Located in Ashford, Gateway Inn is in the historical district and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Longmire Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Rainier National Park and Narada Falls. Henry Jackson Visitor Center and Sunrise Visitor Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. With canoeing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mount Rainier National Park - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
Longmire Museum - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
Henry Jackson Visitor Center - 23 min drive - 24.4 km
Paradise Loop - 24 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 102 min drive
Restaurants
Copper Creek Inn - 4 min drive
Paradise Village Restaurant - 8 min drive
Wildberry Restaurant - 2 min drive
Rise and Grind - 10 min drive
Base Camp Bar And Grill - 9 min drive
About this property
Gateway Inn
This smoke-free cabin features a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and express check-out. Self parking is free. Additionally, a corner/local shop, multilingual staff assistance and a vending machine are on-site. All cabins are soundproofed and offer portable fans and showers. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like microwaves and coffee makers. Change of towels is available on request
Gateway Inn offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries and portable fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Gateway Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gateway Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gateway Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gateway Inn?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gateway Inn located?
Located in the historical district, this family-friendly cabin is steps from Mount Rainier National Park and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Longmire Museum. Narada Falls and Henry Jackson Visitor Center are also within 20 mi (32 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Gateway Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great cosy good location
Ryan A
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
30 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Wonderful front desk service. Deluxe room was wonderful. Everything we needed for a wonderful night. Would absolutely stay here again.
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jodie
1 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Location was top notch!!! Nice place, very happy with our stay!
Jodie
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dave
11 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient to national park
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aldrin
1 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place is clean and staff are nice. We will definitely come back next time.
Aldrin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
23 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for our morning at Mount Rainier!!!
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ahmad Fauzan
6 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A nice cabin hotel near the gate of Mount Rainier national park.
Ahmad Fauzan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vijay Anand
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bard
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room and courteous staff
Bard
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy
26 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Comfy and worked well for us.
Tammy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
salah al-deen
29 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet and nice responsive staff
salah al-deen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peter
22 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice staff. Very convenient location to Mount Rainier
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Perfect spot for Ranier!
Had a great stay! Great location!
Ashley
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theresa
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location is very nice.
Theresa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Rachel
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed in cute premiere cabin, has everything you need to be comfy & clean! Super close to Nisqually entrance to Mt Rainier.
Rachel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a really nice and peaceful stay. Amazing location right outside the gate to mt rainier national park. Our room was clean and comfortable. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I would recommend when visiting the area.
Jessica
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Song
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The office checking-in staff was friendly.
Song
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kylenn Faith
14 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was nude and homey with a clean room. Very nice property!!
kylenn Faith
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our cabin. Would highly recommend staying here for anyone going to Mt Rainer. Right at the entrance. I wish we would have had more than 1 day!!
Brenda
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Matt
21 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Simple and sweet
It was very convenient and easy to book and stay. It was clean and comfortable
Matt
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Mark
9 Sept, 2025
Liked: Communication
The staff and location was great. The cabin was in need of some upgrades, especially the bed.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Charlotte
24 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
We loved that it was at the entrance to Mt. Rainier. Nice cabin and friendly staff.
Charlotte
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy
4 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing for quickly getting into Mt. Rainier National Park.