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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
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby sitting area
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$405
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023
  • Place, Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent's Residence
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Canyon Railway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bright Angel Lodge
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
(70 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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. El Tovar Cocktail Lounge 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

  • Hopi House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yavapai Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cafe at Mather Point - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Yavapai Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maswik Cafeteria - ‬13 min walk

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

  • El Tovar Cocktail Lounge
  • 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 15 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Tovar - Inside the Park on 3 Dec 2025 start from AU$404.68, 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. 546 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

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

4/10 Poor

Beverly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are NOT worth what I paid! Beds are awful, TV doesn’t work, REALLY small! At the Grand Canyon and have a view of the parking lot - what do you expect for $350+ per night per room (I had 3 rooms)!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Amazing Hotel

Fabulous Hotel and amazing service from reception to restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

eugene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food options were good. The room was awful. The AC broke. The window was broken. The AC was noisiest I have ever experienced. Plus there was no way to deflect thevair coming out,... the deflector was bolted. There is only ONE plug in the room and was being used by a lamp abd coffee maker. The safe is mounted so high up that you can barely reach it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Modest room in a unique historical hotel at S Rim

We enjoyed our stay in the El Tovar Hotel for its unique historical ambience and exceptional location across from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The queen bed room was expensive but not great. The decor was quite modest, the mattress was too soft, the AC not very effective and loud, there weren't enough electrical outlets, and the TV picture was grainy. However, the bathroom was a generous size with appealing retro black and white tiles and the shower was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jolie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the convenience of everything being at one place. We enjoyed the restaurant and the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Great stay! The location is AMAZING!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic hotel localisation with a lot of history. All walkable to the south rim. Very confortable beds and nice bathrooms. Increadible restaurant quality (breakfast and dinners).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Travelled with family

Just OK, consider other options

Our stay here was just OK - we weren’t made to feel particularly welcome, which given this is likely a trip of a lifetime to the Grand Canyon was a shame. We really disliked our evening meal in the restaurant. It was overpriced and was not fine dining. We preferred our lunch in the Bright Angel lodge next door. This was the single most expensive nights accommodation on our trip to the US and it wasn’t worth it, not really. The room and beds were fine, it just wasn’t the special stay we were expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarrah

Travelled with family
No elevator so you must carry all luggage up all stairs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn, Goodyear

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They were not very professional, did not go over and above expectations. The bedding had stains on the sheets, room had a strong odor. The room configuration was not well layout. TV reception was poorly received.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

CHIENTA

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Historic Hotel in Beautiful Location

El Tovar is a beautiful, historic hotel right on the south rim. Main complaint is the room AC unit in the room was very noisy. Make restful sleeping difficult. Good food options with the Bright Angel Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved to walk 30sec to the rim of the Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place but pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Slightly disappointed in the size of the room. There was a pubic hair on the floor in the bathroom. The dining options were mediocre at best. With that being said the view was spectacular! Our access to the canyon view, which is ultimately what we came for, was very convenient. Overall very happy because we got what we came for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place unreal views right outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALANA

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location, but very disappointed with the service. The hotel store was supposed to open at 8am—we arrived right at opening to grab water for a hike, but it didn’t open until 8:45, and the front desk offered no real solution. WiFi didn’t work in our room, and we were told to call tech support ourselves. The AC was loud and the display light was so bright it lit up the entire room, making it hard to sleep. I got sick after a hike (totally my fault for overdoing it), but when my son tried to get food to-go from the restaurant, they refused. No room service, no flexibility, no support. For the price, I expected better. The bellhop was wonderful, but that was the only highlight. Would not stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025