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Northgate Inn

Northgate Inn offers free Wi-Fi, parking, and pet-friendly rooms in Challis, ID. Rated 3.6 with 186 reviews, near Land of Yankee Fork State Park and Bayhorse Ghost Town.

1110 US-93, Challis, ID 83226, United States View on map
7.2/10
Good Based on 189 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

A friendly, budget-friendly motel with attentive service

Visitors highlight clean rooms, helpful management, and a quiet stay despite the property's age and simple facilities. Ideal for travelers seeking a no-frills, comfortable base for exploring the area.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating staff, especially management who go out of their way to assist
  • Clean and comfortable rooms that are warmer inside than expected in cold weather
  • Quiet nights despite some noise between floors
  • Pet-friendly policy and availability of free parking and Wi-Fi
  • Thoughtful small amenities such as a communal kitchen with utensils

Worth knowing

  • Older property exterior and decor, with some need for updates
  • Rooms can be noisy during the day due to sound transmission between rooms
  • No breakfast, restaurant, pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle on site
  • Initial booking or room readiness issues reported but handled quickly by staff
  • Better suited for basic lodging rather than luxury or extensive amenities

Best for

  • Travelers seeking affordable, no-frills accommodation in Challis
  • Guests valuing strong customer service and a welcoming atmosphere
  • Visitors planning to explore nearby attractions like Land of Yankee Fork State Park and Bayhorse Ghost Town
  • Pet owners needing a pet-friendly place with easy parking
  • Those who prioritize a clean, warm, and quiet place to sleep over luxury amenities
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About this property

Welcome to Northgate Inn

Located along US-93 in Challis, Idaho, Northgate Inn offers straightforward motel accommodations suitable for travelers seeking basic comforts. With a rating of 3.6 based on 186 reviews, this property provides clean, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and parking, catering especially well to visitors focused on sightseeing and getting around the area.

The facility is designed for convenience rather than luxury, with inward-facing rooms along a hallway. While the exterior shows signs of age, guests have noted the interior rooms feel clean and well-maintained, featuring comfortable beds and practical furnishings. Helpful and friendly management consistently receives praise for attentive service and accommodating requests, contributing to a positive overall experience despite the motel’s simple style.

Amenities are limited; there is no breakfast service, restaurant, pool, fitness center, or business facilities. However, pet-friendly policies and accessible features add to the motel’s appeal for travelers with these needs. Quiet nights are common, although some reports mention occasional noise from neighboring rooms. Check-in begins at 3 PM, with check-out at 11 AM.

Northgate Inn stands as a practical choice for visitors interested in exploring local attractions nearby such as Land of Yankee Fork State Park, Bayhorse Ghost Town, and Bayhorse Lake. The setting is typical for a small-town motel, and guests looking for a modest, budget-conscious stay with reliable service in Challis will find it a reasonable option. It is also situated close to other local accommodations and dining options, providing additional choices for meals and leisure.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Business center
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AH
Aaron Herbst Apr 16, 2026
8.0

Very nice place for how old the building looked, really nice local attendants that gave us our keys. The doors all face inward into a hallway. The rooms were very clean. The night we stayed it was freezing cold outside but stayed very nice and warm inside.

TM
Travis Marshall Apr 08, 2026
8.0

So first things first this isn't the fanciest of hotels by any means. It could definitely use some updating but if your looking for a decent inexpensive night of sleep I'd recommend giving this hotel a try. The management staff are very friendly and do their best to ensure you have a great stay.

JR
Jamie Reeder Apr 08, 2026
10

The manager (Lisa) was extremely helpful and very pleasant to work with! She went out of her way a few times to stop what she was doing to help me out. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Challis and I will definitely be staying here again just based off of customer service alone!

JB
Jarrett Bach Apr 07, 2026
10

The manager Lisa was very accommodating and very helpful upon my reservation at the front desk. I needed an extension on my stay and the hotel manager went out of her to fit me in quickly and I was even able to keep my same room upon such a short notice. Help staff was very friendly, provided for all my needs upon every request, always smiling and went out of their way to make my stay more comfortable. People here in Challis over all seem to be very friendly while carrying that small town charm.

JS
Jeremy Stapp Apr 05, 2026
10

Staying here now and we love it! It’s such a charming hotel. The rooms are so pretty inside-we love how ours is decorated in burgundy and creams. All the furniture seems fairly new in our room too and everything is so clean and smells so fresh. The Mountain view is spectacular too. Will definitely stay here again!

CA
Cal Armstrong Apr 03, 2026
10

Sturdy and clean motel ; I really appreciated the friendliness. The thoughtfulness of providing a small common kitchen with utensils was unexpected. The bed was very comfortable and while there was some heavy walker above in the second floor, I slept really well. Would stay again!

EH
Emily Hemstra Mar 30, 2026
8.0

Hotel looks pretty shabby from the outside. Inside is a bit better, but it's old. When they gave us the keys to our 2 rooms one was occupied and the other one still needed to be cleaned, but they quickly gave us another room and the one that needed to be cleaned was done immediately. Rooms were very clean. Hotel seemed noisy, could easily hear sounds from other rooms, but during the night it was actually very quiet. All in all the first impression might not be great at this hotel, but it's actually a good affordable option for this region.

NB
Nancy Beyl Mar 26, 2026
10

So late arrival and last min. Was a great place for basics and all we needed. Would suggest this place to anyone! Did not have any bugs like the sleep did in Jordan utah.

JS
Jeff Smullen Mar 22, 2026
10

Lynelle (Manager), was such a delight as always my best friend and I stayed here again for the third time. Our first time we came it was 3 am and she so kindly gave us a room, the second time was again at 3 am and again gave us a room. No matter what hour of the night she still got us taken care of. This time we arrived at a more decent hour and she was so delighted to see us as we were her. The rooms are sinple, clean and quiet. I definitely will be staying here again the next time I come back to Challis.

SS
Sarah S Feb 16, 2026
10

For the price its a great place to stay. New manager that is going to fix the place up. The room was clean and the service was above and beyond. Its definitely an old hotel that is nicer on the inside than on the outside. Reserve online for a cheaper price. They allow pets.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Northgate Inn

Challis, Idaho, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) 2 hr 32 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Idaho. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Land of Yankee Fork State Park 184 reviews

Land of Yankee Fork State Park

24424 ID-75, Challis, ID 83226, United States

4.6 · State Park
Bayhorse Ghost Town 164 reviews

Bayhorse Ghost Town

Challis, ID 83226, United States

4.7 · Ghost Town
Bayhorse Lake 14 reviews

Bayhorse Lake

Idaho 83226, USA

4.9 · Lake
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