Hotels in Bozeman

Bozeman has a full complement of chain motels, most just off I-90. In addition to the places listed below, you can stay at the Best Western GranTree Inn, 1325 N. 7th Ave., Bozeman, MT 59715 (tel. 800/624-5865 or 406/587-5261); the Fairfield Inn, 828 Wheat Dr., Bozeman, MT 59715 (tel. 406/587-2222); and the Hampton Inn, 75 Baxter Lane, Bozeman, MT 59715 (tel. 406/522-8000). The above are all at I-90 exit 306, and have rates for two in the $80-to-$150 range. Newer is the Hilton Garden Inn, 2023 Commerce Way (tel. 877/782-9444 or 406/582-9900), south of I-90, exit 305, with double rates of $99 to $179. The lodge-inspired accommodations feature thoughtful amenities such as in-room exercise kits and a lobby pantry. I also like Bozeman's Western Heritage Inn, within walking distance of downtown, 1200 E. Main St. (tel. 800/877-1094 or 406/586-8534), with double rates of $60 to $120. Another option is the cozy 1920s Cooper Park Cottage, 401 S. 5th Ave. (tel. 406/586-2012), which rents for $100 to $125 double.

Camping

The Bozeman KOA (tel. 406/587-3030) is the area's largest campground, with sites for 100 RVs and 50 tents. It is adjacent to a natural hot-springs pool (which charges a separate fee), laundry, store, and a variety of other amenities. It is located 7 miles south of Belgrade on U.S. 191, with sites from $27 to $45 and basic cabins for $63 to $73 double. There are also numerous places to camp in the Gallatin National Forest; contact the Bozeman Ranger District, 3710 Fallon St., Ste. C, Bozeman, MT 59718 (tel. 406/522-2520; www.fs.fed.us/r1/gallatin), for details.