Grand Canyon hotel steps from Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free self parking and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.
El Tovar - Inside the Park offers 78 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Satellite television is provided.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary area shuttle within 25 mi is available for guests. This historic hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in a common area. Complimentary self parking is available on site.
El Tovar - Inside the Park is a smoke-free property.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge.
The El Tovar Dining Room - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
The El Tovar Cocktail Lou - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Free area shuttle up to 25 mi
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
The El Tovar Cocktail Lou
The El Tovar Dining Room
Things to do
Horseback riding/rentals
Family friendly
Free area shuttle
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
In a national park
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
Built in 1905
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
36-inch TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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El Tovar - Inside the Park Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
539
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
223
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
133
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
65
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
43
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mike
Jan 5, 2025
Mike
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Christopher, Houston
Jan 5, 2025
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nipavan
Jan 5, 2025
Nipavan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Lucas
Traveled with partner
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It appeared most of the staff may have failed to remember that they work in a service industry. Some were great, but most didn't even bother to try.
The location is incredible! Loved being able to walk out the door and be at the Grand Canyon! Loved the lodge-like setting, great common area loft with tables available for families to gather and play games, etc. I did not particularly like the fact that there were pumpkin seeds on the floor of our room (not mine!) and unfortunately had an elephant on a pogo stick in the room above us our last 2 nights.
Staying at El Tovar in the historic Grand Canyon area was an unforgettable experience. The hotel’s location is unparalleled—just minutes from the South Rim, offering breathtaking views and easy access to trails and lookout points.
Hotel was built in 1905 so like other reviews indicate there are no elevators. That was not an issue for us as we were well area and appreciated the historic charm.
Room was not good. Overlooking service truck parking and 5 am delivery/garbage service with accompanying vehicle back up alarms and headlights shining in the windows. Small room. Tight bathroom. Good for a single occupant, not a couple. Very expensive ! Room was assigned by hotels dot com. I recommend booking by the El Tovar folks instead
James
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pooja
Jan 3, 2025
Pooja
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Huruy
Traveled with family and small children
Jan 2, 2025
Ok
Huruy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Traveled with family
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Caroline
Traveled with family
Dec 27, 2024
In would not recommend
Not at all what we had hoped for. Our view consisted of a parking lot, not the Canyon. Extremely disappointing. Don’t get me started on the restaurant availability.
For the price, too old rooms, very small tv, one thing is vintage but different thing is old, meaning not well maintained. Restaurant food takes too long to serve. Front desk staff very friendly and helpful.
Wonderful historical hotel right on the south rim. Easy walk to Bright Angel Trail. Amazing views as we watched the sunrise colors against the canyon walls. Super friendly & helpful staff. Room was small but didn't spend much time in it anyways.