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Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone

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Great room of lodge
Lodge in Winter
Great room of lodge
Bedroom #1
Loft Bedroom #2-- accessed through the first bedroom.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
NZ$371
avg per night

Explore the area

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Cody, WY
  • Place, Buffalo Bill State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Buffalo Bill Reservoir
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Buffalo Bill Dam
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cody, WY (COD-Yellowstone Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Great Room

2 Single Beds

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
The current price is NZ$371
avg per night

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About this property

Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone

This spacious lodge on the Wapiti Valley Ranch is located in the Wapiti Valley, halfway between Cody, Wyoming and the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park. Teddy Roosevelt once called the highway between Cody and Yellowstone as the “most scenic 52 miles in America”. Situated very near the highway, 30 miles from the East Gate, and 22 miles from Cody, the Lodge is an ideal home base for exploring the area.

Guests enter into the great room with a rustic seating area, a day bed with trundle, and a dining area. The commercial-sized kitchen is fully equipped and opens into the great room. The single bathroom in the lodge is behind the kitchen. Upstairs there are two bedrooms each with a full-sized bed, dresser, and seating. One bedroom is a loft open to the great room and is accessible only through the first bedroom.

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone on 18 June 2026 start from NZ$371, 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.

How much is parking at Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shoshone National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Buffalo Bill Reservoir and Buffalo Bill State Park. Buffalo Bill Dam and Buffalo Bill Cody Stampede Arena are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Western Lodge in Wapiti Valley near Yellowstone Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Views are wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay

We had a great stay and the view from the front porch is fantastic. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gretchen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun cabin in a great location

We really enjoyed our stay. Great location near Yellowstone. The kids got a kick out of the loft bedroom. Fun place for a family gathering and the hosts were very gracious!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wapiti Ranch Lodge

Great rustic cabin and endless sights. Host made sure we had all we needed. Would stay again and great access to Yellowstone.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous For a Family

This property was a fabulous place for us to stay as a family of 5. There was enough room for all of us, the kitchen was nice to prepare meals for on the go. Yvonne and Doug were great and offered great suggestions for activities to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

Awesome location, very relaxing just sitting on the front porch and taking in the majestic mountain view. The cabin was very clean , large and everything we needed for our 8 day stay. We visited Yellowstone and the scenic drive approximately 30 miles to the east entrance was beautiful. We also visited Cody which was a bonus with the Beautiful Buffalo Bill Dam and State Park plus lots to see in town. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to everyone whose looking for an amazing vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and spacious

Our family of 6 stayed very comfortably at the Lodge while we visited Yellowstone. Our hosts were very gracious and accommodating, bringing us an air mattress so kids didn’t have to sleep next to each other. This would make a great location for a larger group or family reunion as the kitchen is HUFE and the living area provide a great open space for a large gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hoard

It was GREAT
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

The lodge is located on a vast parcel of property. It seems to be one of 4 rentals available for people. It’s an old camp- the lodge specifically was probably the kitchen. If your family is comfortable with rustic this is a great value. Was a perfect to start our days from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellowstone off the beaten path

Experience Yellowstone like a local and stay at Yvonne and Doug's ranch. The location is prime to go anywhere in the park. Yvonne is just a text/email away. Doug had lots of tips for restaurants and activities. The lodge was perfect for 4 adults and the large kitchen and dining area are perfect to relax after a day out on the trails. The piano ( slightly out of tune) was the cherry on top the cake. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Wonderful location! Yvonne was very welcoming and gave s very helpful advice on visiting Yellowstone and local dining. Lodge was very clean and comfortable! Visitors should, however, be advised that this lodge has a large commercial-type kitchen which is a bit unwieldy. Very small bathroom downstairs, none upstairs where bedrooms are located. No TV available, DVD player connected to TV. We did, however, have very pleasant stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Very small bathroom

good for a couple fisherman or hunters
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true gem

Yvonne’s place is wonderful. A spacious, clean cabin on a gorgeous ranch. The hosts are extremely welcoming and accommodating. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Randall L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good Stay

Good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wapiti Lodge

Overall experience was great. The views from the Lodge are amazing. The bathroom was a little small, but the rest of the Lodge was great.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ranch stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the ranch! The porch views were amazing and the country around it so peaceful and beautiful. The lodge had the perfect cowboy vibe for our trip. We were able to visit Yellowstone many days and it is not far from Cody where we had a blast at the rodeo! It appears as it is online, the only tricky part was the one bathroom. The kitchen was huge and great for preparing dinners. Doug was very helpful and a delightful host. I highly recommend the lodge for a perfect ranch stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation fun

It was above and beyond
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Great location. Very quiet. Only a short drive to Cody and Yellowstone. Owners were very responsive to any needs or concerns. Loved the log cabin lodge “feel” of the property. If in the area, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lodge

We soo enjoyed our stay. The Kappelmans made it very easy to access our lodge as we arrived late in the evening. Nice 2 story with beds up and down. All the necessary amenities including washer and dryer, with a rustic mountain atmosphere inside and out!Great location too, 30 min to Yellowstone East entrance. Thank you Mr and Mrs Kappelman.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sunsets/sunrises

We enjoyed our stay here. It was just the right distance from Yellowstone and the owners were great. The sunrises and sunsets were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cabin was in the perfect location between Cody and Yellowstone.

The cabin was in a great location. Yvonne and Doug went above and beyond helping us with our accommodations and planning our trip to Yellowstone.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location!!! If you prefer to stay away from crowds. Property owners are great. No problems at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully remote but easy to get to everything

It was very comfortable yet rustic. We loved the location in the hills and the lack of light pollution. Yellowstone is close though of course still a bit of a drive. The place is quite large and the sleeping areas are a little unusual but they are comfortable and everyone had some privacy. There’s only one half bath on the first floor so don’t be surprised. We’d stay here again if visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Doug and Yvonne were wonderful hosts. The cabin was in a great location for activities in the area and at Yellowstone. We had a great trip and would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lodge

2nd stay with Yvonne and Doug, great people always ready to help and very friendly. we love their property in Wapiti.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021