4 Best Hotels in Great Falls, Billings, Little Big Horn, and the Montana Plains

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Best Western Plus Riverfront Hotel and Suites

$$ | 600 River Dr. S, Great Falls, MT, 59405, USA

Overlooking the Missouri River just southwest of downtown, this clean, trendy property offers a nice balance between bland franchise hotels and pricey upper-end lodging. It's within easy walking distance of casual restaurants and watering holes. Decor is decidedly Western, with a stone fireplace and exposed log beams.

Pros

  • River's Edge Trail is outside the door
  • Pool, hot tub, and fitness center open 24/7
  • Off the main thoroughfares but close to downtown and the 10th Avenue South retail district

Cons

  • Can be difficult to find
  • Only a few restaurants within walking distance
  • Noise from nearby trains
600 River Dr. S, Great Falls, MT, 59405, USA
406-761–2600
Hotel Details
92 rooms
Free Breakfast

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The Great Falls Inn by Riversage

$ | 1400 28th St. S, Great Falls, MT, 59405, USA

The fireplace is so cozy and the new furniture in the common areas of this small but well-appointed downtown hotel is so comfortable you'll want to meet friends in the lobby. All guest rooms will also be getting new furniture in 2024. Many visitors stay here while using the services of the Great Falls Clinic and Benefis Healthcare Center next door.

Pros

  • Off the busy main drag of 10th Avenue South
  • Affordable rates
  • The Business King Rooms offer extra insulation

Cons

  • Not easy to find
  • Views of the back of the hospital
  • Not close to shopping or restaurants
1400 28th St. S, Great Falls, MT, 59405, USA
406-453–6000
Hotel Details
61 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Heritage Inn

$$ | 1700 Fox Farm Rd., Great Falls, MT, 59404, USA

What used to be a cookie-cutter Best Western is now a locally owned and operated convention center hotel proud of its business center, indoor pool, solarium, dry sauna, exercise center, and king suites with jetted tubs, among other amenities. Take advantage of the free airport shuttle, and if you're feeling lucky, the on-site casino. 

Pros

  • Rates are very reasonable
  • 3 miles from the airport
  • Restaurants, the Missouri River, and the AMC movie theater are within a mile

Cons

  • Not the prettiest location
  • Congested area, particularly during rush hour
  • Can be loud if you have a poolside room
1700 Fox Farm Rd., Great Falls, MT, 59404, USA
406-761–1900
Hotel Details
230 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Hotel Arvon

$$ | 118 1st Ave. S, Great Falls, MT, 59401, USA

This downtown boutique hotel that was once a livery stable is housed in the oldest existing commercial building in Great Falls. Choose from standard or deluxe queen or king rooms (loft versions are also available as is a king room with a kitchen), and enjoy a continental breakfast in the Celtic Cowboy pub downstairs. Before checking out, swing by the boutique to shop for locally sourced souvenirs. Unlike other hotels in town, Hotel Arvon offers complimentary covered parking, a huge perk in the winter when it snows and in the summer when it hails.

Pros

  • Free airport shuttle (call ahead)
  • Beautiful artwork (some of it for sale)
  • Pet-friendly

Cons

  • Not all rooms have exterior windows
  • Can get noisy at night (there's a pub downstairs)
  • Interior rooms not for the claustrophobic
118 1st Ave. S, Great Falls, MT, 59401, USA
406-952–1101
Hotel Details
22 rooms
Free Breakfast

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