Nestled near Yellowstone National Park, The Bucking Moose offers a cozy retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi, and take advantage of concierge services to plan your next adventure. With free self parking and an on-site ATM, this inn is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Yellowstone Historic Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Yellowstone Park Zipline - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) - 5 min drive
Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 106 min drive
Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) - 179 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
The Buffalo Bar - 3 min walk
Wild West Pizzeria - 7 min walk
Firehole Bar-B-Que - 4 min walk
Hanks Chop Shop - 4 min walk
About this property
The Bucking Moose
When you stay at The Bucking Moose, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Yellowstone National Park and Yellowstone Park West Entrance. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Romance packages
Facilities
ATM/banking
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
The Bucking Moose Inn
The Bucking Moose West Yellowstone
The Bucking Moose Inn West Yellowstone
Frequently asked questions
Does The Bucking Moose offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Bucking Moose does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Bucking Moose?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Bucking Moose?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bucking Moose?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Bucking Moose and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, ecotours, and hunting.
What's the area around The Bucking Moose like?
The Bucking Moose is a short 19-minute walk from Yellowstone Park West Entrance and 19 minutes' walk from Yellowstone National Park.
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The Bucking Moose Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
West Yellowstone Best Cabin
Great location
Every detail was address
Easy access with codes
Super clean
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Great Location and Comfortable Stay
Very comfortable lodging at an affordable pricing. Great location, simple access and check-in process. Nice in room amenities.
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
my family and I stayed here while visiting Yellowstone! It was a great place to stay close to the park!
Jade
Jade, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Iconic place to stay.
Salvador
Salvador, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
This is basic accommodation that is done well (efficient check-in, clean room, etc).
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Wolf Suite 1 was a great place. But it is right on the street. I would absolutely stay there again
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Quaint and convenient
Todd
Todd, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Excellent, friendly staff, comfortable and quintessential cute room.
Angelo
Angelo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Very nice cabins in town.
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Nice cozy place. Parking wasn't the best.
Thomas
Thomas, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
The cabin was great for our family. Plenty of space for all 6 of us. Close to everything in West Yellowstone making it very walkable. Kitchen offered all the necessities to cook and eat at the cabin.
Allyce
Allyce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Well appointed and clean. Just as pictured.
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Neat cozy rustic room& comfortable bedding. Convenient keyless entry prompt replies to questions.
Fridge microwave coffee maker with K- cups and sweeteners and powder creamer. Real coffee cups and 2 wine glasses.
Location in W. Yellowstone close walking distance to restaurants, shops restaurants grocery gas stations and Yellowstone park entery.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Short walks to all dining or other activities. No need to drive other than through the park itself. Stayed in Lynx room #7. Small but clean and nice comfy king bed. Parked ten feet from the door.
Donald
Donald, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Loved our stay here! Very cozy and accommodating.
Amber
Amber, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2024
Small but comfortable cabin in a great location.
Danilo
Danilo, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 19, 2024
Good location.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 29, 2025
Exorbitantly overpriced and tiny
Room was clean. Bathroom beyond tiny. Property fee was ridiculously expernsive - $219 for three nights on top of $172.10 for the room per night. Definitely in no way worth $245.10 per night in the peak of offseason. Read the fine print
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
This place was beautiful! The room was clean and spacious and exactly what we needed for our stay in west yellowstone
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
This property was perfect for our vacation. The cabin worked well for us with proximity to the oark and dining options
Deborah
Deborah, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
We had a great stay at The Bucking Moose. Very clean, comfortable and close to shops and restaurants. Will definitely stay there again.
Lynn
Lynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
The accommodation is beautiful and very cozy, not fancy but a perfect location for going into the park and surrounding areas. Lots of good restaurants close by. we enjoyed 3 nights.
Edija
Edija, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Perfect for what we needed. Close to attractions, clean, great parking , and extra amenities. Bed was also very comfortable.
Julian
Julian, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 4, 2025
Overpriced for what you get
Not what I expected based on the pictures. It was in the 20's while there and the floors are freezing. They need some rugs. The bathroom was not level so it effected everything. Needed a stove in it for cooking. No comfortable sitting area. The cabins are basically in a small paved parking lot. I would not stay or advise anyone to stay there.
Ronald
Ronald, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Its a real cute property and rhe rooms are very spacious. The 2 complaints i did have beds are to small and uncomfortable and the tv dir trying to relax is way to small.