Belmont Hotel, historic hotel in Missoula, Montana, United States
The Belmont Hotel is a brick building in Missoula built in 1913 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features simple windows, stone details, and a solid structure typical of railroad hotels from that period.
The hotel was built in 1913 when the railroad brought growth to Missoula and many travelers passed through the city. After decades as a popular stopping point, it closed in 1972 but was added to the register in 1983 to protect its history.
The hotel emerged during a time when Missoula was growing and the railroad was reshaping the city. It shows how travelers and local people gathered in one place to talk and share news about the world.
The hotel sits on North Higgins Avenue, a main street with shops and cafes nearby, making it easy to explore the city. The area is quiet and walkable, perfect for those who want to wander on foot.
Under the management of Lena Walker from 1932 through the mid-1950s, the hotel became a gathering place for community events and meetings. Her long presence shaped local history in ways still documented in archives at the University of Montana.
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