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Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Fremont - ID · United States

4825 Bootjack Dr.View location

8.4/10Excellent290 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.0/108.0
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

With a stay at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone in Island Park, you'll be 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Henrys Lake and 18.9 mi (30.3 km) from Yellowstone Park West Entrance. This hotel is 18.9 mi (30.3 km) from Yellowstone National Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 individually furnished guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Bathrooms with showers are provided. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Parking available
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 48 hours Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Caribou-Targhee National Forest 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Henrys Lake State Park 6 km / 3.7 mi
Henrys Lake 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Island Park Golf Course 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Mack's Inn Playhouse 11.7 km / 7.2 mi
Gallatin National Forest 15.1 km / 9.4 mi
Big Springs 15.8 km / 9.8 mi
Two Top Mountain 17.9 km / 11.1 mi
Island Park Reservoir 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Tweedy Lake 22.1 km / 13.7 mi
Island Park Dam 22.1 km / 13.7 mi
Madison River 25 km / 15.6 mi
Hebgen Lake 25.6 km / 15.9 mi
Purple Haze 29.5 km / 18.3 mi
In & Out 29.5 km / 18.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

8.4
Excellent
290 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
29 Jul 2026
Tara
I hate having to write a bad review for here because the people are so nice and friendly! So, I have camped before and knew this would be a camping experience. However, this place was not for me for several reasons:
1. The number of working toilets for the entire property was just not acceptable. There were only 2 for the ladies and 1 for the men. The bathhouse was closed for repairs and they had trailer bathrooms, 1 stall out of order for ladies. The guests were not educated on how to flush them so they were often full of excrement and pee. Kids shaking the doors while you are trying to go because they are needing it urgently.
2. The bedding is cute but has microfiber sheets. I cannot stand microfiber sheets. This price and advertising was for “luxury.” Microfiber sheets are cheap and feel like sleeping between two sheets of plastic and you will wake up sweaty, stinky, and gross. Consider getting decent sheets. 100% cotton
3. The solar power batteries in the tents cannot run a CPAP machine. This info is buried in an email and not disclosed on Hotels.com. Not a deal breaker for me because I can go a night without mine but some can’t.
4. The futon in our Tee pee (#5) was embarrassingly bad. Couldn’t even sit on it without the metal digging into us.
5. Noise from the interstate was super loud

Pros: The tee pees were really clean, well designed and dry even during thunderstorm. No bugs. Well cared for, but not for us again at that price.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2026
Brianna
Could hear elk in the mornings!
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
sasha
Very cool experience, clean site
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jul 2026
Trinh
N/A
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2026
Samantha
Clean, well kept property. Great area and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The water and power went out twice while we stayed there and the staff did a great job of getting on fixing it right away
4/10
Poor
25 Jul 2026
Lizelle
Tent inside was okay. Beds were comfortable … toilets and showers were dirty. No toilet paper. No warm showers. No landing at the tent and it rained so there was a lot of mud puddles. Toilets was relatively far away from tent and with the rain it was too muddy to walk so we had to drive every time we wanted to go. Concept is great but I think with the price I paid I expected more.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2026
Brenda
Excellent
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Karen
Great experience. Carpet and comfortable bed in a tent
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
Priyadarshini
Very helpful staff, kind folks. Stargazing was brilliant
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2026
Evaughn
If you’re looking at this property, go ahead and book! It was charming, rustic, and awesome! The beds were soft and the bedding was luxurious. I wish we could have stayed a few extra days, but Yellowstone was calling!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Lara
Loved the luxury bell unit we stayed in, very cozy nice vibes. Loved that showers and restrooms we available even though you were having those fixed because of the winter months. You guys honestly have everything perfect to make a comfortable space away from home. Incredible views, helpful staff, beautiful wildflowers, area for communal fire which was awesome. Eve the carbine monoxide monitor under the bed for the propane heaters! I will definitely stay here again if I get the chance!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Allisa
I’ve always wanted to stay in a tipi! It was very comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Such a fun experience in a beautiful area!
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2026
Linda
Lovely site, pretty wildflowers. Yurt clean and tidy.

Highway traffic noise kept me awake.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Yvonne
Staff was great, nice beds.
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2026
Derek
Tents are nice and very well done. Check in is smooth. Community fire pit sucks and no place near the tent for picnic bench or fire.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Elizabeth
Great property. The luxury tents were very nice! Staff was friendly and helpful.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
Raymond
Be prepare if it rain, it may leak but overall, the experience was positive.
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2026
Jun
Good
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Ivan
This was a new and unique experience for our family, so some of our experience is a result of lack of understanding and not necessarily negative reflection of the resort.
We’ve been camping before, but did not know if staying in a tipi was a similar experience. A tent is basically sealed on all sides, but the tipi actually was literally open to the elements at the bottom in some places. This wasn’t a problem, we just didn’t realize that. It had just rained before we arrived and although it repels most of the water, some can still get in. Again this wasn’t a problem, just part of the learning experience. The roads on the property are the only thing I might recommend an improvement on. I think they could use more gravel applied. When it rains they don’t provide reliable grip for driving. There were several times I was genuinely concerned I might get stuck as our van was sliding often.
From what we could see, the property looked beautiful, and the staff was pleasant, and helpful. I could see they were working hard to provide a wonderful experience for their guests. Some of the amenities were being renovated, so it was understandable that they weren’t necessarily up to their full standards. We didn’t stay long, but I think we would definitely consider coming back again.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
01 Jul 2026
Malena Kathleen
It could have been worse, but I can't recommend it to others.
Communal bathrooms are fine, but there is only one bathroom building for the entire property, so it's a long walk. The water also didn't work in either the sinks or the showers (the toilets still worked, if you know what I mean).
None of the roads are paved, so it's a long, muddy walk to and from the facilities. There is also no heat. That was fine for us because we had plenty of blankets, but I think it's something potential guests should know.
The tents do have electricity, but because the property is off the grid, it's powered by batteries that didn't last through the night.
Finally, our tent was okay, but it rained a lot while we were there, and the teepees leak—badly. I mean your beds get soaked. The family tent only had a few spots that dripped, but I was told that if you're staying in a teepee, there's nothing the staff can do about the leaks.
I did get to see a moose there though and that was amazing!!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Travis
Such a fun place to stay! We stayed in the Teepee with our 5 boys and they were in Heaven. The teepees leak a bit when it rains, mostly around the door.

The shared cooking space had a stove and a grill along with all the pots and pans you would need. You need to bring your own utensils.

They have a camp fire each night that the staff lights and takes care of, and they offer a complimentary s’more kit (1 per person). The cooling area is right beside the fire pit, where they also have tetherball, horse shoes, soccer ball, corn hole, swing set… It was one of the boys highlights to eat dinner, have a fire with s'mores, and playing games with the other families around the camp.

The staff was amazing! Super helpful, informative, and very kind.
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2026
MINYOUNG
I liked everything except the part about it feeling cold.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jun 2026
Johanna
The tipi was very nice and beds were very comfortable. The bathrooms and showers were terrible. The bathrooms were full and needed to be emptied. The showered were better but had no hot water
Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
jodi
Beds were super comfy. We stayed in tipi. It was very cute....lots of room and was warm. Only problems we had were when it rained it went under the door way and got floor boards and anything by it wet and shower water was inconsistent...one time it was warm another it was ice cold. I was the only one in there at the time. Staff was really nice and helpful. We had a great time and would stay again.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Michael
THE BEST BEDS! Also SO fun instead of a basic hotel. Even in pouring rain, thunder & lightening our family was comfy & cozy!

Thoughtful camp amenities for cooking, good fire pit area and complete with hammocks and things to climb/play on for the kids. While the showers were down, they brought in the comfort bathrooms/shower trailers.

Great and fun stay that was incredibly comfortable! We would definitely pick this next time we are in town.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Donald
Our tent was very, clean! Great staff, so helpful. Was nice to open the upper covers to view the stars and moon at night. Highly recommend for a very unique and unforgettable experience!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2026
Mette
The tent was fine except that it leaked during a rain storm at night so we woke up wet. If lucky, the showers were warm, sometimes the water was cold. Charming location close to West Yellowstone.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Jun 2026
Tim
The only issue was the height of the grass. It was over 3 feet tall all around our tent
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
steven
Wonderful place, quite and peaceful with amazing staff that were so helpful and fun.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Heidi
Me and my family loved staying here! I would definitely recommend it to others! The staff was amazing. The places were very clean and comfortable.!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Sydney
Super fun and cute vibe. The nightly community bonfire was a nice touch, and the tipi/grounds in general were as clean as you could expect. We stayed in 5 different places during this trip and Starlight Retreat was the favorite of my children - we will likely return again in the future when able.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Kristen
Love this outdoor retreat! It had a nice community area with activities for families. The tent was great, simple and very comfortable. The staff was wonderful
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Yile
spacious tent, mattresses are firm, towels and shampoo are povided, bath room and and toilet room are separated, which were important considering we were out in the wild a lot - my wife loved it (compared to other tent/wagon properties in Yellowstone / Grand Teton area). The staff is helpful, and their management is not strict but generous, including for us to use the outdoor kitchen. Keep in mind though, this is a retreat style lodge, so no provide bath room, and access to the public restroom and room could a pain in the neck, especially in the rainy season and everybody were waiting for the toilets, and the hot water in the shower is not stable!!
We bought a electric hot pot, which could be an excellent idea for self cooking. However, the battery provided by the property was not powerful enough to power our hot pot. so keep it in mind.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Gregory
Sleeping in a tipi is fantastic
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Leah
This place is a gem! Our safari tent was plenty roomy and kept us so cozy in the cool night. Memories made! Thank you!!
Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Josh
The tent we stayed in was clean and comfortable for our family of 5. Close walking distance to bathrooms and showers. Would stay again!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 May 2026
Jaime
We recently stayed at Starlight Retreat and had a mixed but memorable experience. The tent itself was super cute and offered a fun glamping atmosphere. We did notice a few patched areas on the tent, but nothing that took away from the charm.

One issue was that the power generator wasn't working during our stay, which meant we had no lamp and no way to charge devices or plug anything in. Since we visited in May, the nights were also quite cold, and that made the experience a bit challenging.

I think this type of stay is probably better suited for adventurous travelers. Our group included my elderly parents (mid 60s), my aunt (mid 70s), and my 6-year-old child, so the lack of power and colder temperatures were harder on some members of our group than they might be for others. That said, my kid absolutely loved it and probably had the most fun of anyone there.

Overall, it's a unique and charming place with a lot of character. Just be prepared for a more rustic experience, especially if you're traveling with older family members or young children.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2026
Toni
Tents, beds, bathrooms and showers were clean. Shower water wasn’t hot for very long but that may have been user error. We couldn’t find our mini power station, but we could live without it. Plenty of blankets to keep warm at night. Very convenient that towels, firewood and other cooking needs were provided.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2025
Suzanne
Loved it!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Lenore
Our stay at Starlight Retreat—it was hands down one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and a peaceful vibe that instantly made us feel at home.

The Tent We stayed in one of the Safari Tents, and wow—this was not camping. It was luxury in the woods. The bed was incredibly comfortable (I slept better than I do at home), and the decor was rustic yet stylish. We had electricity, cozy lighting, and even a little sitting area to enjoy our morning coffee.

The Setting The location is unreal. You’re surrounded by pine trees and open skies, and at night, the stars are breathtaking. We watched the Milky Way stretch across the sky—no light pollution, just pure magic.

The People The staff were amazing. And the bathrooms…definitely not what I expected! Much better! Felt like I was in a normal restroom!

Final Thoughts If you’re looking for a place that blends nature, comfort, and genuine hospitality, this is it. We left feeling refreshed, inspired, and already planning our next trip back. Starlight Retreat isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to reconnect with nature and yourself.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Nicole

Fantastic experience at a great price!

Wonderful property and staff. Instructions and directions were clear. Property was easy to find and in great location at a terrific price. Within 20 minutes of Yellowstone, restuarants, and shops. Safari tent was nice with comfortable beds and bedding. Nights were chilly but plenty of blankets were provided that kept us perfectly warm. Staff is friendly and helpful and work hard to keep the property in great condition. Bathrooms were clean and stocked and plenty of towels provided. Loved our stay, would definitely stay again when back in the area.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2025
Jose
What a great experience! Bed was so comfortable and there was plenty of blankets to keep us warm all night!

The firepit was cool! Being able to meet other people was awesome!

Thank you!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2025
Lukasz
Nice property, clean tipi , good bathrooms, showers weak water pressure - but clean
Would be nice if would be private campfire pit
Far from main road but still loud/all day and night - you will hear cars
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Alice
Maddie was very welcoming at check in, she made sure we got bear spray, (just incasd) and
Towels to shower with. The nught was peaceful and the stars were amazing! We loved the mountain air. The morning we left. BLAKE got my attention and showed me aome moose, and he let me get my daughter so she could see them, sleeping not to far away from our yurt!

If you love sleeping under the stars, i recommend this place.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2025
Addie
I loved it I thought it was cute and clean I would stay there again!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Sallyanne
Loved this unique “camping” experience.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Jacinta
Super comfortable bed and cozy.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2025
dawn
Paths could be a little bit more lit up for ease of access, besides that it was a wonderful experience.
2/10
Poor
11 Aug 2025
Alicia
The room itself was cute, but that’s where it ends.
They had a portable bathroom/shower facility that offered 3 showers with toilets & one with a toilet, no shower. They gave you one towel & asked you to reuse it. You had to walk down a dusty path to get there so the floors in the bathrooms were always muddy. There were not enough to accommodate the amount of guests. People were always waiting outside for someone else to come out.
As for the water in the showers, you may or may not have any hot water or no water at all.
We were scheduled to stay for 5 days.. we only made it 2 and found a more accommodating place.
Since leaving, they have opened their new bathhouses that have more space for guests & are up to date.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
10 Aug 2025
Rachel
It was a nice experience. The staff are friendly and reliable. However, who ever decided to install the bathroom mirror all the way up so no one can see their faces needs a pay cut. The actual Tipi is clean and they provided adequate blanket/ comforter for the freezing weather in the morning. Overall the experience is unique and I would still recommend this place.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Irene
Nothing else to say except: book this place for your next trip to the National Park and you won’t regret it! The best experience of my life!!!
Thank you so much❤️
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Perfect Glamping Experience

It was a wonderful stay. It was so comfortable, lots of space and all around fantastic.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2025
Christopher
We loved the tipi. The beds were so comfortable, check in was super easy. The roads could be improved, we had a mini-van and driving to and from our site was tough, trying to avoid all the potholes.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Janna
The staff was awesome and everything was exactly as advertised. Definitely will be back!
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Brittany
I loved this staying here! We had our 8 month old with us and we were able to get the feeling of camping with the convenience of having a safe indoor area for her. And I loved that even though we were out and away from everything, it was still only a 10 minute drive to the store! It was perfect!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2025
Bruck
Everything
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2025
Irene
Great experience! There were no stores nearby, so bring your water/snacks. Also, bring some chairs if you want to spend time outside your tent. The bed was comfortable, and the staff were wonderful.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
29 Jul 2025
Timothy
Its not Glamping its camping, nothing convenient, bathroooms showers were too far. Dirt road, then grass road to place. Didn't even stay there. Left.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
28 Jul 2025
Niklas
The tents are nice including beds. The remainder is disgusting and for the money paid we felt ripped off. Toilets and so showers are dirty and every other camp site has more convenient. The entire property is without any development. Just rough, dusty land. Any facility is improvised and of lowest quality. Calling this glamping and requesting this amount of money is a tourist trap. Do not go there.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
MARIA
Perfect plan for family vacation
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Lya Hazereth
Great glamping experience. I will do it again. Hot showers, clean bathroom
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Khizer
The property was nice overall. The staff were very nice snd very cooperative. The tents were nice and cozy. There is just one thing that beeds to be inproved is the number of bugs in the tent. There were like a 3 dozen spiders so need to do somethig avout that.

The bedding was great. The tents were spacious.

There was nice common bonfire area for everyone to sit and chat and do different activities which was very nice.

The bathrooms were well maintained and there was abundant hot water for showers as well.

The location was also nice and close to shopping areas maybe a 8 to 10 minute drive

All in all i would rate the experience at 4 out of 5.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2025
Erika
Charming. Very clean. Mattresses felt brand new and so comfy. There was so much going on and things to do at the campground, my kids never once complained about the lack of electronic use. Of our 8 day road trip, this was our very favorite night.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2025
William
Perfect place
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Jennifer
The staff was so friendly! I love the concept and the whole experience!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Adarsh
Nice stay
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Christian
Our stay at Starlight was incredible on ever front!
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
15 Jul 2025
Fab

Avoid at All Costs – A Nightmare Stay for Families

We booked 3 nights. We left after 1. That should tell you everything.

This place is a disaster if you're looking for a relaxing family getaway. It’s not worth your money, your time, or your sanity. Here’s why:

* Misleading Photos: What you see online is not what you get. The tent looked clean and cozy in the pictures — in reality, it was worn down and far from spotless.

* Filthy Bathrooms: Only one working toilet in the morning, and the floor was disgusting. Not what you want to deal with on vacation.

* Severely Underequipped: They don’t tell you this, but there are only a handful of bathrooms for the entire camp. Expect long waits and no hot water depending on the time as it may run out
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* Freezing Cold at Night: The bed was warm, but the tent? Ice box. Gaps in the wooden floor and open tent edges let in freezing air all night. I’ve had better insulation in a $50 camping tent.

* Bugs Galore: Because the tent isn’t sealed properly, we had spiders crawling in all night. We killed at least five — and found more. If you hate bugs, run.

*Highway Noise All Night: The place is right next to a busy highway. So instead of peace and quiet, you’ll fall asleep to the sound of traffic. Not exactly a “retreat”.

We tried to cancel the moment we arrived and saw the reality. No luck. We gave it a shot, but after one miserable night, we packed up and left.

Bottom line: This place is all style, no substance. If you value comfort, cleanliness, and piece of mind — look elsewhere.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
Tim

Spacious Tent, Fun Experience

Nicest bed I slept in for this vacation! It felt great to wake up out in the wilderness and go to Yellowstone.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
11 Jul 2025
Carlos
All beds
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Hallie
Friendly staff, comfy bed, good, clean bathrooms, definitely would go back. Perfect distance from West Yellowstone.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Jul 2025
Bowen
need to reuse the towels
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Katie
We would stay here time and time again. I love that we got the camping experience without all the stress of packing/setting up/putting away camp gear! The beds and linens were so comfortable. Staff was super nice and even got a fire going after a big storm. Loved it and wk recommend to all our friends!
Leisure
2/10
Poor
03 Jul 2025
James

You get nothing for an extremely high price

Very expensive for a dirty hit with no electricity no WiFi no breakfast and no bathroom.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2025
Phillip
Tent and beds were great! Really enjoyed the atmosphere! Met great people at the campfire!

The bathroom and shower trailer accommodations were subpar and not sufficient for the amount of people staying. 2 out of 3 shower attempts there was no hot water. These were not during peak times (one late at night and one early morning).

Improve these accommodations and its a 5star!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Carrie
Family teepee was a good size, clean and well stocked with blankets. Staff was great and the bonfire with smores was fun. Cornhole, tether ball and swings were fun. Restrooms and showers were clean and there were a good number of them. Great experience!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2025
Navdeep
Amazing experience. Best Glamping. Good amenities. Close proximity to West Yellowstone staff was very friendly.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2025
Jeremy

Great blend of roughing it & glamping

This stay was almost as good as it could be for what it is - creature comfort mixed with an actual camping experience. We got a safari tent for our family of 5.

Cons: Toilet trailers were busy and at times overflowing (staff did address). Dirt roads were extremely bumpy and need filled.

Pros: A great camping experience with less work. The beds were super comfy and solar power to charge phones is great. Feeling off off grid without losing main comforts major plus.

We only stayed one night but I have 0 regrets on our choice and we camp both in our camper and plenty of tent camping experience.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2025
daniel

Nice but overpriced

The place was nice
The room was good and clean
But the whole campground using the same toilets and bathroom which arent the cleanest and i had to drive my kids there overtime they need toilet or bathroom (cold and dark at night)
Ny real issue was the price for value they charge more then hotel but giving me a facilities of camping


Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
John
Great place close to Yellowstone
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2025
Timothy
Nice place, exactly as stated camping with a little convenience
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2025
Gail
We paid for gas heater due to temp getting down to mid 30's and the gas tank they brought was maybe half full, and the gas ran out at 2 AM and we packed up to leave due to being cold and accdently left some of our stuff, as the solar lights were dim and it was hard to see. We called and asked about our stuff and they said they never found it
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

Terrible property.

Bathrooms are horrible. There is no way we can use the bathrooms. Water is super cold in bathrooms. There is no electricity in the property. Campfire closes even before it. Is dark. Tents are super cold. My whole family had to wear thick jackets even while sleeping.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
26 Jun 2025
Melissa
There was an unexpected snow fall in the area and when we got there the property was a muddy mess and all the teepees were covered in snow. We checked in and went to our teepee and it was caved in from the snow and leaking, then we were offered another tent and it was leaking and wet as well. We even had to use the ice scraper we had in our vehicle to get the snow scraped off enough to get into the teepee. It didn’t look like any attempt had been made to clean up the property after the snowfall. We weee also told we would have to pay to rent a propane heater to try to keep warm. When we went back and said this was unacceptable they would only give us half our money back!! We also had to find another place to stay at the last minute. I feel like since the property was uninhabitable we should not have had to pay anything and gotten a total refund. I wish I would have taken photos but I guess I was just too shocked and upset at the time.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
Christine
We stayed in a family Bell tent and it was awesome, best beds of our 19 days of travel. Star gazing through the ceiling windows, flowers out the front door. The community fire gave us connection & conversations plus s’mores, delightful. Thank you staff.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
Alexandria
Loved staying here. It was hella fun for my kids and the area was amazing. The bathrooms kept having issues and the showers could use an upgrade. Over all we are grateful we had a place to rinse off. Bed was cozy. Provided towels, and extra battery for Charging. Coffee tastes like water. Loved the experience! Staff was great!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
12 Jun 2025
Noe
First time glamping- nice to have a cozy bed on a cold night.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2025
Chris
Late check in, instructions were left for us. Could have used blankets for 3rd. Glad we had sleeping bags. Off the grid was great!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Douglas
It was super fun camping made easy
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
karthik
Our first glamping experience, very well organized and excellent service.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2025
Mia
Lovely stay other than unreliable hot water (I think they were working on this), really nice location not far from the west entrance of Yellowstone. Beds are super cozy!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2025
Deborah
It was a great experience. All of those that helped with the Property were fabulous. Would have liked to have the bathroom and shower facility closer to the TP.
Business_and_leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
26 May 2025
Jessica
The area is horrible, what this listing fails to mention is that the entire site only has one set of bathrooms that are more dirty than the ones at a public park, absolutely disgusting showers. and it is definitely not \"walkable\" if you get unlucky with the tent placement then your looking at about a 20 minute walk through bumpy terrain every time you need to use the bathroom. And there is usually a line even outside of what would be considered \"busy hours\" (I tried going at 5:30am). The place has no AC or heating if you want a heater then you need to pay extra and keep it inside your tent overnight which puts you at risk of carbon monoxide poisoning (but they wont tell you that) We tried to use electricity for making food or anything but the power generator cant handle anything beyond charging your phone. (So if you want to bring an electric heater then also bring your own power because they do not provide sufficient). We realized this immediately and although it says \"fully refundable\" the staff refused to give us a refund. We purchased insurance with expedia and that didnt even work. When trying to talk with staff they said they wont be giving a refund because they felt bad that they had to turn someone away for being fully booked (We were hoping to at least get a partial refund since we would not be staying the entire weekend). If you are looking for somewhere to stay near yellowstone. Just buy a tent or spend the extra $100 to get an actual hotel or cabin. Tourist trap.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Susan
This was a fun experience of camping in comfort! The beds were so comfortable. We were worried about being too cold at night, as we came at the end of the season. However, the amazing beds and extra blankets kept us warm, and we slept very well. Bathrooms were clean and showers were hot. A fun way to \"camp\" near Yellowstone!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Nelia M
For nature lover it’s highly recommnendable to stay..
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
gerald
We were amazed by how luxurious the accommodations were for a tent. The staff was friendly and talked to everyone around the campfire. It was a good family atmosphere. Just as we arrived at our tent a moose walked in to greet us. You won’t get that at a hotel!
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Tara
We loved staying in the bell tent. It was a very unique experience. It was clean and the staff was excellent.

The only negative was the noise of the road traffic nearby.

I would stay again!
6/10
Pleasant
04 Sep 2024
Beatrice
I appreciated that they offered extra blankets as it was very cold at night despite bing summer and also having my own one with me.
For some reason I didn't think the tent would be really open all the around the bottom for technically many kinds of animals being able to crawl/walk/slither in. We still had a special experience for that one night. It was fun to sit at the fire and show our overseas guests how to make smore's
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2024
Verified traveler

Very Emjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay. The beds wer very comfortable and plenty of warm bedding for the cool night.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Ianina
the staff and the other guests were very friendly. sitting and talking to them around the campfire was part of the good experiance.
Friends_and_family Family

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Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
4825 Bootjack Dr., Island Park, United States

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