
Mode: THE SURVIVOR. Tao’s Inn is a 16-room, Asian-themed woodsy inn near Yellowstone built in 2015–2016. Prices swing from $129 off-peak to $373 in peak season; you get balconies and clean, modern rooms. No pool or breakfast, but proximity to West Yellowstone and the West Entrance is a game changer. We take those.
Skip the lobby coffee; local cafes are a short walk away. You’re 5 minutes from the West Entrance, so leave by 6:45 AM to beat crowds. Grab breakfast on the go and hit the park early.
✅ BOOK IF: You want clean, affordable rooms near West Yellowstone. ❌ SKIP IF: You need a pool or on-site restaurant.
Balcony views
Asian-inspired, woodsy inn
Thin walls can let noise travel between rooms, so quiet spaces may not suit light sleepers. There is no on-site pool. Some rooms have patios or balconies, and a subset of units includes two queen beds, which can work for families.
February–March for lower rates; July is peak.
Look, it's not the Ritz. It's a clean, modern inn with balconies near the park. No on-site dining or pool, and some walls are thin—noise travels between rooms. For the money and location, it's a solid pick; bring earplugs if you’re sensitive to sound.
Noise-sensitive guests; travelers who require a pool or on-site dining.
• Book in February/March for cheapest rates • Use taosyellowstone.com for direct bookings • Balcony rooms tend to be popular—request early
Clean, affordable rooms with balconies near the West Entrance; noise can be an issue; no on-site dining or pool; great location for park access.
No pool; no hot tub
No on-site restaurant; nearby dining options in West Yellowstone
Fully refundable rates are available; cancellation possible up to a few days before check-in, depending on rate.
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Free self and extended parking. Parking areas for bikes, cars, or trailers. RV parking available.
Address
102 S Electric St, West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA
To Park Center
5-minute drive to Yellowstone National Park West Entrance
To Nearest Town
Short walk to downtown West Yellowstone
Shuttle service to and from the Yellowstone National Park entrance is mentioned
Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Historic Center, Yellowstone Park Zipline, Yellowstone IMAX Theater, Downtown West Yellowstone shops and restaurants
Based on 146 Google reviews
Based on 146 guest reviews
" Clean, affordable rooms with balconies near the West Entrance; noise can be an issue; no on-site dining or pool; great location for park access."
Bob Erickson
This is a strange place. There is no front desk. You have to check in over your phone. The rooms are about the quality of the red roof Inn. They’re clean. They are minimally appointed there are no bugs in the bathroom is fine. The HVAC system is satisfactory I think it’s a good value for the money. The mattresses are very firm which I liked. I would stay here again, but again there are no frills reminds me of a red roof fan.
Sky Blue
Great place to stay when visiting Yellowstone, even though it’s not on one of the main streets. Rooms were clean and well kept. It was also a lot cheaper than some of the other places that we looked at. The only downside is they do not offer any form of room service. Overall I highly recommend staying here if you visit Yellowstone.
David Delmonico
I liked it here....great location to get into Yellowstone or a short walk to the main street of West Yellowstone. There is no front desk. Check in is on your own, which went smoothly for us. There is no cleaning service during your stay, which was fine. The rooms are small, but very clean. Just expect a comfortable place to lay your head and you will be fine. Would definitely book here again!
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Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Fully refundable rates exist; cancellation possible up to a few days before check-in.
No breakfast offered; room coffee makers exist for in-room use; nearby cafes are within a short walk.
Shuttle service to and from the Yellowstone entrance is mentioned.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM; check-out is by 11:00 AM.
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