Absaroka Mountain Lodge
Fred Garlow, a grandson of Wild West showman Buffalo Bill Cody, used to own this historic lodge that dates from 1910. Cabin No. 2 is the best bet for travelers seeking deluxe accommodations. Guests can take pleasure in the cabin's rustic atmosphere while still enjoying the comforts of a small kitchen (microwave and refrigerator are optional), a sitting area with sofa bed, and two bathrooms. The house has two bedrooms with a queen-size bed in one and a bunk bed with two queen-size mattresses in the other.
Absaroka Mountain Lodge
1231 Northfork Highway
Cody, WY 82414
(307) 587-3963
absarokamtlodge.com
Old Faithful Inn
This is the most requested of all of the lodges inside the park, so potential guests should book their stay as early as possible. The lodge gets its name from its proximity to the Old Faithful Geyser and it is listed as a national historic landmark. Visitors wanting deluxe lodging should opt for one of the suites. They include a private bathroom, sitting room, refrigerator and two queen-size beds in the bedroom.
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
PO Box 165
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
(307) 344-7901
yellowstonenationalparklodges.com
Yellowstone Suites Inn
Built in 1904 from leftover rock used in the construction of the Roosevelt Arch, this three-story bed and breakfast is in a quiet neighborhood next to the Yellowstone River. Visitors are offered garden or mountain views, depending on their preference. The inn's top offering is the Yellowstone Suite, which features a queen-size bed, spacious window seat with a view of Electric Peak, kitchenette, 22-inch flat screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player, and a private bath complete with clawfoot tub. Guests can enjoy a hearty, hot breakfast before spending the day exploring the park or even take a breakfast to go.
Yellowstone Suites Inn
S. 4th St.
Gardiner, MT 59030
(800) 948-7937
yellowstonesuites.com
Article Written By John E. Roper
John E. Roper is a freelance writer who has written articles for "The Arizona Republic," "The Daily Oklahoman," and several other newspapers and digital platforms over the past two decades. His play, "When I Was Five," has been produced in three countries. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English literature from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1985.
