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Ridgeline Hotel at Yellowstone, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"Front desk has 2 ladies who worked in afternoon till 9:00 pm / they are fantastic .!!! Bravo - amazing customer service . They understand business . However in the morning , young lady with an attitude, zero customer service . She absolutely needs to be trained by 2 ladies that I described above or she needs to be fired . When I brought an issue to her - her first response was - if you are asking me to give you discount on room - it’s not going to happen . That was so disgusting and so unprofessional. You listen to customer and understand the issues presented. My only intent was to ket front desk know that they have pipe issues that makes loud noises all knight long . Fortunately in the evening we did talk to another lady who understood issue and wax extremely professional about the issue ."

Absaroka Lodge

8/10 Good

"Our room was clean, the beds were comfortable and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I thought our room was a bit cramped and not much room in the bathroom, however, we were able to get along fine with 3 adults. If I were to recommend staying here, I would say ask for a 2nd floor room, The first floor is downstairs, which was hard on my knees. Also, I was a bit disappointed that there were no goats. But that had nothing to do with my room."

Yellowstone Big Rock Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice kitchen and comfy bed."

Antler Lodge - Gardiner MT

10/10 Excellent

"Good kniglhoho"

Yellowstone River Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff person at check in was very personable and answered all our touristy questions. The small patio above the river was nice to relax and have a drink after a long day of travel. Short walk to Roosevelt Arch for photos and saw wildlife just over the Yellowstone fence."

Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park

8/10 Good

"Great in the park location. No TV in the room or AC. . Not a great value for the money. Also very expensive for very average food etc."

Travelodge by Wyndham Gardiner Yellowstone Park North

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, very central location"

Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this stay! We stayed in a cabin right by the hotel and it was perfect! We loved sitting outside to stargaze. You will get a notification when dinner reservations can be made - make sure to do so! We made a reservation as soon as it was available but overheard some panicked visitors around dinner time who weren’t sure how to get table and were having to ask the front desk for last minute options. The food was exactly what we expected compared to other national park lodge dining options. The lake is beautiful and it set us up for a perfect starting point to hit West Thumb, Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic areas before heading to Grand Teton at midday. From the hotel I do recommend going to Hayden Valley for sunset. We found a great spot with a view of the valley and (safety distanced) bison."

Lake Lodge Cabins - Inside the Park

10/10 Excellent

"😍"

Other attractions near Specimen Ridge

A waterfall surrounded by dense green forest.

Tower Fall

9.4/10 (188 reviews)

Gaze up at the iconic towers at the head of this tall waterfall and climb down to the creek for a view from below.

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A river flowing through a mountainous landscape with a wooden bridge and people crossing.

Lamar Valley

9.6/10 (1,051 reviews)

View wildlife wandering through this large area. While some animals saunter across the roadway, you may need binoculars to see them farther away.

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Trout Lake Trail

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Trout Lake Trail during your travels to Yellowstone National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Lamar River

9.4/10 (15 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lamar River during your travels in Yellowstone National Park. Wander the lakeside and forests while you're in the area.

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Yellowstone River Overlook

You can learn about the history of Yellowstone National Park when you stop by Yellowstone River Overlook. Discover the area's waterfalls and hot springs.

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Calcite Springs Overlook

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Yellowstone National Park with a stop at Calcite Springs Overlook. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Lamar Rivert Stock Trailhead

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Lamar Rivert Stock Trailhead during your travels to Yellowstone National Park. Wander the lakeside and forests while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Specimen Ridge?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Specimen Ridge, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Yellowstone National Park is home to 12 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.

Where is the best place to stay near Specimen Ridge?

Roosevelt Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 6.9 mi (11 km) from Specimen Ridge. Other good options in the area include Canyon Lodge & Cabins - Inside the Park and Grizzly Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Specimen Ridge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Specimen Ridge.

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