Elk Horn Lodge LLC
103 Main St W Intersection Of River Street, Cooke City, MT 59020
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#1 of 2 hotels in Cooke City
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4.9
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4.5
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4.5
Cleanliness
4.8
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4.7
Sleep Quality
4.6
The Elk Horn Lodge is a family owned and operated business located on Main Street, mid-town in Cooke City. We offer cozy cabins with kitchenettes as well as deluxe motel rooms. All units have two beds, full bath, Flat Screen TV'S, Direct TV, WIFI, small refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryers and are non-smoking and no pets. We also have a gas grill available for your use. The Elk Horn Lodge is your perfect basecamp for Yellowstone National Park and the Beartooth Mountains. We are open year around and always offer reasonable rates. We are the only AAA approved lodging in the area.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hiking
Horseback riding
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
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Wifi
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Microwave
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Flatscreen TV
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Mountain view
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Hotel's Favorite
Jeff and Lisa are amazing! There isn’t anything our room lacked! Our beds were soooo comfortable, our room spotless, decor bright and cheery and the hospitality extended, so appreciated. Of the places we stayed on our nine day Yellowstone vacation this was our favorite. And while I loved the town of Red Lodge I’d stay in Cooke City just so that I could stay at the Elkhorn Lodge. I’d stay here again and again!
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Book early so that you don’t miss out. We rated The Elkhorn Lodge in our top two favorite places...
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Oct 4, 2024
Thanks for the kind words and amazing review. We are ecstatic that you enjoyed your stay here at the Elk Horn Lodge! We hope to see you again. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. Lisa and Jeff
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First of all, this review is long overdue. I have stayed at the Elk Horn Lodge in Cooke City, twice. Obviously I was impressed enough the first time to warrant a return visit! My visits were a few years back.
The first visit, I was part of a group for a fall photo workshop, in Yellowstone National Park. We were in charge of finding our own accommodations, near the northeast park entrance. After reading other's reviews I selected the Elk Horn Lodge, in Cooke City.
I arrived around dinner time, and found a note on the door that said, The room key is in the mailbox, we are across the street grabbing something to eat." When they finished, Jeff stopped by my room to welcome me and make sure everything was to my liking. My room was very clean, had a comfortable bed, hot shower, tv and small refer. Perfect!
My second visit was much the same. The hospitality, friendliness and room were the same. Jeff and Lisa are very a real people, concerned with providing a quality product for a fair price. The success of their establishment comes through hard work, and treating others as they would want to be treated.
Thank you Jeff and Lisa! I hope to visit again in 2020.
The first visit, I was part of a group for a fall photo workshop, in Yellowstone National Park. We were in charge of finding our own accommodations, near the northeast park entrance. After reading other's reviews I selected the Elk Horn Lodge, in Cooke City.
I arrived around dinner time, and found a note on the door that said, The room key is in the mailbox, we are across the street grabbing something to eat." When they finished, Jeff stopped by my room to welcome me and make sure everything was to my liking. My room was very clean, had a comfortable bed, hot shower, tv and small refer. Perfect!
My second visit was much the same. The hospitality, friendliness and room were the same. Jeff and Lisa are very a real people, concerned with providing a quality product for a fair price. The success of their establishment comes through hard work, and treating others as they would want to be treated.
Thank you Jeff and Lisa! I hope to visit again in 2020.
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Response from Jeff and Lisa O, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Apr 10, 2020
Mike, Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! We sure appreciate it. We take great pride in providing our customers with Cleanliness and Hospitality! When we bought this motel in 2009 after losing our jobs due to the economy in 2008 we said this is how we will run it . We will treat people the exact way we want to be treated when we travel. Your review is a tribute that for the past 11 years we have succeeded in doing just that. Our repeat customers are a big part of our business and we really appreciate that customers continue to return. Stay Healthy and we hope to see you in 2020.
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We decided to stay at the Elk Horn Lodge after reading many reviews and finding out that the owners are originally from West Virginia! We drove the Beartooth Pass from Red Lodge, MT to Cooke City, MT. (Fabulous drive and very scenic. You MUST drive it at least once!) Our room was very spacious and clean. We stayed two nights and will certainly stay here again on our next visit to Yellowstone. Cooke City is a great small town. It was cool in the mornings and at night. We opened our windows (for fresh mountain air) but had to close them because our room was getting too chilly. We were able to walk to restaurants and a general store. This is the best entrance to Lamar Valley in Yellowstone. We were lucky enough to see a black bear and a wolf eating an elk carcass the first morning we went into Yellowstone. My favorite animal in Yellowstone is the bison! The highlight of staying at the Elk Horn Lodge was the first morning when we were going to walk down the street to get breakfast but a bison was grazing on the grass across from our room! He was there for a long time! The only downside of the visit was that we didn't get to meet the owners. We were told that he was visiting people in WV! Oh well, maybe we can chat on our next visit!
I will also add that we visited during the COVID pandemic. They are taking precautions such as no-contact check in. We felt safe while staying at the Elk Horn Lodge and in the town of Cooke City, MT.
I will also add that we visited during the COVID pandemic. They are taking precautions such as no-contact check in. We felt safe while staying at the Elk Horn Lodge and in the town of Cooke City, MT.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Aug 24, 2020
Sorry to hear that you didn't get to meet Lisa and Jeff but we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We love how close we are to Lamar Valley and are glad to hear that you got to reap the benefits of such a wonderful place. The bison can come into town from time to time. They are always respectful neighbors for the most part haha. Hope to see you again in the mountains here at Elkhorn. Chris
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We have stayed multiple times at Elkhorn. Each and every time we’ve stayed, we have been welcomed by owners, stayed in a very nice, spotless room or cabin in an awesome location. We love Cooke City and part of the love is the great time we always have at Elkhorn.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â Plan in advance and get your reservations.
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Sep 19, 2023
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. The greatest compliment we can get is that you have stayed multiple times and every time you've stayed your room or cabin has been spotless. We love to host repeat guests. We hope to see you again. Thanks, Lisa and Jeff
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This hotel has not been tended to for years. It is as if the people that own it figure if you have to be in Cooke City you are a captive audience. There are few choices so they do not have to make any effort and still collect big rents during the high season! I get it. That's how it is in a resort area. This was just ridiculous, though! Very disappointing and we are not that picky when it comes to being in Yellowstone. The porch has not been painted in decades. You can wind up with a room that has your bathroom sink right next to your bed. The heater is weird and makes a lot of noise.
If you can skip this city, please do. The restaurants are very mediocre. Yes, it IS close to Lamar Valley; nonetheless, next time we will definitely spend the extra time to stay in a better location.
If you can skip this city, please do. The restaurants are very mediocre. Yes, it IS close to Lamar Valley; nonetheless, next time we will definitely spend the extra time to stay in a better location.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Room Tip:Â Spend the extra time driving and stay in a nicer town altogether.
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Sep 29, 2021
Here's the reason for your bad review as we have notes because we knew this was going to happen: Called at 4:30pm on 5-23 to say she came by the office at 2:30 pm to check out of the room she had rented on 5-23 and no one answered (although I was here) said she made it to Jackson Hole and won't need the room now I can re-rent it. I explained the room was hers we do not re-rent rooms and could not refund her for early departure. I explained that I could only go by our policy and could not refund the room. She had signed our paperwork and initialed our policy on early departure. 2 hand towels were used, Bed obviously laid on and temp was changed to 65. 2 Trash bags were taken from cans. Can from bed was moved. All 6 coffees and 4 mints were taken. One soap was used. Called at 8:09 AM 5-24 saying she needed a refund for her stay on 5-23. She was not refunded so she said she would leave us a bad review. So here it is! Good thing we make notes about this kind of stuff. Lisa
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I am rating this hotel based on hotels in other small towns and not based on hotels you would see in big cities because that would not be a fair comparison. In comparison to other small town hotels we have stayed at, I would give this hotel a rating of 4.5. Our room was large and very clean (which is very important given the pandemic). The bath towels were oversized, which was nice to have. The owners were very nice and helpful in terms of giving us good information about places to eat (or avoid) and information about places to see in the area. We also had no problems with the WiFi connection. I only have two minor complaints: (1) the TV monitor was very small; it was hard to see laying at the head of the bed; and (2) the hotel does not have an ice machine (although you can get ice at the gas station across the street).
I would definitely stay at this hotel if I am in this area again and would recommend staying at this hotel if you are staying in Cooke City.
I would definitely stay at this hotel if I am in this area again and would recommend staying at this hotel if you are staying in Cooke City.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Oct 5, 2020
Thanks for taking the time to give us a review! We are delighted you found your room clean and had a nice stay. Thanks for the 4.5 rating!!! Also thanks for mentioning the WIFI connection because that is important in a town with no cell service. If you come back again you will see bigger monitors as we are purchasing them this break. We do offer ice for drinks not coolers, you just need to come into the office and get it. If you're in the area again we hope to see you! Thanks, Lisa and Jeff
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Cooke City is just outside the NE entrance of Yellowstone and very convenient to the north end of the park especially Lamar Valley. I stayed on the 2nd floor of the back building. We were here a few years ago in the same place as well. The room is spacious with beautiful firm beds and all the usual amenities. TV, wifi, fridge, microwave, comfortable. Lisa and John are VERY down home and personable. Note: there is stairs to the 2nd floor. My room was perfectly clean and warm. It is moderately priced for the Yellowstone area. Cooke City is only like 2 blocks wide however at night there is no traffic and all is quiet. The units are back off the main street. There are several places to eat and a general store of the old style. This will be my Cooke City go to place to stay! Another note: for Covid they offer no contact check in.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Room Tip:Â I've been in rooms 7 this time and 6 before both upstairs. I like no one above me.
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Response from Jeff and Lisa O, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Jun 13, 2020
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We truly appreciate it! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Elk Horn Lodge! We look forward to seeing you for your next stay. Stay Healthy! Thanks, Lisa and Jeff
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Got sick and had to leave, they didn't try to rent the room for the rest of my time they keep my money. I call and let the lady running the place that my friend may stop by and watch TV and may take a shower but would not be staying over night they had a camper they were stayiing in she had no problem with that. Then I got a voice message from the owner saying I was sublease when I wasn't. Clearly they didn't talk to there employee.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Jun 20, 2022
Richard, You had a 60 day cancellation that you signed and agreed to in September of 2021 when you reserved your May 2022 stay. We encourage our guests to purchase trip insurance and gave you links to 2 companies in case you would have a emergency You also signed that you read this. 7 days before your arrival you were also reminded of the travel insurance in our Welcome letter. It was also in your signed policy that we do not re-rent rooms. As far as subletting rooms to campers that is not allowed and is not a choice you have to make. Sorry to hear of your illness. Lisa and Jeff
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Came here for one night and a guy named Jeff was super helpful! This place is super super clean and has pretty good views of Cooke City and the surrounding mountains. I wanted to stay here when I got out of the wilderness but they were booked. I would highly recommend family or friends or anyone coming to Cooke City to stay here.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Sep 17, 2020
We are so glad you found our place Super Clean! Sorry we didn't have a room on your return from the back country. Jeff is really super helpful thanks for mentioning that. Thanks for the recommendation and taking the time to leave us a review. Lisa and Jeff
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Jeff and Lisa do a great job taking care of this hidden gem of a small hotel. We stayed here again just recently for our fishing trip into Yellowstone NP. They have done a number of upgrades to rooms that were much appreciated. We had 3 rooms on the second floor so we were all together. Our only complaint was the cigar smoker on the first floor that made sitting on the upper deck each evening very unpleasant. The smell was also evident in our rooms as we tried to keep them cool with the provided fans. Our suggestion would be that smoking only be allowed on the south side of the building. Thanks Jeff and Lisa. See you next year!
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Response from Jeff and Lisa Ohlinger, Owner at Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Responded Jul 28, 2021
Thanks for the great review and taking the time to do so. We are very sorry about the cigar smoke. We will definitely consider your suggestion. Look forward to seeing you next year. Carol
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We have been without electricity. I will call you ASAP!
Thanks, Lisa
Thanks for the inquiry! At this time I do have deluxe rooms available. The max we allow in a room is 4 persons this count includes children. Our deluxe room rates are $130.00 + 10% tax for 2 persons and $5.00 for each additional person up to 4 persons per room. You can check our availability and book on line on our website! Click on the Green book online button.
"Book early so that you don’t miss out. We rated The Elkhorn Lodge in our top two favorite places on our Yellowstone Vacay! "Read full review
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elk Horn Lodge LLC
Which popular attractions are close to Elk Horn Lodge LLC?
Nearby attractions include Cooke City General Store (0.03 miles), Cooke City Montana Museum (0.1 miles), and Yellowstone Trading Post (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Elk Horn Lodge LLC?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and barbeque facilities.
Which room amenities are available at Elk Horn Lodge LLC?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a dining area.
What food & drink options are available at Elk Horn Lodge LLC?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Elk Horn Lodge LLC?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bearclaw Bakery, Beartooth Cafe, and Miners Saloon.
Is Elk Horn Lodge LLC located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.04 miles away from the center of Cooke City.
Does Elk Horn Lodge LLC have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.