Wyoming is known for its wide-open spaces and soaring mountain ranges, from the Big Horns to the Tetons, as well as being home to two of the country’s most spectacular national parks, Grand Teton and Yellowstone. It also boasts historic towns that will take you back to the Wild West where you can learn about characters like Buffalo Bill and Calamity Jane. The landscapes naturally provide opportunities for countless outdoor adventures, from hiking, horseback riding and fly fishing to skiing, boarding, and snowshoeing. Whatever the goal is for your vacation, you’ll find an ideal base among the state’s top resorts, hotels, and ranches.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences - Jackson Hole
One of the top luxury hotels in the United States, Four Seasons Jackson Hole is a sprawling resort complex in Teton Village, with the slopes just steps away from the lobby doors. It boasts sweeping Grand Teton vistas in a ski-in, ski-out location about a 20-minute drive from downtown Jackson Hole. The lifts for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort are next door, ideal for skiers, but everything from hiking, biking, whitewater rafting and golfing to helicopter rides to Yellowstone National Park can be enjoyed from here. All rooms come with balconies featuring either meadow or mountain views and there’s a fabulous in-house spa with outdoor whirlpools for relaxation year-round along with three restaurants, a bar, and a huge fitness center.
Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa - Jackson Hole
Surrounded by the Grand Tetons, a stay at Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa provides access to Jackson Hole’s myriad of recreational activities, incredible wildlife viewing and the Western spirit of romance. A popular mountain hotel in wintertime, it offers a laid-back vibe mixed with western flair and alpine luxury with all suites featuring stone gas fireplaces, kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs. Book a two or three-bedroom suite for a terrace where you can sip your morning coffee and evening wine while gazing out at views of the slopes too. After a day of play, relax in the spa or head to the rooftop hot tub to take in even more spectacular vistas.
The Lodge at Jackson Hole - Jackson Hole
The Lodge at Jackson Hole offers lots of amenities at a reasonable price for Jackson Hole, especially outside of the busy summer and winter seasons. It includes a year-round indoor-outdoor heated pool and hot tub, plus an indoor soaking tub and sauna along with a fitness center and complimentary shuttle service to downtown Jackson, just a mile away. The lodge-style accommodations include large flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, iHome docks, and Keurig coffeemakers with Starbucks coffee – some have cozy fireplaces too. The property also offers an outstanding breakfast buffet, box lunches, and fireside dinners.
Amangani - Jackson Hole
The legendary Amangani is considered one of the world’s top mountain resorts, providing an idyllic Rocky Mountain hideaway for those who want to enjoy tranquil luxury with a Zen-like feel throughout. The generously sized rooms feature luxurious details like cowhide chairs, king-size platform beds and deep soaking tubs with mountain views. You can open up your sliding doors that lead to a private deck with sweeping vistas of the Snake River Range and the Teton Range that will truly take your breath away. Enjoy decadent treatments at the spa, local ranch cuisine at The Grill, and extraordinary service with staff that gets to know every guest by name.
Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa - Dubois
Tucked into the Rockies about 60 miles from Yellowstone National Park, Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa offers a quiet escape surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery. Think outdoor adventure mixed with 5-star service at this 100-year-old lodge with both rooms and individual cabins available. All offer those dazzling vistas along with wood-burning stoves to cozy up to at the end of the day, which might include everything from trail rides to canoeing and hiking in the summer, or snowshoeing, ice fishing, skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. One of the best wilderness lodges in the U.S., it’s all inclusive with all meals, many activities, and access to a lavish spa included.
Paradise Guest Ranch - Buffalo
Located in northern Wyoming at the foot of some of the tallest mountains in the Big Horn range just west of Buffalo, Paradise Guest Ranch dates back to 1907, offering the ultimate destination vacation for horse and fly fishing enthusiasts. Enjoy rides into the national forest and Cloud Peak Wilderness Area as well as expert-led fly-fishing excursions. Accommodation is in simple cabins, all of which have kitchenettes, some include fireplaces too. There’s also a pool where you can enjoy swimming with a fabulous mountain backdrop.
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch - Saratoga
The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch is a luxury all-inclusive guest ranch surrounded by peaks like Elk Mountain, the Snowy Range Mountains and the Sierra Madre Mountains. Named the top resort in the country by multiple publications, including Travel + Leisure, it offers the romance of the Wild West with a wealth of activities at your doorstep. In the winter that includes skiing and boarding with just 12 others out on the mountain at any time. During the warmer months, come to learn the art of fly fishing, practice yoga and horseback ride across 50 miles of the property’s trails. Relaxing spa treatments and unforgettable dining can be enjoyed while accommodation is spread across high-end log cabins, rooms, and cabin suites.
Buffalo Bill's Irma Hotel - Cody
Buffalo Bill Cody built and named this nearly 120-year-old hotel for his daughter Irma. One of the most recognizable buildings in Cody, locals and tourists both come to watch the nightly Wild Bunch Gunfighters in the summer and enjoy its famous prime rib dinner buffet. The room-long Cherrywood bar, gifted to Buffalo Bill by Queen Victoria, is always a popular spot for a drink or even just a look. While the rooms are basic, the experience is not – it’s ideal for those who want to step back in time to the Old West, and perhaps encounter a lingering spirit or two.
Grand Targhee Resort - Alta
Grand Targhee is a ski resort and lodge offering slopeside accommodation in budget-friendly rooms, homes, townhomes, and condos. Take advantage of the deep powder for skiing, fat biking, snowshoeing, and more while escaping the crowds. In the summer, opportunities include everything from a bike park, hiking and scenic chair lift rides to horseback riding, disc golf, float trips and whitewater rafting. Guests have access to a resort shuttle, heated outdoor saltwater pool, hot tub, and exercise facilities too.
Occidental Hotel - Buffalo
For those who want to delve into the Wild West, the historic Occidental Hotel is right on main street Buffalo, established back in 1879. Once considered mostly a haven for rustlers and renegades, many well-known characters spent time here. A stay at the hotel means following in the footsteps of names like Buffalo Bill, Calamity Jane, Butch Cassidy and President Teddy Roosevelt. Enjoy outstanding dining on-site, occasional live music and themed rooms named after its famous guests.
Lost Creek Ranch & Spa - Moose
Tucked between Grand Teton National Park and the Bridger-Teton National Forest about 20 miles north of Jackson, Lost Creek Ranch & Spa is a world-class, family-friendly resort providing outdoor adventures and luxurious comforts. The lodge and cabins offer breathtaking views of the Grand Tetons, with the larger cabins featuring kitchenettes and gas fireplaces. There’s a kid’s club, a full-service spa, hot tub, saunas, heated swimming pool, and a wide range of activities, including wrangler led horseback riding excursions and scenic float trips. Western cookouts are included along with family-style meals in the dining room.
Vee Bar Guest Ranch - Laramie
Vee Bar is a historic riverside guest ranch offering log cabin accommodation ideal for a family vacation. Some sit right alongside the river, and all include porches for relaxing in the fresh mountain air. It operates as a guest ranch throughout the warmer months with a focus on horseback riding, along with activities like river tubing, fishing, hiking, herding cattle, and hayrides. The rest of the year it’s a B&B with skiing and snowmobiling nearby.
Red Rock Ranch - Jackson Hole
Red Rock Ranch is just outside of Jackson Hole in the town of Kelly, providing a perfect base for horseback rides and fly fishing, with a two-mile stretch of the Crystal River running right through the property. The outstanding kid’s program offers everything from horseback riding lessons to scavenger hunts. The mouthwatering ranch cuisine includes gourmet dinners and BBQs, while lodging is provided in authentic Western log cabins with wood-burning stoves.
Moose Head Ranch - Grand Teton National Park
One of the few accommodations in Grand Teton National Park and a top dude ranch in Wyoming, Moose Head Ranch is the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature while disconnecting from the chaos of the modern world as there are no electronics here. It’s the last privately owned guest ranch in the park, with a focus on family vacations. You’ll be able to head out with an expert wrangler on the trails for private rides while learning about the area’s history and watching for the myriad of wildlife like elk, buffalo, and bald eagles. Cabins include modern amenities, most offer fabulous views of the Tetons. Ranch dining is impressive and there are weekly cookouts too.
