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What Makes Us Unique?

Heritage for Why we’re Different

From the first owners of this land to the current owner of the Hatchet, we all have a deep-seated respect and love for the uniqueness and beauty of the area – that is very difficult to put into words.  This love of the area and all it offers is profoundly felt and continues to make every day special and a gift.

Heck, even our plucky coworkers bound through overwhelming struggles to get here to serve you. The two families that have worked with us for years, from Mexico, are so dedicated and excited to work with you each season that they arrive weeks in advance of our opening day! Local colleagues, with generations of history here in the Buffalo Valley of Jackson Hole, are what make us special. We hope you will experience this same enjoyment and distinct feeling from your visit.  It is our goal to hand down the passion for the Hatchet, just as it was handed down to us.

historical photo of Jack and Lucy Shive
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the log cabin exterior of the gift shop at the hatchet resort

Why is the Hatchet different from other lodging and restaurant options?

Our people are unmatched elsewhere in the world because our beginnings have taught us differently. And our guests are cut from that same high caliber, recognizing genuine hospitality from a generation that cared for their neighbors and community. Memories & experiences are our legacy, not fancy amenities and hoity toity nonsense. We abound with genuine experiences so you’re part of the real deal in our rustic hotel. See the beauty and simplicity for yourself, it’s transformative. We’ve been building your experience since 1889.

Our team of colleagues serving you are more than just a team; they’re families, yup related brothers, sisters, cousins and relatives all working together for years. Returning to the Hatchet each spring because we LOVE sharing our piece of the country with you! These same wonderful people CHOOSE to join us each year and we’re honored that they take exceptional care of you in the tradition grounded in authentic western Wyoming hospitality.

Add our superstar team to the amazing animal encounters and you’re ready with a recipe of indelible memories. Felicia, the grizzly momma that forages on property each spring, our resident pine martin and badger, along with a family of fox, the moose and her calf, elk and deer. These animals return each year and are part of what makes our area unique.

Now more than ever having an appreciation for being content with one’s location and the awe-inspiring beauty of our magnificent national parks heartfully reminds us of what we have to be thankful for.

the hatchet resort's deck firepit surrounded by trees and outdoor seating

TESTIMONIALS

Steve & I just wanted to say THANK YOU for such a wonderful wedding weekend! The Hatchet was the perfect place for the celebration, and we are so glad we chose it. The sunset was gorgeous, and the photo booth in the teepee was great!

The food was excellent and the accommodations were very western, which is what the trip was called, “a Western Adventure!”
The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. Everyone loved the gift shop and the staff was very friendly.
No one missed the air-conditioning! Thanks for a fun experience.

Our stay in late fall at the Hatchet was true magic. Wild animals, epic hikes, trees ablaze with color, and of course the park.
Do not miss breakfast or dinner – and of course rest easy knowing you will rest, easy.

It is great and unique places like the Hatchet Resort that make my tours standout!
I really love the place and the location too!

It is great and unique places like the Hatchet Resort that make my tours standout!

I really love the place and the location too!

Our stay at the Hatchet Resort was wonderful – everyone was so nice to us, we really felt welcome and valued and will refer you openly.

We had a great time! And, it was nice meeting you and the rest of the staff we got to know. We’ll hopefully do it again in the near future.

Our stay at Hatchet was one for the record books, and our accommodations were first class. I am already planning on coming back with Gretchen next summer, and also have my daughter and grandkids join us.

My husband and I recently stayed at the Hatchet Resort and really enjoyed our time there. We liked our cabin so much, we wrote about your lovely place in our travel blog post about Yellowstone and Grand Teton.

Thank you soooo much. We had the best times of our lives. You were all amazing, organized, friendly, fun, and fantastic. Truly a dream come true for Wes and me!

Thank you.

THANK YOU ALL!

Thanks for bringing your A-game to give Meghan and Wes’ guests a beautiful day to remember. It was a treat to work with each of you! If there’s anything else I can do to help, please let me know.

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