Paradise Valley, MontanaPray
Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa
Geothermal mountain ranch hangout
Pray   Paradise Valley, Montana
Renovated
1972
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Wellness ClassicOutside the door
Geothermal mountain ranch hangout
Nestled under Emigrant Peak, this century-old mountain retreat brings together ranchers, travelers, and locals for geothermal soaking and lively saloon music.
“Chico Hot Springs has welcomed soakers to its spring-fed hot pools since 1900.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A 1900 clapboard lodge on the National Register, originally housing gold rush miners.
Remarkable
Two chemical-free geothermal pools fed by natural mineral springs, plus a day spa.
Notable
Continuous hospitality since 1900, serving beef Wellington in the historic dining room.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The bona-fide Old-West roots here, and American-Indian heritage before that, are what earned Chico a spot on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The ranch sits in Paradise Valley beneath Emigrant Peak, thirty miles north of Yellowstone National Park along the Absaroka Range.
The rooms
Lodging spans turn-of-the-century rooms in the historic main lodge, rustic standalone log cabins, and a refurbished railroad caboose across the property.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pools and spa
Two chemical-free geothermal pools flow naturally under the open sky, alongside body treatments at the day spa.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Historic Dining Room
Dinner brings together regional meats and fresh produce grown on site in geothermally heated greenhouses.
At the table
Chico Saloon pours local craft beers beside a weekend dance floor, and private tables sit surrounded by wine racks.
How it began
William and Percie Knowles opened the property in 1900, transforming thermal springs once used by gold miners into a welcoming mountain inn.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.