When you stay at Rainbow Ranch Lodge in Gallatin Gateway, you'll be on a river, just steps from Gallatin National Forest and Gallatin River. .This hotel is 14.6 mi (23.6 km) from Big Sky Resort and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Warren Miller Performing Arts Center.
What's nearby
Big Sky Community Park - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
Big Sky Town Center - 12 min drive - 17.8 km
Big Sky Golf Course - 13 min drive - 16.3 km
Ousel Falls Park - 17 min drive - 20.9 km
Big Sky Resort - 22 min drive - 27.4 km
Getting around
Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Tips Up - 11 min drive
Cowboy Coffee Co. - 11 min drive
Gallatin Riverhouse Grill - 3 min drive
Blue Moon Bakery - 11 min drive
The Rocks Tasting Room and Liquor Store - 11 min drive
About this property
Rainbow Ranch Lodge
Rainbow Ranch Lodge offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
This Gallatin Gateway hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 21 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Rainbow Ranch Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10 AM.
Rainbow Ranch Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Fishing
Hot tub
Playground
Family friendly
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Firepit
In the mountains
On a river
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
3 buildings
Banquet hall
Fireplace in lobby
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic drinking straws
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Access via exterior corridors
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per stay
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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Rainbow Ranch Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 234 out of 346 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 346 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 346 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 346 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 346 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
5 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rainbow Ranch Lodge exceeded all my expectations! The staff were amazing, the suite was unbelievable! (3 fireplaces and a bidet!!)
Cynthia
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Olivia
30 Dec 2025
We had a great stay at Rainbow Ranch Lodge and loved the beautiful setting!! It felt like we almost had the entire place to ourselves, which made it very peaceful and relaxing. The only downside was the breakfast experience, which felt a bit dry, and a few moments when service was delayed because staff were chatting with other guests. Overall, a lovely stay and we’d gladly return.
The property was clean, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and had a pretty river view. Dinner could have been better for the price and they were operating on a limited staff due to being off season (cleaning room). No perks for being a Platinum Expedia member. The property is a great option for the area.
The facilities were wonderful. The suite was inviting, comfortable & felt like home. The lodge was tastefully done & welcoming. We enjoyed the property amenities especially the hot tub! Would definitely recommend!
Excellent place to stay !! The rooms are great, breakfast was very good each day. The staff is helpful, knowledgeable of the area and very friendly. The dinner service is excellent and the chef creates incredible dishes from scratch. We took our son for his 21st. birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best meal he ever had. The bar is well stocked and the wine list is extensive with great wines. The wine list has a very wide price range and Juan will help you choose an excellent bottle to go with your meal. If you are fly fishing the Galatan river or going to visit Yellowstone from the west yoou should stay here.
Almost hate to tell people about this but literally a treasure in the Yellowstone and Big Sky region. Service, food and especially rooms are top notch. Close to a Yellowstone and great amenities close like ATV, horse rides, fishing and rafting
A truly wonderful property on the Gallatin River. The staff were very friendly. Moved us to a riverside room at no extra charge for our two nights. Bartender was great. Dinner was excellent. And they have amazing wine list. The place offers the Montana Big Sky feel. Would definitely return.