Bette & Jerry are consummate hosts with Ed's hearty country breakfasts and doing the little things…read moreto make one's stay special. We spent 3 nights enjoying the beautiful ranch and scenery and exploring Cody. Jerry is a delight telling stories and corny jokes which I'll repeat. We intend on returning and hopefully have a family reunion here. And for those with children, this is very kid friendly. They'll have a great time!

wonderful staff! so friendly. rooms were VERY clean. fluffy…read moretowels. comfy beds. great space for everyone both inside and out. breakfast in morning was home cooked country breakfast. you feel like family here even though you've just met... do NOT miss this place in Cody, WY.

Great ride with my two boys. Becky led the way for us and outstanding with my kids. I would…read morerecommend a longer than one hour ride because the scenery was gorgeous! Will try the dining next time! Thank you Becky for a great ride! See you next time!!

We booked Monster Lake Ranch for my daughter's wedding. Despite having over four months notice they…read moreweren't ready for us. We weren't able to set up for the wedding until a few hours before and that was because they didn't have anything ready. We had to clean the place before setting up because nothing had been cleaned. They had my deposit for over four months and I paid the entire balance 30 days before the wedding and yet they still did NOT have the place ready even though I was assured it would be. Because we had to do all of the cleaning and then the setting up I missed out on being present while my daughter got ready. I didn't get to help her into her dress. I didn't get to make memories or take pictures. I was robbed out of many things that day. Also, family stayed on the property and paid full price despite dirty rooms that were t even ready to be checked into until late evening and no hot water the next day. The website promises available breakfast and yet there was no breakfast and the restaurant was closed. They were told it was seasonal; the website says NOTHING about being seasonal. For the first 3 months after booking the ranch for the wedding, I could NOT get anyone to communicate with me. Many emails went unanswered as well as voicemails. When the one and I guess only staff member did finally communicate with me it was to tell me that an entire crew was getting the event center ready. Well that turned out to be one of many lies to come!!!! Nothing was ever done to get the place ready until we did it ourselves, the day of the wedding!!!! Also, we booked the "event center " sight unseen and was promised pictures on many occasions. Never once got any pictures. Then when we finally get there and are taken to the "event center," it turns out to be a huge garage, with no heat or running water. The bathroom facilities were several yards away and if turns out they were dirty and didn't have any towels to wipe hands on. We were out and out lied to many times and I will NEVER recommend this place, at least not with the current staff!!!!!!!

"If you know your history Who the heck do I think I am?…read moreI'm just a Buffalo Soldier In the heart of America" (Bob Marley) You will surely get your money's worth when you visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming. How about five museums under one roof!! In fact, there is so much to see that your admission ticket is valid for two days. So, what's there? Let's start with Draper Natural History Museum with exhibits on ecology, wildlife, and geology. We were treated to a wonderful exhibition of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem through immersive, interactive exhibits. We were treated to an awesome Birds of Prey segment and saw handlers talk about the Bald Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, and Turkey Vulture. This was staged outdoors in a big courtyard with bleacher seats. Next, we walked through the Buffalo Bill Museum, saw a highlight video of his amazing life. He was a frontiersman, scout, and showman who became one of the most iconic figures of the American West, gaining fame as a Pony Express rider and Army scout. He was a flamboyant performer and became one of America's first pop culture icons, founding the wildly popular "Buffalo Bill's Wild West". The show toured internationally and at times also starred Sitting Bull and Annie Oakley. The Whitney Western Art Museum celebrated the American West through paintings, sculptures, and mixed media. We saw beautiful examples of art that documented cowboy and Native American culture. Then we saw the Plains Indian Museum that documented the cultures and histories of Native peoples from the Great Plains. We saw examples of clothing, living quarters, children's toys, Lakota beadwork, and Cheyenne regalia. Lastly, we looked at the innovation and history of weapons in the Cody Firearms Museum. It houses one of the most comprehensive collections of American and international firearms, with over 7,000 guns and 30,000 related artifacts. If you are interested in the evolution of firearms technology, their role in military history, hunting, sport, and popular culture, you will spend hours here Together, these museums tell the story of Yellowstone and the American West --all in one place under one roof.

Absolutely the best museum I've visited in ages. It most definitely rivals the museums in DC. They…read morehave a gun library with over 42k guns, library style on pull out cases ans labeled for every military and every war plus guns not used in the military. They had pioneer type exhibits and even birds that are being rehabilitated or permanently hkmed because of injury. They give you 1 week to visit 2 days and it is absolutely worth the money! You could spent the whole 2 days in just the gun part if you wanted. Super awesome place to visit!

Food, Customer service and price was great,The food here exceeded my expectations. The ingredients…read moretasted fresh, and everything was prepared with care. The flavors were balanced and enjoyable, and the overall quality made it a place I would definitely visit again.

Came here for dinner the first night and its a street over from the main street in downtown Cody…read more Similar to a few other reviews, we didn't have reservations for a 5:30 seating and nor were we greeted. It took a bit of time to be acknowledged and seated, but once that did take place, it was smooth from there. Ordered the special which was a flank steak with crispy polenta and arugula salad. The steak was amazing - seasoned well, perfectly medium and tender. The crispy polenta was delicious, keep that on the menu please. The arugula was a little rough and wilted. We also ordered the lamb gnocchi and everything on the plate worked - the pesto sauce, generous tender lamb meatballs, the dark cherry sauce, etc. A great place with good food!

I really don't understand the negative reviews. The cabin we rented was exactly as described. The…read moreagent was very easy to reach and extremely accomodating. We plan on using them again this year.

I just came here to warn Travelers that there is no guarantee when you book with this company that…read moreyour deposit secures the place you want to stay at. Per Cody Lodging -Owner decided to not rent out just 30 days before. All air flights are booked, arrangements made etc. and there is nothing the company can do to help. They state there is nothing comparable in their catalog and the only other option is to reschedule. Very little time to cancel, refund, and rebook flights and arrange vacation requests, etc. so I feel thats an unrealistic gesture of options to offer. The only other residence they had they rented and were not willing to move clients around to honor our deposit. It is a risk so beware!! We certainly recommend staying away from the company . Unacceptable and bad business.

Great food! Excellent service! Two thumbs up! I will definitely be going back for seconds.read more

Good solid steak place. Service is friendly and efficient. The food is tasty. Ordered the pork chop…read moreand it's massive. Charred just right so you can get that smoky flavor in each bite. It comes with three portions of veggies - pureed carrots (which is so yummy. it reminded me of a sweet potato casserole during thanksgiving, but it's carrots), sauteed red cabbage and broccoli florets. All good! I ordered fries as my side and they were crispy and potatoey - perfect! We also ordered the chicken fried chicken and it was good and hearty! A solid restaurant. It's popular so reservations are recommended. They also are sponsors of the Cody Stampede Rodeo which is a must see in Cody!

I can't recommend the Shark's Peak experience any more highly. A week before I attended, I had…read morestopped in for a beer at Cody Craft Brewing, the venue for the Wednesday evening events. As I sipped my beer, I watched Jessica host one of her Sip and Paint get together. Everyone there seemed to be having a great time - lots of laughter, lots of smiles, and lots of happy people. Afterwards, I spoke to Jessica and said that I would love to try this but that I was a "can't draw a stick man" level artist. I also said that I was impressed with how well everyone's paintings seemed to have turned out. Jessica encouraged me to attend if I had the chance (I am in Cody on vacation for a couple weeks, so I did indeed have the opportunity), and that I just might surprise myself. So, despite my reticence, I made reservations for a family member and myself for the following week. When we arrived, the space was all ready to go. Tables, chairs, tabletop easels, paint brushes, a cup of water (these are water based acrylics), and a tray of all of the needed paints to complete our American masterpieces. Although the night's basic idea was an American flag based sunset with a Buffalo, We were encouraged to use our artistic creativity and to "paint whatever you feel - express yourself." I stuck with the Buffalo. Jessica patiently takes you through the steps of the painting with the brushes to use, the paints used for each step, the blending, and the brush techniques to use to get the different effects. She uses a headset and sound system so she is easily heard by all. My big fear was creating the Buffalo. I was afraid it would look like anything but a Buffalo. Who'd of thought that with just a couple of circles, an oval, and some basic angles, you can build one. We were given excellent and well-paces step by step directions and suggestions as we painted. While there is a finished example prominently displayed elevated up front, Jessica also (effortlessly it seemed) created one as she demonstrated the step. By the time it was done, there were big Buffalos, small Buffalos, flying and levitating Buffalos, branded Buffalos, and skies filled with stars and moons and comets. Just like the week before, our two hours were filled with laughter, smiles, and a lot of people surprised at how well their paintings turned out. And believe me, no one was more surprised than me. What a fun time - a great beer, a chance to meet new new people, an encouraging and charming instructor, and a result that was 100 times better than I had expected. If you get the chance, do yourself a favor and go. I guarantee you will love this.

Jessica Reesy is awesome and engaging. She made our family's White Elephant party go from a good…read moretime to a great time. She knows how to lead a huge group of people create some cool art! I recommend you hire Jessica for your event.

We were traveling and in town for one night. We found Pat's after a search online and glad we did!…read more What a great place! Small restaurant with lots of locals at the bar, not noisy or loud at all. Our server was the nicest guy. He answered all our questions about the beer, joked around with us and checked on us several times. They brew their own beer and both of the ones we tried were very good. I had the Fuggle Cuddle Brown and my partner had the Sybil Stout. For dinner I ordered the Fish & Chips which came with house cut French Fries. The fish was perfectly cooked with a tasty crunchy beer batter crust that was not greasy at all. The fries were so good, just crispy enough. My partner had the brat sandwich which came topped with onions and sauerkraut and he loved it! I ordered a house salad also and that was yummy also. If you're ever in Cody do yourself a favor and try Pat's Brew House. Great food at reasonable prices and friendly staff.

Immediately greeted, love the beer samples! We split the Reuben sandwich and the Southwest Bowl…read more Great food, great experience. Lots of beer samples and selections. Loved the Stout!

Prepare for an absolutely delightful experience with Cody Shuttle if you're fortunate enough to be…read morevisiting Cody. No matter how long your stay, Cody Shuttle takes care of the details, offering convenient pickup and drop-off at your campground's site. The day we spent with Cody Shuttle, especially our guide Heather, exceeded all our expectations. We set our sights on encountering wildlife and exploring the park, especially the northern part of Yellowstone, having already visited popular spots like Old Faithful. Before we even reached Yellowstone, we marveled at the picturesque landscapes and visited two quaint Montana towns, Cooke City and Silver Gate. We even entered the park via the less-traveled Northeast entrance. Heather was a fountain of knowledge, pointing out wildlife, identifying bird calls, explaining geological features, and offering insights about local plant species. We knew we were in for a treat when we saw a majestic bull moose, its massive antlers on full display. Heather had binoculars and a scope on hand, enabling us to appreciate the wildlife in incredible detail. As we journeyed through Lamar Valley -- the "American Serengeti" -- Heather was always the first to spot the Bison. We saw a vast herd of these "American Buffalo" and their calves often referred to as "red dogs" due to their color, roaming as far as the eye could see. Pronghorn Antelopes were also seen mingling with the herd, a sight that was a poignant reminder of nature hundreds of years ago! Throughout the day, we saw more of Yellowstone's wildlife -- Big Horn Sheep, Mountain Goats, and Elk, often with their young. We enjoyed a fresh and tasty deli lunch at a hotel in Mammoth Springs, a historic district formerly known as "Fort Yellowstone." Heather shared the evolving story of Mammoth Springs. We ended the day with not one, but two Black Bear sightings at different points. We even joked with Heather about arranging a Grizzly Bear appearance, and as we drove on Sylvan Pass towards the East Entrance, there it was, a massive Grizzly Bear! It seemed like every wildlife sighting was perfectly timed, although we know it was pure luck. But we'd like to think that Heather was our lucky charm! By the way, Cathy and Alvin, the owners of Cody Shuttle, are truly dedicated to their service. We met them during our tour; they were exploring the park on a holiday, looking for ways to enhance their tour plans. It's clear they're passionate about providing the best experience for their customers!"

We were going to visit Yellowstone National Park and we decided to get on a tour to view the entire…read moreexperience. We chose Cody Shuttle. They picked up and returned us to our hotel. They had snacks, drinks, and a fantastic lunch! We chose the lower loop because of snow and we were impressed! Our guides Heather and Vicki were extremely knowledgeable on everything and answered all of our questions. We had a lot of questions. I know if we were to do this ourselves we would have been lost and not benefitted from the entire experience. We must have saw 25 to 30 different animals, Old faithful, the pools and colors, waterfalls, rock formations, snow, baby buffalo and eagles... Sit back and put the map away... take Cody Guided tours through Yellowstone and enjoy nature. It was well worth the trip! Cathy and Alvin were great too! Cathy helped set up the trip. And Alvin made sure everything went well!