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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

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Aerial view
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$479
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Explore the area

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Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023
  • Grand Canyon Railway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bright Angel Lodge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Grand Canyon National Park
    ‪10 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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 - 0.2 km
  • Grand Canyon Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bright Angel Lodge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bright Angel Trailhead - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Canyon National Park - 10 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yavapai Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maswik Cafeteria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Tovar Dining Room and Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fred Harvey Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 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.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • 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 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Tovar - Inside the Park on 4 Sept 2025 start from AU$478.58, 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. 550 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1015 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We arrived with 4 cases and they put us on the top floor no elevators, me and my wife are in our 60s, the bell hop took one look at our cases and frowned and decided to offer his help to a young girl in her 20s who had 1 small case terrible sevice. the Hotel is very old and very expensive for what it is your paying for the location. would i stay again no!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria Lei

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel location & the history behind it. Dining restaurant & lounge is nice & all the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property location, right on the south rim. A/C extremely loud, while we weren't there to watch TV, you could only see it from one chair in the room, not facing the bed, really couldn't relax and watch it. No elevator so if on upper floors you walk the steps.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

The entire staff was courteous and very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
First room (at $400 + per night) overlooked service parking lot. Locks on the room door were very hard to manage; hard to lock and unlock. Dining room experience was very unsatisfactory
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Pedro

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The most wonderful thing about El Tovar was that it overlooks the Grand Canyon the location you can’t beat, but unfortunately, when we arrived, we were told to make a reservation at the restaurant because it gets busy and we couldn’t get anything on till 8:45 because I don’t have enough staff to accommodate everybody that was staying there maybe because it was off-seasonso we had to eat elsewhere Our rooms were very small, but that was to be expected because it’s an older hotel but beautifully appointed unfortunately the bathroom toilet kept running all night long so it was hard to sleep. I did let them know in the morning. Hopefully they fixed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

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

El Tovar Stay

We arrived early and stopped by the front desk to verify our reservation. Not only was our reservation in order but they gave us a room even though it was way in advance of their checkin time. They also made reservations for breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

wade

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historical site. Rooms are smaller than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cristal

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little “old school” but the facility is iconic and the location, views and atmosphere are truly breathtaking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great place to stop and see the canyon. Parking sucks though if you’re staying overnight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is very nice and the views are absolutely amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, New Canaan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Close to Grand Canyon, but needs updated hotel

Liked that the hotel was right in the National Park, but the rooms were very small, the stairs were hard to navigate, and we were on the 3rd floor and moving luggage was hard without an elevator. The rooms being small meant it was hard to take out clothes from the luggage. It needed a bigger desk to place stuff including our computers and the coffee machine within the room. The TV was all analog channels, so no HD! If we were paying so much money, you'd think the hotel would be better. On the plus side, great views of the Canyon, and easy to find places to eat/drink nearby. Also easy to get to the shuttles and was right next to the Angel trail for one of our hiking days.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Tovar is an awesome place. Worth the money to stay directly on the rim. Very convenient to roll out of bed and watch the sunrise over the Grand Canyon. Easily scored a parking spot right in front. No need to leave this spot while you are here. So glad this room came up and didn’t stay in Tusayan. Been wanting to stay here ever since I saw Clark W. Griswold rob the desk clerk in vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara, Grafton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very convenient for visiting the canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025