Yellowstone Valley Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection

We had a wonderful stay in the king room. Even though bugs prevented us from fully enjoying the chairs on the deck, we loved watching the sunsets and sunrises over the river and mountains. Lots of birds like eagles and kingfishers to enjoy! The room was clean and furnished with all the expected amenities. The continental breakfast was one of the best I’ve had a hotel stay—especially the breakfast pizza! On mornings that we wanted to head to Yellowstone early, the staff provided us a to-go box, which we really appreciated.

Yellowstone Valley Lodge is an incredible getaway! We absolutely love having our own private view of the river—sitting in the chairs and taking in the breathtaking scenery is pure bliss. The rooms are always clean, and the service is top-notch. The added perk of a continental breakfast just makes the stay even better. This place is perfect for a peaceful and relaxing escape!

The location cannot be beat. This was my second time at Yellowstone Valley Resort, and it won’t be the last. The rooms, while small, are comfortable and well maintained. The on site dining is very good, and the peace and serenity of the back porch is amazing. If traveling to Paradise Valley, this is the place to stay.

The entire place is amazing. Absolutely will be back. Staff was polite, not pushy and acknowledged our presence - we were definitely not treated like a tourist but rather like a family member. The check-in was flawless, Dinner was amazing and delicious, staff at restaurant attentive to requests and just made our evening comfortable. Had it not been raining our 2nd day, we would have been able to do more here, but that's Mother Nature! The Event Barn will be a fantastic addition to the site - definitely do a destination wedding here!!

Absolutely 10/10! The cabins are so so nice and the staff is the most wonderful staff at a hotel/rental place I have ever interacted with. We will be coming back and HIGHLY recommend!! They even give you dog baskets with treats, blankets and waste bags for toy furry friends!

My family of 4 stayed here for 5 nights, and could not have asked for a better experience. The rooms were super clean and the staff was very friendly, helpful, and professional. Breakfast at the restaurant each morning was nothing less than a gourmet experience while looking at the breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains, and there was a different selection of food each daily. The views of the mountains and wildlife across the Yellowstone River from our room was an amazing experience. We will definitely stay here again in the future.

In a week of traveling a different state each night, this was our favorite!!! Location, location, location. Absolute beauty. Relaxing and quiet. Staff is wonderful and friendly. Free breakfast created by Lisa each morning was AMAZING and quite different from the traditional, tasteless, continental breakfast served at most hotels. Dinner at the lodges' grille was our favorite meal all week as well. And they are pet friendly, THANK YOU! This place has it all. Highly recommend staying on property and enjoying all it has to offer. Star watching is incredible. We left our back door open over night to enjoy the sound of the river. Perfect stay in my opinion. Well done Yellowstone Valley Lodge. Anytime we are back in the area, we will book.

My wife and I stayed in May 2024. The room was nice. The service was outstanding. The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially the breakfast chef. The restaurant was great. The location right along the Yellowstone River is wonderful. What a spectacular view!!

We absolutely had a tremendous time at Yellowstone Valley Lodge. Our stay was a last-minute addition because of a cancellation within Yellowstone National Park.. Staff was awesome. The accommodations were very relaxing- right by the Yellowstone river... the food was absolutely fantastic at the grill. It was definitely a nice retreat from the busy park If forever in Montana again we're definitely returning!

I was absolutely amazed by (1) the easy to find location, (2) the kindness of the staff, (3) the fabulous food, and last but not least the comfortable accommodations. Great place to spend my 62nd birthday sipping a wine cooler by the Yellowstone River and enjoying the quiet. The restaurant is highly recommended as well. My husband and I split the Elk loin and it was just enough for dinner with a side salad. The ranch is gorgeous, and the new Event Barn will be a huge positive for anyone having a celebration. We will be back!

Horrible cooked chickn sandwich. Couldnt eat it. Sorry but wont return. Wait staff was pleasant

We had a birthday dinner in the restaurant and it did not disappoint! Stunning views of the river and mountains. Stephanie took excellent care of us and all of the food was outstanding. I had the elk loin which was insanely delicious. Highly recommend to travelers and locals alike.

This is my second time staying here and while the first time was lovely this time there were BED BUGS all over the place! (Cabin 14). Went to the front desk to notify them about the infestation and the staff, including management, refused to humor the idea of bed bugs and kept stating it was a "deer tick". A worker told me that bed bugs are "microscopic and cannot be seen with the naked eye". They also told me that "if there were bed bugs, because they are so small, you would never know". I have included the images of the bed bugs we encountered and the comparisons in this review so that others can be made aware of this infestation that has occurred here and that management is neglecting to take care of. Needless to say, I took my business elsewhere. Had they been truthful we may have reconsidered our options.

Amazing staff, stunning views, and an abundance of wildlife. This location is superb and I can't wait to come back. They offer a variety of lodging options. I stayed in #4 and it was super clean and comfortable. The staff were welcoming and friendly. My stay was during COVID and there was a visual effort to maintain community health and reduce spread. The staff were masked and the place was clean. I had breakfast each morning and the variety of offerings was just enough (and all of them were delicious). There are great hiking and fishing spots nearby. There is a meadow on the property that you can walk for a lovely sunset stroll. Waive to those floating by on the river. A perfect location for a nice getaway.

Visited several months ago for lodging and dining. The room we stayed in was a bit outdated (but clean) and the bed was uncomfortable as the head shagged much lower than the foot. Made for awkward sleeping. The mountain and river view from the room was fantastic. We dined outside on the patio one night. Food and drinks were good. My significant other really enjoyed the server as she gave him matches turned on the fire pit for him to enjoy an after dinner cigar.

We recently visited Montana, and were told that this was the place to go. We were pleased with absolutely everything! The view is beautiful, the setting is quiet and quaint, the Service was spot on and The food was very tasty! You will be completely fine if you dress casual. We spent just under $200 for two of us. So, it is on the higher end of pricing.

The restaurant possibly had some of the best food I have ever had. We had the curried Thai salmon special and beet salad. Excellent excellent meal. We got to the restaurant a few minutes after it had closed - the staff was so nice - they did not let us leave without food. I have never met nicer people and I would travel back to Montana from New York to experience the restaurant again. The ranch is clean, gorgeous views - all the amenities of a 4 star hotel with a very unique experience. 100/100 for experience, cleanliness, niceness. My only regret - wish I stayed there longer.

This place is fantastic. The food and hospitality are second to none. This is the place no matter what you are looking to do in the area, the staff can help you with it. The rooms are clean, comfortable and well cared for.

Excellent meal, I had a filet special and dam was it! Everything including dessert was really great, I wish they had a full bar, would've top everything off.

Incredible food! We were provided with exceptional service! I can't even begin to describe how amazing our bison was but the server was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the meal. She eloquently and in perfect detail went over the menu options for us and was able to explain origin of the meats. If you plan to visit this area make sure that you call for your reservation when you are making your travel plans or lodging accommodations if you want to make sure you'll get a table.

The Lodge has a great view. The cabin was likely to accommodate more than just a couple, so we had two queen beds in our room. The place was pretty clean, minus a few dead bugs. Wasn't that bothered with them. The shower pressure could use some adjusting, felt like I was being fire hosed as a protester. You're about 11-15 minutes away from Livingston and about an hour from Yellowstone National Park. The Grill is AMAZING! Its casual fine dining, so you can wear jeans and eat a steak. They have great wines exclusive to the restaurant that you won't find in a store. I had the tenderloin and my husband had the special which was Ahi Tuna, rare. Both were delicious and I would highly recommend the tenderloin or their sashimi. They fly their fish in fresh from Hawaii. I would also recommend trying the rosemary asiago fries and if you're into red wine, get a bottle of the Balboa. Delicious food and worth the money. This place is my must stop whenever I'm in Montana.

The lodging is great and the food is fantastic! Rooms all have your own patio on the river. Very nice rooms with a view. The food at the restaurant is the best you will find in any big city. Fresh, original and great flavor.

Amazing meal- smoked trout salad, bison over basil mashed potatoes with pancetta... Started with the sashimi (delicious, though tiny), and lamb ribs (mmm) and Asiago fries- everything was delicious. For dessert we loved the chocolate cake with graham cracker ice cream. Service was wonderful, view of the river beautiful, and we enjoyed our desserts around the fire pit outside. A perfect meal!

Food and service was a perfect 10. The pork dish was super moist, cooked perfectly at a medium temperature served with whipped mashed potatoes. The quality of pork was one of the best I've eaten. The restaurant is closed on Monday and last reservation is at 745 pm. If you visit yellowstone, you have to make a stop here for breakfast and especially dinner.

This place has stunning grounds, the huge firepits with deep adirondack chairs being the highlight. You can eat outside with a nice view--another plus. The food and wine are interesting and creative (elk tongue house-made charcuterie, elk tataki, beef larb), but the food lacks a certain polish. Sides don't always compliment mains, even though everything is tasty enough, and the Thai fusion recipes are not quite as good as straight up thai. My husband's elk tenderloin filet was tender and cooked medium rare (he asked for rare) but he found it bland in flavor. All in all I recommend it for its atmosphere, wine list, and good service...and for interesting food that can be a little hit or miss.

Awesome place. Everything was perfect from the view to the staff and the food was spot on.

Very good food, location is just 5 min from my home. Lots and lots of gluten free options..inventive and delicious locally sourced ingredients. Great chef!! OMG the desserts are fantastic! it can get chilly in there so always be prepared with a sweater. I now only wear pants when going there and bring a comfy jacket, especially if you sit outside which has a nice river view with a big owl in the tree. Make a reservation as this is a small venue.

Y'all have to stay here! Best location ever! Cute and cozy cabins right on the Yellowstone River. Pleasant and friendly staff, a delicious farm to table casual fine dining restaurant on site....fishing, free breakfast, fire pits by the river, porches with Adirondack chairs to enjoy the spectacular view and river sounds. Just wow. I'm in awe. A gem.

The food at this place is very good, and the views are FANTASTIC. I don't think anyone could have a bad meal with that setting. Service was excellent. The beer selection was minimal, but it's not that big of a restaurant. They recommend reservations, even for a weekday.

So good to be home. After being in southern Calif for Month and a half the first dinner out was at the YVG. It was outstanding. Thinking I was going to have one of the salads since I am newly vegan I resigned myself to a very light meal while others dined on mouthwatering steaks but was surprised to learn that they had a vegan option, thanks to my server. I do not remember what it was called but it was a rice/ banana/ squash white curry that was just mouthwatering. Thanks again to the Grill for making a meal an experience to be remembered.

Our fishing guide recommended this place and he was dead on! Fabulous fine dining menu and awesome Montana ambience. We enjoyed a bottle of Super Tuscan red from Washington state from their extensive wine list. The fire pit patio provided the perfect setting to enjoy an after dinner drink or dessert (almond brittle is to die for).

As a local, this is my favorite place to celebrate any special occasion. Their sashimi appetizer is always fresh and rotating depending on what they have flown in that day. The wine selection is on point and I have never had a bad dish. They are very accommodating to vegan and vegetarian lifestyles as well, which is nice. Staff and service are always top notch, waitstaff is very knowledgable. The setting is wonderful, right on the river, and the Fourth of July is especially fabulous. A great way to end your evening is enjoying a cigar around the fire pit.

If you drink wine, that's good! You will need it to get through the food. The rib eye was awful. Tough and fatty, although there was added protein in the amount of bugs flying around the table. Just not good and it was pricey. The river was nice.

Great place for fine dining at a decent price. My wife and I both had terrific meals, excellent beer and wine, all served by an attentive and knowledgeable staff. Every bite from appetizer to dessert was impeccably prepared, plated, and served. The bill was surprisingly reasonable given the quality and uniqueness of the food. Book reservations in advance to enjoy this terrific place.

This review is for the Yellowstone Valley Grill which is located at the lodge. We stayed at the Yellowstone Valley Lodge in August for fishing and fun.We ate at the grill three nights and they were closed the fourth night. The restaurant is set overlooking the river and a large pasture, a wonderful setting. The service was fantastic especially Jin. We were always greeted nicely and drinks came quickly. My wife loved the Sashimi Combo appetizer and had it three nights in a row. They had a Ahi Special which she said was very good. I had the trout the first night, very good. The third night I had the Pork Chop and it was also very good. The second night (Saturday) my wife ordered the Lamb Shank and I ordered the Ribeye. Both were just deplorable, overcooked, tough, and the Lamb Shank was very dry. The only explanation I can come up with was that the regular chef was off that day. We also had four breakfasts at the Grill and all three were absolutely wonderful. The only problem with the breakfasts was that there were too many choices and we had to try them all. Overall the experience was perfect and just what we were looking for.Thias

Well worth the drive! This small place, in what seemed to be in the middle of nowhere for a big city guy, was well worth it. It's a cozy place with a great view of the river and mountains. The wine list hit all the bases and priced better than most place we've been. The locally sourced food was perfectly cooked. A small menu that was even able to accommodate our most non-adventurous eater. I highly recommend the beet salad. Enjoy!

The Yellowstone Valley Lodge is an upscale fly fishing lodge plus restaurant situated 150 yards from the Yellowstone river. I had dinner there the other night and had a great experience. The restaurant & small bar are elegant in their simplicity and a wonderful place to relax inside or just outside in the patio overlooking the river. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere ...very approachable. It is about a 15-18 minute drive from downtown Livingston through the very pleasant Paradise Valley. It is worth the drive.

My family found this place by total chance on our way back to Bozeman from Yellowstone because we were starving and looking to grab some dinner. I'm surprised there aren't more yelp reviews because we all agreed it was some of the best food we've had in a while (and we are hardcore foodies from SF/NY). We got there right at 9 pm as they were technically closing, and were told that it was reservation only, but managed to convince the manager to seat us anyways (the initial snootiness is the only reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 stars). But the food totally made up for it- everything was perfectly cooked and presented. We enjoyed the sashimi, indian-spiced chicken, and ahi tuna in particular. We also had a few vegetarians and they were able to whip up an amazing coconut curry that wasn't on the menu. The desserts were also fantastic (my little brother is still dreaming of that graham cracker ice cream)! The restaurant is located right next to a shady looking Inn but don't let that fool you, because the place itself is really beautiful and right next to the river with a great outdoor seating area. It's definitely a little fancy and they made a kind of big deal about it being reservation only, but in the end, the staff were super nice and our waiter was great. Definitely would recommend if you're driving from Yellowstone to MT looking for a nice sit down dinner!

The location is unmatched, but I was very disappointed in the way we were were treated when we arrived. They placed us at the furthest table from anyone else, in a corner next to a grease trap where there were no lights. That soured my mood from the start. I was also disappointed in the food quality for the price, after all the great things we'd heard. Our steaks were lukewarm when they arrived, and fairly tasteless. The waitress was nice enough, but overall I was very disappointed. Not worth the money.

Another delicious meal. We had the ponzu entree for an appetizer, excellent. I had the strip, excellent. My daughter had chicken and actually ate it, excellent. Overall, excellent.

One our top five meals ever-in the company of New York, California and Seattle restaurants. Beautiful and fresh farm-to-table ingredients, prepared with care, presented without pretension. The rib eye was amazing and the asparagus was damn good. Great wines, great staff, skilled chef. Can't wait to come back to Montana.

Wonderful meal - presentation, flavor and service all outstanding. The halibut might have been the best we have had-would eat here again. Atmosphere on the patio also was memorable. Don't miss this one on your vacation.

Excellent food, service, and surroundings. Two meals with wine ran $89 before tip.

AMAZING. This place is incredible. We worked with Jim, the manager, to reserve almost the entire place as the main hotel for our out-of-town guests for our destination wedding. He was a pleasure to work with, was incredibly helpful and beyond accommodating to our requests. We can't speak highly enough of him or the staff that works there. The cabins are right on the Yellowstone River and the views are to die for. In fact, the place is so gorgeous, my husband and I decided to stay on site in cabins with our respective bridal parties rather than stay at the family ranch where we were having our wedding! The Cozy Cabins are basically stand-alone hotel rooms, nothing too fancy, but with the views and private decks, you're not going to get a better experience anywhere else. The Absorka cabins are newer, much bigger, and absolutely stunning. There is also a relatively new bunk house that holds more people, which is where the groomsmen stayed, and it's perfect for a big group that wants a little more privacy. Due to scheduling craziness, we didn't get a chance to eat at the restaurant, but many of our guests did (including quite a few food snobs) and sent us nothing but rave reviews.

Our family celebrated my wife's 70th birthday at the grill. Everything was just about perfect top to bottom, from the apps to the desserts, and the wine selection was terrific. The service was friendly and efficient. The view from the outside table was gorgeous And special thanks to Chef Marcos who made a special accommodation for us. The evening will be remembered for years to come.

This is a wonderful hidden gem. The best place for great food in the area. The ambiance is wonderful & so nostalgic. You sit looking over the Yellowstone River with these really neat fire pits in your sight where u can go sit around for an after dinner drink & just enjoy your party & conversation or cozy up to ur "date". Always a lovely evening!!

WOW. We just "found" this place on our weekend RV trip to Paradise Valley, MT this weekend. GREAT food, friendly service, wonderful outdoor seating (a bit hot inside this time of year....and besides, unless I HAD to sit inside, I'd be outside on the covered deck enjoying the spectacular views. You can relax with a drink in the reclining chairs they put out on the hill overlooking the river. Cool! I had their rib-eye and fries (lots, and good ones), cooked to perfection with a great horseradish sauce. My wife had the Montana pork chop prime rib with asparagus, sweet potato whip, etc.....very good. We both had small leftover "doggie bags" that was enjoyable the next day. Food presentations were great.... looks like on TV (ala' Iron Chefs). We were too full for desert, but their pastry chef has worked at several great restaurants over the years, so I suspect deserts are wonderful too. We WILL be back next trip. (looks like some neat little cabins (two queen beds...not too little, I guess, too.) Decks from the cabins look right out over the Yellowstone. We are RV'ers though.

We were driving back home after a day in YNP, and tried to call to see if they had a table for us. We had heard about the place from locals, who raved about the location and food. After 4 tries we gave up, and just dropped in. It was close to 8, and all the tables occupied, but they promised us a table in about 15 minutes. We were seated outside (as was everyone); they have a giant heat lamp so it was quite comfortable. Then: nothing for 10 minutes. However, the views are great, there was a full moon rising behind the mountains, and we had our water to drink! Once service started it was fine. We ordered the beef tenderloin and the bison tenderloin, and they were absolutely wonderful. The bison tenderloin came with the best green beans I have ever had! One great plus here, almost everything is gluten free, only the hamburger bun and the like are not, always nice for the celiacs amongst us! There was lemon chiffon cake (yes, gluten free!) and it sounded so good we both had it, and were not disappointed. It came with lemon curd and with coconut ice cream (substitution with huckleberry was cheerfully made for the coconut challenged) and it was soo delicious. Planning to make a special trip for the next meal! We'll call ahead a couple of days and leave a message about a reservation!

Horrible experience. We tried to dine here on August 7. We arrived without a reservation and they were booked, but one of the servers said they were happy to serve us in the bar area. When we sat down, the waitress immediately told us it would be slow because they were full. We said that was fine, but should have immediately left given that was essentially how she greeted us. I wish we caught her name so we could later call the manager, as her service, or lack thereof, got worse. She came by a few minutes later to get our drink order. We ordered a bottle of wine and when she brought it, we asked if there were specials not listed on the menu. She replied with: "There are, but I need to see what those with reservations are ordering to see what is left." I understand we did not have a reservation, but they said they could accommodate us. They seemed to forget we were paying customers, reservations or not. We began drinking the wine, feeling like second class citizens as we were marked as "the ones without reservations." When other guests arrived - with reservations, thankfully for them - the other server had trouble with another worker confirming the couple was their next reservation. Clearly this restaurant cannot accommodate a full house and definitely can't handle walk-ins. Nor did they want walk-ins based on how we were treated, so not sure why they said they could accommodate. Had they simply said "sorry, but we are full" we would have understood and left, wanting to come back another time. But they didn't. 35 minutes passed and the waitress had not stopped back by to take our order or even refill our wine glasses or even say a word as she passed by us again and again. We decided to give up. We left the exact amount of cash for the wine, took the bottle, and walked out. No one said a word to us. The menu looked good, but the service was anything but. I hope this was an off night for them, but I know we will not be back and I do not recommend this place. It's not worth the risk of such a poor experience.

Yes, it's hard to get reservations here, but well worth pursuing. The locals highly recommended this place and told us to sit at the bar if we couldn't get a reservation, which is what we ended up doing. The food was the best we had on our trip (1 month in the NW) - rib-eye steak and trout dishes. The beet salad was excellent and new. The chef really knows how to meld different flavors with an experienced hand. They have a great wine selection as well. Their popularity allows them to be rigid about their reservation policy, however, they really need to work on it. Although we were told that their reservations were full and sat at the bar by arriving at 5:30 (their opening time), when we left at 7:20 about 50% of the tables still had no one sitting at them. We've been to many restaurants in Chicago, NY, SF much more in demand, that give your reservation up if you are more than 15 minutes late. It's something to think about when you are so popular, serve those that are there and eager, not those that show no respect by not showing up or showing up late for their reservations. That being said, we were very happy sitting at the bar and the wait service was excellent!

This place has it all! Great location with lovely views, casual atmosphere, and some of the best food in Montana!

Hate to give it 4 rather than 5 because the place is really wonderful. However, at their prices, hope they will pay attention. When the menu describes a dish, the kitchen folks need to pay attention and put ALL of the ingredients into the dish. For example, our kale salad was missing the described Wisconsin blue cheese. Not a tragedy, but certainly a missing piece. The scene is gorgeous and the food delicious. Another suggestion to management: when you have a dinner special and it is described, please tell the customer the price since the item is not on the menu and since it is the most expensive item you serve that evening.

Amazing lamb appetizer....really amazing. Beautiful setting. Great service. Everything we devoured was outstanding. Go there.

If you want an extraordinary combination of ambiance and fine dining, the Yellowstone Valley Grill is your kind of place!! It is located on the banks of the Yellowstone River in the heart of the stunning Paradise Valley north of Yellowstone Park between Gardiner and Livingston, MT. There is outdoor seating, and on a mild summer evening, there is no more beautiful place to relax and dine. The service is excellent, and the cuisine is exceptional! The chef works wonders with unique food combinations and seasonings to create superb flavors, textures and colors -- the plate is a work of art, and the palate is delighted! The chef accommodated food intolerances with thoughtfulness and grace. The wine list is certainly adequate and reasonably priced. I can't wait to return!

Amazing dinner experience in the most beautiful setting. Could not go wrong with any choice on the menu, wine was amazing and the service was outstanding. We sat out by the fire pit after dinner and enjoyed the wildlife and beautiful evening. Even after the restaurant had closed, we were not rushed to leave by the staff. I would recommend this restaurant and lodging to anyone one their way to or from Yellowstone.

We were on vacation in Montana and I asked a friend there to recommend a nice place to have my boyfriend's birthday dinner. I was looking for a scenic location along the Yellowstone and she suggested the Yellowstone Valley Grill. Our meal was amazing as were the views. I am not one to try many new things, but the pork chop I ordered was just amazing. I knew I would like the pork chop, but the brie whipped potatoes and the peach concoction around that was just amazing. My boyfriend had a steak. He said he didn't even need his knife to cut it and he was raving about the flavor of the four little almonds that topped his dish. If a chef takes that much time to flavor a small accompaniment such as a few almonds (he explained the process to us and it was quite detailed), then can you imagine the time he spends on the main entree? We were very impressed and I was actually shocked when the bill arrived. A meal like we had at the Yellowstone Valley Grill would have been double the price in NYC and probably would not have tasted as good. What a great experience. Can't wait to return next year!