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Grand Canyon National Park Lodges

Of the estimated five million visitors who will travel to the Grand Canyon this year, about half plan to stay at one of the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges. With seven lodges and one trailer village within the National Park, one needs to apply advance planning and a little luck to secure such coveted reservations at the Grand Canyon Lodges. For reservations and information about the Grand Canyon National Park lodges, please visit Xanterra Parks & Resorts website dedicated to South Rim lodges, and the Forever Resorts website for the North Rim lodge. But if you find you're not one of the lucky ones to get a room on the Rim, be sure to check out our recommendations for lodging in the nearby towns of Tusayan and Williams, Flagstaff and Sedona.

Grand Canyon South Rim Lodges

There are five lodges atop the South Rim: Bright Angel Lodge, El Tovar Hotel, Kachina-Thunderbird Lodges, Maswik Lodge and Yavapai Lodge. Also accessible from the South Rim is the immensely popular Phantom Ranch Cabins, the only lodging nestled down in the Inner Canyon. Finally, services and hook-ups for your recreational vehicle (RV) are available at Trailer Village, located atop the South Rim inside Grand Canyon Village.

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Bright Angel Lodge

Bright Angel Lodge is located just steps from the edge of the South Rim; many of its rooms offer spectacular Grand Canyon views. Bright Angel is an ever-popular epicenter for South Rim overnights and daytime activity. With its rustic and historic charm, this early-20th century lodge is the hub for South Rim Grand Canyon mule rides and the check-in point for both the Thunderbird and Kachina lodges. Home to the famed Arizona Room, the Grand Canyon's fine dining destination, Bright Angel Lodge also features a casual restaurant, summertime ice-cream parlor and a tours and activities desk. Bright Angel Lodge is open year-round.

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Grand Canyon National Park Lodge at the South Rim - Bright Angel Lodge

El Tovar Hotel

El Tovar Hotel at the Grand Canyon South Rim - Grand Canyon National Park Lodge

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With its signature cupola crowning the roofline, the El Tovar Hotel has delighted Grand Canyon tourists for over a century. Built in 1905 and renovated in 2005, the El Tovar features 78 elegant rooms and suites as well as a fine-dining restaurant, gift shop and full-service activities concierge. This Registered National Historic Landmark is perched on the edge of the Grand Canyon South Rim, with many of its guest rooms offering at least partial Grand Canyon views.

Kachina Lodge and Thunderbird Lodge

Kachina Lodge, Thunderbird Lodge - Grand Canyon Lodges National Park South Rim

These two contemporary lodges are located between Bright Angel Lodge and El Tovar Hotel, within a short walk of the neighboring lodges. Situated on the edge of the South Rim, Kachina and Thunderbird Lodges are a perfect choice for families and groups. Half of the rooms at Kachina and Thunderbird have at least partial canyon views. These are the ideal accommodations for visitors who want to wake up to the sights of the Grand Canyon before numbers of other visitors descend upon the park.

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Maswik Lodge

Maswik Lodge is a contemporary, motel-style lodge located an easy quarter-mile walk from the Grand Canyon edge. Nestled in the Ponderosa Pine forest, Maswik Lodge features a cafeteria, sports bar, gift shop and tours and activities desk.

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Grand Canyon Maswik Lodge South Rim

Yavapai Lodge

Located just east of Grand Canyon Village at the Market Plaza, Yavapai Lodge is comprised of two large facilities called Yavapai West and Yavapai East. Yavapai Lodge is the largest of the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges, with 358 rooms altogether. Atop the South Rim's juniper and pinon pine-covered plateau, Yavapai Lodge is located an easy half-mile walk north-south to the canyon's rim. Also within a half-mile east-west walking distance is the Grand Canyon National Park Visitors Center. Yavapai Lodge is a good choice for families.

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Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon National Park Lodge South Rim

Phantom Ranch Cabins

Phantom Ranch cabins inside Grand Canyon National Park

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Located a little over 9 miles down Bright Angel Trail or Kaibab Trail into the Inner Canyon - by mule or on foot - Phantom Ranch is just north of Bright Angel Campground on the north side of the Colorado River. This markedly in-demand destination is made up of just eleven cabins and is a favorite overnight spot for hikers, river rafters and mule riders alike. Reservations are available year-round at Phantom Ranch and can be made up to 13 months in advance. There is a separate reservation process for Phantom Ranch; reservations must be made through Xanterra Parks and Resorts on their website or by phone. For more in-depth information, please see Xanterra's website with details about how to enter the lottery and making reservations

Trailer Village

If you are traveling by recreational vehicle, or RV, to the Grand Canyon, you too can stay inside the park at the National Park's Trailer Village. Located near Market Plaza and Yavapai Lodge, Trailer Village provides full hookups (electrical, cable, water and sewage) and pull-through, paved sites for vehicles up to 50 feet long. Just a half-mile walk to the Grand Canyon's edge, Trailer Village is well-located to all the sights and conveniences of the park and Market Plaza, and each site features a picnic table and barbecue grill to add to your camping fun.

To make reservations at the Grand Canyon Trailer Village, call: 877-404-4614 or book online on their websites.

Grand Canyon National Park trailer village at Market Plaza

Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge:

The North Rim Lodge, located within the boundaries of the National Park, is the only developed lodging option available in that area. Nestled amidst the trees with cabins and accommodations along the canyon edge, this historic gem offers a unique stay experience. Only about ten percent of the Grand Canyon's five million annual visitors go to the North Rim, but lodging at the Grand Canyon Lodge is still in greater demand than supply. Make your reservations early, as much as 13 months in advance, to stay at the historic Grand Canyon Lodge's main motel-style facility or its many cabins.

In case the Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim is fully booked, there are alternative options for lodging near the North Rim. You can consider staying at the Jacob Lake Inn or the Kaibab Lodge, both of which provide accommodation choices in close proximity to the North Rim.

The Grand Canyon Lodge offers 174 cabins in three different models: Frontier, Western and Pioneer cabins sleep 3, 4 and 5 adults respectively. In addition, 40 motel-style rooms are available. A comfortable, casual accommodation, this National Historic Landmark features timbered ceilings and limestone walls that harmonize with the landscape of the surrounding Kaibab Plateau.

The North Rim Lodge operates on a seasonal basis, providing its services and accommodations during the warmer months. specifically, the lodge is typically open from May 15th through October 15th annually.

To make reservations at the Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim, call: 866.499.2574 or book online:

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MORE PLACES TO STAY OUTSIDE OF GRAND CANYON

The Sol Cottage

Escape the city at Sol Cottage on Oak Creek. Hike, swim, fish or simply enjoy the tranquility of Oak Creek Canyon. Custom-built cottage brimming with natural light in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona. Enjoy stunning views and relax a few steps away from forest trails and Oak Creek. We invite you to wake to the sounds of the water while soaking up the sun on our beautiful balcony. Comfortably accommodates up to 4 people with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms.

Conveniently located in the North side of Sedona treat yourself to the beauty and serenity that Oak Creek Canyon has to offer. Unwind in our spacious living room and prepare a meal in a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy a night's rest in one of our two bedrooms and fall asleep to the sounds of the creek.