10 Best Motels in Challis: Find Cheap Motels in Challis, ID 2026

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The Village Inn Motel and Restaurant : Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Challis Roadhouse : Free parking and a conference center are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private yard.

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Luxury Suite, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Village Inn Motel and Restaurant

Challis

susan

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Basic Tent (Shared Bathroom, No Heat/AC) | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sacajawea Inn

Salmon

Jim

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Americas Best Value Inn Salmon

Salmon

Debra

SAR 595 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

River's Fork Lodge

North Fork

Joseph

SAR 1,027 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

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Top Challis Hotel Reviews

Red Rock Lodge

8/10 Good

"Room was excellent and staff was helpful."

Stagecoach Inn

8/10 Good

"Very roomy and nice rooms. The staff was very friendly and the hotel is in a great location within ealking distance to town. I really liked that there was a sliding glass door that allowed me to take my dog out to potty without having to walk down the hotel hallway and disturb other guests. I didn't like that there was no grassy area to take my dog potty, only a gravel rocky area in the parking lot was designated for dogs. We ended up taking a walk down to the river which was just a short trip across the road and down to a nice day area which had grass."

Americas Best Value Inn Salmon

8/10 Good

"We arrived and were greeted so warmly and everyone from the front desk to the people that cleaned were so friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and the beds were firm but so soft to sleep in. The bathroom was small with very thin towels and soap the size of a quarter. Bring your own toiletries. This is an older hotel and the walls are thin. The first night we heard the tv next door all night. The other 2 nights were wonderfully quiet. There was a clean nice pool and the coffee was always on but no breakfast provided. I would stay again."

Get away from it all

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great family vacation in Challis this summer, and I'd wholeheartedly give much of the credit to our stay at Jessie and Cleve's cabin. We stayed at the smaller of two cabins, but found it to be far more spacious than expected. I think the space is used right: The sleeping areas were bit tight, but the kitchen, dining, and living areas were really open, comfortable, and well set up (even has lots of games, puzzles, movies, etc). The property is in a great setting - very private, with a big lawn and good creek access. The hosts are warm and welcoming, cabin was great, location was great... we already want to go back.There are a few cats and couple livestock guardian dogs on site, and we found them to be very sweet and friendly (dogs stay out of the yard, but like the driveway and parking area). They also have chickens, ducks and goats which are kept nearby, but are contained away from the cabin site (rooster woke me up once, so I shut the window and turned on a fan - no prob!). I can't imagine anyone having any issues, but thought someone might benefit from knowing what to expect. Jessie shared some eggs and soaps that she made. Kind of a cool experience!It took around 12 minutes to get into town - but who goes to Challis for the town!? We spent our time exploring the endless public land right out the back door. We stayed five nights, but felt like we could have stayed another five (...or more) without ever getting homesick. We're doing this again."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Challis?

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What's it like to stay in a motel?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Challis?

The Village Inn Motel and Restaurant: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Challis Roadhouse: Free parking and a conference center are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private yard.

What can I do in Challis?

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Challis Hot Springs, Salmon River, and Sawtooth National Forest. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Land of the Yankee Fork State Park, Bayhorse Ghost Town, and Challis City Park.

What's the seasonal weather like in Challis?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Challis to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 22°F. The snowiest months in Challis are February, January, December, and March, with each month seeing an average of 6 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Challis when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Challis to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Salmon, ID (SMN-Lemhi County), which is located 45.5 mi (73.3 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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