The Stumble Inn

MOTEL POLICY/HOUSE RULES: We strive to provide our guests with an exceptionally clean, safe, and friendly motel experience.  The following Motel Policy/House Rules have been established based on industry standards, management and operational procedures, and our personal experience of owning and operating the Stumble Inn since 2019.  These Motel Policy/House Rules are considered a part of our reservation agreement with you.  As our motel guest, by reading and signing your motel registration you are agreeing to abide by all of our Motel Policy/House Rules, terms and conditions, and procedures.  These Motel Policy/House Rules are presented here to help promote our guests’ safety and enjoyment and to ensure that each guest is aware of the understandings between the Stumble Inn and the guest.  Our Motel Policy/House Rules may change from time to time, so please check back often. 

100% SMOKE-FREE: Stumble Inn is 100% Smoke-Free.  For safety and to assure that our facility is not exposed to items or actions that create an odor which is unhealthy and objectionable to our guests and staff, and that is difficult to remove from the air, carpet, walls, and furniture we do not permit smoking tobacco, marijuana, illegal drugs, e-cigarettes, vape pens, vaping, cartridges containing the liquid of nicotine, hookahs, incense, cooking, cigars, candle burning, the use or diffusing of patchouli oil or other strong-smelling plant-based essential oils or synthetic products in our facility.  Guests are encouraged to notify Liz immediately if they smell cigarette, marijuana, or other objectionable odors.   This policy is not intended to stop people from smoking, but to regulate where they smoke and how it affects others.  A Designated Smoking Area is provided outside and away from the building.  Marijuana is prohibited at all times. A smoking fee of $60.00 per room may apply if policy is not adhered to. 

CANDLES, INCENSE, ESSENTIAL OILS: Candles, incense, essential oils (diffusing, vaporizing, etc.) are prohibited.  These items and activities will be treated as smoking, a fine accessed, and the guest may be evicted with no refunds.    

NO-COOKING, COOKING  APPLIANCES, COMBUSTIBLES, OR FIREWORKS: The safety of our guests, staff, and this facility is extremely important to us.  Except for the microwave and refrigerator units that the motel provides, preparation of food in guest rooms by any type of cooking appliances is prohibited, unless other arrangements have been made with Liz.  Open fires, flames or cooking grills, either charcoal or gas, and fireworks are not allowed anywhere on motel property unless previously discussed with Liz.  

GUARANTEED RESERVATIONS: All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid major credit card.  Guests must be 18 years and older.  We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover Card.  We do not charge your credit card at the time you make your reservations.  Your credit card guarantees your reservations. Please make sure to receive a reservation confirmation number when you make a reservation. The Stumble Inn has a zero cancellation policy.  If your reservation is cancelled, your credit card will still be charged.  Reservations will be held until 11:00 a.m. the morning following your scheduled arrival date.  If you have not checked in by that time, a NO-SHOW charge of one room night, plus tax will be charged to your credit card and the balance of your reservations will be cancelled.  The Stumble Inn is not responsible for weather conditions, personal emergencies, or schedule changes. 

EARLY CHECK-IN/PRE-REGISTRATION:Early check-in is offered based on availability.  If you require a guaranteed check-in for arrival prior to 4 p.m. then Pre-Registration and payment may be required.  Please contact us directly to make reservations and complete a credit card authorization form prior to your arrival (406) 423-5444. 

CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS: Guests must be at least 18 years of age to check in at The Stumble Inn.  In the interests of security and to prevent fraud, guests are required to confirm their identity by providing their valid government issued photo identification (State driver’s license, passport, etc.) at check-in.  A valid, signed, and pre-approved credit card in the name of the guest registration is also required.  It is your responsibility to fully understand the manner in which your bank processes pre-authorizations and charges to your credit/debit card.  Some banks hold pending authorizations for up to 30 business days. 

AUTHORIZATION AT CHECK-IN: Your actual charge will be posted at check-in.  

GUEST REGISTRATION: We require valid contact information from the guest making the reservations including first and last name, address, phone number, and signature.  The names of all guests occupying the room must be registered. Information regarding your license plate/car description may be gathered at check-in for security. 

CHECK-OUT TIME & PROCEDURE:  Room rental period expires at 11:00 a.m.  Please be prompt, so that housekeeping may begin cleaning your room as soon as possible.  If you require a later check-out, please contact us prior to the day of your departure and we will do our best to accommodate your request.  A charge may apply for late check-out. 

EARLY DEPARTURE: Guests who check out of the motel after 11:00 a.m. and prior to their scheduled departure date are subject to an early departure fee of one night, plus tax. 

SPECIAL REQUESTS: We will make every effort to honor special requests such as a specific floor or room number, refrigerator/microwaves, etc. upon your arrival. All special requests are noted on reservations and we will do our best to accommodate.   However, the availability of these items cannot be guaranteed in advance.  

MICROWAVE/REFRIGERATOR: Except for the microwave and refrigerator units that the motel provides, preparation of food in guest rooms by any type of cooking appliances is prohibited unless arrangements are made with management.  Not all rooms have a microwave and refrigerator unit. These units are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask that you refrain from microwaving any pungent food as the odor is difficult to remove from fabric, a cleaning fee may be assessed. Most commercially prepared food intended for the microwave has not previously caused a problem, so we suggest that option.  Microwaving your fresh caught trout will be an issue. 

ADA/HANDICAPPED ROOMS: The Stumble Inn does not offer handicapped accessible rooms at this point in time. 

PAYMENT:  All reservations and registration must be guaranteed with a valid major credit card.  We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover Card.  Pursuant to credit card agreements, credit cards are not valid unless signed by the cardholder.  Credit cards must be signed.  Cash (USD) payment is welcomed with a signed registration.  All guests are required to present a valid major credit card and government issued photo identification even if guests are planning on paying in cash upon check-out.  Checks and foreign currency not accepted. 

CHECKS AND CHECK CASHING: We do not accept checks.  We do not provide check cashing services. 

DEBIT CARD/CREDIT CARD HOLDERS: Your credit card is not valid unless signed.  We will refuse an unsigned card.  Your Debit or Credit Card will be authorized at check-in for the full amount of your stay. The Stumble Inn has no control over the policies of your bank and will not be held liable for any “insufficient funds” penalties or any other resulting fees or charges.  It is your responsibility to fully understand the manner in which your bank processes authorizations and charges to your debit or credit card.  Some banks hold pending authorizations for up to 30 days.  

DEPOSITS AND GUARANTEES: There is no deposit required to make an individual room reservation.  However, a major credit card is required at the time of booking to guarantee the room and secure the reservation period. 

RESERVATION AND PAYMENT FOR GUESTS BY PRIVATE THIRD PARTIES: Generally, third party payment is not permitted.  In the case of paying for a family member if you will not be physically present at the motel, we require prior completion and approval of a Credit Card Authorization form including a copy of your driver’s license and the front and back of your signed credit card.  You will be responsible for any and all damages and loss.  We reserve the right to refuse reservation at any time for any reason. 

CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION BY CORPORATE THIRD PARTIES:Please contact Liz at least 24 hours prior to guest’s arrival to request a Credit Card Authorization form.  We must receive the information and process the approval for your reservations prior to the guest’s arrival. 

GIFT CERTIFICATES & PREPAID BOOKINGS: Please contact us directly to purchase or redeem gift certificates (406)-423-5444.  Unless the transaction takes place directly at the motel, Pre-Paid Bookings require a Credit Card Authorization form to be completed. This form is available by calling the us directly (406) 423-5444. 

RATES: All rates are quoted in USD, plus tax.  Rates may increase without notice.  Rates as advertised on the The Stumble Inn website or any other website or promotional material are subject to change at any time and may increase or decrease at the motel’s discretion.  Rates are based on standard room (1-2 occupancy) and are subject to availability. 

RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE:   The Stumble Inn is privately owned and operated.  We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason(s) that does not violate Federal or State laws.  The Stumble Inn has a zero tolerance policy in which we will refuse to admit or refuse service or accommodation in our motel or may remove a person, without refund, who refuses to abide by the reasonable standards and policies established by the State of Montana and the owners for the operation and management of the motel. The Stumble Inn will refuse service or evict a guest: for refusal or failure to pay for accommodations, is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other intoxicating substance and acts in a disorderly fashion as to disturb the peace of other guests or is not in compliance with state liquor laws; acts in a disorderly fashion as to disturb the peace of other guests; is unable to properly supervise their children at all times, seeks to use the motel for an unlawful purpose; seeks to bring into the motel: an unlawfully possessed firearm; or something, including an explosive or hazardous or toxic substance, that is unlawful to possess and that may be dangerous to other persons; destroys, damages, defaces, or threatens harm to motel property or guests; causes or permits persons to exceed the maximum allowable occupancy of room, refuses to abide by the reasonable standards or policies established by The Stumble Inn for the operation and management of our motel. MCA 70-6-511, 70-5-512,70-6-513, 70-6-514 

QUIET HOURS:  10:00 p.m. to 9 a.m. If you become aware of a disruptive guest, please contact our staff immediately by phone or in person. Televisions, voices, or other devices must be kept at a respectful low level at all times.  Doors should be opened and closed quietly.   

DISCOUNTS: We do not offer discounted room rates for participation or employment in organizations such as AAA, AARP, government employees, etc.  

CANCELLATION: The Stumble Inn is not responsible for weather conditions, personal emergencies, or schedule changes.  We have a zero cancellation policy. Guests cards will be charged the full amount in the event of cancellation. 

NO SHOW CHARGES: Failure to check in on the scheduled arrival date for a reservation guaranteed with a credit card will result in a No-Show fee being charged to your credit card.  You will only be charged for your scheduled reservation time at full room rate plus taxes. 

HOUSE RULES:  Groups, School groups, sports/ski teams, weddings, special events, etc. Please contact motel directly for current House Rules (406) 423-5444.  Schools, sport/ski teams are directed to also review their specific school or sport organization Code of Conduct.  We do not permit groups of minors. 

DO-NOT DISTURB AND ACCESS TO ROOMS: To provide all of our guests with an exceptionally clean and safe motel experience, we provide housekeeping on an as-needed basis.  Management reserves the right to enter a room with a known status of “IN” for reasonable purposes, such as an emergency, housekeeping, maintenance, verify that the room, its furnishings, and mechanical equipment are intact, or to address or prevent a violation of our Motel Policy/House Rules. In the event of suspected illegal activity, management reserves the right to summon law enforcement to aid in eviction.  The right to privacy ends when a Motel Policy/House Rule is broken.  Law enforcement will be granted immediate access to motel property and rooms of evicted guests. 

CHILDREN:  Well behaved children of all ages are welcomed with the supervision of an adult.   As the parents, guardians, or chaperones of children you are personally and legally responsible for and must supervise them at all times MCA 70.6.514.  For safety reasons, please do not leave children unattended in guest rooms or allow them to roam the motel property unsupervised.  

ADDITIONAL BEDDING: The Stumble Inn does not provide roll-away bedding or cribs. 

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: Room occupancy requirements are based on fire code/fire safety restrictions.  Standard Room maximum occupancy is 2.  If you exceed the maximum number of guests allowed, you will be asked to rent another guestroom for proper accommodations or vacate the motel. ROOM KEYS:Room keys are issued to the registered guest(s).  No room keys will be issued to youth under 18 at any time.  I.D. is required if you have lost your key and require a duplicate.  Please return room keys to Tall Boys Tavern at Check-out.  

HOUSEKEEPING/ROOM INSPECTION: Housekeeping is provided daily between the hours of 9 a.m.-2 p.m.  Housekeeping may start as early as 6 a.m. during hunting season.  This is a 100 % NON-SMOKING motel, including medical marijuana.  Rooms are cleaned and inspected daily and a detailed log is maintained on each room and linen.  Rooms are rented to guests in appropriate condition without any prohibited odor.  Housekeeping and staff are trained and skilled in identifying the odors from prohibited items.  If our investigation concludes that you have smoked in your room, cooked, or brought a prohibited item into our facility, you will be fined, and evicted without any refund. 

LINEN CHANGING: Your comfort is very important to us.  For guests staying multiples nights, bed linen is changed on a rotation schedule.  Used towels are exchanged for fresh towels as needed.  If Housekeeping is unable to change a bed due to personal items left on a bed, a note will be left.  Housekeeping will be happy to change your bed linens and make your beds each day if all personal items are removed.  Please contact management if you have any additional questions or concerns. 

LOST & FOUND POLICY: The Stumble Inn assumes no liability for lost, misplaced, stolen, or damaged valuables or belongings. If you discover that you have left behind something of value to you, please call us immediately (406) 423-5444 and we will try to assist you in locating your lost item. 

FOUND ITEMS: The Stumble Inn is not responsible for any item left behind by a guest.  However, any item, with the exception of perishable items, left behind by our guests and found after departure by Housekeeping will be collected, logged in, and kept in a secure location for collection by the owner for up to fourteen (14) days.  Records of Lost & Found items are retained for five years.  Reasonable effort will be made to notify the guest that an item has found.  Perishable items, underwear, and miscellaneous toiletries are discarded.   

RETURN: We would be happy to return your lost item(s) to you by United States Postal Service.  Sorry, no UPS or FED EX deliveries.  Your credit card will be charged packaging and postage, plus a $10.00 handling fee.  A separate receipt will be mailed to you.  The Stumble Inn is not responsible for any item lost or misdirected during shipment by the United States Postal Service.  Please contact the USPS Customer Service Department at 1-800-275-8777. UNCLAIMED ITEMS/NO CONTACT:  Lost & Found items are held for fourteen (14) days while we attempt to contact the guest.  If guest contact information is incorrect or cell phone mailbox is full and we are unable to contact the guest during the fourteen (14) day holding period, the unclaimed item(s) are thrown away, given to local organizations, or disposed of accordingly by The Stumble Inn.  

ALCOHOL POLICY: Registered guests of legal age who choose to bring their own alcoholic beverages must consume those in their room.  Alcohol consumed during special events served by a licensed caterer with permit to serve/sale alcohol is restricted to those 21 years old or older (valid photo identification required) and can only be consumed at that event venue.  MCA 70-6-513, MCA 27-1-710, MCA 16-3-105, MCA 16-4-204. 

FIREARMS AND WEAPONS: The safety and security of our guests and staff is extremely important to us.  Our Firearms and Weapons Policy is designed for the protection of our guests, vendors, staff, and owners, and pertains to the presence of firearms and weapons on motel premises.  The Stumble Inn recognize that guests and vendors may legally possess firearms or weapons for a variety of legitimate purposes.  This policy has been developed to create a safe environment by providing appropriate guidance over the custody of firearms and weapons on our premises.  The Stumble Inn is private property.  Guests, who are lawfully permitted to possess a firearm or weapon, may bring such onto our motel premises for storage purposes only, with the understanding that they are personally responsible for following:Guests must abide by all Federal, State, and local laws.Firearm and weapons must be appropriately registered.Firearms must be unloaded. No cleaning of firearms is permitted on motel premises. Firearms and weapons must be safeguarded and secured in either a locked, hard sided firearm container or a soft gun case provided by the guest at all times and clearly labeled with their name and contact information.Damages caused by arrowheads will be charged accordingly, please be careful. Guests and vendors who fail to abide by our policy may be asked to leave the motel premises, are subject to trespass and may be subject to further legal action.  Exempted from this policy are law enforcement officers and designated military personnel who are on-duty and required to carry firearms in the performance of their duties.   No exemption to this policy is allowed for private persons, even those licensed and permitted to carry a firearm openly or concealed under local, state, or federal law, are exempt from this policy.  It is our policy to promptly turn over any firearms left on the property to the Judith Basin County Sheriff's Office if we are unable to contact the owner.  Questions concerning these policies or its implementation may be addressed to the motel owner directly (406) 600-8079.   MCA 70-24-110 

BICYCLES/HOVER BOARDS/ROLLER BLADES: Bicycles, Hover boards, and roller blades are not permitted in guest rooms.  Depending on available space, The Stumble Inn staff will be happy to secure these items in our mechanical room.  We assume no liability for theft, loss, and/or damage, and you waive any and all such liability. 

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY OR FIRE: Please notify staff in the event of a fire or other emergency.   

FIRE SAFETY POLICY: The motel is fully equipped with smoke detectors. 

NO IN-ROOM PARTY: The Stumble Inn enforces a No In-Room Party Policy to ensure we can protect the motel and our guests at all times.  No parties, loud disturbances and/or noise-nuisance are allowed or tolerated on these premises. In the event of a disturbance, one polite request (warning) will be given to reduce the noise.  If our request is not followed, the guest will be asked to leave the motel without refund.   Registered guest(s) is responsible for all persons visiting.  Non-Registered visitors are only permitted until 10:00 P.M.  If found with more “people” not listed on the Guest Registration Form after 10:00 P.M. your stay will be considered a party.  You will be ordered to vacate the premises without refund and may be access Guest Compensation Disturbance Fee. 

FREE WiFi ACCESS: Access to our WiFi is free for our registered guests.  The motel WiFi access code is Whiskey47.  WiFi signals are subject to change without notice depending on the room’s location, the status of our WiFi-equipment, and interference from other local wireless signals.  The Stumble Inn Suites assumes no liability for guest use.  

TV/STREAMING: The Stumble Inn uses Netflix streaming service in addition to select free Amazon Prime Video channels via Amazon Fire Stick.  If a “pin” is requested from you by Amazon, this indicates the channel has not been purchased by The Stumble Inn and is inaccessible to the guest.  The larger remote is used for powering the TV on and off, as well as adjusting volume.  The smaller remote is used to navigate Netflix and Prime Video.  

HEATING/COOLING: The Stumble Inn requests that you be mindful of your energy usage in regard to the AC/heating unit in the room.  We ask that you employ sustainable practices such as setting the heat to a maximum of 75 degrees and cooling to a minimum of 65 degrees, no less.  

ENFORCEMENT: All staff is trained and required to respond to potential violations of our Motel Policy/House Rules. Guests who refuse to abide by the reasonable standards and policies established The Stumble Inn for safety of all guests, staff, owners, property, and the operation and management of the motel will be evicted, with no refund (MCA 70-6-511). In addition to the room charge, a minimum $30.00 cleaning fee per room will be charged for infraction(s) of our Motel Policy/House Rules. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS: The Stumble Inn makes its best efforts to ensure that all the information that appears on its website is accurate.  However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given that the information provided on this website is error free.  The Stumble Inn does not accept liability for any errors and/or omissions, and reserves the right to change the information published at any time and without notice. 

LINKS: The links provided on the The Stumble Inn website are for the convenience of site visitors and are provided in good faith.  The Stumble Inn does not accept liability for the contents or links provided on such websites, nor does it accept liability for any indirect or consequential loss arising out of the use or connected with its website. 

ILLNESS AND EPIDEMICS: The Stumble Inn reserves the right to refuse accommodations to a guest arriving with a contagious disease.  In cases where sickness occurs during the stay, please notify management immediately.  In the case of serious sickness, you may be requested to receive appropriate health care from a nearby healthcare facility.  During epidemics we are entitled to employ precautionary measures within our judgment or as required by local authorities.  We may charge you a room cleaning fee as we deem appropriate under the circumstances. 

INFESTATION: The cleanliness of our rooms is extremely important to our guests.  If you bring any infestation into your room or onto our motel premises, we may charge you for any and all costs and expenses, including immediate or urgent response requirements and loss of room revenue, that we deem necessary to address the infestation.  

PARKING AT OWN RISK: All vehicle(s) must be listed on the registration at check-in.  Parking for registered guest(s) is free.  All vehicles are parked at the risk of the owner.  All Seasons Inn and Suites shall not assume liability or responsibility for any vehicle, occupants, or contents while operated or parked on the motel property.  If a vehicle is left in the motel parking lot after the guest has departed without the written consent of the motel, the motel reserves the right to have the vehicle towed at the owner’s expense.  No vehicle repairs on motel premises.  

DAMAGE AND/OR THEFT OF MOTEL PROPERTY: You are liable for any damage howsoever caused (whether by the deliberate, negligent, or reckless act) to the room (s), motel’s premises or property caused by you or any person in your party whether or not staying at the motel during your stay.  The Stumble Inn reserves the right to retain your credit card and/or debit card details as presented at registration and charge or debit the credit /debit card such amounts as it shall in its sole discretion deem necessary to compensate or make good the cost or expenses incurred or suffered by The Stumble Inn as a result of the aforesaid.  Should this damage come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right and you hereby authorize us to charge your credit or debit card for any damage incurred to your room or the Motel property during your stay, including and without limitation for all property damage, missing or damaged items, smoking fee, cleaning fee,  guest compensation, etc.  We will make every effort to rectify any damage internally prior to contracting specialist to make the repairs, and therefore will make every effort to keep any costs that the guest would incur to a minimum. 

DAMAGE DISCOVERED AFTER CHECK-OUT: Guest Rooms found with waste strewn around, in complete disorder, and/or “trashed” will be subject to maintenance deep cleaning fee, administration fee and/or third party fees. 

DAMAGE TO ROOM:  Damage to rooms, fixtures, furnishing and equipment including the removal of electronic equipment, towels, art work, etc. will be charged at 120% of full and new replacement value plus any shipping and handling charges. Any damage to motel property, whether accidental or willful, is the responsibility of the registered guest for each particular room.  Any costs associated with repairs and/or replacement will be charged to the credit card of the registered guest.  In extreme cases, criminal charges will be pursued. 

DAMAGE TO MATTRESSES AND BEDDING: Damage to mattresses and linen including; towels, mattress pads, sheets, bedspreads, blankets resulting from the use of body oils, make-up, shoe-polish, etc. will result in a charge for the special cleaning, repair or replacement of the damaged article. 

DAMAGE OR TAMPERING WITH FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS/FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: The Stumble Inn reserve the right to take action against any guest or visitor found to have tampered or interfered with any detection equipment throughout the motel, including detector heads in public areas, guest rooms, break glass points and fire extinguishers.  Guests or visitors found to have tampered with any fire detection or fire-fighting equipment will be charged with any costs incurred by the motel due to their actions and will be evicted from the motel.  Depending on the severity of the guest actions, law enforcement may become involved at the motel’s discretion.  Should the fact that fire-fighting or detection equipment had been tampered with come to light after the guest has departed, we reserve the right and you hereby authorize us to charge your credit or debit card for any damage incurred to your room or the Motel property during your stay, including and without limitation for all property damage, missing or damaged items, smoking fee, cleaning fee, guest compensation, etc. 

CHANGES OR MODIFICATION TO THE MOTEL POLICY/HOUSE RULES: The Stumble Inn reserves the right to amend, modify, change, cancel, vary or add to these Motel Policies/House Rules or the arrangements and content featured on our Motel website at any time without prior notice.  Please check our website regularly for updates to Motel Policy/House Rules. Any modification to these Motel Policy/House Rules that occurs before your departure is considered a part of your reservations agreement with us. A copy of these Motel Policy/House Rules is located on our website, in the Guest Room Notebook, and available from management upon request.