Stay at Trail Shop Inn & Restaurant, a rustic 1920s motel in Cody, WY, near Yellowstone Park. Features western-themed dining, kid-friendly service, and top local attractions.
Guests highlight the motel’s rustic charm and scenic location, praising its welcoming atmosphere and notable dining experience. The property suits visitors seeking a cozy, historic stop near Yellowstone with kid-friendly amenities.
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Trail Shop Inn & Restaurant is a rustic motel housed in a low-key 1920s stagecoach stop, located along US-14 in rural Cody, Wyoming. Its simply furnished rooms offer a cozy, no-frills base for visitors exploring nearby attractions like Buffalo Bill Reservoir and the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, both within a half-hour drive. The property includes kid-friendly services, making it suitable for families traveling in the area.
The onsite western-themed restaurant has received positive remarks for its ambiance and attentive staff, with guests praising menu highlights such as filet mignon, bison burgers, and fish and chips. Dinner service is its main focus, with visitors appreciating the local flavor and the casual atmosphere complemented by entertainment such as a pool table. While the rooms are described as clean and rustic, some reviews note minor nuisances including occasional small spiders and mice, reflecting the rural setting.
Limited amenities and sparse facilities reflect the property’s simple style rather than a full-service resort. Amenities such as DirecTV and a mini-fridge are available, but guests should not expect strong cell service or extensive modern conveniences. The inn’s location offers a quiet retreat with easy access to natural attractions and hiking trails such as Sheep Mountain Trail, making it a practical choice for outdoors enthusiasts.
With a 4.2 rating from 72 reviews, the motel appeals to travelers seeking a laid-back, historically rooted experience rather than luxury. It is well-suited for visitors prioritizing proximity to Yellowstone and Cody's outdoor activities who appreciate a friendly atmosphere and a notable dining option on site. Alternative lodging options are available nearby, offering different levels of comfort and services within a few miles.
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My daughter and I stopped for dinner in the restaurant. Despite having several food allergies, I had no problem finding things I could eat. I had a filet mignon that was absolutely glorious. My daughter's cheese burger was huge, and so delicious that she was still raving about it when she microwaved left overs, 2 days later. Loved the decor and the staff!!
We stayed here for three days while visiting Yellowstone. The cabin room was very cozy, and the view was very scenic. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only issue was we had a hungry mouse in our room.
A fun, first dinner on our Yellowstone trip! We enjoyed dinner at Trail Shop's restaurant and were very impressed by the ambiance and service. Kim was an attentive and helpful server w great local knowledge. We recommend this place for a nice meal. We enjoyed a bison burger, mushroom soup, fried walleye, and sirloin. Our kiddos were with us, and they were entertained by the pool table, which is located at the back of the restaurant while we waited for our food.
Very cozy and had a great restaurant. The cabins are clean yet rustic, but be prepared to kill a few spiders and catch a mouse or two. Keep your food safe and you'll be fine. The mice are timid and the spiders are small and harmless.
Couldn't ask for a more beautiful location. The room we stayed in was a 2 bedroom cabin and it was pretty sparse in terms of amenities. As with many places in this part of the country, don't expect good cell service. There is weak wifi on the premises. All of that said, it is a great place, near enough to Cody for a dinner trip, but make sure you eat at the inn restaurant at least once for dinner. Very high quality food with vegetarian and gluten free options. And most of all, take a porch sit and just enjoy the scenery. And talk up some baseball with the young man working in the restaurant...he will appreciate you for it
We stayed here in a our trip through Yellowstone. The Restaurant was amazing. I ordered 2 very nice bottle and they did not have them. So they went across the highway to get some good bottles and it was well worth it. Great people. It was our favorite restaurant on a 2 week trip.
Stayed here for one night on our way to Yellowstone. It was a great room and you could tell they recently tried to do some updates to make it nicer. The restaurant is only open for Dinner, but they did give us a basket in the room fridge with a drink, muffin, fruit and granola bar so we had something for breakfast. Room had DirecTV service which was nice and a mini fridge with Microwave. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone driving to Yellowstone. Will stay here again on next trip up that way.
May 2018, We were camping a couple of miles away and went just to Restaurant. It was immaculate with neat decor and a nice view. The staff were so friendly and provided excellent service. We had the Fish n Chips and we both agree, aside from Ireland this was the best Fish and Chips we've ever had. It's a bit pricier than what we were looking for, but the atmosphere, service and food were well worth it.
Originally a stagecoach stop built in the 1920s, this rustic, rural inn off US-14 is 11 miles from Buffalo Bill Reservoir and 28 miles from the Yellowstone National Park East Entrance.
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1 reviews Cody, WY 82414, United States
1 reviews Wyoming 82414, United States
4 reviews S Shore Rd, Cody, WY 82414, United States
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