Cody was founded by Buffalo Bill and still has a strong cowboy-town character, with a nightly summer rodeo and the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. It is also the eastern gateway to Yellowstone and often a cheaper place to stay than towns closer to the park.
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Historic hotels and motels on the main street, walkable to restaurants.
Hotels on the west side of town, close to the museums.
Guest ranches and lodges on the scenic road toward Yellowstone’s east entrance.
Chain hotels near the airport and the rodeo grounds.
Buffalo Bill’s own hotel, opened in 1902 and named after his daughter.
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June–August is peak season, with the nightly rodeo and the Cody Stampede around the Fourth of July; spring and fall are cheaper.
Roughly an hour’s drive to the east entrance, then more driving to the park’s main sights.
In summer, especially around the Cody Stampede in early July.
No — the road through the east entrance closes to cars in winter; check seasonal dates before you plan.