Explore The Wort Hotel The Wort Hotel has been a Jackson Hole institution since its opening in September 1941. Today, the hotel welcomes guests from across the country, earning such accolades as a AAA Four Diamond rating, Condé Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Award, and Best Small Historic Hotel in the U.S. from Historic Hotels of America in 2013. Get a primer on its fascinating history and learn why Jackson Hole and The Wort Hotel continue to be iconic travel destinations.

A Fascinating Look At The History Of The Wort Hotel's A historical look at The Wort Hotel and its importance as the hub of the Jackson Hole, Wyoming community for 75 years.

Cowboy Suite Bedroom The two-bedroom Cowboy Suite is a rustic retreat filled with Western-inspired touches, including bronze artwork, lamps made from antlers, rough-hewn furnishings, and much more. Both king- and queen-size beds are included, as is a parlor with a large desk, wet bar, and sitting area with plump leather seating.

Deluxe Room With Two Queen Beds Comfortably sized at 350 square feet, with either one king-size bed or two queen-size beds, Deluxe Rooms are perfect for couples or small families or groups and come with a desk, a pair of leather chairs, and plenty of rustic charm.

Deluxe Room With One King Bed Deluxe Rooms at The Wort Hotel are imbued with the spirit of the Wild West, featuring rustic elements like timber bedframes, rich leather accents, and rawhide lampshades.

Carved Wooden Doors In The Silver Dollar Suite The most expansive accommodation at The Wort Hotel, the Silver Dollar Suite boasts a carved-wood recreation of the hotel's famed Silver Dollar Bar, which is inlaid with 250 circa-1921 Silver Dollars, as well as a king-size bedroom with a two-person jacuzzi tub. A Western-style gaming table serves as the perfect place to unwind over a game of cards with family and friends.

Cowgirl Suite The two-bedroom Cowgirl Suite pays tribute to the spurs-wearing ladies of the Wild West, featuring a beautiful canopy bed with a tooled-leather headboard, cowgirl-themed artwork and bronze sculptures, and soft touches like plush velvets and florals. Two king-size beds are provided, as are an oversized sitting area, desk, and wet bar.

Junior King Suite Sitting Area Offering 450 square feet of space, spacious Junior King Suites are ideal for extended stays or entertaining guests. Along with a king bedroom, this homespun hideaway comes with a generous sitting area outfitted with red leather sofas, Native American-inspired art, and a full wet bar.

French Toast At The Silver Dollar Breakfast is served daily in The Silver Dollar Bar & Grill from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with dishes ranging from Western-inspired offerings like huevos rancheros and a wild game skillet with buffalo and elk tips to morning classics like eggs benedict and French toast with berries or chocolate chips.

Local Trout At The Silver Dollar Bar & Grill Western cuisine is a staple at The Silver Dollar Bar & Grill, such as this pan-search filet of local trout with ancho sweet potatoes and cilantro puree.

Famous Corn Chowder First introduced in 1985 to help warm guests up during Wyoming's cold winter months, the Silver Dollar Bar's Famous Corn Chowder is as delicious as it is hearty. A crown of broiled cheddar and parmesan cheeses adds a layer of decadence.

Room Service Breakfast At The Wort Hotelr Room-service breakfast is a decadent way to start the day. Offerings run the gamut from savory options such as eggs, breakfast potatoes, and sliced country ham to sweeter beginnings like buttermilk pancakes topped with a sprinkle of chocolate chips and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Silver Dollar Grill Dining Room Offering elevated Western cuisine, The Silver Dollar Grill is an ideal spot for a casual dinner that still feels special. Original paintings deck the walls, while large windows bring in natural light and views of Broadway.

The Silver Dollar Grill Enjoy casual to fine dining at The Silver Dollar Grill wich elevates Western cuisine to an elegant level.

Staircase In The Lobby With its bronze sculptures, frontier-inspired artwork, and elk and moose mounts, the lobby of The Wort Hotel hints at what guests can expect throughout the rest of the hotel. The staircase leads to a sitting area in front of a cozy fireplace ideal for unwinding while waiting for a guestroom to be ready or after check-out.

Hotel Exterior Featuring a Tudor Revival style, complete with half-timbering accented with rustic flagstones, The Wort Hotel has been welcoming guests since 1941.

Historical Image Of Exterior Designed by Lorenzo "Ren" Grimmett, a self-taught architect hired by John and Jess Wort, The Wort Hotel has retained its Tudor Revival charm through the years despite suffering through massive structural damage due to an accident in 1960.

Historical Image Of Charlie Wort On Horseback Charles Wort, the visionary behind The Wort Hotel, arrived in Jackson Hole on horseback way back in 1893. He later dreamed of opening a luxurious hotel with the finest amenities and would go on to buy four lots of land for $25 each, which would eventually become the site of The Wort Hotel.

Historical Image Of Cutter Races On Broadway Cutter races are a Western take on Roman chariot races. Although this horse-powered event used to run right in front of The Wort Hotel, visitors to Jackson Hole can still see cowboys test their skills today during the annual winter cutter races that take place at Melody Ranch each February.

Historical Image Of Dance At The Wort Hotel Believe it or not, dancing has long been a part of cowboy culture as a way to escape the drudgery of hard labor. The Wort Hotel continues the tradition to this day with live music and dancing in the Silver Dollar Showroom weekly.

Historical Image Of Patrons At The Silver Dollar Bar The Silver Dollar Bar at The Wort Hotel first opened its doors in 1950, with a unique bar studded with more than 2,000 uncirculated silver dollar coins as the centerpiece.

Historical Image Of Gambling At The Wort Hotel Gambling was a favorite pastime among cowboys in Jackson Hole, and one of the most popular spots was the Teton Room of The Wort Hotel, which offered everything from blackjack to roulette. However, as commercialized gaming was outlawed in Wyoming, John and Jess Wort were eventually forced to move their illicit operations underground, literally, to a room in the hotel's basement known as "The Snakepit," which required a password to enter.

Historical Image Of Jess & John Wort The sons of Charles and Luella Wort, John and Jess carried out Charles's dream of building a hotel in Jackson Hole after his death in 1933. They even helped to build it themselves and were said to have dug out sandstone from a nearby quarry for the hotel's masonry.

Historical Image Of John Wort And The Silver Dollar Bar The eldest son of the Worts, John was tasked with carrying on his father's legacy alongside his younger brother, Jess.

Historical Image Of Young Jess Wort The younger of the two Wort brothers, Jess was an avid horseman just like his father, Charles.

Historical Image Of The Interior Of The Silver Dollar Bar The Silver Dollar Bar has been a staple of life in Jackson Hole ever since its opening in 1950, serving everyone from cowboys, locals, and travelers to politicians and millionaires.

The Goldpiece Room With its antique embossed tin ceiling, handsome fireplace, and Western-themed art, the 975-square-foot Goldpiece Room is a warm and welcoming venue for a business meeting or an intimate reception.

The Jackson Room The largest event venue at The Wort Hotel, with 1,430 square feet of space, The Jackson Room is ideal for large gatherings of all kinds. Handmade sconces and Western-inspired chandeliers add an elegantly rustic touch.

Silver Dollar Showroom The Wort Hotel's Silver Dollar Showroom is a popular Jackson Hole music venue. Boasting 1,350 square feet of space, a large stage, a replica of the hotel's famed Silver Dollar Bar, a spacious dance floor, and retractable windows, the Silver Dollar Showroom is also a unique venue for a reception.

The Clymer Room Taking its name from John Clymer, the artist behind the space's collection of Western artworks, The Clymer Room is an intimate space ideal for meetings and private dinners. Rustic accents like millwork, leaded glass windows, and black walnut tables further add to the room's country feel.