Zion National Park – 8 Hotels for a Desert Vibe
Zion National Park is one of the most popular parks on the grand tour route of southern Utah and Arizona. The park is a two-hour drive north of Las Vegas and a destination for exploring the stunning desert landscape of the great Colorado River tributaries.
The town of Springdale at the park's gates is considered a logistical and hospitality hub. Along the town's main boulevard – the Zion Park Boulevard, there is a series of accommodations that beautifully combine hotel, motel, and rural lodge.
Near the park, you'll find other towns where you can snag a place to stay at a usually much more budget-friendly rate than the hotels in Springdale.
So, before you rush to book a flight to Salt Lake City or Las Vegas, want to get to know Zion National Park a little better?
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Lodges and Hotels in Springdale (Visitor Center of the Park)
Cliffrose Springdale, Curio Collection By Hilton
The Cliffrose Springdale by Hilton is a four-star lodge located just a short walk from the Zion National Park Visitor Center and shuttles, which for much of the year are the main way to get around the park. This is one of the highest quality accommodations right at the gates of the national park, offering spacious rooms, a high standard of dining, fun public areas with views of the canyon cliffs, green gardens, and a small yet delightful pool.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Springdale/Zion National Park
The large hotel of the Hampton Inn motel chain is a rustic three-star accommodation. The hotel is located on Zion Park Boulevard, the main artery of Springdale, just a five-minute drive from the park itself. It's one of the most popular and high-quality hotels at the gates of the national park, with rooms suited for families, a lobby and public areas, and a really good breakfast restaurant. The hotel features a small outdoor pool, some gardens, and plenty of parking.
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Best Western Plus Zion Canyon Inn & Suites
The Best Western Plus in Springdale is one of the most popular lodging spots right at the gates of the park. It is located just a two-minute drive from the Zion National Park visitor center and enjoys the stunning view of the canyon cliffs of the Virgin River. It's a mix of lodge, motel, and three-star hotel, offering comfortable family rooms, a relatively large pool (for a motel), a good breakfast, and a few public areas.
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Flanigan's Resort and Spa
Flanigan's Resort and Spa is a unique accommodation located in the heart of Springdale, just a five-minute drive from the national park. This is a three-star rustic hotel that offers not only large and family-friendly rooms, but also an unforgettable desert hospitality experience. The hotel is perched right at the edge of the cliffs of the Virgin River Canyon, surrounded by magical desert landscapes and facilities that blend the desert experience with hospitality. The hotel features a large restaurant and plenty of public areas for leisure including a small pool and basic spa facilities.
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Motels and Hotels around Zion National Park
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virgin Zion National Park (Virgin)
The amazing rural lodging brand of the hotel giant Marriott is located in the growing resort area of Virgin, just a twenty-minute drive from the gates of Zion National Park. It's a lodging place that excellently combines rural accommodation, a motel, and touches of a vacation resort. This is a brand-new and shiny hotel with large and comfortable rooms for families, very good culinary level (meals are available throughout the day), and an especially fun and huge pool for a bit of desert vacation.
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Zion Cliff Lodge (Colorado City)
Zion Cliff Road is a large desert lodge hotel with a four-star rating. The hotel is located in the center of Colorado City, on the street that marks the border between Utah and Arizona. The lodge is a 55-minute drive from Zion National Park and a two-hour drive from Las Vegas and the town of Page, the gateway to Glen Canyon. It's the perfect spot for experiencing the vast desert of the Colorado Plateau and a convenient base for exploring the natural expanses in southern Utah and northern Arizona. The hotel offers a high standard of rooms, very large and comfortable rooms for families, excellent service, a good breakfast, and a sort of lounge open 24/7 for snacks.
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Best Western Plus Settlers Point (Washington)
The grand desert resort of the Best Western chain is located on the northern outskirts of the town of Washington, just a short distance from the I-15 highway. The drive from the hotel to Zion National Park is only about 45 minutes. This is a rustic resort that offers a vacation atmosphere, along with the option to stop for a night or two on the way to the park. The hotel features a large pool, an excellent restaurant, rooms suitable for large families, and everything is new and sparkling.
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Hampton Inn & Suites St. George
The Hampton Inn is a basic and good motel south of the town of St. George. It is located right by the I-15 freeway, a one hour and forty-five minute drive from Las Vegas and an hour from Zion National Park. It's one of the most budget-friendly places to stay near the national park, both in terms of price and the high standards of the motel. It offers the classic motel setup – a big bed or two for the family, a bathroom, and convenient parking. The motel also includes a basic breakfast.
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Map of Where to Stay Near Zion National Park
4 Tips from Guy for a Perfect Stay in Zion National Park
Zion National Park is a relatively remote natural area, and if you're planning to explore it for more than a few hours, it's a good idea to find accommodation near the park. Most visitors to Zion National Park come for a day trip from Las Vegas. The vibrant gambling city of Nevada is a two-and-a-quarter-hour drive south of the park along the I-15.
- Lodges within the National Park – Throughout the park itself, both in Zion Canyon and its other parts, there are several active lodges where you can find accommodation. The lodges are full-fledged hotel facilities and of very good quality. The official lodge in the park is Zion National Park Lodge, located across from the Emerald Pools.
- Staying in Hotels and Motels in Springdale – The town of Springdale is the main gateway to the park and is home to the visitor center. Throughout the town, there's an abundance of hotels and motels ranging from one to three stars. The main road, Zion Park Boulevard, is packed with accommodations, restaurants, shops, and everything you need for a park visit.
- Hotels and Motels on Highway 15 – The most affordable motels and hotels in terms of price are in the small towns outside the park, like St. George and Washington on I-15. The drive from these towns near the Utah-Nevada border to the park itself is about an hour.
- When is the best time to visit Zion National Park? – Zion National Park is a desert area with an extreme continental climate. Summers in the park are very hot and dry, and winters are cold to freezing with a bit of snow (which rarely melts). The best seasons to hike in the park are spring and fall, when the weather is perfect in terms of temperature. In the summer, it's better to skip most of the longer hiking trails.
- Day trip to Zion Park from Las Vegas – The capital of leisure, gambling, entertainment, and resort hotels, Las Vegas is located a two-hour drive from the park. Staying in Las Vegas is an excellent option for visiting the park, especially if you only intend to enjoy the comfort of your car and not tackle the more challenging hiking trails of Zion Park. Several companies offer day trips from Las Vegas to Zion National Park and nearby Bryce Canyon National Park. Click here for a guided day trip from Las Vegas to Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks…
