Where to sleep in the Grand Canyon: options

A must see in a trip along the west coast of the United States is undoubtedly the Grand Canyon of the Colorado, Arizona.

But when traveling by car to this wonder of nature you must keep in mind that, on the one hand, it is a highly visited area, with a great demand from tourists, especially during vacation times, such as summer.

And on the other hand, the Grand Canyon It is located far from large urban concentrations, and there are only towns at a great distance from this wonderful declared natural area. Heritage.

As a consequence of this, in the Grand Canyon there are not too many accommodation options, so, to begin with, it is very convenient to book the hotel in advance of your trip, especially if you are traveling during the high tourist season.

Where to sleep in the Grand Canyon of the Colorado

In order to plan your trip and your accommodation, below I am going to propose sleeping options in the Grand Canyon of the Colorado, specifically, in the South rim (South Rim), which is the most visited area of ​​the same, and where the largest number of tourist attractions are concentrated.

Sleep in hotels within the national park

La more comfortable option, but also the more expensive with a difference, is to stay in one of the hotels that are next to the South Rim Visitor Center, fair on the edge of the Grand Canyon.

The great advantage is that you are already inside the national park, and that from the hotel you can enjoy excellent panoramic views of the Grand Canyon.

At South Rim of the Grand Canyon There are several accommodation alternatives available in hotels, from the Hotel Tovar, the oldest within the national park, which opened to the public in 1905.

Of course, if you want to stay in one of these hotels or in the rustic Grand Canyon cabins, you must make the reservation many months in advance because there are few rooms available and high demand.

Sleep in rustic cabins in the Grand Canyon

Another slightly cheaper option would be sleep in rustic cabins which is also next to the South Rim.

In this regard you have the bright angel hotel which is located just on the edge of the Grand Canyon, and is also the starting point for mule excursions along the trails of the Grand Canyon.

It is a large cabin, but in this establishment you also have the option of staying in small ones. rustic cabins.

Sleep at the Phamton Ranch in the Grand Canyon

This is a much more adventurous option.

Is sleep at Phamton Ranch what is on the banks of it Colorado River.

El Phantom Ranch It is without a doubt the most original accommodation that you can find in the Grand Canyon of the Colorado.

In addition, it is the ideal complement if you want to do a long day of hiking the Bright Angel or South Kaibab routes that descend to the Colorado River.

Or also if you want descend on a mule on a night excursion.

El Grand Canyon Phantom Ranch It dates back to 1922 and is a complex with a main ranch for common use, which is surrounded by rustic cabins, all buildings built with wood and stone.

When staying you can use the two large ranch bedrooms, with beds for ten people, men and women separated, or one of the eleven rustic cabins availables.

At Phantom The bedrooms have heating and air conditioning, and offer a common shower service.

For stay at Phantom Ranch trust your visit to the Grand Canyon of the Colorado it is essential make a reservation well in advance.

In fact, given its high demand, a reservation system that is made thirteen months before the planned dates for your stay is ending. and available places are assigned through a lottery.

You must also reserve breakfast and possible lunches or dinners in advance.

Sleep in hotels in Tusayan

A cheaper option, and one that is quite popular, would be to stay in one of the Tusayan hotels.

This is the service area that coming from the south, from Williams, you find as soon as you pass the enclosure of the Grand Canyon airport, and a little before the entrance gate to the national park.

Showing is nothing more than a Service area, with hotels, restaurants, shops and gas stations, which is only eight kilometers from Visitors Center of the Grand Canyon.

En Showing you have two type establishments motel, although of a medium level, where you will find rooms starting at 90 euros.

And if you prefer, you can stay in the Grand Hotel, already with somewhat higher prices.

Sleeping in hotels in Williams

Another accommodation option in your trip to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, the most economical, without a doubt, is sleep in Williams.

Of course, this essential visit to the ancient Ruta 66 It is located…80 kilometers from Grand Canyon South Rim, although you arrive very quickly since they are joined by a long straight.

To whom Williams you have a wide range of accommodation, with more than 60 hotels and motels, which ensures your stay in your trip to the Grand Canyon.

Sleep in Kanab hotels to visit the North Rim

Now, if what you want is to visit the area known as North Rim, the northern slope of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado, the option is to sleep in one of the Kanab hotels or motels.

Kanab has become a strategic point to stay if you are going to visit national parks such as Bryce Canyon o Zion.

But, above all, it is the most recommended place if you want to visit the Grand Canyon of the Colorado you choose to do it in the North Rim: North Rim, located 130 kilometers south of Kanab.

Kanab It currently has only about 3.000 inhabitants.

Its history dates back to 1858, and a few years later a community of Mormon settlers established a fort in the town.

In the last times Kanab gained a certain reputation for being setting for several western films.

But above all, you must remember Kanab as an option in your Route through Utah National Parks, where you will find up to 25 hotels and motels.