Escalante Canyon Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

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Near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Circle of Destination Motel invites relaxation and exploration. Rejuvenated in 2023, this motel offers a cozy firepit area to unwind and a garden with outdoor furniture for strolls. Savor breakfast at the on-site Destination Café or grab coffee from the café before exploring nearby natural wonders.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $150
$173 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5

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Poison Road | 14

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bighorn Canyon | 5

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Red Canyon | 2

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Capitol Reef | 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Calf Creek Falls | 3

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bryce Canyon | 4

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Golden Cathedral | 12

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Thor's Hammer | 6

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cosmic Ashtray | 7

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Exceptional
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  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Coyote Gulch | 8

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen's Garden | 20

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Spooky Gulch | 9

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Wallstreet | 10

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Kodachrome | 11

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Phipps Arch | 13

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Waterpocket Fold | 15

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Singing Canyon | 16

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bentonite Hills | 17

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Boulder Mountain | 18

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Hamblin Arch | 19

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Peek-A-Boo Slot | 21

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
475 W Main St, Escalante, UT, 84726

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

  • ‪Nemo's Drive Through - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪4th West Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Prospector Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Circle D Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Escalante Frosty Shop - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Escalante Canyon Inn

Escalante Canyon Inn offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Destination Café, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available
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Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Charcoal grills

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1936
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Destination Café - Overlooking the garden, this café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 1 and February 28.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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

Is Escalante Canyon Inn currently open?

The property is closed between December 1 and February 28.

Does Escalante Canyon Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Escalante Canyon Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Escalante Canyon Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Escalante Canyon Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Escalante Canyon Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Escalante Canyon Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Escalante Canyon Inn?

Yes, Destination Café offers alfresco dining, American cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Escalante Canyon Inn like?

Escalante Canyon Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and 10 minutes' walk from Escalante Library. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Escalante Canyon Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and fantastic with exceptional service. (39 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options offer excellent food and convenient locations. (17 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and easily accessible with some guests even being able to park right in front of their rooms. (6 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean, and friendly staff!!!
Aaron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so friendly and helpful. Bedding and towels were so soft!! The free made-to-order breakfast was a nice a surprise and was so delicious!
Toni, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

In the midst of renovations, so many things seem a bit undone. The property owners seem committed to making this a wonderful friendly hotel. Such nice people. Breakfast was outstanding!!
Joy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing. It was clean, spacious, and had everything you could need. Staff went above and beyond. We will definitely be back.
Two queen size beds
Good size TV with Roku
Lauren, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, clean, and a very comfortable bed. Slept great then had a great breakfast, not typical “hotel breakfast”. We really enjoyed our two days there. Great hikes and beautiful scenery with restful comfortable nights. Perfect!
Bruce, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are clean, well-appointed, and very comfortable -- appreciated the in-room coffee/tea set-up and easy self-check-in. Bed was very comfortable and high quality bedding and towels. Despite closeness to the highway, rooms are very quiet. Highlight was the included breakfast -- fresh-ingredients, made to order, and wonderful server (Pauline).
Ghyslaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice clean room for a family of 6. There was enough room to spread out. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was super easy. We loved the room and the kitchen. They had a game room the kids enjoyed. Breakfast at the restaurant was fabulous. We also were able to do laundry. The communication we had when we needed something was very kind and professional and friendly. We will for sure stay there again.
JANIEL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in a room that was not standalone cabin as shown in the picture. It was very clean, the beds were super comfortable, hot water felt great after a full day of hiking, and the staff onsite (Matt was great!) were quick to help with a lock out situation. They have a fire pit which we used to make smores. The Inn is located 2 minutes from the Grand Escalante visitor center and close to the hole in the rock road. The breakfast was good and if I had one suggestion it'd be to add waffles to the menu. :). I'd definitely recommend the place.
Vijayasarathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Easy check in, cafe on site, clean room, and great area!
Madeline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were nice and view from the porch was nice in the morning
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, chairs and table out front for each room, their restaurant has excellent food, Fri-Sun. Room was spotless, comfortable beds, quiet, had everything we needed!
James, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Perfectly located to all the parks!
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at Circle of Destination Motel! Clean spacious room and check-in was very smooth(given the room number and door code the day before we arrived). We will definitely stay there again when in the area.
Marchelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it here!

The best place to stay in Escalante!
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean, beds were comfortable, kitchenette was well equipped, and staff were very friendly and responsive. Great place to stay. We ate at the Escalente Outfitters, had delicious pizza! Great location and community.
Joanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

safe, easy check in, convenient location
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the separate kitchenette. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location
Meredith, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean, quiet, safe
harry, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Basic motel along the road, perfect for a stop between Bryce and Capitol Reef NP.
Antoine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, soft beds, really fun restaurants / Cafe attached to the front, staff was friendly and welcoming
Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Most low touch checkin I've ever seen. Decent place at a decent price for a kinda last-minute find.
Sean, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Basic hotel. Good for a place to sleep. Bed was good
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent to stay in Escalante.
Xuesong, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

Easy self check-in. Great place. Would recommend.
John, 1-night trip