I stayed in an adults-only hotel for the first time. 6 surprises made it my favorite accommodation.

• I spent one night at Hotel Yellowstone, a luxury, adults-only resort in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
• It was my first time staying in an adults-only hotel, and I was surprised by the relaxing amenities.
• The quiet, calm environment led me to some epic natural sightings of a moose and the auroras.

I love kids, but it’s tough for me to relax in a hotel full of them. Peaceful moments by the pool are often interrupted by splashing water. Occasional youthful screams in communal spaces startle me. And sunsets on the balcony may be accompanied by crying children and scolding parents in the room next door.

That’s why I decided to check out an adults-only hotel called Hotel Yellowstone for the first time during a September trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The resort, with views of Snake River Valley and Grand Teton National Park, opened in August for adults at least 21 years old, though anyone aged 18 to 20 may stay when checking in with an older guest.

I booked a Grand Teton Suite with a starting rate of $1,600 a night. (Business Insider received a media rate for the one-night stay.)

I expected a relaxing evening but didn’t realize how much a kid-free environment would elevate my experience.