Gateway Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Mount Rainier National Park and Longmire Museum. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding and canoeing. There's also a snack bar/deli, and cabins offer flat-screen TVs and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mount Rainier National Park - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
Longmire Museum - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
Henry Jackson Visitor Center - 35 min drive - 32.1 km
Paradise Loop - 36 min drive - 32.5 km
Getting around
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 102 min drive
Restaurants
Copper Creek Inn - 4 min drive
Paradise Village Restaurant - 8 min drive
Rise and Grind - 10 min drive
Wildberry Restaurant - 2 min drive
Base Camp Bar And Grill - 9 min drive
About this property
Gateway Inn
Gateway Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Mount Rainier National Park and Longmire Museum. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding and canoeing. There's also a snack bar/deli, and cabins offer flat-screen TVs and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Property size
21 cabins
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 4 children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
PETS
Pets
Pets not allowed
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Ski
Close to a ski area
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
RV, bus, and truck parking on site
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Restaurants on site
Espresso Shop
Food and drink
Refrigerator (mini)
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dining
1 coffee shop/cafe
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Hair dryer (on request)
Soap
Shampoo
Free toiletries
Entertainment
25-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
Games
Comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
Soundproofing
Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Gift shop/newsstand
Vending machine
Change of towels (on request)
Convenience store
Location highlights
In the historical district
In the mountains
In a national park
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Canoeing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
21 rooms
2 floors
10 buildings
Colonial architecture
Individually decorated
Special features
Dining
Espresso Shop - Onsite coffee shop.
Fees & policies
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Gateway Ashford
Gateway Inn Ashford
Gateway Inn & Cabins Hotel Ashford
Gateway Inn And Cabins
Gateway Inn Cabin
Gateway Inn Ashford
Gateway Inn Cabin Ashford
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Gateway Inn and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for fishing and canoeing.
What's the area around Gateway Inn like?
Gateway Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Mount Rainier National Park and 2 minutes' walk from Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Travelers say that the cabin is in a great location.
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Reviews
Gateway Inn Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
7.6
Staff & service
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Great service, location next to the park entrance, very quiet in the inside, loved the fireplace.
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2025
Cute cabin, very clean, so close to the park
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Great cosy good location
Ryan A
Ryan A, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Location was top notch!!! Nice place, very happy with our stay!
Jodie
Jodie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Wonderful front desk service. Deluxe room was wonderful. Everything we needed for a wonderful night. Would absolutely stay here again.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Convenient to national park
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Beautiful cabin. Very comfortable and inviting. It was exactly what you can expect for being a cabin in the mountains. Cant wait to go back.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2025
Place is clean and staff are nice. We will definitely come back next time.
Aldrin
Aldrin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Great stay. The cabin was super cozy and the beds were comfortable! I would definitely recommend staying here. Just steps away from the park entrance. A couple of nice restaurants down the street.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Clean room and courteous staff
Bard
Bard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
Very nice n spacious cabin
This is very spacious cabin,,its almost like a hotel room..very convenient bed,sofa, bathroom..also kept very clean..also outside areas are kept clean n beautiful, just in entrance to the park..would definitely stay here again
Vijay Anand
Vijay Anand, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Great location. Comfy and worked well for us.
Tammy
Tammy, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
Clean, quiet and nice responsive staff
salah al-deen
salah al-deen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
Nice staff. Very convenient location to Mount Rainier
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2025
Stayed in cute premiere cabin, has everything you need to be comfy & clean! Super close to Nisqually entrance to Mt Rainier.
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
We loved that it was at the entrance to Mt. Rainier. Nice cabin and friendly staff.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2025
The office checking-in staff was friendly.
Song
Song, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2025
The staff and location was great. The cabin was in need of some upgrades, especially the bed.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
The room was nude and homey with a clean room. Very nice property!!
kylenn Faith
kylenn Faith, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2025
Simple and sweet
It was very convenient and easy to book and stay. It was clean and comfortable
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
I loved how close the hotel was to the park! The staff were so friendly!
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Nice and clean place
Karthik
Karthik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Conveniently located at the gate to Paradise at Rainier National Park. Staff was very friendly and helpful
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Super close to park entrance. Good communication and perfect for a quick overnight after a long day of hiking.
Jesse
Jesse, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Great location and had amenities needed for a visit to a National Park. If you're use to luxury hotels you likely won't agree with this review, but it's everything one needs after spending time in nature.