What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Yellowstone National Park?

One of the benefits of staying at a motel around Yellowstone National Park is economical rates. This means more pennies in your wallet to visit some leading attractions. Often set near airports and highways, and with on-site parking, this property style is a popular option among road trippers. When you check in to a 3-star hotel, you'll get more than just an inviting room to sleep in. You'll also usually have access to amenities like business facilities and a lobby.

What 3-star hotels in Yellowstone National Park have an on-site restaurant?

Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park is a popular 3-star escape in Yellowstone National Park. With its convenient on-site restaurant, you can skip the hassle of searching for places to eat nearby.

What 3-star hotels in Yellowstone National Park have parking?

Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park is one 3-star Yellowstone National Park property with parking. Book a room here and you can effortlessly unload and load your bags without having to trek great distances. Searching for some sightseeing opportunities away from the city? Jump into your car and hit the highways. Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park South Entrance are popular day trip destinations from the centre of Yellowstone National Park.

3 Stars Hotels in Yellowstone National Park

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1. Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gardiner

Irakli

฿4,124 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, outdoor seating, and a flagpole.

2. Gray Wolf Inn & Suites

West Yellowstone

Seth

฿3,930 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A log cabin interior with a large bed, fireplace, wooden dining table, and kitchen area.

3. The Hibernation Station

West Yellowstone

Brian

A large building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a stone facade.

4. Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park

Canyon Village

Mindy

A rustic interior with wooden furniture, a bear sculpture, and mounted animal heads.

5. Antler Lodge - Gardiner MT

Gardiner

Andrew

A rustic wooden cabin with a dining sign, a large antler decoration, and a carriage outside.

6. 320 Guest Ranch

Gallatin Gateway

Isilizbeth

฿7,716 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A restaurant interior with a rock formation, antlers on the wall, and a counter with a person behind it.

7. Three Bear Lodge

West Yellowstone

blasimar

A hotel room with a bed, a leather sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

8. Yellowstone Park Hotel

West Yellowstone

Pradeep

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a colorful patterned carpet.

9. Holiday Inn West Yellowstone by IHG.

West Yellowstone

Somiya

฿4,945 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, modern furniture, and a visible fire feature.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Island Park Yellowstone

Island Park

Lucina

฿2,882 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building complex, roads, and a body of water.

11. Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins

Lake Village

LEONARDO

A lodge with a stone fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, a wooden deck, and a well-lit entrance.

12. Explorer Cabins At Yellowstone

West Yellowstone

Maude

฿6,701 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

13. Yellowstone Gateway Inn

Gardiner

Kady

฿3,272 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and string lights.

14. Blue Buffalo Resort

Island Park

Gary

฿4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Two cabins with a covered porch, set against a forested hillside.

15. Terra Nova Cabins

West Yellowstone

Sidharth

฿3,874 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden staircase with a railing, leading to a building entrance.

16. River Lodge

Island Park

Jeanne

฿3,427 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a patterned sofa, and a fireplace.

17. Jackson Lake Lodge

Moran

Robert

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and mountains.

18. Lake View Suites

West Yellowstone

liv

A two-story log cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

19. Timbers at Island Park Village Resort

Island Park

Jennifer

A large, multi-story lodge with a snow-covered roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by a snowy landscape.

20. WorldMark West Yellowstone

West Yellowstone

FELIX

฿10,244 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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Starlite Yellowstone, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

301 Madison Ave West Yellowstone MT

฿3,573

฿4,069 total

2 Dec - 3 Dec

includes taxes & fees

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Learn more about Yellowstone National Park

Geysers erupt on schedule at Old Faithful, while bison roam freely through valleys of steam and rainbow-colored hot springs. Hike the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone in early morning when wildlife is active and rangers know which boardwalks have fewer crowds.

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Gray Wolf Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The property is very clean. Our room could use new carpet, but it wasn't bad. The bathroom was also very clean. The staff was quite helpful. I miss the big wolf that was in the lobby though. The pool area is very clean and well maintained. Overall, this is our go-to place in West Yellowstone."

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Yellowstone National Park?

Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins - Inside the Park is a popular choice for many Expedia travellers in Yellowstone National Park. This 3-star hotel is located around 14 kilometres southeast of downtown.

How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Yellowstone National Park?

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Yellowstone National Park?

The big difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Yellowstone National Park is the quality of service and access to creature comforts. 3-star hotels are generally more pocket-friendly and offer the services and amenities you need to be comfortable, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, luxury bathroom products and extras like spa and wellness centres.

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1. Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2. Gray Wolf Inn & Suites

3. The Hibernation Station

4. Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park

5. Antler Lodge - Gardiner MT

6. 320 Guest Ranch

7. Three Bear Lodge

8. Yellowstone Park Hotel

9. Holiday Inn West Yellowstone by IHG.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Island Park Yellowstone

11. Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins

12. Explorer Cabins At Yellowstone

13. Yellowstone Gateway Inn

14. Blue Buffalo Resort

15. Terra Nova Cabins

16. River Lodge

17. Jackson Lake Lodge

18. Lake View Suites

19. Timbers at Island Park Village Resort

20. WorldMark West Yellowstone

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