Yellowstone Hotels Inside the Park Complete 2025 Lodging Guide
🏨 Quick Booking Information
Historic Lodges - America's Crown Jewels
🔥 Old Faithful Inn - Most Requested Lodge
Built in 1904, this National Historic Landmark stands as the crown jewel of Yellowstone's accommodations. The world's largest log structure offers unparalleled access to Old Faithful geyser, literally steps from your room.
📞 Reservations: 307-344-7311 | Front Desk: 307-545-4601
🏠 Address: 3200 Old Faithful Inn Rd, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190
🛏️ Rooms: 327 rooms | 💰 Rates: $200-$600+ per night
🌐 Website: yellowstonenationalparklodges.com
This architectural marvel features rustic log construction, a soaring 76-foot lobby ceiling, and massive stone fireplaces. The lobby's electric lighting was specially designed to resemble candlesticks, maintaining the historic ambiance while providing modern comfort.
🏔️ Lake Yellowstone Hotel - Elegant Lakefront Luxury
The oldest operating hotel in the park (built 1891), Lake Yellowstone Hotel offers refined colonial elegance on the shores of Yellowstone Lake. This Historic Hotels of America property combines old-world charm with stunning lake views.
📞 Reservations: 307-344-7311
💰 Starting Rates: $340+ per night
🍽️ Dining: Dining room opens June 27th, 2025 (post-renovation)
🌐 Website: yellowstonenationalparklodges.com
The hotel's colonial revival architecture and bright yellow exterior make it unmistakable against the lake's backdrop. Recently renovated dining facilities will reopen in summer 2025 with enhanced culinary offerings.
Modern Comfort Lodges
🏕️ Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Newly Renovated
The park's largest accommodation with 520 recently renovated rooms. The new Hayden wing and multiple lodge buildings offer modern amenities in a spectacular canyon setting near the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.
📞 Reservations: 307-344-7311
🛏️ Rooms: 520 total rooms across multiple buildings
📍 Location: Near Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
✨ Features: Completely renovated with modern amenities
🦌 Roosevelt Lodge Cabins - Authentic Western Experience
For those seeking an authentic Old West experience, Roosevelt Lodge offers rustic cabins, some dating back to the 1920s. This lodge embodies the spirit of President Theodore Roosevelt's conservation legacy.
📞 Reservations: 307-344-7311
🛏️ Cabins: 80 rustic cabins
🐎 Special Experience: Old West Cookout - $94 for 2-hour horseback dinner
🏇 Activities: Horseback riding from Roosevelt Corral
❄️ Old Faithful Snow Lodge - Winter Access
The only lodge in the park's interior open year-round, Snow Lodge provides access to Yellowstone's winter wonderland. Winner of the Cody Award for Western Design, it combines rustic charm with modern comfort.
📞 Reservations: 307-344-7311
❄️ Winter Rates: Lodge room with 2 queens: $305
⛷️ Activities: Ski/snowshoe rentals available on-site
🚌 Transportation: Bozeman shuttle available in winter
Essential Booking Tips
💡 Expert Booking Strategies
- Book Early: Reservations open 13 months ahead—set calendar reminders
- Call for Same-Day: 307-344-7901 for last-minute availability
- Flexibility Helps: Consider weeknight stays for better availability
- Shoulder Seasons: May and September offer fewer crowds and lower rates
- Cancellation Lists: Ask to be placed on waiting lists for preferred dates
Why Stay Inside the Park?
- Unmatched Access: Walk to geysers, wildlife viewing at dawn/dusk
- Historic Experience: Stay in National Historic Landmarks
- No Commute: Save 1-2 hours daily vs. gateway towns
- Dining Options: Multiple restaurants and casual dining on-site
- Park Activities: Guided tours, ranger programs, equipment rentals
Additional Park Lodging Resources
- Main Booking Site: yellowstonenationalparklodges.com
- Historic Hotels: Historic Hotels of America listings
- National Park Service: Official lodging information
- Reviews & Photos: TripAdvisor visitor reviews
Rates and availability subject to change. Contact lodges directly for most current information. Last updated: September 2025.
- Reservations: 888-297-2757 (Xanterra Parks & Resorts)
- Same-Day Availability: 307-344-7901
- Booking Window: Opens 13 months in advance on the 5th of each month
- Total Park Hotels: 9 lodges with 2,000+ rooms