Casual lodging with classic rooms & a Western-style restaurant/bar, plus free Wi-Fi. Set 1 block from the Cowboy Hall of Fame, and an 8-minute walk from the shores of the Little Missouri River, this laid-back hotel in a 19th-century building is also a mile from the Chateau de Mores, a 19th-century home and museum. The cozy rooms and suites are individually decorated, featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and modern en suite bathrooms. Suites add separate living rooms. Amenities include a fitness room, a business center, and a Western-themed restaurant with an open brick fireplace and a bar. Parking is free.
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Bree M
6 months ago
The tiles in the shower have the cattle Brand from Teddy Roosevelt's Ranch.The check-in went smoothly. Breakfast was nice and I was pleased they could accommodate my gluten allergy- I had chorizo egg scramble with hash Browns substituted for fried potatoes.The room was very clean and tidy. I liked everything except there was no view and the bed could have been slightly softer.Lots of stuff is closed on Mondays, like the Cowboy museum.Food & drinks: The restaurant had great service and tasty food. They accommodated my gluten allergy- I had chorizo egg scramble thing with substituted hash browns.
Caleb Billingsley
6 months ago
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John Sherman
2 months ago
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6 months ago
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Daniel Fitzpatrick
6 months ago
I rarely write reviews of places now that I travel so frequently for work but this place deserves five stars and more. First of all - it is like stepping back in time in a wonderful way, the bar staff is second to none, and the food is unreal. The rooms are perfect and everyone is friendly as can be.For my brief story, and I am reluctant to call people to task but it is really worth noting for your trip, I was fully booked at the Wyndham down the road, paid in full, and upon arrival they told me they had cancelled my reservation no notice. I asked had they emailed, called, anything, they said it wasn't there responsibility to do so and they couldn't be ruder. Totally not indicative of Medora or North Dakota more broadly. I walked over to the Rough Rider and they worked it out to get me a room even with a busy weekend and a packed hotel - on top of it they gave me the standard rate, no fees or nothing. Jolene, the woman at the front desk, was the sweetest person at the place and must be working on being beatified, in my mind she's a saint already. I wish I remembered every other staffers name because they were all so great.If you are staying in Medora, this should be your first choice. You will never forget the experience and if you are still deciding on a trip - go to North Dakota, it is truly a wonderful place.
Melissa R
11 months ago
Enjoyed our stay in the Rough Riders hotel. We visited in late May so the town wasn t too busy yet. Able to check in very quickly and easily. Room was very nice with a large bathroom, 2 comfortable queen beds and pillows, and a couple of windows that provided nice lighting. Very easy to park either in lot or street parking in this very quiet, safe town. Went for a walk around the hotel around 9 pm and saw lots of deer while out. This hotel is just around the corner from Teddy Roosevelt National Park making it very convenient. Ate breakfast at the hotel restaurant in the morning which was also quick and tasty. Recommend staying here for sure.
Andrea Fabris
7 months ago
Really nice stay, great rooms and structure.Well positioned and quite nice, full of services, opportunies near it and incredible spot to visit Roosvelt NP.Restaurant or breakfast are really nice, for a good price, service is ok, but not wonderful.Only problem with the rooms you can't shut down the AC, and coming from Europe it's a problem (we don't like freezing temperatures all night long).We'll come back? Maybe yes!
tamara koobs
5 months ago
Very nice room!..large fully stocked Bathroom... Beds comfortableRoom Beautiful.I hope to have a chance to come back to this place...it was so lovely.Food & drinks: Food was marvelous...coffee and tea..very nice
Stephanie Bidle
8 months ago
The location of the Rough Riders Hotel was perfect for our visit to Medora. Everything in the town was within walking distance and very close to the Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Bully Pulpit Golf Course. We also really enjoyed the patio at the hotel.Nearby activities: The downtown of Medora was excellent - for lunch or ice cream or shopping! Excellent trails nearby for hiking and the Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Also, the Bully Pulpit Golf Course, Medora Musical, and the Medora Trail Rides.Walkability: The Walkability is amazing! You can walk to everything you want to see in Medora.
Jeremy Huether
5 months ago
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lela white
a year ago
Hotel is close to old Town theater walking distance to everything down town. The staff is amazing. Super clean. Rooms are super comfortable. Has the best restaurant in Medora but is not cheap dinner will cost about 40.00 min without drink. But so good. Love this hotel. Best down town location if you want to be near everything. But you still have to drive to the musical no matter where you stay. Unless attending events at the old Town theater.Parking can be tough. Back parking lot is tiny everywhere else is on street and it gets busy. Only downer but that's everywhereFind a good spot then walk or bikeNearby activities: Walking distance to almost everything in town. Hotel has small work out room with nice equipment.Safety: Outside doors need key cards and have security cameras. Felt very safeWalkability: Great location also has bike racks.Food & drinks: Theodore restaurant is expensive to me about 40.00 min per plate but excellent. Fantastic service. Ritzy. Great service have to say that again. Food is amazing. Breakfast is really good. But on Sundays no booze no mimosas. Boo.
Owen Schwaegerle
11 months ago
This place was incredible! The hospitality was great and the restaurant here was delicious. We had the Bison Benedict for breakfast. There is so much history on the walls of these halls. Lots of TR artifacts too going back to his ranching days in these parts.
CykoMF Harley
a year ago
Nice place located right at the entryway to the park. Rustic feel to the lobby area with a sizable library fireplace lounge. Room was clean and comfortable. The night staff was very accommodating but the morning guy avoided eye contact for some reason. (Was content chatting up another customer however) No breakfast included but they do have a small restaurant on site with limited service. The girl at the front desk recommended these delicious breakfast sandwiches from a shop nearby.
Kyla Martineau
6 months ago
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Frank Jones
11 months ago
Couldn't ask for a better location. Hotel offers a charming, rustic feel. Beds were very comfortable. Large walk-in shower. Connecting restaurant is convenient. Large outdoor patio was nice.Walkability: Close to everything
Troy Craven
a year ago
Rooms are nice and clean. No pets! That is great for my wife's allergies. The only reason I give the four stars is because of lighting. Pretty dark even with all the lights on and regular hotel coffee setup. People are very helpful and seem to care about your stay. Location couldn't be better. Stores across the street, theater and Steak 1.2 Miles away up the hill and centrally located. The town is only 6-7 blocks long so park the car.
Abeer Affaneh
a year ago
Awesome room. Awesome food. Awesome drinks. Awesome employees!Room bed is comfortable and so the pillows! Comes with soft pillows and firmer ones (praise be).Food and drinks: Colten made me an amazing vegan dinner! He talked to me and asked what I liked. It turned out epic. Kentrell made the veggie hash breakfast for me vegan and it was perfect.Donnie the bartender makes amazing cocktails. Watch out though, you can't taste the alcohol. Yeah that good! He made me a butterfly martini. He also asked if I had restrictions and I told him I was vegan. He showed me how he made the drink step by step. Very entertaining.Employees are nice and welcoming. I wish I came in May when more places are openThey have a tiny fitness center with 2 steppers and 1 treadmill and a weight machine. The machines are old. The 2 steppers didn't work. And weight machine could also use a tune up. But I don't think many people go there to work out.I loved Medora and I hope to be back.
sharon steinle
3 months ago
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Jaq Lee
a year ago
Best bed. Best pillows. Beautiful rooms. Library is fabulous. Saihi (spelling?) At the front desk was amazing checking me in early.In the off season, the restaurant is closed Monday and Tuesdays fyi. But I had breakfast and it was great!
Sheree Marlow
10 months ago
We stayed at the Badlands Motel and the Wooly Boys Inn during our stay in Medora! We stayed 3 nights total and utilized the location to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The rooms were spotless and in the perfect location! You could walk anywhere in town that you wanted to go. We would definitely stay here again! My only "complaint" is that the Badlands Motel did not have a microwave in the room and the restaurants closed around 9:00 making it hard to heat up something for dinner. However, there was a microwave you could use in the office until 11:00!
John Dwyer
a year ago
If you can afford to pay these prices, this hotel is excellent in many ways. The location is a couple of blocks from the Roosevelt Park entrance. The renovated rooms are well done, especially the bathrooms with walk-in shower. The property is very clean and very rustic. We sat on the front porch and conversed with complete strangers and that was enjoyable! There is a high end restaurant and fitness room at the hotel.
Michael Reblin
a year ago
Everything about Rough Riders is amazing. Nofo, behind the guest services counter, is awesome. Very courteous and funny. Theodore's, the restaurant inside the hotel has unbelievable food options. Seriously it's unreal. And Donnie behind the bar is the best Bartender/mixologist I've ever met. He creates his own drinks, brings back vintage drinks made the old way, and dude knows how to work a room. He can have that whole bar talking and laughing with each other and he puts on a show when making his drinks. He can tell you the history of a drink and the science behind it. He is absolutely phenomenal.
Ellen Gray
7 months ago
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a year ago
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4 months ago
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Bryan Dueck
a year ago
Rooms are clean, beds are comfy. Bring your own pillow. Hotel pillows are absolutely awful.Beautiful grounds and friendly staff.We were disappointed after spending $1000 for three nights(Canadian), to find they don t offer housekeeping. Also few extra touches. No water bottles, house coats etc. Clean and basic.
Andrew Hove
a year ago
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a year ago
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Carrie Jo Calisesi
a year ago
The hotel was nice and clean, and people were friendly. I left my stainless steel water bottle in the hotel room, and called 2 hours after checking out to see if the cleaning staff found it. The front desk made me go online and fill out some form to make an official report. No one from the front desk would simply ask the housekeeping department while I was on the phone. I called again later that day and the following day and got the same response, that I needed to wait for an email letting me know if it was found or not. It was never found, and I know housekeeping kept it. So much for honesty.
Daniel King
a year ago
This is a particularly rare find. We stayed in the room Teddy Roosevelt stayed in, and we can see why he did. So much history here. This was followed by a marvelous breakfast in the adjoining restaurant. Can t wait to go back to this hotel. Rooms: Really nice rooms in the historic side.Nearby activities: TR National Park is amazing.Walkability: Such a small town, you can walk everywhere.Food & drinks: Great restaurant.Noteworthy details: Just the history of TR.