South Central Montana, MT

Travel Guide

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Photo provided by Travel Montana / Donnie Sexton
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Photo provided by Charlie Eubank
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Where to stay in South Central Montana

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Downtown Bozeman

5/5(98 area reviews)

Downtown Bozeman is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Andesite Mountain and Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture.

Downtown Bozeman
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West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Rimrock Mall and Jackpot Casino are top sights worth seeing.

West End
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Billings Heights

While Billings Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jackpot Casino and Heights Buffalo Palace Casino.

Billings Heights
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Skywood Preserve

Skywood Preserve might not have many top sights, but Big Sky Community Park and Big Sky Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Skywood Preserve
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Valley West

5/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Valley West and surrounding area, you can visit Black Bull Golf Club and Montana Arboretum and Gardens.

Valley West
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Central - Terry

Central - Terry might not have many top sights, but Moss Mansion Museum and Palms Grand Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central - Terry
The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
905 Scott Street W, Gardiner, MT
The price is AED 489 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
AED 489
AED 583 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gardiner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is well located. We had a very nice spacious room comfortable, great river view…just the air conditioner is extremely loud. Got to see the Elk across the river every morning! Having smores and a fire pit was a plus…"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

The Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, Ascend Hotel Collection
Kelly Inn Billings Montana
Kelly Inn Billings Montana
2.5 out of 5
5610 South Frontage Road, Billings, MT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 402 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
AED 402
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Billings. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,527 reviews)
"This motel was very clean and the staff was great!"

Reviewed on 9 April 2025

Kelly Inn Billings Montana
Quality Inn
Quality Inn
2.5 out of 5
2036 Overland Ave, Billings, MT
The price is AED 322 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
AED 322
AED 363 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Billings. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"I had gotten A room that had a separate front room office area. It worked perfect for what we needed."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Quality Inn
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Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
2 out of 5
20 Maiden Basin Dr., Gardiner, MT
Stay at this campground in Gardiner. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
"This was great stay. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 11 December 2024

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
Yellowstone's Treasure Cabins
Yellowstone's Treasure Cabins
3 out of 5
318 5th St W, Gardiner, MT
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Gardiner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (270 reviews)
Would stay again
"Four day business trip and room had everything I needed. Room was clean and the property was quiet. This was off season and I had a nice time"

Reviewed on 4 April 2025

Yellowstone's Treasure Cabins
Silver Gate Lodging
Silver Gate Lodging
3 out of 5
109 US Hwy 212 W, Silver Gate, MT
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Silver Gate. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Yellowstone Northeast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
"Tiny, quaint, cabin. Loved the setting and the staff were really helpful. Could use some repairs on the flooring in the bathroom and the carpet was badly stained. But we would stay there again for sure. 👍 Had super easy access to Yellowstone which we loved. Total “Northern Exposure” vibe going on. ..."

Reviewed on 8 October 2024

Silver Gate Lodging
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Popular places to visit

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance

5/5(298 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Yellowstone National Park North Entrance, a well-known green space in Gardiner. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yellowstone National Park North Entrance
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Garryowen when you take a trip to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
Clouds and snow coming over the mountains at Bridger Bowl.

Bridger Bowl Ski Area

4.5/5(113 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Bozeman with a visit to Bridger Bowl Ski Area. Discover the area's mountain views and charming coffeehouses.

Bridger Bowl Ski Area
Palisades is not only known for great terrain, but fantastic spires.

Red Lodge Mountain

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Red Lodge with a visit to Red Lodge Mountain. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Red Lodge Mountain
The views from the top of the Bridger lift.

Bridger Canyon

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bridger Canyon during your travels in Bozeman. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its ski slopes.

Bridger Canyon
Custer Battlefield Museum

Custer Battlefield Museum

4/5(2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Custer Battlefield Museum during your trip to Garryowen. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Custer Battlefield Museum