Silver Gate Lodging has the best location for staying right outside Yellowstone National Park if…read moreyour interest is spending time in Lamar Valley. It is a three-minute drive to the park entrance and is also close to Cooke City, the neighboring town. I spent three nights here and was pleased to be close to Lamar and the wildlife--on previous visits to the park, I had stayed inside Yellowstone, closer to the geysers and hot springs. The lodge has motel room and cabins. The rooms are quite basic. I was hoping for a microwave in my motel room but had to walk to the next building to find one in a common area. The tavern nearby has good but not great food. The general store is quite well-stocked with snacks and souvenirs. It is also the only location that has internet access--you do not have internet connectivity in the motel rooms or cabins. Five stars to the staff at the store, especially Tom who is an expert on the area and generous with his advice. You will find him sitting by the outdoor fire in the evening hours. I will be back here next time I visit Lamar Valley. For location alone, this lodge is worth the stay.

The actual is better than the website pictures. I was pleasantly surprised. The cabin was cozy…read morealthough I would prefer a sofa to a second bed. Someplace comfy to sit. I enjoyed making dinner in the kitchen. It was adequately stocked. The fire pit circle near the WiFi was a nice touch. People came gathered around and checked their social media. The bed was super comfortable, I slept really good. Close to the park although I enjoyed the wildlife on the west side of park better. I heard Moose are near ice box canyon but I was long gone by that time. I would definitely stay again.

We couldn't have been more delighted with our stay at the Lamar. I had no idea the location would…read morebe so perfect for our family adventures both in Yellowstone and the adjacent cities of Silver Gate and Cooke City, Montana. The Lamar has everything a family could need including a great kitchen for making memorable meals (I love to cook and found all the supplies I needed), ample space for hanging out with and without your family, and all the modern conveniences travelers expect (there's even Wifi). The dining area provided a wonderful start to the day with a cup of coffee and a gorgeous view of the mountains. The propane grill off the back deck made dinnertime easy. The bedrooms were spacious and the whole house was equipped like the finest hotel. Horseback riding, white water rafting and fabulous hikes are all a short drive away. If you're thinking about Yellowstone the Lamar Cabins should be your first choice!

From the owner: Many travelers have called Lamar Valley Cabins "Yellowstone's best kept secret."…read more Located less than one mile from Yellowstone Park in the tiny mountain village of Silver Gate, Montana, a stay at Lamar Valley Cabins is as if you've never left the park.

Stayed here with the family for a few days of our summer vacation. It was quite a disappointment…read more The only thing we could see from our "basement" cabin was an alley and a abandoned run down cabin next door. As soon as we walked in we could smell propane which made the kids want to leave before they got sick. We stuck it out as we didn't have options and it was late. Some 110 outlets did not work. The batteries were dead in a smoke detector so had to call them to bring batteries. Bedding smelled bad to the point that the kids layer clothes on bed to lay on top of. Would not stay here again.

From the owner: Grizzly Pad Cabins offers cabins including kitchens or kitchenettes for our visitors convenience…read more Our bedroom vacation rental includes hot tub, fire pit and grills. Close proximity to shops and restaurants. We are located just 4 miles from the NE entrance of Yellowstone National Park and 20 minutes from Lamar Valley.

We stayed in Gallatin for 4 nights. We were with two other families. When booking this house I was…read morea bit skeptical that it would not be sufficient for 8 people but we were pleasantly surprised it was good for 10 people. We had one outside bed in lower living room and needed an extra bed for my son. The staff was extremely friendly and helped us with a small foldable foam bed. House was well maintained and we had no complaints. One small suggestion would be if they could put out a garbage disposable outside or behind the house that can be easily identifiable. We initially struggled a bit to spot the garbage disposal box.

We rented the Buffalo Creek cabin (#420) for a week. We were having a family reunion, and there…read morewere 18 of us. The cabin was perfect for us, it has 5 bedrooms downstairs, and 3 upstairs. We had plenty of room for everyone. Of the 8 bedrooms, 6 have king size beds, and two of them have private full baths. There are 3 additional full baths for the others. The cabin itself is pretty new, so everything was clean and in working order. The location is very close to the west entrance to the park, and is convenient to downtown shops and restaurants. The kitchen had plenty of plates, silverware, pots and pans, etc. I was especially impressed with the quality of the pots and pans, very nice for a rental. The cabin also has a full sized washer and dryer, which was very convenient. The WIFI was available, but I have to say it is not very fast. Considering the location, this was not too surprising. There were no problems with billing, or unexpected charges. Overall a great choice for a large party, I highly recommend this location!

Location: This is a really great cabin off the US89 between Livingston and Gardiner. We used it as…read morea base for our Yellowstone Park explorations. It is in Emigrant a small town that boasts a great bakery and great BBQ in the warm season. To get to and from the Cabin you drive through the Chico Hot Springs Resort. In addition to hot springs Chico has a riding stable and adventure company for white water, scenic floats and hiking. This is nice if you don't want to drive to Gardiner some days. There is also a nice hike to a falls just up the road from the cabin. The cabin itself was excellent. We were there on some hot days and the cabin stayed cool if you closed the blinds as instructed. There was a full kitchen and while fussy cook husband might have wanted sharper knives for prep work he managed to make some fine meals. He also used the charcoal grill but the black flies were thick in the heat. Better him than me! Happily the long porch facing the stream is fully screened. No biting things there. The porch had a casual dining table and glider bench. The cabin had two bedrooms and one and a half baths. The half bath was in a utility room which included a washer and dryer. Priceless! There was also a comfy living room with two sofas and a glider chair. We never used the TV but it was there too. The cabin had wifi thankfully because there wasn't much cell reception. Basically it was a great place to get away, listen to the creek at night and relax.

Wonderful get away. No people, no problem. Walk to have a cocktail and a fine dinner. All the…read morepeople we did encounter were lovely. Highly recommend this best kept secret in Montana!!

A favorite stop for travelers, this place has a warm, cozy vibe with Southwestern décor and a stone…read morefireplace that makes you want to settle in. The town is tiny so hopefully tourists keep the afloat. The food is excellent, with standout items like the burgers and the jalapeño cornbread. Our Yellowstone tour group ate here twice--dinner and lunch--and we were happy both times. The night we visited for dinner, a three-piece "country" band was playing and added to the fun, lively atmosphere. The wild game chili and the bison brat sandwich were absolute standouts--both were generous portions and seriously delicious. Definitely a spot worth revisiting.

We stopped into Wonderland Cafe and it ended up being a great stop just outside the Roosevelt Arch…read moreentrance of Yellowstone. The town itself is quaint, and this felt like a perfect place to grab a bite before heading into the park. We ordered the wild game chili, which was really flavorful and hearty, along with the loaded tots, which were a fun addition to the meal. Inside, the space has great decor with local artwork that adds to the overall feel of the place. It felt welcoming and fit the area well. Overall, a great stop for us and a place I would recommend if you are heading into Yellowstone from this entrance.

I always bring friends and family here when they visit. The wranglers are professional, friendly…read moreand knowledgeable. Our last trip included a very nervous gentleman and a young child. The wranglers gave instruction, made sure it was understood and everyone was comfortable.We were all amazed at the breathtaking beauty and landmarks pointed out by our guide. Best horses, best wranglers, best price!!

Great Trail rides way up on the Mountain! Great Photo opportunity at the top. Super Friendly Staff…read moreand Awesome Horses!

We had a 7 day family reunion of 31 people. We rented the whole lodge and all the cabins. Cabins…read morewere clean and well appointed. The owner checked in with us everyday to make sure we were doing well. We hired a chef to cater our event. The kitchen had everything he needed. The location was great for visiting the park.

Excellent Lodge for a small or large family, or gathering of up to 40 people. The kitchen is huge…read moreand fabulous with all equipment, silverware and plates. Plenty of refrigerator and freezer space. Separate cabins with one or two beds. Outdoor porch with plenty of seating, a huge outdoor fireplace. Internally with the kitchen is a large dining room, an attached bar, and a room with a pool table. 10 miles east of the east entrance to Yellowstone. A nesting Osprey family at the end of the driveway. The stars at night are incredible.

We were looking forward to family time and spring skiing at Red Lodge Resort. The mountain chose…read moreto close a week early (thus ruining our chance to ski) and Red Lodge Reservations initiated contact with us even before the information was posted on the mountain's website. They went above and beyond to extend every option for us to either return at a different date or receive a refund. They have won our patronage. Thank you Red Lodge Reservations for excellent customer service - your caring attention turned our potential disaster into a wonderful experience.