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Montana is nicknamed ‘Big Sky Country’ with good reason. This state is all about wide open spaces and dramatic skylines with a countryside ranging from the jagged Rocky Mountains to the vast Great Plains. It is also home to America's first National Park. Towns still retain a frontier spirit - after all, here was the site of one of the 19th century’s gold rushes. Our selection of the best places to stay in Montana helps you get the best out of the state’s magnificent sights.
Hiking, fishing and wildlife-watching are just some of the activities you can do in Glacier National Park, bordered by the Rockies. Here you’ll find iridescent-coloured lakes (such as St Mary Lake), the colour due to the suspension of particles of glacial rock in the water. Drive up Logan Pass, if you dare, the highest navigable part of the Park with stupendous views. Watch out for grizzlies, too, which you can also spy - along with bison, wolves and elks, plus amazing geysers and hot springs - in Yellowstone National Park.
Montana’s other must-see sights include the Little Bighorn Battlefield in The Crow (Apsalooke) Indian Reservation, where General George Custer made his famous ‘last stand’.
Montana State University's museum with its dinosaur exhibits, early Native American art and laser planetarium shows is another must.
State capital Helena, known as the ‘Queen City of the Rockies’ with the boom brought on by the 1864 gold strike, boasts grand architecture, numerous museums and historic sites as well as a busy cultural events calendar, great restaurants and microbreweries.
Alternatively, Miles City remains a true Western town with ‘miles’ of plains and badlands stretching out in all directions.
So, decide which outdoor activity you fancy doing and then browse our choice of the best places to stay in Montana to plan your trip.
For families
- No excuse for getting bored at The Ranch at Rock Creek where all activities are included in the cost, from mountain biking and riding to archery, yoga and a ropes course. Individual chalets have a rustic feel. The bar is like a Western saloon.
- Stay on a working ranch at The Resort at Paws Up where you can choose between luxury tents or individual cottages. Every activity imaginable is available, plus a spa to relax.
- The good-value Sacajawea Hotel in Three Forks, near Headwaters State Park, has homely rooms, a relaxed atmosphere and a popular restaurant. Live music too!
Best Montana hotels with pools
- Luxury, rustic chalets, with leather sofas, fires and private verandas, make Triple Creek Ranch a stylish, but relaxed stay on a working ranch. After a day of outdoors activities, relax around the pool before a gourmet dinner.
- Log cabins with views over miles of wilderness give Mountain Sky Guest Ranch a hideaway feel - although there’s plenty of action should you want it from fishing to riding to tennis. The pool and spa add luxury edges.
For more ideas, browse our list of the best places to stay in Montana or contact one of our friendly gurus for advice.
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Golden Stone Inn West Yellowstone 15 rooms from £93
Active Holiday - Rooms are designed to be comfortable and functional but you'll book here for the plethora of outdoor pursuitsFishing - You know you are in fly fishing territory when your room comes with wader hangers and custom made rod racksGroups - Triplex cabins (sleeping up to six) are a great and affordable option for small groupsBirdwatching - Birdwatching excursions are planned by the property with areas selected depending on the season
Check AvailabilityA property designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind. Rooms are functional and comfortable with sink-into beds, fireplaces, and clever touches such as racks to hang your fishing rod! Triplex cabins are a great choice for groups. A well-priced stay, ideal for all the family (pets too). See More
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Sacajawea Hotel Three Forks (Montana) 29 rooms from £98
Sights nearby - Norris Hot Springs is known as the 'water of the gods' and worth a visit.Fishing - Do some fly fishing in the Headwaters of the Missouri River.Great walks - Headwaters State Park.Back to Nature - Relaxing in nature.
Check AvailabilityNewly reopened 1910 boutique offers home-from-home hospitality, lofty ceilings and rustic antique furniture. Large rooms with natural light, spa inspired bathrooms and a complimentary continental breakfast. Pompey's Grill is popular with locals or head to Sacajawea Bar for live music and cocktails. See More
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Belton Chalet Montana 27 rooms from £113
Back to Nature - Located just outside the entrance to Glacier National Park, this is a place to come and spend your time in the great outdoorsFamilies - The Cottage comes with three bedrooms, a kitchenette, and cosy lounge - ideal for familiesGreat walks - Spend days exploring the hiking trails that run through Glacier National ParkFishing - During the winter months there are a number of popular spots for ice fishingRecommended by - FodorsCheck AvailabilityA historic inn once built by the Great Northern Railroad as a gateway to Glacier National Park. Rooms are elegantly styled and while they keep their traditional design there is a fresh modern feel. A popular restaurant and tap house serve cuisine made with local produce. A cosy base. See More
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Under Canvas Yellowstone West Yellowstone 74 rooms from £120
Back to Nature - Watch wild horses frolick in prairies, stargaze under expansive skies from a hammock and wake up to mountain and river viewsFamilies - All accomodation options come with a kid's version meaning that, for once, camping won't be cramped and uncomfortableGroups - Groups of friends will love the two tent suite; this makes for an unforgettable and unconventional stag or hen partyActive Holiday - Go hiking in the park, fish on wild rivers or play badminton and volley ball at the camp-site
Check AvailabilityRe-enact your Wild West fantasies with a stay at this tented camp near Yellowstone National Park, made up of 77 tipis, deluxe and wagon-style tents. West Elm furnishings, wood-burning stoves and organic bath products in the room, plus on-site cafe-style restaurant, put the 'glam' into glamping. See More
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Bar N Ranch West Yellowstone 19 rooms from £132
Back to Nature - Set in a wonderfully remote setting just minutes from Yellowstone National Park - a getaway to natureActive Holiday - Winter and summer offer a wide range of activities from cross-coutry skiing to horse-back ridingFamilies - The property is very family friendly with excellent accommodation options and toys to play withFishing - Fly-fishing is available right on property during the summer
Check AvailabilityA boutique lodge-style hotel offering a remote and beautiful location just a few miles from the entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Rustic log cabins have fireplaces and traditional fabrics. The restaurant serves all-American fare plus there's a cosy firelit lounge. Back to nature perfection. See More
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Under Canvas Glacier Coram, Montana 49 rooms from £148
Active Holiday - Glacier National Park is a literal playground for those that love the outdoors; hike, bike, ride, kayak & even cross-country skiBack to Nature - Roasting s'mores around a camp-fire, star-gazing, glacial lakes and evergreen forests for miles create a magical feelingSights nearby - Big Sky Waterpark is just over 10km from the camp-siteRemote - Off the beaten track.
Check AvailabilityWonderful tented camp near to Glacier National Park. 49 luxury tents in 3 styles - safari, suite & deluxe - are scattered around 'big sky country' alongside fire-pits, lobby and shop. Interiors are divine; organic bath products, crisp white sheets & wood-burning stoves make this feel truly glam. See More
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The Great Bear Inn West Glacier, Montana 11 rooms from £183
Families - Cabins can sleep up to seven guests and come complete with kitchens, are a great choice for familiesActive Holiday - Set in a remote location in Glacier National Park, this is a perfect option for an escape to natureGreat walks - Spend the day hiking through the national park (bear spray is provided to keep you safe!)Fishing - Outside the national park there are numerous spots for ice fishingRecommended by - FodorsCheck AvailabilityA charming B&B set in a remote & picturesque spot within Glacier National Park. Accommodation comes in the form of rooms or cabins. The design is traditional with plenty of wood and the best have fireplaces. Cabins come complete with kitchens and are ideal for families. A laid back escape to nature. See More
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1872 Inn West Yellowstone 18 rooms from £358
Back to Nature - Located within walking distance of the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park - ideal for spending your time in natureActive Holiday - The national park offers guests a host of activities from horse riding to wildlife spottingSights nearby - Discover Yelllowstones famed hot springsAdult Only
Check AvailabilityAn adult-only lodge offering rustic-chic accommodation just moments from the entrance to Yellowstone. The design merges modern comforts with cosy traditional Montana style (think western throws and cow hide chairs). With jam-packed itineraries, this is a great choice for an escape to nature. See More
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Mountain Sky Guest Ranch Montana 33 rooms from £415
Fishing - The trout-filled, rushing waters of Big Creek flow 4.5 miles through the entire property,Swimming Pool - Outdoor heated pool.Remote - Off the beaten track.Lively - Hip and happening.
Check AvailabilityA luxury boutique dude ranch set on 10,000 operational acres of unspoiled wilderness in the heart of Yellowstone Country. Log cabins are rustic chic with patchwork quilts, comfy seating areas and porches commanding spectacular views. A real ranch experience, with a glamorous edge! See More
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The Resort at Paws Up Greenough (Montana) 25 rooms from £585
Fishing - Truly a slice of Montana fly-fishing heaven.Spa - Spa not included in inclusive rateViews - Great views from hotelSecluded setting - For escaping.Recommended by - TabletCheck AvailabilityAdventure heaven in 37,000 acres on a working Montana Ranch. Fully equipped cottages all year and tent city by summer. Rustic dishes served at Pomp and a western flair is brought to Trough. Getting stuck in at the ranch, exploring great outdoors or a spa day is all on the cards. An amazing find! See More
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The Ranch at Rock Creek Philipsburg (Montana) from £624
Fishing - Four miles of private access and pristine river frontage boasts many fish from Westslope cutthroat to Rocky Mountain whitefish.Sights nearby - The Ranch ropes course can be a fun day out with the family or a transformative personal experience.Great walks - See the wildnerness on foot or by stagecoach, in the winter try sleigh rides.Remote - Off the beaten track.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs SmithCheck AvailabilityAll-inclusive activity haven has stunning mountains as the backdrop and acres of playground. Large, cosy rooms with all the mod-cons and fireplaces. Restaurant menu mirrors Montana seasonal bounty and the bar is a brilliant way to unwind after an adventure filled day in the wilderness or at the spa. See More
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Triple Creek Ranch Darby, Montana 23 rooms from £1015
Romantic Break - Romantic trip to the mountains is made ideal with the Romantic Package which consists of 4 nights in a Luxury cabin.Foodies - The culinary options at the ranch are fantastic. Chef's table, local sourcing awareness and a culinary school.Active Holiday - Tick things off your bucket list with numerous adventures avaliable at the ranch.Restrictions on children - Children welcome from 16 years old.Recommended by - Tablet, Relais & ChateauxCheck AvailabilityAn opulent ranch in the heart of Montana offering old world experiences and new age comforts. The private cabins range from kitted out & cosy to downright indulgent with private hot tubs and fireplaces. The location is second to none and if you tire of nature the facilities are top notch. See More
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Riverview Ranch Alberton, Montana 8 rooms from £1951
Active Holiday - The list of outsoor pursuits is long here and ranges from equestrian pursuits to cross-country skiingWeddings - An experienced team, beautiful venue spaces, and a unique backdrop for a very memorable dayFamilies - Suites sleep between 3 - 6 pax making this a great option for familiesFishing - Fish on the property's private trout filled lakesRecommended by - Small Luxury HotelsCheck AvailabilityA luxury ranch set above the Clark Fork River. Suites are designed with a modern take on traditional style with plush bedding, thick carpets and sliding doors leading onto private decks. Meals are a decadent affair paired with sommelier picked wines while the activity choice is endless. See More
