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Wandering Buffalo

2.0 star property
Hotel near Montana State University-Bozeman in Bozeman

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Terrace/patio
Coffee shop
Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1200 E Main St, Bozeman, MT, 59715
  • The ELM
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Montana State University-Bozeman
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Museum of the Rockies
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bozeman, MT (BZN-Bozeman Yellowstone Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bozeman

Close to airport.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lindley Park and Bozeman Public Library. Also, Bozeman Sculpture Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Andesite Mountain is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bozeman Deaconess Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The ELM - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Montana State University-Bozeman - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Museum of the Rockies - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rocking R Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brigade - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Crystal Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Co-op Downtown - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Wandering Buffalo

Hotel near Montana State University-Bozeman in Bozeman
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wandering Buffalo also features a garden and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Wandering Buffalo was completed in June 2025.

This Bozeman hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Wandering Buffalo offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 75 per stay)
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 75 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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Wandering Buffalo Bozeman
Wandering Buffalo Hotel Bozeman

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wandering Buffalo to the airport?

Wandering Buffalo is 12 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wandering Buffalo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wandering Buffalo.

Does Wandering Buffalo offer free breakfast?

Wandering Buffalo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wandering Buffalo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Dotty's Casino (5-min drive) and Magic Diamond Casino (7-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Wandering Buffalo?

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

Is there free parking at Wandering Buffalo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per day.

Does Wandering Buffalo have a pool?

Wandering Buffalo does not have a pool.

Does Wandering Buffalo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Wandering Buffalo to downtown Bozeman?

Wandering Buffalo is 1.1 mi away from Bozeman.

Wandering Buffalo Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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