Hotels in Jackson

Jackson, Wyoming: Gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone

Jackson sits in the valley of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, at roughly 6,237 feet elevation, flanked by the Teton Range to the west and the Gros Ventre Range to the east. Grand Teton National Park begins just 5 miles north of the town square, and the south entrance to Yellowstone National Park lies 57 miles from downtown. That proximity to two national parks within a single day drive makes Jackson one of the most visited small towns in the American West, drawing over 3 million visitors annually.

Where to Stay in Jackson

Most hotels cluster around Town Square — the four-block center marked by elk-antler arches — or along Broadway and Cache Street. A secondary hotel corridor follows Teton Village Road toward Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, 12 miles northwest, which offers 2,500 skiable acres and a 4,139-foot vertical drop. Travelers visiting primarily for skiing often base themselves in Teton Village to avoid the resort shuttle. Summer visitors focused on wildlife and hiking typically prefer downtown, within walking distance of restaurants on Millward Street and the National Museum of Wildlife Art.

Practical Tips

• Getting there: Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) sits inside Grand Teton National Park, 9 miles north of town — the only U.S. commercial airport inside a national park.
• Seasons: Peak summer runs June–August; ski season typically December–April. Book 60–90 days ahead for either window.
• Altitude: At 6,237 feet, allow 24–48 hours to acclimatize before strenuous hikes.