The Bucking Moose

3.5 star property
Inn with free parking, near Yellowstone Park West Entrance

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Exterior
Cowboy Cabin #10 | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Cowboy Cabin #10 | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Cowboy Cabin #10 | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Badger Room #3

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Rabbit Room #8

Highlights

Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cowboy Cabin #10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bobcat Room #4

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Chipmunk Room #5

Highlights

Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Lynx Room #7

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Loft #2

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Squirrel Suite #9

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Gopher Room #6

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moose Cabin #14

Highlights

Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Elk Cabin #12

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Bear Cabin #13

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Wolf Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Bison Cabin #11

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
220 Firehole Ave, West Yellowstone, MT, 59758

What's nearby

  • 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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Running Bear Pancake House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Firehole Bar-B-Que - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Bucking Moose

Inn near Yellowstone Park West Entrance
Located close to Yellowstone National Park, The Bucking Moose has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • ATM/banking services
Room features
All guest rooms at The Bucking Moose boast comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Bucking Moose Inn
The Bucking Moose West Yellowstone
The Bucking Moose Inn West Yellowstone

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bucking Moose pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Bucking Moose?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bucking Moose?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bucking Moose?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bucking Moose located?

Situated in the mountains, this inn is within 1 mile (2 km) of West Yellowstone Town Park, Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. Great Whirligig and Gallatin National Forest are also within 5 minutes.

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The Bucking Moose Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 192 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, well maintained, easy to access, quiet, good night sleep. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location with lots of amenities within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koreen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Bucking Moose, such a cute place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location. The cabin was perfect. Really clean and organized. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
my family and I stayed here while visiting Yellowstone! It was a great place to stay close to the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVED the Bison Cabin we stayed in. Had everything we needed. Easy check-in/check-out, super convenient to shopping and dining, as well as a short drive to Yellowstone and West Yellowstone airport. I would definitely stay at the Bucking Moose on my next trip to Montana!! Great staff, and very well kept
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The no contact check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bucking Moose felt clean, staff was around cleaning and maintaining the plants - very friendly. Communication was quick and easy. A short walk to downtown and short drive to Yellowstone park entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is basic accommodation that is done well (efficient check-in, clean room, etc).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wolf Suite 1 was a great place. But it is right on the street. I would absolutely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabins in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Argelio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the hotel expecting good air conditioning, multiple beds, a proper kitchen as all of this was shown in the pictures of the hotel. But when we arrived there was only one bed, a small air conditioner that did not cool the room, no kitchen just a microwave and an overall small room. We asked the staff what they could do about the air conditioning and they said they could not do anything but told just to open the windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! Very cozy and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

NANCY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but comfortable cabin in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed. Close to attractions, clean, great parking , and extra amenities. Bed was also very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is definitely prime. It’s 5 minutes to Yellowstone park entrance & even in the long line, people let you in. This rustic cabin vibe is very small. My husband is 6’6 & the shower/toilet space is not ideal. It’s just a really small space. The water pressure in the shower is like a soft rain, although it does get hot! The A/C unit in the cabin is louder than a jet & hooks up to the back window. Plus it takes up a good amount of space in this already tiny room. Again, not ideal if conversations are to be had. It’s really, really loud. If you’re looking for a bed, cramped toilet & small shower while seeing the park, The Bucking Moose is central to all the great starred restaurants & T-shirt shops to walk to. After driving all day, it’s nice to walk to dinner. If you’re above average in size, this space is really small; especially the bathroom. Think tiny house. It’s clean, stocked with Costco Kirkland coffee & bottled water & has clean bedding. Definitely convenient. Just wish it was a little bigger with more updated AC units. The grounds have gorgeous flowers! The parking has a handful of spots in front of each cabin door but slots are narrow with tree roots breaking through the concrete & others park over the line with no rules or etiquette enforced. I’d stay again but not sure the husband could.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at The Bucking Moose. Very clean, comfortable and close to shops and restaurants. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for our vacation. The cabin worked well for us with proximity to the oark and dining options
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024