5/5 Stars | Consistently a total gem and incredible value!
Arriving at the Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel was an absolute breath of fresh air. We are repeat guests from last year, and this stay confirms that this hotel consistently delivers a top-tier, reliable experience.
Everything here is seamless, transparent, and built around guest comfort:
Perfect Location: It’s incredibly convenient—only 5 minutes from the South Rim entrance and just 5 minutes from the heliport (we are flying with Maverick again after a great experience last time). Because it sits a little off the main highway, there is absolutely zero street noise.
Exceptional Staff & Service: Check-in took less than 5 minutes. The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and highly accommodating. We asked for rooms close to each other and near the pool/jacuzzi, and they handled it perfectly (just like last year when they grouped us next to our friends).
Honest, Transparent Value: The billing here is always 100% accurate, straightforward, and clear from the start. On top of that, the price is significantly lower than other hotels in the area, offering incredible value for your money.
Great Amenities & Comfort: The rooms are clean, nicely decorated, and fully stocked with everything you need—shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap, a hair dryer, an iron, a microwave, coffee, a luggage stand, and a perfectly working A/C. The warm pool and hot tub are also fantastic for relaxing.
This hotel truly pays attention to the details and goes above and beyond to make guests feel comfortable. I will absolutely be staying here again every time I return to the Grand Canyon!
The hotel itself is fine - the bed was comfortable - but the value wasn’t quite there. You’re paying almost entirely for the convenient location just outside the park. The rooms had doors both to the outside and to the inside atrium. It was quiet enough once it got later, though we could hear the footsteps of the people above us.
I had a wonderful experience staying at the Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel. It is perfectly positioned if you are looking for comfortable, convenient access to the South Rim without being directly inside the park's busiest zones.
Why I recommend it:
Ideal Location: You are just a short drive from the park entrance, which makes it very easy to get to your sunrise or sunset viewing spots early.
Comfortable Accommodations: The rooms were spacious, clean, and provided a relaxing atmosphere to recharge after a long day of hiking.
Excellent Amenities: Having the on-site restaurant and amenities made everything very convenient after a full day of exploring.
Friendly Staff: The service was professional and welcoming, with helpful tips on navigating the park and local area.
Pro-Tip: If you’re planning to visit the National Park during peak hours, this location is perfect for popping back to the hotel for a quick break or a swim before heading back out for evening activities.
We stayed at the Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel for three days while visiting the Grand Canyon’s south rim. It was a great place to stay since it was so close to the park’s entrance. The rooms were comfortable and clean, providing a nice place to rest and clean up after a day of hiking. And the staff were really kind and helpful, particularly Steve at the front desk. Would stay here again without hesitation.
Spent two nights at here on our honeymoon and it was great! We were there on weekdays in the winter. Room was clean and spacious with nice decor. Beautiful atrium style lobby with real trees and areas to socialize. The spa hot tub was clean and open until 10 PM. We had dinner at the western themed bar inside, and it had a nice ambiance although a bit pricey for the quality of the food, so we did not bother with their not free breakfast. Service was beyond great at this hotel! Front desk people were very nice (free coffee!) and the concierge was helpful in finding us a local trail for stargazing. Location is great and close to Grand Canyon, depending on where you are going in the park it is worth it to ask the concierge for the best route you may be surprised. Only gripe is my husband disliked the lack of vent fan in the bathroom, oh and the "balconies" are indoors facing the atrium.
