Escalante Canyon Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Escalante

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Exterior
Interior
Poison Road | 14 | Bathroom | Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper
Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Capitol Reef | 1 | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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475 W Main St, Escalante, UT, 84726
  • Place, Escalante City Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Escalante Library
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

Poison Road | 14

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 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
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bryce Canyon | 4

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cosmic Ashtray | 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Coyote Gulch | 8

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

About the neighborhood

Escalante

In historical district.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and 16 miles (25 km) of Devil's Garden. Zebra & Tunnel Trailhead and Golden Cathedral are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Escalante City Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Escalante Library - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lower Calf Creek Falls Trailhed - 29 min drive - 21.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle D Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪4th West Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nemo's Drive Through - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chihuahua Garcia Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Prospector Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Escalante Canyon Inn

Motel near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Escalante
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Escalante Canyon Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Escalante Canyon Inn was completed in January 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Escalante motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1936
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Escalante Canyon Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Escalante motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 1 and February 28.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is 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

Does Escalante Canyon Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Escalante Canyon Inn.

How much does it cost to stay at Escalante Canyon Inn?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escalante Canyon Inn on Jun 8, 2026 start from $144, 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.

Does Escalante Canyon Inn offer free breakfast?

Escalante Canyon Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escalante Canyon Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Escalante Canyon Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Escalante Canyon Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Escalante Canyon Inn have a pool?

Escalante Canyon Inn does not have a pool.

Does Escalante Canyon Inn have a restaurant?

Escalante Canyon Inn is home to Destination Café, which features American cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Escalante Canyon Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Escalante Canyon Inn to downtown Escalante?

Escalante Canyon Inn is 0.4 mi away from Escalante.

Escalante Canyon Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 820 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 820 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 820 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 820 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 820 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Easy check in, cafe on site, clean room, and great area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and view from the porch was nice in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Perfectly located to all the parks!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marchelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Love it here!

The best place to stay in Escalante!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe, easy check in, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the separate kitchenette. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic motel along the road, perfect for a stop between Bryce and Capitol Reef NP.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, soft beds, really fun restaurants / Cafe attached to the front, staff was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most low touch checkin I've ever seen. Decent place at a decent price for a kinda last-minute find.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic hotel. Good for a place to sleep. Bed was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xuesong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent to stay in Escalante.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great place!

Easy self check-in. Great place. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little hotel / motel was great, Friendly staff, good location. Decor was fitting for the area and trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
The property was convenient for the area we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

riwut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, clean, easy check in process.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Datus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at this property several times and they have always taken very good care of us. We enjoy our experience here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a clean room and a great view of the sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while exploring the hikes in area. Clean, quiet, walkable to many local restaurants. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025