WHERE to STAY in GRAND TETON (7 Personal Picks for the Best Stay)

Jenny Lake Lodge is by far my favorite place to stay when I am visiting Grand Teton National Park. It is located right in the middle of the park.

Accommodations are elegant and you can choose from a duplex cabin, freestanding cabin (my recommendation!), suite cabin, and deluxe suite cabin.

Now, if you have stayed at any of the lodges in National Parks, then you know that the accommodations are rustic, which is part of the experience, in my opinion.

GOOD TO KNOW: Make sure to check out their Signature Stay Package which includes breakfast and dinner, complimentary horseback riding, bike rentals, and wine tasting. The price is steep, but it is all worth it.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: Now, if you decide to stay at Jenny Lake Lodge, make sure to reserve your cabin well in advance (I am not joking! Make sure to reserve your room at least a year in advance).

I need to mention that Jenny Lake Lodge is a perfect starting point for many of the best hikes in Grand Teton National Park.

Jackson Lake Lodge is my second choice when staying inside Grand Teton National Park.

At Jackson Lake Lodge, you can either get a cottage or a room at the lodge.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: I recommend getting a room at the lodge with a mountain view. It makes a huge difference. You will love it because the views are off the charts.

GOOD TO KNOW: The cottages have small patios and the rooms at the lodge have balconies with a couple of chairs and a table. Nothing beats sitting on a balcony and watching a sunset or a sunrise with the Grand Teton Mountains in the distance.

I would say that the rooms are fairly simple but comfortable and clean.

Also, the main lobby is a great place to hang out have a cup of coffee and enjoy the views.

Signal Mountain Lodge is another place that I like to stay at whenever I am visiting Grand Teton National Park. It sits right on the shore of Jackson Lake with the Teton Mountains in the background.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: Signal Mountain Lodge offers different accommodations. You can choose from rustic cabins, rooms at the lodge, or bungalows. My recommendation is to go with Lakefront Retreats. Specifically, make sure to select upper lakefronts with a balcony.

Now, these are comfortable but no-frills kind of accommodations. First of all, what is important to me, is that they are clean, the beds are comfortable, and the water in the shower is hot.

What is nice is that each unit comes with a nicely equipped small kitchen area.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: If you decide to stay at Signal Mountain Lodge, then make sure to drive (or hike) to Signal Mountain Summit. The views of the Teton Range are one of the best ones from the viewing platform at Signal Mountain Summit.

Signal Mountain Summit is the best location to see stunning sunsets in Grand Teton National Park.

Now, make sure to start driving at least an hour before sunset to secure the best viewing spot because it does get crowded. By the way, there are two parking lots, so head to the second parking lot, which is situated above the first one and offers better views.

Also, take a foldable chair and make sure to grab a blanket and a jacket as well, because even in the summertime, it gets pretty chilly in the evening.

Bentwood Inn is located 14 miles from Jackson Hole Airport and Grand Teton National Park is 23 miles away.

Bentwood Inn is a beautiful hotel built from 200-year-old logs!

GOOD TO KNOW: The rooms are all decorated in individual Western themes with antique-style furnishings. Each room has a fireplace, flat-screen TVs, upscale linens, and down comforters. Some rooms have bay windows, whirlpool tubs, and balconies.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: Don’t miss the 5 pm happy hour with complimentary wine, beer, and hors d’oeuvres served in the main room. It is a nice touch after a day of hiking. Hands down, you will enjoy staying at this hotel!

Fireside Resort is located no more than a 5-minute drive from Teton Village.

The cabins, embrace a ‘tiny house’ concept. They offer a cozy alternative to hotels! All provide pet-friendly amenities (if you are traveling with a pet, this option is perfect).

You will love the scenic features such as a running creek and individual fire pits.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: You will enjoy the convenience of a shorter route to the park without going through Jackson, making this retreat an ideal location!

Hotel Jackson is a classy hotel with spacious beautifully decorated rooms that reflect the Jackson Wyoming style.

There are so many perfect touches about this place like the chilled Aqua Panna in a glass bottle, accompanied by ice. The in-room espresso machine that adds a touch of indulgence. The luxurious bedding and lighting fixture that can be set to a soothing dim.

INTREPID’S PRO TIP: Make sure not to miss the on-site Lebanese restaurant Figs. It is a culinary adventure that is nothing short of extraordinary.

But, what I appreciate the most is the customer service. It is top-notch! You will not go wrong with staying at Hotel Jackson.

Wyoming Inn of Jackson Hole is a beautiful hotel, clean, with friendly staff. My room was spacious, with a large TV, a glass shower, and a nice and comfy king bed.

The spa has a nice large tub, which is much needed after a long day hiking in the mountains. The fitness center is small, but it has a Peloton treadmill, which is great! Again, you will enjoy staying at this hotel.

Campgrounds are very popular places to stay in Grand Teton National Park.

There are seven campgrounds in Grand Teton National Park. They used to be ‘first come, first serve’. However, effective January 26, 2021, they all moved to an advance reservation system.

The maximum length of stay is 7 days per person at Jenny Lake Campground, and 14 days at all other campgrounds—no more than 30 days in the park per year.

Gros Ventre Campground is probably one of the most popular campgrounds in Grand Teton National Park since it is one of the biggest campgrounds in Grand Teton National Park with over 300 sites.

The north side of the campground offers the best views of the Tetons.

But, to be honest the views from the south side with Gros Ventre River winding its way through the cottonwoods and blue spruce are just breathtaking.

There are 39 sites at Gros Ventre Campsite that have electric hookups. All campsites have a picnic table, a fire pit, and parking for either one RV or two cars. Bathrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. Gros Ventre campsite is closed from October 15th through May 15th).

Jenny Lake Campground is my favorite campground in Grand Teton National Park.

First of all, Jenny Lake Campground is situated just a few hundred yards from the east shore of Jenny Lake and the views are pretty spectacular with Teewinot Mountain and Cascade Canyon across Jenny Lake.

Jenny Lake Campground is a small campground with just 61 sites, which I like a lot! Now, 10 of the sites are reserved for hikers and bikers only. And finally, no trailers, campers, or generators are allowed, so it is just tents.

The maximum per site is one tent, and one vehicle (vehicles cannot be over 8 feet high or 14 feet long). All campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. There are no shower facilities on site. The maximum stay is 7 days at Jenny Lake Campground (it is 14 days at all the other campgrounds in Grand Teton National Park)

Jenny Lake Campsite is closed from September 27th through April 30th

Signal Mountain Campground is another option of where to stay in Grand Teton National Park. It is situated near the Signal Mountain Lodge which is very convenient because you have showers and laundry services nearby.

There are a total of 81 sites and some sites are near the shores of Jackson Lake, while others are slightly away and above Jackson Lake.

What are like about this site is that you get to enjoy the views of Mount Moran, which are simply off the charts!

The campground accepts both tents and smaller RVs (up to 30 feet in length). All campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water.

Signal Mountain Campground is closed from October 18th through May 13th.

Colter Bay Campground is a large campground situated right next to Colter Bay Village. I think it is the best campground for families since you have access to showers and laundry services (additional fees). There are several restaurants, a visitor center, and a few stores where you can replenish your supplies.

The views of Mount Moran and the Teton Range are awesome from Colter Bay Campground.

The campground accepts both tents and RVs (up to 45 feet in length). All campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. Public showers are available at Colter Bay Village

Colter Bay Campground is closed from September 27 through May 20th.

Lizard Creek Campground is a perfect campground to stay at if you are visiting both, Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. It is situated 11 miles south of Yellowstone and eight miles north of Colter Bay Village providing easy access to both parks.

All in all, Lizard Creek Campground is a small campground with only 60 sites and most of them are located right on the shore of Jackson Lake.

There are no electric hookups at Lizard Creek Campground. All campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water.

Lizard Creek Campground is closed from September 7th through June 11th.

Headwaters Campground is located within the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway, and in my opinion, its location is perfect if you are visiting both, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park.

Now, there are 34 tent sites at Headwaters Campground, 97 full-hookups, and pull-through RV sites, as well as 40 camper cabins.

All campsites have a picnic table and a fire pit. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water.

Lizard Creek Campground is closed from September 7th through June 11th.