Dawson House Lodge, nestled in the mountains, offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby. Unwind with water sports equipment or take an ecotour to explore your surroundings. With free WiFi and express check-in/check-out, this hotel is perfect for adventurous travelers who appreciate helpful staff.
Crater Lake National Park - 29 min drive - 47.2 km
Diamond Lake - 39 min drive - 58.8 km
Crater Lake - 52 min drive - 72.9 km
Getting around
Klamath Falls, OR (LMT-Klamath Falls Intl.) - 79 min drive
Chemult Station - 2 min walk
Restaurants
Ponderosa Public House - 5 min walk
Subway - 5 min walk
Wheel Cafe - 2 min walk
KJ's Cafe - 2 min walk
Big Mountain Cafe - 3 min walk
About this property
Dawson House Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Chemult with a stay at Dawson House Lodge. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite rowing/canoeing. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Ecotours
Canoeing
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Marina nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Ski equipment rentals
Water sports equipment
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 40
Policies
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Dawson House Lodge Chemult
Dawson House Chemult
Dawson House
Dawson House Lodge Hotel
Dawson House Lodge Chemult
Dawson House Lodge Hotel Chemult
Frequently asked questions
Does Dawson House Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dawson House Lodge 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 Dawson House Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Dawson House Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dawson House Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Dawson House Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite winter activities like skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours.
What's the area around Dawson House Lodge like?
Dawson House Lodge is a short 2-minute walk from Chemult Station and 13 minutes' walk from Chemult Ranger Station.
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Reviews
Dawson House Lodge Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.4
Cleanliness
7.2
Location
7.6
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
Great for the price and close to Crater Lake National Park.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Apr 14, 2026
Ok, the person I met at reception was friendly. But after that it went down hill fast. The whole building seems very run down and the walls very thin. I could hear conversations in the next room easily. There was no kettle/coffee maker, just a rusty microwave and small fridge. The better parts of my experience were the shower, which seemed a recent renovation project and the bed, which was very comfortable. However the room was extremely noisy, with loud traffic noise all night from big rigs and trucks passing regularly disturbing my sleep. From the pictures, it looks quaint and “old world” but I shouldn’t have believe those pictures, in my opinion it’s very overpriced and would still be, even at half the price I paid.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Good service easy access to breakfast places and clean surrroundings
Sonali
Sonali, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
Great place to stay
The motel was very clean, staff was friendly and gave recommendations for dinner options.
Malasha
Malasha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2025
Good stay. Close to the entrance to Crater Lake. Near the food options in town.
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 10, 2025
We had a good time. The room was accommodating and clean. It was a bit difficult to keep the curtain closed that led out to the back of the property
JANE
JANE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
The Dawson is an older property that is fairly well maintained. The bed was comfortable, the room clean. Chemult was close to our destination, Crater Lake. The locals told us the place was haunted, but we didn't see any spirits!
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
Get what you pay for. The room is good and bed is comfy. But the bathroom has thick mold smell.
Vaibhav Kanth
Vaibhav Kanth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2025
On the wY to Crater Lake
Visit Crater Lake, easy ti find. Right off highway. Old hotel with charater. Propritor helpful. Quant and quiet
Melanie
Melanie, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 17, 2025
basic motel
Very basic and run down motel. was clean enough. Was ok for me, but too run down for some people. some road noise, depending on your room.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
Great hotel/ rooms, staff were very friendly and accommodating. It’s good to know this particular area has some hotel options, and this one was very nice
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 20, 2025
The balcony was cute and the room decorations were cute but the bed was hard as a rock and the jacuzzi tub didn't work or drain when I took a shower.
Molly
Molly, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2025
The room was very basic. Not a lot of room. Linen and towels were clean, but the room itself needed a good cleaning and some TLC. The room we had was next to the road and there cars and trucks that went by all night.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2025
Chemult is a small town relatively close to Crater Lake. The property was clean and the room was spacious and had both a fridge and a microwave. The room had a balcony overlooking a highway. Coffee was offered for a period in the morning, but breakfast was on our own. It is located on US 97, which is a major truck route from Canada, so trucks went by frequently throughout the night, which were easily heard in the room. Dining in the town was very limited.
Willard
Willard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2023
What a clean cute place. Great stop off before Crater Lake!
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
It was easy to find and confortable
Lizbeth
Lizbeth, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2025
Good enough for a night
Old hotel between the highway and the railroad. Not good beds but ok. Not quiet but ok when you are tired. Staff very nice, so good enough stop for a night. Accept dogs. A little market and Gas stations around to buy deli and groceries. Very good Mexican restaurant.
Dominique
Dominique, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2025
This is a fun, old school motor lodge, the kind of place that was the standard roadside place to stay in mid-century America. You drive right up to your room, and the manager gives you a real key, not a card, to open the door.
Does it have all the bells and whistles that a generic, boring… Days Inn have? Of course not, but it’s got SO much more character and charm!
My wife and I stayed here on our way up to southern Oregon, and greatly enjoyed it. There is an old bar right next door, the Klondike Klub, which has been there forever, and it is filled with very welcoming regulars.
The room was comfortable, clean, cute and cozy. The manager was very helpful and friendly. We’re glad we stayed here, and will do so for sure next time we find ourselves in the Lake Shasta area.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2023
It's really close to craterlake. Beds are good, big room.
elisabeth
elisabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
A family owned lodge that is well maintained. I felt safe being a solo female traveler. Restaurant s, gas stations, minimarts, the post office are within walking distance.
Nahoko
Nahoko, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 30, 2025
The room didn’t exactly match the pictures, was very small. Work was being done outside of the room on porch & it was very noisy. TV was difficult to figure out & couldn’t control the volume to turn it done. There were what seemed to be fruit flies in the sink in the bathroom. Bed was good.
Marcella
Marcella, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
Room had everything we needed including a fridge. Lots of pillows. They also provide coffee.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 3, 2024
We were headed to Crater lake and it was only about 30 minutes. That is convenient considering the limited options around Crater Lake. Walkable to several cafes. Quaint but hardest bed I have ever slept on. Hotel is slightly run down, but adds to the quaint factor
Anita k
Anita k, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2023
The history surrounding the building was unique. We stayed in the loft area. It worked for our family of 5 for the night. Checkin was easy and they were friendly. No breakfast options but there was hot coffee, tea and hot chocolate available. Would stay again if ever in the area.
Jill
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2023
Unique rustic inn close to N.P.
Very friendly owner there to check you in and answer your questions. Felt more like a B&B with unique Decour for each room from the past, appointed with personal touches to this clean rustic road house’s charm. Big wrap around porch to enjoy as traffic goes by, with big convenient store across the street to stock up on any supplies, and parking just outside your door.