The Overland Hotel sits right on Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff, an easy walk from the historic district's shops and restaurants and about 80 miles from the South Rim — a solid, no-frills base if you're staging a Grand Canyon trip from the regional hub rather than the smaller gateway towns. Google's own summary calls it an "unpretentious hotel," and that's a fair read: this isn't a resort, it's a straightforward motor-court-style motel with the basics covered.
What to expect
Reviewers consistently point to two things: renovated rooms and the front desk staff. Recent updates brought fresh paint, wood-look flooring, redone bathrooms, and large TVs to many rooms, and several guests single out the housekeeping and front-desk team by name for going out of their way to help. Complimentary continental breakfast (pancakes, muffins, cereal, coffee) and free Wi-Fi and parking are included, along with on-site BBQ grills. That said, the property has drawn a handful of serious recent complaints about construction disruption and room conditions, so it's worth confirming current status directly with the hotel before booking, especially if you need an ADA-accessible room.
- Location: 801 W Route 66, Flagstaff — downtown, walkable to Route 66 attractions
- Rating: 3.5 stars from 683 Google reviews, reflecting a mixed but often warm guest experience
- Good for: budget-conscious travelers wanting a downtown Flagstaff base rather than a highway exit motel
Call ahead if you have accessibility needs or are traveling during a renovation push — but for a standard overnight stop on the way to or from the canyon, past guests describe it as a good value with a comfortable bed and better breakfast than most of the competition in town.
