15 Best Places to Stay in and Around Yellowstone for Great Park Access and Beautiful Views

"The country's first national park is arguably the most iconic, with beautiful hot springs, geysers, and abundant wildlife, including grizzly bears and bison. Yellowstone National Park spans over 3,400 square miles across three states; you can't expect to see it all in a day, so you'll need a home base. Staying inside the park is the most convenient option, but most on-site lodgings are pretty basic and only open during the warmer months."

"Booking a room at a nearby resort gives you more luxurious accommodations, better dining options, and extra amenities such as spas. And if you're wondering whether it's better to stay by the north or west entrance, bear in mind that the north entrance is open year-round, while the west entrance is closer to Old Faithful. To help you weigh up the pros and cons, we've assembled a list of the best places to stay in Yellowstone National Park or within easy driving distance."

Yellowstone contains hot springs, geysers, and abundant wildlife such as grizzly bears and bison across over 3,400 square miles spanning three states. Visitors cannot see the entire park in a day and require a home base. Staying inside the park offers convenience but most on-site lodgings are basic and operate only during warmer months. Nearby resorts provide more luxurious accommodations, varied dining, and amenities like spas. The north entrance remains open year-round while the west entrance is closer to Old Faithful. Several in-park properties and nearby hotels offer different styles, from rustic cabins to historic hotels.

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