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BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel
116 E Park Street, Thermopolis, WY 82443-2440
Phone: 307/864-2939
Fax: 307/864-2927
36 Rooms
Check In Time: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
This historic Thermopolis, Wyoming BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel offers immaculate accommodations and a beautiful location in Hot Springs State Park, next to the Big Horn River and near the Wyoming Dinosaur Museum and Wind River Canyon. The hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is fully modernized.
This Thermopolis, WY hotel is within walking distance of all the Hot Springs State Park attractions including the Swinging Bridge, State Bath House, Rainbow Terraces and Buffalo Pasture. Visitors of this Wyoming Best Western also explore the area by reveling in the sights of Wind River Canyon, Boysen Lake and Reservoir and Legend Rock Petroglyph Site.
Many also visit this Thermopolis hotel to swim, golf, bowl, horseback ride, white river raft, hunt, sail, boat, scuba dive and snorkel. Guests can also unwind by soaking in the Hot Springs mineral pools or dining at one of the six restaurants within two miles of this Thermopolis, WY hotel.
This Thermopolis, WY hotel is also located along the same highway taken to Yellowstone National Park, which is just a few hours away.
Each spacious and cozy room at this Thermopolis hotel offers many of the comforts of home, including cable satellite television with HBO®, high-speed Internet access, a coffeemaker and more. Drift off to sleep in these comfortable beds each night and greet the day with a complimentary deluxe full breakfast complete with cereals, breads, yogurt, Danishes, scrambled eggs, bagels, fresh fruit, coffee, juice and milk.
Unwind and relax after a day of working or sightseeing at this Thermopolis, WY hotel's outdoor seasonal heated pool and all year round mineral water hot tub. This Thermopolis hotel also offers guests many other wonderful amenities, such as children's activities, a business center, on and off-site conference services and free parking.
For welcoming service and an affordable stay, book a room at this BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel today.
Hotel Amenities & Services
- 100% smoke-free hotel
- Outdoor pool heated, open seasonally Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary full breakfast, choice of breads, cereal, fruit, hot eggs, hot breakfast meat, other hot items, yogurt, juice, and coffee.
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Jogging
- Bicycling
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour front desk
- Nature preseve and trails
- Ice/vending machine
- Baggage hold
- Mail services
- Hot tub natural mineral tub onsite/additional mineral tubs within walking distance
- Parking for the Physically challenged
- Free parking outdoors
- Business center, 24 hours, printer available
- Conference services
- Dataports
- Printer available
- Fax services
- Exterior corridor
- Free wireless Internet access available in public areas and all guest rooms
- Cable or satellite television, basic cable TV
- Fax machine
- Computer available
- Photocopy, nominal fee
- Photocopy machine
- Meeting facilities, seating for up to 18
- Air-conditioning
- Higher rates may apply for holidays/special events
BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel
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Conveniently located, the best western plus plaza hotel in Thermopolis, Wyoming is shown on the map. Detailed driving directions from popular points or nearby cities are listed below. For those with GPS, here you go:
Longitude: 43.650585 / Latitude: -108.200575
Driving Directions to Hotel
From: The north or south. Take U.S. Route 20 in Thermopolis in the Hot Springs State Park. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel is just ahead.
From: The west. Take State Route 120 turn left at stop light in Thermopolis, follow signs to Hot Springs State Park. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel is just ahead.
BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel
We care about the quality of your stay with us. Below are nearby attractions, shopping and restaurants that are popular with our guests. Listed locations are nearby with approximate distance listed where available.
Most Popular Area Attractions
Hot Springs State Park
In 1897, Hot Springs State Park, located in Thermopilis, became the first state park in Wyoming. This park contains Big Horn Hot Springs, a mineral hot springs, that flow over colorful Rainbow terraces. The water remains a constant 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Be sure to bring your camera to capture the flower gardens, beautiful terraces and travertine formations. Enjoy walking along the suspension foot bridge that crosses the Big Horn River. Stay close to this natural wonder, in a comfortable Best Western guest room.
Wind River Canyon
The scenic Wind River Canyon is located between Thermopolis and Shoshoni. Over time, the Wind River created the beautiful 2,500 ft deep canyon. The canyon is accessible by Highway 20 and is recognized as a Wyoming Scenic Byway. Be sure to bring your camera to capture pictures of Chimney Rock and a variety of natural structures.
It remains a popular destination for Wyoming travelers as they make their way to Yellowstone National Park. The southern portion of the canyon is near Boysen State Park and ends at Hot Springs State Park. Settle in for the night in a comfortably Best Western guest room along your journey.
Wyoming Dinosaur Center

Wyoming Dinosaur Center showcases dinosaur dig sites, along with a world-class museum and preparation laboratory. This unique museum, located in Thermopolis, was named the number one Dinosaur Museum in America by America's Best. Step in to learn about the Triassic, Jurassic and Creataceous periods.
Stroll through the Walk Through Time exhibit to learn about the history of dinosaur's existence. The Hall of Dinosaurs contains America's only Archaeopteryx, in the "Thermopolis Specimen" exhibit, "Jimbo", a Supersaurus and a thirty-five foot T-Rex.
Be sure to visit the gift store to browse the selection of clothing, toys, books, fossils and art. While traveling in Wyoming, rest comfortably as a guest of Best Western hotels.
More Area Attractions & Services
- 0.01 mile(s) from Hot Springs State Park, no entry fee multiple attractions: Swinging Bridge, State Bath House, Rainbow Terraces, Buffalo Pasture
- 0.20 mile(s) from Star Plunge, water park
- 0.20 mile(s) from TeePee Pool, water park
- 0.60 mile(s) from Wyoming Dinosaur Museum
- 1.00 mile(s) from The Ritz, movie theater and arcade with movie rentals.
- 1.00 mile(s) from Old West Wax Museum
- 3.00 mile(s) from Wind River Canyon, scenic byway
- 17.00 mile(s) from Boysen Lake, Resevoir and Campgrounds, with boat ramps and marina
- 28.00 mile(s) fromLegend Rock Petroglyph Site, must get key and directions from park HQ or State Bath House
- 50.00 mile(s) from Wind River Casino
- 85.00 mile(s) from Buffalo Bill Historical Museum
- 250 mile(s) from Yellowstone Park
- 1 mile(s) from shopping
- 1.5 mile(s) from convenience store
Distances to Popular Points of Interest
- 32 mile(s) from Worland
- 55 mile(s) from Riverton
- 79 mile(s) from Lander
- 83 mile(s) from Cody
- 150 mile(s) from Casper
- 218 mile(s) from Jackson
- 309 mile(s) from Cheyenne
- 276 mile(s) from University of Wyoming
Local Area Recreation Opportunities
- Fishing
- .1 mile(s) from swimming
- .25 mile(s) from exercise facility, cardiovascular exercise, stairstepper, stationary bike, treadmill, Universal Gym and weightlifting
- 1 mile(s) from steam bath
- 1 mile(s) from golf
- 2 mile(s) from bowling
- 5 mile(s) from horseback riding
- 10 mile(s) from sailing/boating
- 10 mile(s) from scuba diving
- 10 mile(s) from snorkeling
Nearby Restaurants
- Adjacent to Safari Club, full service, American, open for: dinner,
- 1.00 mile(s) from Thermopolis Cafe, cafe, American, open for: breakfast, lunch,
- 1.00 mile(s) from Pumpernicks, bar/lounge, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner,
- 1.00 mile(s) from Las Fuentes, full service, Mexican, open for: dinner,
- 2.00 mile(s) from Stones Throw, full service, International, open for: lunch, dinner,
- 2.00 mile(s) from Lil Wrangler, cafe, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, full service
- 2.00 mile(s) from Pizza Hut, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, pizza
BEST WESTERN PLUS Plaza Hotel
Enjoy your stay with us even more by checking out some of the most popular area points of interest and local area events happening in or near Thermopolis. Chase the links to explore the local region even more.
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2013
Carson & Barnes Circus
Known as the "World's Biggest Big-Top Show", the fun-filled event takes place on the grounds of the Casper Event Center in Casper. Shows at 4:30 P.M. and 7:30 P.M. both days.
Daniel Tosh
The star of Comedy Central's hit "Tosh.0" will shock and offend at Cheyenne Frontier Park in Cheyenne – but the laughs will be loud. Not for the squeamish, the show starts at 9:30 P.M.
June 2013
Lander Brew Festival
Featuring more than 50 micro brews, live music and family fun to maintain its status as the premier brew festival in Wyoming, the event is held on the soccer fields adjacent to Lander Valley High School in Lander. The first glasses are poured at 5 P.M.
Cheyenne Superday
Complete with rides, live music, arts and crafts, a 5K/10K Run/Walk, a volleyball tournament and much more, the 31st Annual HollyFrontier Superday will be held at Lions Park in Cheyenne. Events start at 10 A.M.
July 2013
National High School Finals Rodeo
Held in Rock Springs
July 2013
2013 Buffalo Bill Cody Stampede
2013 marks the 94th anniversary of this rodeo, named "Best Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year" in 1998 and 1999 by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. The action starts at 10 A.M. at Stampede Park in Cody.
Legend of Rawhide
Over 200 volunteers tell Wyoming's classic folk tale through reenactment. Festivities include a 5K walk, car show, dances and more. The fun starts at 7 P.M. both nights.
Journey
The veteran rock powerhouse best known for the ever-enduring "Don't Stop Believing" will pack Cheyenne Frontier Park alongside fellow hit makers Styx. Showtime is at 8 P.M.
Toby Keith
The country superstar, hot on the heels of yet another No. 1 album, will stop his tour at Cheyenne Frontier Park in Cheyenne. Gates open at 8 P.M.
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