Finding a place to crash in Jackson Hole can feel like trying to win the lottery—blindfolded. No matter what time of year you visit, prices soar higher than an elk on a trampoline. Case in point: the humble Super 8 can easily cost you $250+ per night… on a Tuesday. Yikes. But don’t sweat it—we sniffed out some wallet-friendlier options for you budget-savvy adventurers.
People from every corner of the U.S. (and the world!) make the pilgrimage to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. During our last jaunt, we spotted license plates from Poland, Belgium, Germany, France, the Netherlands, and even tiny Luxembourg.
Long story short: heavy tourist traffic + mind-blowing scenery = lodging prices that could make a grizzly bear weep.
Flying Into Jackson Hole
Travelers short on time may consider flying directly to Jackson Hole Airport. It’s faster, sure, but also about as budget-friendly as gold-plated trail mix.
If you’re open to a little extra drive time, try flying into Bozeman (north), Idaho Falls (west), or Yellowstone Regional Airport in Cody, WY (northeast). We love using Skyscanner to compare flights because it shows budget airlines, unlike the too-cool-for-discounts Google Flights.
Renting a Car in Jackson Hole – Important Tip
When you’re renting a car, double-check the rental prices at different airports. Sometimes, a cheap flight into Bozeman is a trap because rental cars there cost the GDP of a small country. Compare car rental prices on Skyscanner too before you pull the trigger.
Why Stay in Jackson Hole
When it comes to iconic Yellowstone towns, Jackson is basically the George Strait of the bunch. Just 60 miles south of Yellowstone NP and a stone’s throw (okay, five miles) from Grand Teton NP, it’s prime real estate for adventure junkies and scenery snobs alike.
🏨 BEST-VALUE LODGING OPTIONS IN JACKSON HOLE
(aka places where you won’t have to sell a kidney)
- Cache House (⭐8.0)
- Heart Six Ranch (⭐6.3)
- Gravity Haus Jackson Hole (⭐7.9)
- The Virginian Lodge (⭐8.7)
- The Hatchet Resort (⭐8.2)
- Super 8 by Wyndham (⭐7.5)
- Antler Inn (⭐8.2)
- Flat Creek Inn (⭐8.2) or Elk Refuge Inn (⭐8.8)
- Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg Ranch (⭐8.3)
- Mountain Modern Motel (⭐8.0)
(Details and snarky commentary below.)
Jackson Hole is where real-life cowboys, city slickers, ski bums, and billionaires all awkwardly jostle for coffee at the same Starbucks. In the last decade, the ultra-rich have been buying up everything, turning this Wild West paradise into an exclusive millionaire’s club. No joke: billionaires are literally pushing out millionaires. (Cue tiny violin.)
Still, there are some sweet deals to be found if you know where to look—and lucky for you, we’re basically your treasure map.
However, if you’re hunting for even deeper discounts (like, “found a $20 bill in your jacket pocket” level discounts), check out our Yellowstone Itinerary. We spill all the secrets on the cheapest places to stay around Yellowstone.
Spoiler alert: towns like West Yellowstone, MT, and Gardiner, MT, are packed with lodging options that won’t make your wallet cry.
Best-Value Lodging Options in Jackson Hole
(Sorted from cheapest to “maybe we can just sleep in the car?” pricing. Don’t worry — we stayed at #8, so we were this close to becoming parking lot pioneers ourselves.)
1. Cache House – Jackson
Pods > bunks. Cache House offers stylish pod-style sleeping near downtown Jackson. Free bikes, lockers, and showers included. Downsides? No kitchen. Random resort fee. Parking…eh, good luck. But if you can snag a pod, you’ll have money left for bear spray.
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2. Heart Six Ranch – Moran
Wake up to Grand Teton views, cowboy coffee in hand. Heart Six is a working ranch, so expect rustic vibes and the lingering scent of horses. Only stay here if you like the idea of going on horseback rides and authentic dude ranch adventures.
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3. Gravity Haus Jackson Hole – Teton Village
Newly remodeled, this 90-room boutique spot has a heated pool, hot tub, restaurant, and bar. Great for budget skiers and hikers alike—but fair warning: the walls are thinner than a tourist’s wallet after a day in Jackson.
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Top-5 Tours in Jackson Hole
- 🚙 You’ll feel as if you’re in Africa as you explore Grand Teton National Park in an open-air safari vehicle. On this game drive, passengers and guides will be seeking out all sorts of wildlife, including moose, elk, wolves, and eagles.
- 🚣 Take a casual and relaxing rafting trip down the Snake River as you enjoy the scenery and look for wildlife. Or, take an adrenaline-pumping whitewater rafting excursion through Class III rapids on a more adventurous part of the river.
- 🏞️ Visit all of the highlights of Grand Teton National Park during this half-day tour from Jackson. Along the way, your naturalist guide will educate you on the area and help spot wildlife. Also, binoculars are provided.
- 🐻 Leave all your worries behind on this full-day tour of Yellowstone National Park from Jackson Hole. Your professional naturalist guide will spot wildlife, explain the park’s geology and ecology, and escort you to the most famous landmarks. Finally, this is a small group tour, so only 11 passengers are allowed.
- 🐴 Take in amazing views of the Grand Teton area as you go on a horseback riding tour at Heart Six Ranch through the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
4. The Virginian Lodge – Jackson
Retro, quirky, and feeling a bit like a Wes Anderson set piece. Fire pits, mountain views, and one heck of a pool.
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5. The Hatchet Resort – Moran
Staying at the Hatchet Resort is all about the outdoorsy vibes. Think log cabins, mountain air, and maybe a surprise deer sighting at breakfast.
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6. Super 8 by Wyndham – Jackson
It’s a Super 8. You know what you’re getting: a bed, a hot shower, and free parking. And possibly the most expensive Super 8 you’ll ever stay at.
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7. Antler Inn – Jackson
Location, location, location. Outdated but clean(ish), the Antler Inn is basically an old-school Super 8 with a cowboy hat on. Close to downtown = big win.
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8. Flat Creek Inn and Elk Refuge Inn (Where We Stayed) – Jackson
In terms of the best value lodging options in Jackson Hole, we consider Flat Creek Inn and Elk Refuge Inn first-rate. Both accommodations are located right next to each other, just outside Jackson, on the way to Grand Teton NP, and all rooms have spectacular views of the National Elk Refuge.
Spectacular Elk Refuge views, updated rooms, and a wine-worthy sunset balcony? Yes, please. Flat Creek is newer and slightly cheaper, but Elk Refuge’s balconies are pure magic.
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9. Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg Ranch – Moran
Glamping goals! Halfway between Yellowstone and Grand Teton, this place is perfect for people who like the idea of camping but also enjoy real beds.
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10. Mountain Modern Motel – Jackson
Don’t let the “motel” part fool you—this place is legit boutique chic. Big pool, bigger hot tub, on-site restaurant, bike station…and a price tag that still undercuts Jackson’s $450+ hotels.
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Closing Time (Cue the Sad Cowboy Music)
Yes, lodging in Jackson Hole is pricey. No, you don’t have to sell your soul to stay here. With a little planning (and maybe some elbow grease searching Skyscanner), you can soak up those Grand Teton views without completely emptying your bank account.
