Yes. It's a rest stop. While the amenities you expect in a rest stop are rather ordinary here,…read moreit's the surroundings that should impress and make this stop stand out. I think it might be the only rest stop on this road between Gardiner (and Yellowstone Park) and Livingston. There are picnic tables that can give weary travelers a chance to take a break. There's even a fire hydrant in the dog "rest stop" so even your furry companion can have some relief. A nice feature of this rest stop is the short walking path that takes you down to the Yellowstone river, which is flowing pretty quickly in this area, and from where you can get a very impressive view of Emigrant Peak. Depending on the time of day, it'll be like existing in the middle of a postcard picture. Even if you don't need the break from driving, stop here anyway just to enjoy the view. And if you're southbound into the park, consider it a preview. If you're northbound from the park, experience it a post-script of what you left behind.

Scenic rest stop in Emigrant MT…read more I know a rest stop is usually not one of those one would review but this Emigrant Rest Area is worth noting. It is the most scenic one I've seen so far. Located on the east side of Highway 89 between Emigrant and Gardiner on the way to or from Yellowstone National Park. The roads are paved and the parking lot is level. The rest stop has clean restrooms and also has sectioned picnic tables in a nice roofed picnic area. They have a pet area too. The views are pretty and is located right along Yellowstone River. Saw some people fishing so you can do some fishing too while you are there! LoL There are slots for RV/trailer and truck parking. Open year round (some rest stops in MT are not). There is a historical marker on sight about the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness which is over a million acres of wilderness in a track of land covering portions of three states. Interesting read. And off we go... Review #2330

Just west of a restaurant we ate at, we found the Historic Madison Lodge. It's full of fun local…read moredécor. It's been here since 1912, originally a simple log construction with saddle-notched corners and a Grand Wooden Stair case. It still shows log structures, wood floors, old light fixtures, a stone fireplace, and many great photo ops! It's the only hotel that remains from those early days. They're happy to give free tours, as time permits. (Jul 2026)

This is the perfect base if you are exploring Yellowstone everyday. You can walk to pretty much…read moreeverything in West Yellowstone from here. My boyfriend and I stayed here for a few nights in a private room with a bathroom. Our room was outside by parking spaces, so I liked that. The room itself was cozy and perfect for us to come back to after long days hiking and exploring. The room had a refrigerator and microwave, which was nice. The bed was comfortable. The room was clean. The heat did not work well, so it got a bit chilly through the night. The hotel has a cute gift shop and you get a discount if you are staying in the hotel. We received discount vouchers for the restaurant next door. To me that was awesome! The hotel was a little pricey, but seemed cheaper than most places around there. I would stay there again.

Wooo this town is expensive to stay in, but you can't beat the location. Even Best Western! This…read morehotel is a mere 5 mins from the western gates of Yellowstone National Park. We stayed in room 106 and was surprised at how large the room was (King). The bed was super soft... too soft, but surprisingly we didn't wake up sore...in fact we slept quite well. We could hear the neighbors upstairs the first night. There must have been a gaggle of kids jumping off the bed for a few hours straight before they called it a night. Other than that, it was pretty quiet. Breakfast here is good and free! Parking is limited but we were able to park literally right outside our door both evenings we stayed. The room was clean. The only thing we had to ask for at the front desk was lotion - there was none in the room. Tons of counter space near the sink in this room. The plug in the bathtub was not working, so my partner couldn't take a bath. If you're a shower only type of person this won't impact you.

We stayed here for one night while visiting Yellowstone. They were easy to find, had easy parking,…read morerestaurants and stores within walking distance and of course Yellowstone is about a mile away. The room was nice and clean. The breakfast was smaller than other Best Westerns, but filling. However, the rooms were really dark and it was loud. The walls were thin and it felt like the folks in the room over were in our room.

The ratings are about right. I made our reservation weeks ago because national park restaurants in…read moremy experience are hard to get same week reservations. They had a buffet option, $15 per kid and $50 per adult. My kids all got the buffet option and did decently well with it, it had salmon, sliced brisket, croissant rolls, Mac n cheese, dessert options, chicken, sausages, veggies etc. We tried the regular menu, my husband got the rib eye and I got the tofu vegan bowl. The rib eye plate was extremely underwhelming and the tofu bowl was not good at all. The service was very nice but the entrees took a very long time to come out. The dining room was historic but you can't see old faithful and when it's hot day even with windows open it can be a bit stuffy. I'm glad we tried it but we probably won't go again

Food is lacking, expensive and cold. Poor foreigners worked to the bone.Food portions are small…read morejust disappointing. Avoid if you can.

The Lodge had everything we needed for our stay. The lobby area was inviting, with several couches…read moreset up in front of the fireplace and a large chest of board games nearby that guests can play. It was nice to step away from phone screens for a bit. This is also where they serve their complimentary, well balanced breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. They even have a pancake maker where you can watch the pancakes being made through a viewing window. The fitness center was well equipped and had everything needed to work all muscle groups. I liked that the treadmill is next to the window, allowing you to look out at the mountains while exercising from time to time. They also offer guest laundry for $5 each for the washer and dryer, with detergent available for $2. My clothes came out clean and dry. I did not get a chance to use the pool during my stay, but it looked like guests were enjoying it. There is also an outdoor hot tub, which creates a nice contrast between the cold air and the warm water with steam rising above it. The staff were friendly and patient. They answered our questions thoroughly and helped us feel confident navigating the area. At first, I didn't like that The Lodge was farther from the main village, but it ended up being only a five minute walk to where we needed to go. I would definitely book my stay here again if I have the chance to return to Big Sky.

We had spent three days in Yellowstone, and needed an overnight on our way to Bozeman Airport…read more There didn't seem to be a lot of activity at the resort, which was fine by us. Our room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was average, although they did have a pancake making machine which you don't see very often. I wanted to get a glass of milk and nothing came out of the machine. I had to get the waitstaff to refill the machine, and then when I went back after they had filled it, the milk was sour. Except for the breakfast experience, our stay was fine. Not sure what it would've been like during the height of the season.

The whole experience was exceptional. The entire staff was very nice to us. We would like so…read moreextend a special thanks to John at the front desk. We inquired about going into Yellowstone and he took a great deal of time explaining all we needed to know the park. Our experience at Yellowstone was great due to John's guidance. Thank you very much. Raj and Naleen Maharaj.

Amazing staff the minute I arrived they were extremely helpful the lobby was clean and pretty. The…read morebar is nice the evening was lovely sitting by the fire pit with a cocktail watching the beautiful Montana sky. Lunch at the restaurant was very good I had their tomato micro greens and cheese. You can rent E-bikes like 2 minutes from this location and music in the park on Thursday is just around the corner. It's in a perfect location.

Small, 1 bed cabin was clean and comfortable. Bathroom was a nice size. Good shower…read more We were late arriving and left early so the lack of a comfortable chair to sit in wasn't a problem for us. There was a folding chair and a bench by the table. There wasn't room for anything else. The kitchen seemed to be well stocked until we wanted coffee. They furnished the a 12-cup coffee pot, but all we could find was 3 little bags of coffee that make 9 ounces each. If you don't wash the dishes you use, you get charged. I couldn't help but wonder who had previously washed my coffee cup. I ended up washing it before and after use.

We loved our visit, the cabins are darling and super clean and new. Owners are awesome, close to…read moreall Ennis has to offer. We will be coming back to this great place!

We just stayed here. Wonderful place, super friendly staff and the fluffiest towels ever! Charming…read moreand perfect for our fly fishing adventure.

We had a reunion at El Western . It was awesome . The staff were wonderful and very helpful. We…read moreused the conference center . They called a couple of days before and set it up for us the way we wanted . The rooms were great - very clean and cute rustic log cabins and well appointed kitchen .The office staff were so helpful and friendly. Everything was very clean , beautiful grounds . We loved the creek . The Kids can fish there without buying a license . The water wheel was so pretty and the sound of it so nice. There is a little island accessible by a bridge.-So pretty. Many of our family said they would come back to El western in the future. I certainly recommend it. The Madison River is nearby for fishing. Virginia City is a 15 mile drive and Yellowstone Park is an hour away. Lots to do. Caroline O

Expecting a five star experience, we received one. Not only was the lodge in an ideal location, the…read morepeople throughout the organization were fantastic. The food was great and the service across the board was exemplary. And needless to say the fishing experience was topline with super experienced guides David Kern and Isaac Corman. The true test of an experience, however, comes when one sees how management deals with an issue. Our issue was that the air conditioning broke and the first night the room was unbearably hot. They had an AC team come in and although they couldn't fix the unit while we were there, they had a portable unit installed to take care of the immediate issue. And more importantly, Manu, the manager, worked to reach an acceptable arrangement to cover our discomfort. Overall - I would definitely return and recommend for others to come see what they have to offer.

I've never fly fished in my life (TBH, I rarely even FISH). So when I learned our 2022 corporate…read moreleadership trip would be a 3-night fly fishing excursion on Montana's Madison River, I was honestly skeptical. But not did I learn how to cast a fly (and land a Trout!), but my visit to Madison Valley Ranch ended up being one of the best trips I've ever taken. From the moment you walk in the door, the ranch rolls out the red carpet. After being welcomed with a cold draft beer and tour of the property, we settled into our very comfortable guest rooms to unwind before dinner. Whether you plan to fly fish or not, the entire ranch is designed to make you feel at ease, and at home -- from the incredible back porch views to the outrageously good dishes served up at every meal. Manu and her team take customer service to a new level, from equipping you for an incredible day on the river to selecting the perfect bottle of Cabernet to pair with your dinner. No detail is too small for them, and no request goes unmet. The accommodations are as comfortable as any 4-star hotel, the meals as delicious as any gourmet restaurant, and the views as beautiful as a slice of heaven. And with ample meeting space for corporate groups, its the perfect setting for a team-building escape. I simply can't say enough about Madison Valley Ranch -- whether you're an experienced fisherman or just learning to cast a fly, it's hard to imagine a better place in America to put your rod into the river.

We had a great stay at Yellowstone Gateway Inn, in Gardiner, MT. The beds were extremely…read morecomfortable and made it easy to relax after long day of travel. The room included a full kitchen, which was a huge plus and gave us everything we needed during our stay. The location is excellent--right in town and close to restaurants, shops, and the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park. One of the highlights was seeing a moose walking through the neighborhood, which made the experience even more memorable. The heating and air conditioning worked perfectly, keeping the room comfortable regardless of the weather outside. Overall, Yellowstone Gateway Inn was clean, comfortable, well-equipped, and in a fantastic location. We would definitely stay here again.

Bathroom was not clean. Bath mat stained and cigarette burns on floor. Staff was none existent…read more Called and emailed number they provided. No call back. No staff on site. No kitchen. Had a counter with coffee machine. Bed was not level. Headboard part of bed was 3 or 4 inches lower then foot area. The place outside was dirt road and rocks behind other buildings. Room was about 10 x 10 in size with 30" wide hallway to bathroom 5 feet long. The place was nothing like the pictures on their site. I checked in at 8pm. After hrs of trying g to get someone. We sent msg and checked out at 4am. A day early. Stay far away from this place. When we were there at least 4 other families were having the same issues. Expedia should be assumed for even listing this property. I wish I could attach more pictures