Ever wanted to corral cattle on horseback, ride through untouched landscapes of the American West, and interact with cowboys and girls—but with a side of luxury? These ranch retreats in Colorado, Montana, Colorado, and Wyoming offer authentic experiences that create lasting memories while ensuring you’ll be pampered—it is vacation, after all.
The Ranch at Rock Creek (Philipsburg, Montana)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 29
- Butte (BTM) and Missoula (MSO)
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Amenities:
- Spa, Pool
- Horseback Riding
- Fly Fishing
- 2 Bars & Restaurants
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Situated in the untamed splendor of Montana, The Ranch at Rock Creek provides a genuine Western experience accompanied by opulent lodging. A variety of canvas cabins, ancient barn apartments, and rustic log dwellings can be found on this Relais & Châteaux site. Activities offered to guests include hiking, horseback riding, and fly fishing. After that, indulge in fine farm-to-table dining at Granite Lodge or relax at Granite Spa.
Taylor River Lodge (Almont, Colorado)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 8
- Gunnison (GUC)
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Amenities:
- Pool
- Gym
- Rock Climbing
- Hiking, Rafting
- 2 Bars & Restaurants
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With just eight quaint cabins and two lodges, Taylor River Lodge is a small refuge giving a tranquil escape into nature. It is situated in Colorado's gorgeous Gunnison Valley. The resort, which is located by the serene Taylor River, offers hiking, rock climbing, and fly fishing. Following an exciting day of exploration, visitors may unwind in the saltwater pool, sauna, or bathhouse before savoring a freshly prepared supper in the lodge's shared dining room.
The Green O (Greenough, Montana)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 12
- Missoula Montana Airport (MSO)
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Amenities:
- Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Fly Fishing
- ATV Tours
- Climbing & Hiking
- 1 Bars & Restaurants
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The Green O is an ultramodern, adults-only haven within the famed Paws Up resort, tucked away in Montana's gorgeous woodlands. This boutique getaway, which has 12 modern glass-walled cottages, combines luxury and environment. Guests can enjoy outdoor adventures like horseback riding and hiking, followed by culinary experiences at the Social Haus, where seasonal, locally sourced ingredients shine. For those who want seclusion and a sense of being in one with nature, staying at The Green O is a private, personal experience.
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- Upgrade not applicable for this property
- Daily full breakfast (included in rates) for up to two guests per room, served in the hotel restaurant
- $300 USD equivalent Activity credit, once per stay, to be utilized during stay (not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Complimentary bottle of wine
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Dunton Hot Springs (Telluride, Colorado)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 12
- Telluride Regional Airport (KTEX)
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Amenities:
- Indoor & Outdoor Pools
- Yoga studio
- Gym
- 2 Bars & Restaurants
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This restored 19th-century mining/ghost town Relais & Chateaux property in the Colorado Rockies has just 12 rustic-yet-stylish cabins and one safari-style tent. After a day of horseback riding, rock climbing, fishing, or rafting, you’ll want to unwind in its renowned private hot springs, which can be enjoyed in the refurbished circa 1800s Bathhouse, outside at the source, in two pools, and in the Well House spa cabin.
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- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom (already inclusive in hotel's rates)
- $100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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The Resort at Paws Up (Greenough, Montana)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 27 Homes, 36 Tents
- Missoula Montana Airport (MSO)
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Amenities:
- Spa
- Yoga
- Fitness Center
- Horseback Riding
- Wilderness Workshops
- 5 Bars & Restaurants
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If you can’t stomach roughing it but love being active outdoors, Montana’s Paws Up is for you. While there are definitely cattle grazing and horses to ride through the 37,000 acres, accommodations from posh homes to designer glamping tents along the Blackfoot River spare no expense—expect a butler to care for your campfire and every detail to be considered. And June brings a new deluxe adults-only area called The Green O. This resort is also known for its calendar of culinary weekends hosting some of the country’s best chefs—Montana Master Grillers is legendary. And don’t miss Spa Town, which consists of private treatment tents in a lush meadow.
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- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- Complimentary round-trip airport transfers
- Bottle of wine in room on arrival
- A $300 USD activity credit, to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early check-in, late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Brush Creek Ranch (Saratoga, Wyoming)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 100+
- Laramie Regional Airport (LAR)
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Amenities:
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Saloon
- Mountaintop Decks
- Riding Center
- 5 Bars & Restaurants
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Surrounded by mountains, this working Wyoming ranch has three properties: The Lodge & Spa for families, Relais & Chateaux member Magee Homestead for adults only, and the fish and game-focused French Creek Sportsmen’s Club. All guests can partake in activities like horseback riding, ATV rides, fly fishing, and clay shooting, and in winter, a private ski mountain beckons, plus there’s snowmobiling and ice fishing. The Farm debuted in 2019, where produce is grown, and cheese, beer, and spirits are made. They are showcased alongside the freshest meat you’ll ever eat at the fine-dining restaurant the Cheyenne Club.
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- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the hotel restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Triple Creek Ranch (Darby, Montana)
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Key Points:
- Website
- 5 Stars
- Rooms: 25
- Missoula Montana Airport (MSO)
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Amenities:
- Gym
- Pool
- Horseback Riding
- Archery
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- 2 Bars & Restaurants
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In Montana's Bitterroot Mountains, Triple Creek Ranch is an exclusive retreat reserved for adults that offers all-inclusive cabin accommodations. This Relais & Châteaux resort is ideal for couples looking for a little bit of both leisure and adventure. Evenings are spent feasting on fine meals, with activities like fly fishing, wine tastings, and horseback riding. With just a few guests at a time, it provides individual treatments guaranteeing a peaceful and private haven in an exquisite natural location.
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