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El Tovar - Inside the Park

2.5 star property
Historic hotel with free local area shuttle and 24-hour front desk

Photo gallery for El Tovar - Inside the Park

Aerial view
Point of interest
Point of interest
Lobby sitting area
Point of interest

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$810
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023
  • Hopi House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Grand Canyon Railway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Grand Canyon, AZ (GCN-Grand Canyon Natl. Park)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed Street Level

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed Street Level

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed Street Level

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed Street Level

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed Street Level

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Grand Canyon Village

At El Tovar - Inside the Park you'll be within steps of Grand Canyon Railway and Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .The fine-dining restaurant, The El Tovar Dining Room, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The El Tovar Cocktail Lou is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Grand Canyon hotel include Bright Angel Lodge and Bright Angel Trailhead.

What's nearby

  • Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence - 2 min walk
  • Grand Canyon Railway - 3 min walk
  • Bright Angel Lodge - 6 min walk
  • Bright Angel Trailhead - 9 min walk
  • Grand Canyon National Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Flagstaff, AZ (FLG-Flagstaff Pulliam Field) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Maswik Cafeteria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at Mather Point - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪We Cook Pizza & Pasta - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Bonita - ‬15 min drive

About this property

El Tovar - Inside the Park

Historic hotel with free local area shuttle and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free area shuttle within 25 mi is available. The historic El Tovar - Inside the Park also features tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Grand Canyon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1905
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El Tovar - Inside the Park offers 78 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 25 mi
  • Area shuttle
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

El Tovar - Inside the Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

As of 28 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Tovar - Inside the Park on 1 Mar 2025 start from AU$809.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

Yep, El Tovar - Inside the Park has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to El Tovar - Inside the Park?

The closest beach to El Tovar - Inside the Park is Pipe Creek Beach (5.2 km).

Does El Tovar - Inside the Park serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered at El Tovar - Inside the Park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

No, El Tovar - Inside the Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Tovar - Inside the Park?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Tovar - Inside the Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1004 reviews

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

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow what an incredible hotel with views of the Grand Canyon it was perfect Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and historic hotel. Best dining in the area. Service was mixed, somewhat inconsistent, but was great for most of the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

El Tovar was a beautiful historic hotel with great proximity to the canyon and it’s spectacular views. Great staff too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was close to the south Rim
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Tovar is a treasure! It's a beautiful, historic property with a lot of charm. The rooms are quaint, but could use a renovation. The staff was wonderful. We had a couple hiccups during our stay, involving a broken heater and some very loud and obnoxious diners sitting next to us in the formal dining room. The staff were very kind and made the situations right. I will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ryozo, Chandler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Nita

Travelled with partner
I was very disappointed with the small drab room. The bed was uncomfortable and the pillows were the size of throw pillows, not pillows for sleeping. We couldn’t use the heater at night or when we were watching tv because it was EXTREMELY noisy. I called concierge and requested a blanket and they didn’t bring it for an hour after I had gone to bed. For the price El Tovar charges I was so disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nevil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Make that trip to the Grand Canyon a bit special
Amazing. Great friendly check in and service. Food and service in the lounge was great. Breakfast in the restaurant warmed us after an early outing to see the sunrise. Real fires in thr lobbys and restaurant really added to tte atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

LEMY

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
El Tovar Heartbreak
Staying at El Tovar Hotel was a bucket list item for decades and booked a night Friday 11/15. Arrived at 11AM and asked if we could check in early. Digitally checked in and was told I would be called when room was ready, but no promise before 4PM. Had a magnificent lunch (no res) with server Jack in the dining room, Jack - 5 stars. Checked back at reception at 2, room still not ready. Shopped for gifts and waited. At 3:30 asked again and was told simply, yes, your room is ready. No call - no notification. Strike 1 but room was beautiful. Had dinner res for 5:30, arrived and seated promptly. Server was Paul who was awkward and aloof. Mike, the server one table over, was engaging and friendly with his tables. Food left wanting - my peppercorn crusted NY strip steak was literally coated in peppercorns yet the steak itself and demi-glaze were tasteless. 'Seasonal Veggies' were some carrots and snap pea pods that were chewy and inedible. $200 for 2 adults and 1 child - unimpressed. Strike 2 Worst to come. Slept in a little bit Sat morning and arrived at the dining room at 9:09AM. Was asked if I had a res, which I didn't because sleeping in and assumed breakfast on a Sat would be served later into the morning. Wrong assumption. At 9:09AM I was told they were only seating people who had res and no more. Astonished I went to talk to the manager who said they were short staff and not seating any more - dining room was 80% empty. Expressed disappointment and was told SORRY! Strike 3
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyubov

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Juan, Corte Madera

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deonarine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
At ease
Beautiful historic hotel that really puts your mind at ease . It’s right at the rim of the canyon . Rachel at check in was amazing . She made us feel welcomed and appreciated. She is a wonderful asset to this facility .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kunal

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was just fabulous. The hotel condition needs some upgrades. Had a really bad musty smell. In hotel life by and room. The food was very good staff very nice and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Property is old. Cost is for location and not much of anything else. Food was meh, room was small and average. Food options very limited … The Canyon was outstanding !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Oleg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the best option to explore South Rim - you just can’t get any closer! The staff need to be a little more involved, but otherwise great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was on the Canyon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Site On the Canyon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024