Sawtelle Mountain Resort
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About this property
Sawtelle Mountain Resort is an independent, 2.5-star hotel located in Island Park, Idaho, positioned next to a golf course and steps from Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The property sits within easy reach of outdoor recreation, with Mack's Inn Playhouse a 3-minute drive away, Big Springs 4.6 miles distant, and Island Park Dam 8.5 miles from the hotel.
The resort offers 67 individually decorated guestrooms, each equipped with a microwave, flat-screen television, and complimentary wireless internet. Satellite programming is available for entertainment, and rooms include coffee and tea makers. Bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, with daily housekeeping provided. Guests consistently rate room comfort highly at 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Amenities include an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and an arcade/game room. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The lobby features a fireplace, and the property offers complimentary wireless internet throughout. On-site recreation includes volleyball, while nearby outdoor activities encompass hiking, biking, kayaking, rafting, snowmobiling, mountain biking, snowshoeing, fishing, and horseback riding. Free parking is available, including dedicated spaces for RVs, buses, and trucks.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property does not permit pets. Guest reviews average 4.5 out of 5 stars across over 1,000 submissions, with 100 percent of reviewers recommending the hotel.
Location & nearby attractions
Caribou-Targhee National Forest - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Island Park Golf Course - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Mack's Inn Playhouse - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Big Springs - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Henrys Lake State Park - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Henrys Lake - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Island Park Dam - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Harriman State Park - 20.4 km / 12.7 mi
Centennial Mountain Shores Park - 21.6 km / 13.4 mi
Tweedy Lake - 27.1 km / 16.8 mi
Two Top - 33.1 km / 20.6 mi
Hayden Street Woods - 33.6 km / 20.9 mi
Pie Park - 33.8 km / 21 mi
Linear Park - 33.8 km / 21 mi
Grouse Court - 33.8 km / 21 mi
The nearest airports are:
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 38 km / 23.6 mi
Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) - 140.3 km / 87.2 mi
The preferred airport for Sawtelle Mountain Resort is Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA).
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Amenities & features
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Check-in & check-out
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Sunday - Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.