Lonesome Dove Ranch

Perhaps value for price was okay. Stayed in a tepee. very spartan. Communal shower and toilet facilities were 250 yards away and not at all clean. They did provide toiletries however.

I will start that I was super excited about staying here, booked way in advance, and was ready for this Montana experience. It ended up with leaving and trying to find a hotel in Kalispell on Labor Day weekend, and paying for two stays. In communication with what I’m assuming was the owner, she basically called me a liar in all accounts. Started with saying the office was open, even though it clearly said closed. She stated I never picked up the map and instructions and they were still in the mailbox, even though I have the map in my possession. She stated I never called to report a problem, which my call log on my phone shows otherwise. She said I went to the wrong tent and that is why it wasn’t made up and I could call some random guy to talk to him about him leaving late, even though I went to the tent that was designated, called someone and they came down not once but twice and never said anything about me being in the wrong spot. It WAS the tent on the map! The bedding /tent was dirty and stained, which I also have photos of. Now I’m a country girl and fully understand that I’m not in a five star hotel, but cleanliness isn’t to much to ask for. It was disgusting. When I said I would forward over my phone log, pictures, and a copy of the map she said I didn’t have….communication completely stopped. Customer service and respectable communication speaks volumes, as well as cleanliness. I highly recommend finding somewhere else to stay!

It is adorable. I thought I was on a dude ranch. People were super nice and breakfast was simple and delicious. Room was clean. I want to bring my family back here again.

Its a ranch, nothing fancy. Our tent was exactly as pictured and met my expectation. The communal bathroom is a bit of a walk through a dirty grass path. The facilities match what I've experienced camping. If the bathhouse was closer and on a better path it would help. Was not letting wife walk at 0300 alone to pee. Only other issue is breakfast at 0830. Was up at 0500ish and headed out. No was i was hanging out for a meal and coffee. 0830 is a very late start. Overall, a good place to sleep.

Our stay at the Lonesome Dove was great. We arrived late and didn’t need to bother with anyone to check in. Super easy. The free breakfast is super home style. Super friendly staff too. We will stay again in the future.

I liked the ruggedness, but not the noisy mattress.

Spouse and I spent 5 nights in the Lorie Darlin cabin. Was very nice inside, with hot shower and bathtub with keys. Nice staff…took a horse ride and felt comfortable with guides. Thanks to all who work at the ranch! Plan to stay again.

This was the highlight of my roadtrip! If you are wanting nature and a warm hearted welcome, this is the place to go! From the first phone call to the end of my 1 night stay (I wish I could have stayed longer), all the team were very friendly and went above and beyond to make sure my stay was amazing. I arrived at closing time and Sharon, Charlie waffles and a couple of other ladies were there to greet me. They stayed to make sure I knew where to go and took the time to answer all of my questions. I stayed in the Tipi, which was super clean and smelled great. This was similar to camping but with a bed.. which was very comfortable. I had my camping gear so I was able to provide food for myself as it was pass dinner time. The view I had from the picnic table of the tipi village, buffalo and nature with deer walking through and a turkey wandering the grounds filled my heart and soul with gratitude. Wood for a fire and breakfast was included in the price of the stay. Breakfast was very tasty. I walked through the place and greeted the horses (from outside the pen) all animals were happily munching on hay. They are well fed and cared for. The next morning, breakfast was delicious and I was only able to fit in a 1 hour ride. They went out of their way to accommodate this ride. There was a 2 hour ride scheduled for later in the day but they made the one hour ride happen at an earlier time. It was a private ride and I have to say, hands down the best trail ride I have had. Thanks to Brownie; a quick stepping mustang and Alabama (sorry! forget your human name;)) Taylor I think.... He quickly assessed my riding skill, picked an amazing horse for me and adjusted the ride accordingly. So a huge Thank you to this family owned Guest Ranch/Rescue team! I'm already planning my next trip to stay longer. From reading other reviews on here: Keep in mind people this is a working ranch and rescue and if you are expecting a 5 star hotel experience then go to a 5 star hotel. Just a FYI. ;)

Was so excited to come from California & be able to go horseback riding. Booked two night reservation in July 2021 for a September visit. Showed up & waited a long time for someone to check in. A young teenager finally showed up. When I mentioned about horseback riding he said that was a problem because NO one was there to take me on a ride. Got the manager & she apologized & said I could still stay there but there was NO horses & NO dinners being offered. She said i WOULD BE REFUNDED BOTH NIGHTS & to this day I have only been refunded one night. I spoke with owner on the phone & she said she would call me back. Very rude & still have not gotten a return phone call. Do not stay here