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The Kudar

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#8 of 13 motels in Jackson
Location
4.6
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3.9
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4.1
Value
4.0
Open seasonally (May 9, 2024 - October 12, 2024), the Kudar Log Cabins is an ideal stopover point for those traveling to and from Grand Teton National Park and the South Entrance to Yellowstone National Park on US Highway 191/US 89. The Kudar is located 2 walking blocks from the Town Square in downtown Jackson Hole to enjoy the local history, shopping, and restaurants. The lodging property is a designated historic property originally built by the hands of brothers Joe and Max Kudar in 1935. The Kudar is famous for its historic log cabins and its original homestead surrounded by a quiet and relaxing, park-like setting in the center of the motel's 3 acres. Guests especially enjoy the convenient parking available right in front of their unit with an excellent downtown location with some of Jackson's most reasonable rates.
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Free parking
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Francie K wrote a review Sep 2023
Pine, Colorado22 contributions10 helpful votes
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Charming rustic cabins in a perfect location. Ours had everything we needed and a really groovy pink tiled shower. Not fancy, but that's most of the charm. Comfortable beds and high powered room heaters. Would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Melissa B wrote a review Aug 2023
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The cabin was very clean and cozy. From about 7 pm until way after 9:30), they had a party outside. A lot of people need to get up early. If you are going to rent and let ppl have parties, the customers who are wanting a good nights rest should be notified. It was ver disappointing!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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GoPlaces09188257857 wrote a review Jul 2023
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We can't begin to thank the Kudar family for their kindness when we stayed in cabin #17 on July 9, 2023. Our daughter had to have an operation and the staff treated us like family. We willl only stay at 'The Kudar' from now on. The cabins are rustic and take you back to old Jackson Hole and a more comfortable time. If you want the Jackson Hole experience, we recommend staying at the Kudar where the motel is only two blocks from the main square. You'll be glad you did and you'll be among friends and 'new' family.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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zack b wrote a review Jun 2023
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The worst customer experience. We had a mouse in our room when we stayed here and management didn’t care on bit. In fact they just got mad and defensive. Do not stay here under any circumstances. Avoid
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jan 31, 2024
The Kudar is next to the National Elk Refuge. We do set traps in each unit just in case an occasional mouse arrives.
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elsie wrote a review Sep 2022
Savannah, GA50 contributions25 helpful votes
Wife and I had done Grand Tetons that day and planned to spend a couple of hours in downtown Jackson before driving to Lander. But we immediately got pulled in with the goings on and evening was approaching so we decided to call some places. Prices were insane but I had seen a couple of vacancy signs at the edge of downtown so we walked to them to inquire. The first place didn't look particularly great and had what seemed another ridiculous price from what we could tell about it so we walked another block to Kudar. The prices were considerably lower and we looked at one of their motel rooms but it was pretty dated and next to the office and therefore to the street so we looked at a cabin. I immediately knew the $30 additional for it was the thing to do and we decided to stay. I think a good way to describe it is rustic, and personally I'd prefer something more modern, but it served the purpose of spending a night in Jackson. No regrets.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Juniorpunk wrote a review Jul 2022
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We booked this hotel at the recommendation of a co-worker who must have stayed there a long time ago. Everything from the lobby to the towels was outdated and worn out. It was over $300 per night so I certainly expected more for that price. The cabins were dark and dingy with nasty, raveled carpet. The furniture was horrible, cheap and old, the beds sagged, the AC couldn't keep up with the hot days and neither could the mini fridge. I will say it was cleaned as well as possible, but housekeeping uses a strong air freshener to cover up the musty smell. The windows barely opened and the front door had only a flimsy old lock- made which me nervous at night as it wouldn't take much for someone to break in. The location was good and within walking distance of Jackson downtown- that was about the only good thing we found.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Beth P wrote a review Jul 2022
Barnesville, Georgia60 contributions21 helpful votes
So we rolled into town with no reservations (won’t do that again) … literally pulled into the first place we saw that had a vacancy sign (after exhausting the internet and finding horribly expensive rooms) .. so we ended up here. The front desk guy was super friendly and it’s right off the square so walking to anywhere is super easy … and that’s all the nice things I can say. We stayed in one of the motel rooms. I should have know it wasn’t going to be good when we were handed an actual key 🔑. The room was small. The microwave is from the 1980’s (it has a dial, no buttons). The lighting is horrible. The bed isn’t very comfortable and you only got 2 pillows. The bathroom was tiny. The shower was super small.. like you can barely turn around in it. Only one washcloth … thin small towels and I’m pretty sure there was mold in the shower. If they are ever full, good luck finding a place to park. Fortunately they weren’t full while we were there so we didn’t have an issue. So, this is definitely not a place I would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Jerry B. wrote a review Jul 2022
Island of Hawaii, Hawaii2 contributions
Expectation management is key if you decide to stay at the Kudar. It might be the most affordable thing in town, but make sure to set low expectations. Let’s start with the pros … it’s right in the middle of town near everything. When available, the staff were friendly and helpful. When price shopping, it is affordable compared to other options, which based on availability during our stay, other lodging costs over $325 per night. If you decide to stay here, just set your expectations really, really low. The cons … the motel is old and tired. The value doesn’t equate to a good experience by normal standards, but by Jackson Hole standards, this might be a good deal. For the $180 spent for a king bed in the motel portion, the accommodations were basic at best. The bed was squeaky and worn out, the pillows, if you can call them that, were the cheapest I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing, and we only had one towel and hand towel in the room when we checked in. We had to go to the front desk to get more. I guess the room was clean … it was hard to tell. If you need A/C, good luck. Kudar may have had it’s heyday 40 years ago, but now it’s just a run-down motel. As a warning, if you’re expecting a great experience for the $180 cost, you might be disappointed. To clarify, we stayed in the motel portion, not the cabins. That might be a different experience. We’ve stayed in quaint little motels in small towns before, and had a great experience. Unfortunately, the Kudar didn’t deliver. There is potential there, but it seems they gave up years ago. I understand you aren’t coming to Jackson Hole for the lodging, and if you’re only staying a night or two, who knows, maybe you can survive the experience …
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Warren Grabow wrote a review Sep 2021
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The floor was so slanted we could hardly stand up in Cabin #13. There was NO hot water. I called the office and said I should get part of my $237 back and they refused. We stayed the night because it was getting late. The grounds were torn up and a muddy mess. What a disaster.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Patty V wrote a review Sep 2021
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Old and musty. The shower was so disgusting we would not use it. There was hair all over the bathroom and puddles of water all over the room. Location was good but I could not recommend to stay here. Would not stay again
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Serese Kudar, Marketing at The Kudar
Responded Sep 14, 2021
We invite guests to contact promplty for resolve about their lodging unit, especially if it is not clean! We are preparing for renovation in 2022 and excited!
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kudar
Which popular attractions are close to The Kudar?
Nearby attractions include Images of Nature by Thomas Mangelsen (0.10 miles), Jackson Hole Playhouse (0.2 miles), and St. John's Episcopal Church (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Kudar?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and baggage storage.
Is parking available at The Kudar?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Kudar?
Conveniently located restaurants include Persephone Bakery, Hand Fire Pizza, and Cowboy Coffee Co..
Is The Kudar located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Jackson.
Are there any historical sites close to The Kudar?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Saint John's Chapel (0.2 miles).