We stayed at Nisqually Lodge as a base for visiting Mount Rainier National Park, and its location is hard to beat. It’s just a few minutes from the park entrance, making it perfect for an early start to beat the crowds. The lodge is a little different from the larger chain hotels we’ve stayed in. It’s small, quaint and has a cosy feel to it. We stayed on the first floor and, as far as we could tell, there isn’t a lift—just a central staircase. If you’re travelling with heavy luggage, be prepared to carry it upstairs. There’s nothing luxurious about the lodge, but there’s also nothing to complain about. It’s clean, comfortable, and offers exactly what you need if you’re planning to spend your days exploring the national park rather than sitting in a hotel room. Overall, it’s cheap and cheerful, in a fantastic location, and we’d happily stay here again for another visit to Mount Rainier.