I think this was one of my favorite vacations yet. An all inclusive dude ranch just outside of Yellowstone. They have activities planned but you get to decide what you want to do. They have horse back riding, tours of Yellowstone, fly fishing, archery, rafting, etc. I think one of my favorites was learning to square dance! They take you into Cody one day for the rafting and then dinner and a show at Cody Cattle Company. Somehow I was picked to go on stage so that was fun lol. The staff was the best as well and the food was great, definitely feed you until you can't eat anymore haha. Everyone was helpful with anything you needed. Best hospitality I've experienced in a long time. Super accommodating with a lot. The accommodations were so cute, everyone/couple had their own cabins. Bathroom, couch, refrigerator, bed, tv, etc. And a perfect front porch rocking chair. They have different cabins so some have one bed and some have more. I went during an adult only week and it was perfect. I made so many friends that I've actually visited since the dude ranch. Hope I can come back again soon!! read more

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We had the family vacation of a lifetime here this week. The lodge owners, Mike & Betsy, clearly know what they're doing - every detail is taken care of and their staff is wonderful. The lodge is located close to Yellowstone and we did a great day tour as part of our all-inclusive stay. There is something for the entire family and each day is packed with great outdoor activities. And I did not expect the food to be so good - every meal was fantastic! Such a memorable time here, couldn't more highly recommend it - be sure to bring your cowboy/cowgirl boots & hat!! read more

Shoshone Lodge & Guest Ranch - Homemade Dessert! - Hotels & Travel Near Me - Cody, Wyoming

This place was soooo nice! We stayed there towards end of September, just in the nick of time because they close in October for the winter season. Our cabin was small and attached to another cabin. Although small, it was just fine for the 2 of us. Cable tv, nice shower, mini fridge, mini microwave, 2 beds. The staff is very friendly. We ate dinner and breakfast there all 3 days and every meal was delicious! Nice salad bar and the best croutons I've ever had. Nice bar too. We walked out back on the property up to the creek. We met really nice guests and some locals who come over for dinner. Prices are reasonable. No cell phone signal. We didn't buy the wifi because, hey, we came all the way from Florida to escape the hustle and bustle and for the mountains vibes, right? Just a few minutes drive to the East entrance of magical Yellowstone. You will probably see wildlife roaming near the property. What a memorable experience we had staying in this awesome property. You should go check them out if you're in the area. read more

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This place is amazing. I would recommend it to everyone. Just outside the east entrance of Yellowstone, so great location and views. Family owned and operated and it feels like it. Staff is super nice and helpful in all aspects. They all even remarried my name. Dinner was fantastic, I would come here just to eat, with some great homemade desserts as well. We stayed in the Rustler (2 queens), super comfortable, we needed to use the heater even though it's August cause we had a thunderstorm, but it warmed right up. And the shower worked perfectly (very important) You can buy wifi for $10 on in your cabin, and there is a central campfire at night to hang out with other guests and make s'mores, horseback rides are also available read more

Shoshone Lodge & Guest Ranch - The main lodge with check in and dining! - Hotels & Travel Near Me - Cody, Wyoming

We just finished a week at Shoshone Lodge and we cannot think of one bad thing to say about our stay there. The cabins are so comfortable and clean. The entire staff goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy. The horses are well kept and we thoroughly enjoyed all the scenic trail rides. We even got to see Yellowstone twice. If you are thinking about staying at a Dude Ranch, look no further! We can't wait to go back! Thanks Mike, Betsy and Yipper for an awesome week! read more

My family was looking forward to staying at the Lodge on August 09, 2019.. I found out my mom had passed away the day we were heading up to Wyoming.. So my family had to return home due to the lost of my mom.. Called the lodge and explained to them that i just lost my mom and had to turn around and come back to Kansas.. They did not give me a refund due to the lost of a family.. Sad to said they did not have any sympathy toward my lost.. I was even willing to prove to them by showing a death certificate, but i guest they really don't care about their guest.. Money is everything to them.. Disappointed Kansas read more

What a great vacation we had! We loved the location, the accommodations, the food, the fun, and most of all, the people that own and those that help run the ranch. We plan on going back next year and are greatly excited to return there. We cannot give enough kudos to Shoshone! We love the place and the people! read more

If I hadn't chosen Shoshone Lodge to ride horseback out of near a dozen outfitters around Yellowstone.... If those outfitters hadn't confessed they only offered walk-only, nose-to-tail rides for inexperienced tourists.... If I hadn't described in detail to Shoshone's manager/owner the exact ride the two of us experienced riders wanted - segments of jogging, and some controlled loping where the terrain safely allowed.... No running, I was very clear. And if he (Mike Christiansen) hadn't responded: "You can have any kind of ride you want".... Then never would we have plonked down $310 for a 6-1/2 hour, so-called Ranchhand Ride. (refer website) Not if we'd forseen the 6 hours of plodding nose-to-tail up and then back down a sunbaked valley full of dead trees from the 1988 fires. Or if we'd forseen how our young guide would ignore every opportunity for short jogs or lopes along the trail. Or how he'd act puzzled at our request for relief from the ambling pace. My companion finally suggested to me "maybe we're being too subtle." That was when, close to the end of an interminable six hours, and after closer than ever questioning, our guide allowed as how there was a trail down on the flat where riders jogged and loped. Later outside the lodge Mike Christiansen wanted to know about our ride, and acted surprised to learn we didn't get what we paid for. "Well, did you ask?" he wanted to know. Yes, we did, but that's what owners are for. They tell the help what the customers expect and signed up for. Asking? We might as well have talked to those rock walls across that sun-parched valley. It's a view chiseled into the memory of a pricey day of vacation wasted. read more

We loved our stay at the Shoshone Lodge and Guest Ranch while visiting the East Yellowstone area as well as Cody, WY. Lodge management were very welcoming and the food and service was excellent. The cabins were well maintained and clean. The babbling brook with water wheel were a nice touch as we could hear it as we drifted off to sleep. We enjoyed the "Wild Bill Center for the West" museums in Cody and should not to be missed. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others. read more

The attached restaurant had the best curry soup. I'm usually skeptical on ordering curry dishes but the shrimp curry soup here was fabulous. I recommend trying a sample before ordering. read more

Shoshone Lodge & Guest Ranch - Best shrimp curry soup! - Hotels & Travel Near Me - Cody, Wyoming

This companies cancellation policy is horrible. You HAVE to read the fine print, or you will get screwed out of hundreds of dollars. I made a reservation 31 days before my arrival date. and had to cancel due to medical issues just 5 days later. I was still charged for the first night with no refund. I will never deal with them again. read more

We stayed here during our cross country drive. This place was a diamond in the rough. We were fortunate that they had an opening day of during our drive and it was quite a pleasant surprise. Great location, good food, and great cabin read more

My son and I traveled across the US on our bikes. We stayed in 70 hotel.motel, lodges, and B&Bs and this was one of the most spectacular lodges of the whole ride. From the accommodations, to the restaurant, to the service, to the views and landscapes, it was great. Just outside of Yellowstone in the Shoshone National Forest, a gem in itself. Our meals were fantastic, I had local trout!! The log cabins had very comfy beds. read more

GREAT location just east of Yellowstone's east entrance to stay or eat (OR BOTH AS WE DID). Nice cabins/rooms with excellent staff - very friendly and helpful. Food at the restaurant was very good and desserts were excellent. They also have trail rides etc. which if we had more time we would have at least gone on a horseback ride. Not cheap but reasonable compared to what you will find in the area. read more

Totally motivated by greed. I was injured in a motorcycle accident on Saturday. I was hit from behind by another motorcycle. As soon as I was able, I called to cancel a reservation for August 17 and 18, not because I changed my mind or plans but because I am physically unable to go. I was told that I still had to pay the first night of the two night stay because the room wasn't cancelled 30 days prior. I explained my situation and even offered to send them proof of the accident. Debbie said they are only open 4 months out of the year and they wouldn't refund the money they'd already conveniently collected when I booked the room. Obviously people familiar with my situation couldn't believe they would still make me pay for a room I will never see, so they encouraged me to blast them on social media. Before doing that I thought maybe Debbie was a desk person and I should talk to the management and see if that was their position also. At least that way, they would know the bad review was coming. That's when I talked to Kristi. Wow, is all I can say. She couldn't have cared less about my situation and it basically ended in a shouting match. She basically accused me of lying about the accident and equated my situation the same as all the other cancellation calls they get, one in particular she said was "my Grandma died" and repeatedly told me to look at their cancellation policy like it was the 10 commandments of hotel reservations. What level of greed causes a person to disregard basic human decency and prey on another's misfortune for $176. Kristi kindly informed me that I had to pay for my medical expenses from the accident, so I had to pay for the lodging also, like they were exactly the same thing. And oh, by the way, she "takes negative reviews with a grain of salt because you can't please everyone." So, they will get their $176 since they so desperately need it. Kristi was full of justifications and I'm sure they'll respond with some of the same ones I heard, and I suppose a few comments about me personally. But, the truth is the truth. That's what happened. Incidents like this show a person's true colors. Would you do the same thing? If so, then I guess the Shoshone Lodge & Guest Ranch is for you. If not, that's where your money is going. I had to give a 1 star rating to post the review. If I could, I would give them -5 stars simply for being horrible human beings. They can keep the money. read more