Wandering Buffalo puts you within a 10-minute drive of Montana State University-Bozeman. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby kayaking, cross-country skiing and downhill skiing.
Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
The ELM - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Rocking R Bar - 14 min walk
Spitz - Bozeman - 5 min walk
Wild Crumb - 17 min walk
Bozeman Brewing Company - 13 min walk
Montana Ale Works - 8 min walk
About this property
Wandering Buffalo
Wandering Buffalo puts you within a 10-minute drive of Montana State University-Bozeman. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby kayaking, cross-country skiing and downhill skiing.
At a glance
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Hotel size
38 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee shop
What to do
Beach nearby
Free use of nearby fitness centre
Wildlife viewing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free bike hire
Facilities
Fireplace in reception
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 25 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs USD 20 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Wandering Buffalo Hotel
Wandering Buffalo Bozeman
Wandering Buffalo Hotel Bozeman
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Wandering Buffalo?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Wandering Buffalo?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 20 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wandering Buffalo?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Wandering Buffalo?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dotty's Casino (5-min drive) and Magic Diamond Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Wandering Buffalo and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, casino gaming and game viewing.
What's the area around Wandering Buffalo like?
Wandering Buffalo is a short 5-minute walk from Lindley Park and 14 minutes' walk from Andesite Mountain.
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Reviews
Wandering Buffalo Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Overall a great stay, location is close to downtown. Great place to stay if traveling with dogs, there is a park within walking distance from the hotel. Will definitely be staying there again when we are in the area.
Chase
Chase, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Apr 2026
Very clean establishment and equally friendly staff.
Joshua
Joshua, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
The staff was amazing!!
Jeffery
Jeffery, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
Very clean and staff was great
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
The staff was very friendly and attentive to our needs. the location was close to great restaurants and the nights were quiet and relaxing
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2025
Clean accommodation and friendly staff
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Good location, clean, new. Small but comfy rooms. Loved the decor. Common area was really nice! Dog friendly too, which is super nice. Parking was an additional $20 fee, which was annoying. Other than that, enjoyed my stay and would recommend!
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Beautiful place, great locations, super comfortable rooms, and the nicest people!
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Fun place to stay. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
The premises was clean and organized, and the room was thoughtfully decorated. Staff was polite and responsive and I must say...the towels were the softest I've had at a hotel!
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2025
Super cute place, amazing staff and very comfy beds! Will definitely stay here again.
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Nice property and rooms, delightful staff, easy walking distance yo good food and drink.
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Super cute hotel! Just a short walk to downtown Bozeman. Reasonably priced rooms. Super sweet interior design, and pet friendly! Just wish they had finished the renovation the gym and hottub - but it was ok because they were able to give us day-passes to a local gym which was awesome! Would stay here again for sure!
Austin
Austin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Jan 2026
Quiet and nice.
Lowell
Lowell, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
We loved this place so much! The location is great. The staff was amazing! Starting each morning with coffee from the barista right down the stairs while staring at the beautiful mountains was perfection!
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Friendly, warm welcoming staff. The room was spotless, comfortable and very cute! I will definitely stay here again
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2025
Very pleased with the accommodations, location, decor, staff. All great!
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Sept 2025
Cute brand new hotel clean and inviting furnishings.
Great location!
Debi
Debi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
A wonderful experience...room was extremely clean and comfortable, and our stay was very quiet. Staff is so friendly and the ambiance of the lobby, stairwells, and rooms was a rustic western. Beautiful place that we would definitely choose again if we get back to Bozeman in the future!
stephanie
stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2025
The hotel is conveniently located to lots of shops and restaurants. Also very clean!
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Sept 2025
Wonderful! Staff was very nice and check in was easy! Convenient location and loved the atmosphere!
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2025
Very courteous staff. Clean rooms !
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Sept 2025
Great customer service, clean room, pet-friendly, easy walk or bike ride to downtown. It’s recently renovated and the aesthetic of the property is great. Love the outdoor seating area.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2025
Clean and comfortable
Duane
Duane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2025
loved our short stay. staff was courteous. our hotel room was clean and comfy. loved the coziness of the whole hotel. phoenix the dog was sweet as could be. thanks for having us. will definitely be staying at the wandering buffalo next time we come.