Yavapai Lodges

Grand Canyon, Arizona

Virgin rating

King Room
King Room
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King Room
King Room
Double/Double Room

The hotel

Yavapai Lodge is the park's largest facility, and is nestled within woodlands approximately half a mile from the rim. Split into two lodges of East and West, it offers newly-renovated rooms and there are a range of services within walking distance of the lodges, making this the perfect location for families.

Amenities

  • Families
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Near National Park

Where is it

Located just half a mile from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. Drive time from Las Vegas: 4 hours 15 minutes.

Hotel information

358 rooms in total, Yavapai West has 160 rooms and Yavapai East has 198 rooms, all with the option of 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Yavapai East rooms are located in two-storey buildings, and feature air conditioning, mini fridge, coffee/tea-making facilities, flat screen TV, and hair dryer. Yavapai West rooms are located in single-storey buildings and have the addition of an in-room safe.

Yavapai Lodge Restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner), Yavapai Tavern, Coffee shop. Market Plaza. Range of activities can be booked locally*. Complimentary self-parking. 

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Park entry fees are not included and must be paid to the Grand Canyon National Park Service.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very disappointing experience

Jun 24, 2022 AngelaDol Bristol, Tennessee

Our sheets were stained with multiple blood and other stains. We didn’t notice it until the next day. I removed the top sheets of both beds and found multiple blood stains on both beds. We were disgusted seeing what we had slept on. I called the front desk and told them I wanted new mattress protectors and sheets placed on our beds. Someone did… Read more
Our sheets were stained with multiple blood and other stains. We didn’t notice it until the next day. I removed the top sheets of both beds and found multiple blood stains on both beds. We were disgusted seeing what we had slept on. I called the front desk and told them I wanted new mattress protectors and sheets placed on our beds. Someone did come to change the beds but she only had linen to change one of the beds. She said she would come back later to do the other bed. We left for our hike and came back hours later and the other bed had not been touched. I called the front desk again and they sent someone to change the other bed. The stained mattress protector was still on the bed and he proceeded to place a flat sheet over the stained protector. Thank goodness I was in the room. I told him “no”, that I wanted a new protector placed on the bed. I also pointed to the stains and said this is disgusting. He was just gonna cover up the stains with the sheet. I also had to have 5 pillows replaced after I found stains on the pillows. I ended up having to go to the supply closet on my own to get towels, washcloths, TP and tissues for our room. The front desk did offer to move us to another room but I told them we would stay where we were since I knew the sheets were clean in this room. Please see my pictures of the stains that were on our beds. And, as I walked by other rooms with doors open, I noticed another stained bed. If we ever come back to the Grand Canyon, we will not be staying at Yavapai Lodge! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very Disappointing Experience

Jun 19, 2022 E120GFgregorys

While the room was clean and the bed acceptable, that is the best I can say about my stay. For some reason the hot water to the sink was turned off. Secondly, there was a hour glass affixed to the bathtub wall with a suction cup, which of course, fell off in the middle of the night, startling us out of a peaceful sleep. Finally, and most… Read more
While the room was clean and the bed acceptable, that is the best I can say about my stay. For some reason the hot water to the sink was turned off. Secondly, there was a hour glass affixed to the bathtub wall with a suction cup, which of course, fell off in the middle of the night, startling us out of a peaceful sleep. Finally, and most disconcerting, is our experience at the facilities “Tavern Restaurant”. The staff member taking our order was extremely rude for no apparent reason. I took over an hour for the server to bring us the wrong order. It ultimately took nearly 2 hours before we got our food. I ordered the Elk Burger which was so dried out (and cold) that the bread could literally be used as croutons. I tried to choke down the meal, but eventually just threw is out. Of course, the delay in preparing and serving our order prevented us from being able to experience the sunset at the Grand Canyon. The sunset view is touted to be a highlight while at the Grand Canyon, but we may never know for certain. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great experience and would stay again!

Jun 19, 2022 elkesB5592GE

Early June we visited the Grand Canyon. My husband booked us a room at the Yavapai lodge which is right in the park. After reading the reviews I was not sure what to expect. Some reviews were really good and some were not, We got a room on the West side. It was very clean, had updated furnishings, huge window overlooking the grounds and nice… Read more
Early June we visited the Grand Canyon. My husband booked us a room at the Yavapai lodge which is right in the park. After reading the reviews I was not sure what to expect. Some reviews were really good and some were not, We got a room on the West side. It was very clean, had updated furnishings, huge window overlooking the grounds and nice white modern linens on super comfy beds. Yes, it is run by the park service so its not the Ritz but to be honest I thought it was perfect. I actually would have loved to stay another night. There was a Keurig and mini fridge. We brought our own mini Nespresso machine so we did not use. I see someone commented on the plastic cups but I was happy they had refillable shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. It was really nice to see that effort. I liked that one could walk right out to the grounds and to the car. It was easy and quick to load up the luggage. Well, whatever room we had was very nice, I am very picky. Checkout very quick and easy. I would not hesitate to stay there again! Plus the location right in the park is unbeatable. Regarding the food we ordered a nice vegan pizza at the pizza place right outside of the park. We took it out to a nice overlook and enjoyed the awesome views. I brought overnight oats for breakfast so we did not get a chance to go to the dining area. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Aging lodge, but great location

Jun 7, 2022 marklV1786EW Indianapolis, Indiana

This was our first stay in the park itself at the Grand Canyon. Previously had stayed 12 minutes south in Tusayan. All of the lodging in the area is overpriced, but in comparison the Yavapai Lodge was not unreasonable. Built in the late 1950s, the rooms are motel-like, and although may have been updated at some point, still feel "old". The staff… Read more
This was our first stay in the park itself at the Grand Canyon. Previously had stayed 12 minutes south in Tusayan. All of the lodging in the area is overpriced, but in comparison the Yavapai Lodge was not unreasonable. Built in the late 1950s, the rooms are motel-like, and although may have been updated at some point, still feel "old". The staff (seemingly all international and young) were very friendly, and the lodge is very convenient to dining, the general store, and (most importantly) the shuttle system. We liked staying in the park, but may need to explore Bright Angel Lodge and the El Tovar Hotel before returning to Yavapai Lodge again. Read less
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Jun 2, 2022 anita l United Kingdom

We loved our 2 nights here , most of all because of location. Check in smooth and reception staff pleasant and helpful. Lodge had everything we needed and was clean although dark and somewhat dated. Our only constructive criticism is the lack of organisation and ridiculously long queues at on site restaurant.