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Best Western Desert Inn

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Yellowstone Park West Entrance in West Yellowstone

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A spacious living room with a large leather sofa, a smaller armchair, and a coffee table. There are multiple windows providing natural light, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a bed with a white headboard, and a desk with a chair.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and various appliances including a coffee machine, toaster, and refrigerator.
A hotel with a covered parking area and multiple cars parked.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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133 North Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, MT, 59758
  • Place, West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Yellowstone Park West Entrance
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Oversized Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench at the foot of the bed, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

West Yellowstone

In West Yellowstone .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this well-placed hotel, you'll find Yellowstone Park West Entrance and Yellowstone National Park. West Yellowstone Town Park and Westgate Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • West Yellowstone Town Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Museum of the Yellowstone - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yellowstone Park West Entrance - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hanks Chop Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wild West Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Buffalo Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Firehole Bar-B-Que - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Desert Inn

Hotel near Yellowstone Park West Entrance in West Yellowstone
Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours and an area shuttle are free. An indoor pool, a vending machine, and an ATM are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Desert Inn. Free self parking is available.

This West Yellowstone hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Desert Inn offers 74 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This West Yellowstone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle available during limited hours
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Desert
Best Western Desert Inn
Best Western Desert Inn West Yellowstone
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Best Western Desert Hotel West Yellowstone
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Best Western Desert Inn West Yellowstone
Best Western Desert Inn Hotel West Yellowstone

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Desert Inn to the airport?

Best Western Desert Inn is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the West Yellowstone, MT (WYS-Yellowstone) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Desert Inn?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Desert Inn on Nov 3, 2026 start from $120, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Desert Inn have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Desert Inn offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

Does Best Western Desert Inn offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Desert Inn offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western Desert Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Desert Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Desert Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Desert Inn have a pool?

Best Western Desert Inn features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Desert Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Desert Inn to downtown West Yellowstone?

Best Western Desert Inn is 0.2 mi away from West Yellowstone.

Best Western Desert Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for three days; the breakfast was quite tasty, the staff were very friendly, and it offered great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 night's stay, wonderful staying experience, breakfast was good with options of hot and cold options, and our room was always tidy when we return from Yellowstone. Grandkids enjoyed the indoor pool every day after long trip from Yellowstone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had stayed in several hotels on our vacation from the Tetons up into Yellowstone. This hotel was the best. It was super clean and breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near yellowstone west entrance! Breakfast was the same every morning but still ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast is great, staff is friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast menu. Good clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for West Yellowstone Entrance. Good breakfast and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfiest beds and very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest best rooms and comfey beds, pool was great! Breakfast was truely the BEST I HAVE EVER HAD IN A MOTEL/Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was close to West Entrance and to all food/shopping area. Room could have been cleaner. Hotel was family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff are so friednly and helpful. Breakfast has good variety. Ample parking. It's right outside of the Yellowstone west entrance. My family had very good stay and rest during our yellowsone trip. Definitely recommending it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay for visiting west Yellowstone entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and in good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at the front desk and at the breakfast area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location...very good breakfast...very clean...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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