Big Bear Motel  

A short stroll from Old Trail Town and the Cody Night Rodeo, Big Bear Motel sits within easy walking distance of downtown Cody attractions. It’s roughly 4 km from the city center, about 2 miles from the Buffalo Bill Center of the West and some 52 miles from Yellowstone’s East Gate. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, it’s a handy base for rodeo nights and frontier history.

This mom-and-pop American motel has roughly 66 rooms on property plus a few vacation rentals, with 32 rooms recently renovated. Rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, cable TV, A/C and heat, private tub/shower baths, and some double-queen units with vaulted ceilings; two accessible rooms are available. Daily housekeeping, rollaway beds on request, and complimentary morning coffee in the office round out the simple, practical vibe.

Enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool, picnic area and charcoal grills for DIY barbecues, plus tour/ticket assistance to plan Yellowstone or local outings. On-site perks include free self-parking, laundry facilities, an ATM and a vending machine. Pets are allowed, so bring the whole crew and wake up to fresh air and easy parking.

Complimentary wireless internet (Wi‑Fi) keeps you connected, and a 24-hour front desk makes arrivals simple. Free self-parking is available onsite.

Grab complimentary hot coffee each morning in the main office or quick snacks from the vending machine. For cook-your-own meals, the picnic and charcoal-grill area lets you fire up an easy BBQ.