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Circle of Destination Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

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Breakfast, lunch, brunch served; American cuisine, garden views
Exterior
Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette
Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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475 W Main St, Escalante, UT, 84726
  • Place, Escalante City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Escalante Library
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, 1 King Bed

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Escalante

At Circle of Destination Motel, you'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and 20.5 km (12.8 mi) from Devil's Garden. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Destination Café, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this Escalante motel include Zebra & Tunnel Trailhead and Golden Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • Escalante City Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Escalante Library - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪4th West Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nemo's Drive Through - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle D Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪North Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Georgie’s Outdoor Mexican Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Circle of Destination Motel

Motel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Circle of Destination Motel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Circle of Destination Motel was completed in January 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Escalante motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1936
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Circle of Destination Motel offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Escalante motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 5 to 17 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Destination Café

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1936
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 December and 28 February.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 5 to 17 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Circle D Motel
Circle Of Destination
Circle of Destination Motel Motel
Circle of Destination Motel Escalante
Circle of Destination Motel Motel Escalante

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Circle of Destination Motel?

Circle of Destination Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Circle of Destination Motel?

Yep, Circle of Destination Motel has a free self car park.

Does Circle of Destination Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Circle of Destination Motel?

No, Circle of Destination Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Circle of Destination Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Circle of Destination Motel's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Circle of Destination Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Circle of Destination Motel?

Dogs are welcome at Circle of Destination Motel, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Circle of Destination Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 751 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 751 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 751 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 751 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 751 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

FRANcis, lakewood

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael Van

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tran

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room 11 was very clean (wood floor, furniture including the drawers, sink, toilet, shower drained properly)). We stayed 2 nights with 4 bath towels and plenty other towels. No need for second day cleaning, but could had left a note for cleaning if needed. Parking was great too. We received the email with our room number and door code. No need for front desk checkin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The property was convenient for the area we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen, fredericksburg

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spoke with one of the staff and they were very courteous and made us feel welcome. The lady went above and beyond to help is to get our key code. The price of a room stay was very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good, clean budget room. We've been travelling around the USA for 3 weeks and this is the first place that actually had a shower, and not a shower in a bathtub, so that was a really good change. Loved the check in process which was an email the day before with the room number and door code. Staff the following day were great, told me if i had a Cooler (Esky) i was free to fill it via the ice machine. That might seem like an easy offer, but on this trip we've had times where we've been refused this request. Local Dinner options are limited, especially with kids (in Utah kids cant eat somewhere where there is a bar). But the Pizzas Escalante Outfitters were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Easy self check-in. Great place. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Internet was very intermittent though. Bathroom not bad but could use a bit of an up grade.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a convenient place to stop between Capitol Reef and Bryce Canyon. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We felt safe. We were disappointed that the restaurant was not open while we were there. That is one reason we booked this hotel. A local gentlemen suggested a few places for supper. Only one of them was open in Escalante Outfitters. We got a good pizza there. For breakfast the next morning, we had trouble finding something open again. We found Waffles & Wildflowers across the road. The sweet Bavarian waffle we order was delicious! We were told that the hotel is in the process of changing ownership, so things may improve soon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Bob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was by phone, no office personnel. No key, just entry code. Drapes don’t cover windows, creepy light above door, bathroom door frame unfinished, cockroach in food bag, barely comfortable, couldn’t wait to leave. No food recommendations. Had to boil water or use bottle water. Should have stayed at waffle cabins up the road a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

terrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching sunset. Also enjoyed playing horseshoes that were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracy, Englewood

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was given a door code by email for check in. We had no coffee cups. No one in office, no one to call. No employees noted anywhere. Restaurant not open for any meals.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Travelled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
The town is small but quaint. The restaurant in front of hotel had delicious breakfast and pizza place just down the road was good. the hotel is older but clean enough. my complaint is that it advertised queen bed but definitely not that big. it's fine place for just a night stay while traveling
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazila, Fairfax Station

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean place , the only problem was there was no one in reception place , always closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was overall comfortable but the hard edges weren’t good. Could use new ones. Another shelf in the bathroom would help. And some art on the walls would make it homier. But the room had great amenities and was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerri

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine, Fort Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was extremely easy. Our room was clean and very nice. The toilet was a little unstable, which was concerning, but the shower was the best one we had on our entire trip. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is quiet, clean and has beautiful views. Although a little outdated, it is very clean and comfortable. Bathroom remodel looks nice and clean. Restaurant on site and other options within walking distance. Very convenient to National Parks. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025