The Wort Hotel
A historic 1941 Western-themed downtown Jackson hotel offering attentive hospitality and a ski shuttle.
The verdict
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Originally opened in 1941, this historic ski lodge in downtown Jackson places guests within easy walking distance of town center shops and bars. The property delivers exceptional customer service, charming Western-style interiors, and convenient perks like a complimentary ski shuttle. However, a stay here will cost you a pretty penny, and some guests note that certain rooms feel dark with dated decor. 11185
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What travelers noticed
- The prime downtown location puts guests within walking distance of central Jackson shops, bars, and restaurants. 111
- Staff members provide exceptional personal service, helping with bags at arrival and offering welcome touches like chocolates. 11
- The on-site dining and Silver Dollar Grill earn praise for hearty fare like the elk gyro and an impressive wine list. 17
- Winter travelers appreciate the complimentary ski shuttle that runs to and from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. 5
The catch
Who it's for
- — Downtown Jackson walkers
- — Skiers wanting a resort shuttle
- — Fans of classic Western lodge decor
Skip it if
- — Budget-conscious travelers
- — Guests seeking sleek, ultra-modern interiors
Seen on camera
1 moments · 1 video · The Wort Hotel
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“when you come along you see all the paintings and such but they have some beautiful carved relief hopefully nobody comes…”
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How to book
Keeps I Prefer Hotel Rewards points, elite nights and benefits.
Score breakdown
How the 90/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
96Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Food
91Location
97- “The Wort Hotel is in prime location smack in the middle of Jackson downtown. You are right next to the town center, shopping, and lots of food locations!” 1
- “Originally opened in 1941, the historic Wort Hotel (it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places) is a cozy ski lodge in downtown Jackson within walking distance of numerous shops and bars.” 11
Room
91- “Booking the Cowboy Suite is a must-do here: Custom paintings by Western artists Tom Dorr and Lynn Roberts hang on the walls, and a private parlor features a wet bar and swanky oversized leather couches.” 9
- “The Hotel's luxurious Western-themed guestrooms are uniquely decorated and tastefully accented with custom-made furniture and original Western art.” 10
Service
92Bed & Sleep
89Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
83- “Recent guests say a stay will cost you a pretty penny, but the customer service doesn't disappoint.” 11
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-13
Where it sits
The Wort Hotel and the 12 other hotels we cover in Jackson Hole. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 4 points above the mid-range median of 86, across 791 hotels in the same bracket. In Jackson Hole it sits level with the local median of 90.
- This hotel
- 90
- Bracket median
- 86
- Index median
- 86
Based on 791 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
No reviewer has yet described a room, floor or aspect specifically enough to act on at this property. Room intelligence appears here the moment they do.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 15 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “The historic property - which dates back to 1941 - is chock-full of personal service, special touches and handy conveniences.” 11
- “Recent guests say a stay will cost you a pretty penny, but the customer service doesn't disappoint.” 11
- “when you come along you see all the paintings and such but they have some beautiful carved relief hopefully nobody comes out the door yeah that could be kind of embarrassing” On camera33:32
- “Good location in the center of town” 8
- “The Wort Hotel is in prime location smack in the middle of Jackson downtown. You are right next to the town center, shopping, and lots of food locations!” 1
- “Originally opened in 1941, the historic Wort Hotel (it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places) is a cozy ski lodge in downtown Jackson within walking distance of numerous shops and bars.” 11
- “Recent guests say a stay will cost you a pretty penny, but the customer service doesn't disappoint.” 11
- “Love your room and that cute bear/welcome box!Katherine | http://www.oneswainkycouple.com Reply This is so cool! This is so cool! Love your room and that cute bear/welcome box!” 1
- “Some rooms feel dark with dated decor” 8
- “Booking the Cowboy Suite is a must-do here: Custom paintings by Western artists Tom Dorr and Lynn Roberts hang on the walls, and a private parlor features a wet bar and swanky oversized leather couches.” 9
- “I loved the stair case that gives you a big warm welcome when you come in! This was the room we stayed in! It was full of fun Cabin Western Vibes!” 1
- “The Hotel's luxurious Western-themed guestrooms are uniquely decorated and tastefully accented with custom-made furniture and original Western art.” 10
- “Have a few drinks then move on into the Silver Dollar Grill, with a fabulous menu and an impressive wine list.” 17
- “Tasty on-site restaurant and a fitness center” 8
- “The 59 large rooms embrace the Western theme that's standard in this area (with cowboy paintings and Western-style comforters) without being overly kitschy, and the on-site restaurant is a popular destination.” 8
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Food rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
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How much we read
Deep coverage · 54/100We read 17 sources for this property, and pulled 23 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-13.
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Sources
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Everything quoted on this page.
- 8The Wort Hotel Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stayoyster.comReview site2024-08-11Ageing6 quotes used
“Good location in the center of town”
Read originaloyster.com - 5The Wort Hotelshermanstravel.comReview site2024-07-22Ageing2 quotes used
“Large windows bring in plenty of natural light and offer views of the charming town.”
Read originalshermanstravel.com - 1The Wort Hotel and Million Dollar Cowboy Barkelseybang.comReview site2018-06-05Ageing3 quotes used
“The Wort Hotel is in prime location smack in the middle of Jackson downtown. You are right next to the town center, shopping, and lots of food locations!”
Read originalkelseybang.com - 7A Story of Determination and the Game of Chanceworthotel.comReview site2018-02-09AgeingRead originalworthotel.com
- 15Wort Hotel Receives Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award ...worthotel.comReview site2017-02-23AgeingRead originalworthotel.com
- 17The Wort Hotel, Wyoming - USA - The Finer Thingsthefinerthingsintravel.comReview site2014-08-31Ageing2 quotes used
“Have a few drinks then move on into the Silver Dollar Grill, with a fabulous menu and an impressive wine list.”
Read originalthefinerthingsintravel.com
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