The Lodge at Big Sky
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Axel’s take

A strong ski base with spacious rooms and friendly staff, but limited polish.

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Axel’s rating: 8.2/10 · an independent, rustic 3-star lodge near Big Sky’s ski lifts

The Lodge at Big Sky is a rustic, independent 3-star lodge that gets the ski-trip essentials right. We’d pick it for roomy accommodation near Mountain Village rather than resort luxury. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, spacious rooms and generally good cleanliness. Included breakfast, an indoor pool, four hot tubs and a complimentary ski shuttle make it particularly practical for families and groups.

The trade-offs are more about polish and convenience: guests mention worn decor and thin walls, while breakfast earns both enthusiastic and lukewarm reports. Despite the slopeside marketing, expect a short uphill walk or shuttle ride to the lifts, not effortless ski-out access. Parking carries an extra charge, and Big Sky Town Center is six miles away. We’d skip it for luxury finishes, guaranteed quiet or a town-centered stay.

Rooms
Spacious and comfortable, with microwaves and mini-fridges; some guests report wear and noise.
Cleanliness
Generally well rated across major sites, reinforced by recent positive guest reports.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength across Expedia, Booking.com and Tripadvisor.
Amenities
Included breakfast, indoor pool, four hot tubs, fitness center and complimentary ski shuttle.
Fees and surprises
Expedia lists paid, limited parking; confirm the parking terms attached to your reservation.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

The location

75 Sitting Bull Rd, Big Sky

Near Mountain Village and the lifts; six miles from Big Sky Town Center.

Amenities and check-in

Included breakfast, indoor pool, four hot tubs, fitness center and complimentary ski shuttle.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Spa tub
  • Indoor Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playroom
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Cot: $20 per guest per night; Pet deposit: $39 per guest per stay; Pets: $39 per guest per stay; Early check-in or late check-out: $50
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The Lodge at Big Sky, Big Sky, Montana: from $161 a night

From $161 a night at The Lodge at Big Sky, checked Nov 1, 2026. Dec 15–17, 2026, 2 adults: $322 total. Jan 1–3, 2027, 2 adults: $1,432 total on Axel; Expedia listed $1,481 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.

The Lodge at Big Sky is an independent, rustic 3-star lodge near Big Sky’s ski lifts in Big Sky, Montana, United States.

Address: 75 Sitting Bull Rd, Big Sky. Property ID: 1285594.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/big-sky-montana/the-lodge-at-big-sky-1285594

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights$322$370 on Expedia$48 less (13%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$371$392 on Expedia$21 less (5%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$1,432$1,481 on Expedia$49 less (3%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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Axel private rates

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Total price: $556 USD

2026-11-24 to 2026-11-27 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-07$213 for 1 night · 2 nights $419 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$206 for 1 night · 2 nights $412 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$206 for 1 night · 2 nights $413 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$207 for 1 night · 2 nights $422 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$215 for 1 night · 2 nights $421 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$206 for 1 night · 2 nights $422 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$216 for 1 night · 2 nights $431 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$215 for 1 night · 2 nights $420 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$205 for 1 night · 2 nights $408 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$203 for 1 night · 2 nights $408 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$205 for 1 night · 2 nights $413 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$208 for 1 night · 2 nights $424 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$216 for 1 night · 2 nights $422 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$206 for 1 night · 2 nights $413 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$207 for 1 night · 2 nights $415 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$208 for 1 night · 2 nights $423 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$215 for 1 night · 2 nights $400 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$185 for 1 night · 2 nights $371 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$186 for 1 night · 2 nights $371 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$185 for 1 night · 2 nights $373 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$188 for 1 night · 2 nights $380 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$192 for 1 night · 2 nights $377 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$185 for 1 night · 2 nights $375 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$190 for 1 night · 2 nights $377 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$187 for 1 night · 2 nights $376 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$189 for 1 night · 2 nights $380 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$191 for 1 night · 2 nights $377 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$186 for 1 night · 2 nights $371 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-05$185 for 1 night · 2 nights $371 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-06$186 for 1 night · 2 nights $371 · up to 14 nights priced

Axel's take: 8.2/10

A strong ski base with spacious rooms and friendly staff, but limited polish. an independent, rustic 3-star lodge near Big Sky’s ski lifts, scored for what it is.

The Lodge at Big Sky is a rustic, independent 3-star lodge that gets the ski-trip essentials right. We’d pick it for roomy accommodation near Mountain Village rather than resort luxury. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, spacious rooms and generally good cleanliness. Included breakfast, an indoor pool, four hot tubs and a complimentary ski shuttle make it particularly practical for families and groups.

The trade-offs are more about polish and convenience: guests mention worn decor and thin walls, while breakfast earns both enthusiastic and lukewarm reports. Despite the slopeside marketing, expect a short uphill walk or shuttle ride to the lifts, not effortless ski-out access. Parking carries an extra charge, and Big Sky Town Center is six miles away. We’d skip it for luxury finishes, guaranteed quiet or a town-centered stay.

  • Best for: families and groups on ski trips; travelers prioritizing space over polish; skiers happy to use a shuttle

  • Watch out for: thin walls and some worn decor; uphill walk to the lifts; extra parking charge

  • Location: Near Mountain Village and the lifts; six miles from Big Sky Town Center.

  • Rooms: Spacious and comfortable, with microwaves and mini-fridges; some guests report wear and noise.

  • Cleanliness: Generally well rated across major sites, reinforced by recent positive guest reports.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength across Expedia, Booking.com and Tripadvisor.

  • Amenities: Included breakfast, indoor pool, four hot tubs, fitness center and complimentary ski shuttle.

  • Fees and surprises: Expedia lists paid, limited parking; confirm the parking terms attached to your reservation.

Axel's opinion of The Lodge at Big Sky, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About The Lodge at Big Sky

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • 75 Sitting Bull Rd, Big Sky
  • Hotel policies: Cot: $20 per guest per night; Pet deposit: $39 per guest per stay; Pets: $39 per guest per stay; Early check-in or late check-out: $50
  • Amenities: Spa tub, Indoor Pool, Outdoor pool, Playroom, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Parking, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Big Sky, Montana

Room types

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Standard room

Standard room with mountain view

Standard room with view

Standard Single room

Standard Single room with mountain view

Standard Single room with view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with view

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with garden view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with mountain view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Triple room with view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with mountain view

Standard Quadruple room with view

Standard Sextuple room

Standard Sextuple room with mountain view

Standard room (sofa)

Standard room with mountain view (sofa)

Standard room with view (sofa)

Deluxe room

Deluxe room with mountain view

Deluxe room with view

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Double room with mountain view (full double bed)

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Quadruple room with mountain view

Deluxe Quadruple room with view

Deluxe room with mountain view (sofa)

Grand room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Suite

Suite with mountain view

Suite with view

Suite oceanfront

Single Suite

Single Suite with mountain view

Quadruple Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with mountain view (full double bed)

Double Suite with view (full double bed)

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Suite with mountain view

Sextuple Suite with mountain view

Suite (sofa)

Suite with mountain view (sofa)

Quadruple Suite with mountain view (sofa)

Standard Suite

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