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Holiday Inn Resort the Squire at Grand Canyon by IHG

Resort-style comfort minutes from the South Rim

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Grand Canyon Village, AZ

About

The Holiday Inn Resort The Squire at Grand Canyon sits in Tusayan, just a few minutes' drive from the South Rim entrance — close enough that guests routinely head out for sunrise or sunset without an early alarm. It's a big, resort-style property built for families, with a lobby that reviewers describe as open and inviting, complete with a fireplace that makes a good spot for a morning coffee.

What's on site

The hotel leans into the family angle: an indoor pool, arcade credits handed out at check-in, a gift shop, a restaurant, and a fitness room. Reviewers consistently mention wild elk wandering the grounds — a small but memorable bonus for anyone staying near the park. Rating: 3.7 stars from 369 Google reviews.

What to expect

Staff get repeated praise for being friendly and accommodating, and rooms are generally called clean and spacious — some with a king bed plus a bunk bed, useful for families. That said, a handful of recent reviews flag inconsistency between rooms (housekeeping misses, a shower with hot-water trouble), so it's worth mentioning anything that's not right at check-in rather than living with it.

Location: Tusayan, minutes from the South Rim entrance
Good for: families and travelers who want resort amenities without staying inside the park

Given the proximity to the park, rooms here can book up well ahead of peak season, so it's worth reserving early if your dates are fixed.

Reviews (461)

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3.8

461 reviews

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Janette Phillips

2 months ago

Excellent hotel less than a mile from the Grand Canyon entrance. The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and the staff was outstanding. Guillermo provided a warm welcome, and online check-in made our arrival quick and easy. A special thank you to Julio in the cafeteria for keeping the food plentiful and our coffee and juice refilled throughout breakfast. The pool was great, the grounds were beautiful, and local shops were within walking distance. Just watch out for the elk roaming through town—they definitely rule the streets! Highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting the Grand Canyon.

Anna Kyryliuk

3 months ago

We were traveling through the Grand Canyon area and only needed a place to stay for one night during our road trip. We arrived late in the evening and were greeted by both a gentleman and a lady at the front desk. They were very friendly, professional, and checked us in quickly. We had two rooms, and upon arrival, both appeared spacious, comfortable, and well maintained. The bathroom was clean, and overall the property looked like a large resort with nice amenities and well kept outdoor areas. Unfortunately, my experience took a turn when I checked the bed sheets. I noticed multiple hairs on the sheets, and at first glance it honestly appeared as though the bedding may not have been changed. For me, especially while traveling on a road trip, clean bedding is the number one priority when staying at a hotel. I called the front desk, and they responded promptly by bringing a fresh set of sheets and offering to change them for me. I appreciated their quick response, although I ended up changing them myself. I was in a rush the next morning and didn’t have a chance to discuss the issue with management in person, so I’m mentioning it here instead. The staff was friendly, the property itself was pleasant, and the facilities appeared well maintained. However, the housekeeping issue was significant enough that I cannot overlook it. The only reason I’m deducting two stars is because of the cleanliness concern with the bedding. This is something management should definitely review and address, as it has a major impact on a guest’s experience.

Stephanie Newby

2 months ago

We encountered unexpected guests, Elk!! They were so beautiful 😍 I brought 4 kiddos and they all loved the pools, game room and kids 12 and under got to eat for free (with one paid adult meal). The room was spacious, beds comfy and everything was very clean. The lobby was really nicely decorated and every single staff member was really friendly and they all truly seemed to enjoy working here.

Monica Jasin

3 months ago

Our stay at the Holiday Inn Resort The Squire at Grand Canyon Tusayan was such a wonderful experience 🤍 We were greeted by wild elk on our very first day arriving to check in, which made the trip feel extra magical already. Bee at the front desk was incredibly sweet and welcoming. She gave us the best room available at the time, and we truly appreciated her kindness and hospitality. Everything about this property was really nice — clean, fun, and family friendly. They even give guests arcade credits to enjoy, which makes it perfect for families with young children, teens, and adults too. The location is also amazing, only a few minutes away from the Grand Canyon South Rim entrance, making it super convenient for sunrise and sunset visits. Definitely a place I would recommend for anyone visiting the Grand Canyon in Arizona!

Leigh Horton

3 months ago

The location is great, especially for the price. The staff was fine--no one stood out in either a good or a bad way. The beds were comfortable and the food was adequate. However, I've stayed at cleaner hostels. The carpet needs to be replaced throughout the property; toilet plungers need to be stored somewhere other than in the hallway next to the public ice machine; and housekeeping needs to not leave hair all over the bathroom and trash in the chest of drawers. The building and the staff need some updating.