White Horse Hotel

Location: 6248 W Maine Street, Spirit Lake, Idaho, 83869, Spirit Lake, US

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

Amenities & Facilities

• Designated smoking area
• ATM/banking
• Bicycle rentals nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Mountain biking nearby
• Free self parking
• Ziplining nearby
• Outdoor entertainment area
• Hunting nearby

Rooms Available

• Room 17

  1 King Bed

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 10

  2 Double Beds

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 14

  1 Queen Bed

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 18

  1 Queen Bed

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 15

  1 Double Bed

  Overlooking the mountains

  
  

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Shared accommodations, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Shared accommodation
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 9

  1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

  Overlooking the city

  
  

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 11

  1 King Bed

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

• Room 16

  1 Queen Bed

  Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soap
  • Bed sheets not available

Guest Reviews

• Verified traveler (2/5): - It was nasty, the whole place shares a bathroom and there was feces in the toilet.
• Verified traveler (2/5): - I didn’t like them smoking in my face while I was talking to them, they were rude on the phone when I was having car problems, and they didn’t know what room we were in and we had to wait almost 20 minutes to see what room we were in. They should have known that by the time I got there and could have been more professional . This hotel was a joke.also the pictures online are so not what the rooms were. They were so Much worse.
• Jay39 (6/5): - The property itself was unique as to where it was located and the small town, old west atmosphere. The stay was good, but we didn’t really stay because we were spending the day at silverwood theme park. We were taken back that they allowed smoking in the hotel up to a certain area, which didn’t really sit well especially when you are allergic to the smoke. It really doesn’t say that. We were also disappointed that while we were at the park, they cancelled our reservation and blamed it on upgrading the reservation software and once they found the reservation and produced the receipt we got a different room which didn’t have what I originally purchased and when asked, told that room was rented out. Not pleased, but we were ok with it until we found out that the room we stayed in was almost 1/4 the price of what I paid because it didn’t have an en-suite bathroom. All in all it was ok, but wouldn’t recommend staying their unless it’s a last resort. Even the amenities that were offered were disappointing because there was just no towels and had to use our own towels, but didn’t have enough hanging places or drier to dry the towels for continued use. So if you chose to stay bring towels and don’t expect to see any staff to even ask simple questions that a traveler might ask.
• Wendy (10/5): - I wish that I would have come to this town and hostel/hotel with my partner. Going with the kids even though they are older was not my best choice but I really loved the atmosphere of the bar downstairs and the bartender let me in after hours. I really would have loved to stay and hang out. Looks like a fun place! Bedroom was super clean and the shower was very modern and had good quality products. No TV which I really was good with.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - I booked a room with kitchenette. There wasn't a refrigerator or microwave. There were electrical outlets in the proper location for both appliances but they weren't there. The only thing that existed was a kitchen sink in a cabinet.
• Verified traveler (2/5): - we were not expecting to be in a room above a very smoky bar. it was not the type of establishment that I was comfortable staying with my children in. we did not stay, the whole place was permeated with the smell of cigarette smoke, it was disgusting.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Such a cute place! Stayed on the 3rd floor. Clean room , clean sheets. Bed was very comfy
• Verified traveler (4/5): - they do not give you towels and the employees and non existent so you cant ask for any
• Verified traveler (8/5): - We really enjoyed the historic part of the building. The room we stayed in was super clean, the bathroom was updated with a great shower, and the overall feel was very comfortable.
• Kellie (4/5): - You get what you pay for!!!!!! Just needed a place to stay for the night. We were on 2nd floor went up to room it was a joke the terrible karaoke in bar downstairs was sooo loud, I was instantly regretting my decision. There’s a door in room I open it and there’s someone else room? Kinda creepy it didn’t lock? Sat on bed it was broken my butt hit the floor. On a good note we instantly got moved to 3rd floor which is considered an upgrade, it was way more private and quiet. If you stay here definitely request 3rd floor.
• Susan (10/5): Quaint stay! - Needed a close overnight place near Athol for a family wedding. Nice quaint "biker bar" front, restaurant had fantastic prime rib, the rooms were very clean and newly painted, friendly staff, bed was perfect. Thanks so much! Ok, the room was very tiny but we did have a private bath.
• Jon (10/5): - Likes how homie the room felt, bed was actually jice and comfortable, was able to get a goodnight sleep. Would recommend to a friend.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Everyone is so friendly, bathrooms are beautiful. Can’t wait to visit again!
• Ambrocia (10/5): - Our family went to visit Silverwood and hesitantly stayed here at White Horse Hotel/Hostel due to the online reviews... but to our surprise this place was AMAZING (We stayed on the 3rd floor), and we will definitely be going back. Freshly remodeled, modern, clean and economical rooms (we had 2 adjoining with a private bathroom) in a quiet small town about 15 min from Silverwood. Yes, there is a small bar/grill below but noise/cigarette smoke was not an issue for us on the 3rd floor. Another thing that was good was the hassle-free check-in. The room keys were ready for us when we arrived, so no long check-in process like at other hotels. There were no TVs and wifi was spotty but this actually turned out great for our teenage boys to let go of technology and do some extra bonding with us, as a family. I highly recommend this hotel.
• Verified traveler (2/5): - I didn't even stay here. I reserved it the day of and they didn't refund me because I had to pull back on plans. This ISNT A HOTEL. YOU SHARE BATHROOMS. They shouldnt use false advertising and they need to rethink their refunding policy especially when someone reserved same day and they don't have a policy against that
• Verified traveler (6/5): - I reserved a king room with private bathroom, they overbooked so I got a queen room with a shared bathroom. Not pleased
• Jc (6/5): - It has been nice before. This time other guest made a mess. Music downstaires from jukebox was really loud. Someone got inside and kept stomping up the stairs really drunk alnost yelling about not having a room and stomping down the hallway for about an hour.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We liked the kindness of the people and the good service
• Steve (10/5): Awesome little place - I love this place
• Verified traveler (6/5): - The room.was very clean and quiet, but is very hot and has no airflow.
• Verified traveler (2/5): - They could not find my reservation when I arrived . I made other arrangements and cancelled. I still got charged $150. How do I get me refund??
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Very nice staff... enjoyed our 1 night there.. interesting history of the place
• Verified traveler (2/5): - It was terrible!! When I made the reservations I accidentally put the wrong date, I tried to resolve this by calling the property an also Expedia, at the Hotel NO one ever answered or did they answer my email, also called Expedia several times with NO Help from anyone!! Very disappointed with Expedia, I have went through them for most of my travels, and has been several, Will need to find a new place to go through for my traveling... very sad!
• Steve (10/5): Coolest little place I’ve ever stayed - I loved the place. Great bar and food and the staff was amazing and kind as can be. I’ll definitely stay there again
• Verified traveler (10/5): - The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable. We especially liked the bathrobes to go down the hall to the shared bath. Once we went upstairs to the room we could not hear any music or noise from the bar downstairs.
• Bunny (8/5): - Bed in room 2 was super comfy. Nice room with extra little dinning n bath. For those without private bath the public bathrooms provided are big and very pretty. No continental breakfast not even fruit not even coffee. Was coffee maker in my room tho.
• bruce (8/5): - Dinner was very good. no WIFI
• Devin (8/5): Really cool and unique experience. - The only down fall as far as I’m concerned was the smoke that came up from the bar area. Other than that. I really enjoyed the bar the old historic side and the staff and regular patrons. Overall a great little hotel. Not for the faint of heart though.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Hotel and bar date from 1907. It is the oldest continually operated bar in the state of Utah and it is what it is.
• Sally (8/5): - This is a funky little hotel/hostel on main street in Spirit Lake. The room was comfortable, convenient, and included a small kitchenette with sink and mini fridge. Easy walking distance to a park, the lake, shopping, coffee shop, restaurants, etc. Less than 20 min from Silverwood. Downsides: lobby/bar is very smokey, looked like the floor and bathroom hadn't been cleaned, and room 2 has a huge sign with flashing lights outside the window that even the blackout curtains couldn't block (but the sign turns off by 11pm).
• Verified traveler (2/5): False Advertisement - It should really be announced ahead of time that this place is know for paranornal activity and being haunted before someone books. We found out by overhearing the locals at the bar downstairs talking to the bartender who was quick to hush the locals when she realized their volume was audible from across the bar where we were. A quick Google search of the place being haunted and our own experience revealed this to be factual. The room itself was spacious and fairly clean. However, the restroom was not cleaned at all - hair throughout, stains in the shower, toilet, and sink (looked like vomit and urine). Gross! No Wi-Fi or breakfast despite advertisement. After the first night, there was no one on the premises at 10am when we headed out for the day. We decided not to stay the 2nd night so we lost out on our money. The bar's drinks were good but overall I would NEVER stay here again.
• Jerry (6/5): - The bathroom was very dirty (poop splattered up the underside of the sink base (next to the toilet). Bed comfortable.. Our room was private with a private bath and did not even come close to being a hostel. Upon checking in I asked if the facility was a hostel, was told no. Our room had the 5' lighted sign directly outside the window. Even though the room came with a .blackout curtain, the flashing lights reflected on the ceiling - until the bar closed. First night 10 pm, 2nd night 2:30 am - like sleeping with strobe lights in the room. Pretty restrictive check in times. If you are late, you are out of luck until the next morning. The resident bats were present, in the hallway . . .
• Norm (6/5): - Charming place with a great history. Haunted had some experiences. Baths not kept clean. Excellent food and outside patio. Locals smoke up the bar really bad. Would be a great hangout if not.
• Thea (2/5): - Stains on the floor and the room smelt. It was a huge disappointment. Didn’t even stay the night. We left immediately.
• Verified traveler (2/5): Expedia should not list this place. Not liveable - Rooms are upstairs from bar full of smokers. No ventilation. Rooms and contents reeked of cigarette smoke. No Wi-fi; No breakfast; No staff person - only the bartender (only in the eve). Toilet in shared bathroom overflowed with first use - NOTHING was done during the next 24 hrs to fix it. We left the next morning and got other accomodations 50 miles away. Not fit for human habitation.
• Wendy (6/5): Reasonable & functional - We liked the room and access to the shared bathroom. The bed was a double bed, not queen size as advertised. We stayed on a Thursday night with no other guests. Wi-fi wasn't available and the cigarette smoke from the downstairs bar migrated upstairs. Breakfast was simple and the coffee makers in the room and at the breakfast bar worked well. There was also a small refrigerator at the breakfast bar that had yogurt and orange juice. We went outside and across the street to finish our breakfast (in our pajamas) while sitting in the early morning sun.
• Sandi (6/5): Funky, charming old hotel in a very small town - Was easy, and bartender/check in was really positive and accommodating. I was quite happy with it, but maybe a city slicker with different standards might not appreciate it as much. I am somewhat of a princess and the pea type, so I could have used a more firm mattress in my room.
• Verified traveler (6/5): White Horse - The room was clean and comfortable. The shared bath was modern but did not provide enough towels. Very flimsy wooden doors. My room key also opened the room across the hall! This place probably is meant for those who cannot drive home after endless beers at the bar downstairs. Check-in requires a walk through a smoke-filled bar and spelling my name out loud in the presence of some foul-mouthed bar patrons. Very uncomfortable for a non-smoking, older woman, travelling alone. Please don't call this a hostel, because it is not.
• Nicole (10/5): Remember, this is a Hostel above a bar, and Enjoy! - For the price, this cant be beat. Pillows so comfortable, i bought them from Amazon. The comunal bathroom decor made it feel decadent. And, they are adding suites to the 3rd floor. We will definately stay again.
• Verified traveler (4/5): yuck - Let's see... no wi-fi even though it was advertised as having wi-fi. This wouldn't have been a big deal if it wasn't in the middle of nowhere, so I was without any kind of cell service until I drove 30 minutes into town. The "free breakfast" advertised was a bowl of fruit and muffins that sat there for the 3 days I was there and god knows how long they had already been there. They didn't check my ID when I went to check in. I said my name and they gave me a key and asked me to return it when I was done... the only"staff" are the bartenders and they aren't very helpful. Lastly, the room smelled awful. Stay far away from This place
• Fishing Texas (6/5): Historic - Really loved the idea of staying in an "old west" saloon and hotel. Restaurant was good, as was the staff. The area was experiencing an unusually hot spell which made for a fairly hot room, the ac wasn't big enough for the extreme heat. It would have been more fun if the wife wanted to hang in the saloon. Too smokey for her.
• Oscar (8/5): Good - Overall good stay clean did not smell like smoke everyone seemed nice got some stares but for the price I would come again
• Verified traveler (10/5): Old building cool history 😊 - We had a great stay! Staff was very nice! Room was clean & bed was comfortable. Old building cool history! Bathrooms were clean. Continental breakfast was more than I expected. I would stay here again.
• Petrina (8/5): Quaint Town - This is a great place to stay if you like no interruptions from hotel staff and are not cigarette smoke sensitive. We asked for an extra washcloth for two days and our room was never serviced (no garbage taken out, no toilet paper brought in) through our three-day stay. The same breakfast food was out for two days without refrigeration in the lobby area. We had a gem of a lady bartender/hostess the last evening of our stay - she brought us each a clean washcloth and towel right away and was very friendly and kind. I liked the room. The only drawback for me was the smoke smell from the bar and lobby below the room. Walking through the smoke to get upstairs set me off on a coughing spell. Surprisingly enough the smoke smell from downstairs did not penetrate the room upstairs and our belongings kept their fresh smell. The room had air conditioning and a mini kitchenette with a coffee pot and a mini fridge - which was a very welcome surprise!
• Verified traveler (6/5): You get what you pay for. - Neat old town. If you just need an inexpensive bed, it's a fine choice.
• wilber (6/5): the price - the price is good....for sleeping couple hours..... has two share bathroom........everything is Okay
• Verified traveler (6/5): Smoke travels up to rooms from bar below. - Okay property. Good value for money however prefer room with a tub.
• Colten (8/5): Not perfect but definitely a good experience - I absolutely loved the old small town feel of the hotel!
• Verified traveler (2/5): - This place was on top of a smoking bar so even though there wasn't smoking in the rooms, the smoke wafted up leaving the room smoky. There isn't a breakfast and our lights didn't work. The service wasn't good, leaving me waiting practically in the bar waiting for the clerk to look over.
• Rennae (10/5): White Horse Saloon & Spirit Lake = WOW! - Awesome! This building has been standing since 1907 so don't expect modern conveniences like a tv and radio or a phone in your room! Do expect a stairs that is solid to walk up to your room on the 2nd floor. And a beautiful bathroom in the hall with a 7 foot shower head! My room was just that - a bed wrapped in loverly bedding, a clothes rack in the corner, a small table with coffee pot and fixins, and a bedside table with a lamp for reading. Since it is a country town of one story buildings - my view was of the roof next door. Who cares? I came for a clean bed and to just sleep here ... the Entertainment in this piece of God's Country is Outside! There was a Vasco (sp?) floor heater and it even had a timer so I was cozy all night! (...buy this at Costco!) The oldest saloon in Idaho was downstairs and I stayed a Friday night... I could hear the juke box but it was a dull background noise and I read till midnight anyway. The rooms were clean, the breakfast was instant oatmeal - but I wanted a nice local lunch so this was fine with me. Angie at the bar was my hostess when I checked in... accommodating and friendly! I couldn't ask for a better way to spend my money! I shall return many more times. Half an hour from Spokane! ...do watch your speed - cops like to give tickets! Not to me, Thank goodness!

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