Some call it the Mining City, others the Richest Hill on Earth, but by any name Butte, Montana, is one of the treasures of the Treasure State. The city rests in the arms of the Rockies, near the Continental Divide, a gateway to outdoor recreation in nearly 4 million acres of publicly owned park lands. You can explore period architecture and mining history on the trolley tour or just relax and enjoy Montana's hospitality.
The elegant Finlen Hotel opened in 1924, but its adjoining Motor Inn is of a more recent vintage. The 25 motel rooms are simply decorated but provide ample amenities, including air conditioning, cable television, in-room ironing equipment and hair dryers, microwaves and refrigerators at your request and wireless Internet in the hotel lobby. The property is in uptown Butte, close to museums, restaurants and summer festivals. Room rates are moderate.
Finlen Hotel & Motor Inn
100 E. Broadway St.
Butte, MT 59701
406-723-5461
finlen.com
Eddy's Motel is a modest establishment on the outskirts of Butte that caters to fishermen, hunters and outdoorsmen. It provides cable television, the option of nonsmoking rooms and complimentary morning coffee. The on-site Italian restaurant is open for all three meals daily, and the nearby Chef's Garden Restaurant and Safeway Market offer additional options. The property also operates a casino with slot machines for gambling enthusiasts.
Eddy's Motel
1205 S. Montana Ave.
Butte, MT 59701-2851
406-723-4364
eddysmotel.com
The Hampton Inn Butte offers 91 rooms, all nonsmoking, on a site with a view overlooking the city. Room amenities include air conditioning, cable television, coffee makers and hair dryers, as well as a fireplace and whirlpool. Relax by the pool or get your daily workout in the fitness room. The hotel has a business center, meeting room and wireless Internet. Plenty of free parking is available, and you can stretch your dollars with one of the property's package deals or book early to save 15 percent on room costs.
Hampton Inn Butte
3499 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
406-494-2250
hamptoninn.com
Best Western Butte Plaza Inn offers a complimentary hot breakfast and newspaper. Enjoy the amenities in one of 125 rooms or nine suites that include cable television, air conditioning, coffee maker, hair dryer, ironing equipment and available microwave or refrigerator. Room service is offered from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., or eat at the on-site Perkins restaurant. The swimming pool, hot tub and exercise room offer recreational options, and the property has Hops Pub and Casino. Pets are allowed with a refundable deposit.
Best Western Butte Plaza Inn
2900 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
406-494-3500
bestwesternmontana.com
