San Juan Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Bears Ears National Monument in Mexican Hat

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Situated in a rugged canyon, this hotel blends seamlessly into its surroundings with flat-roofed buildings connected by a bridge.
Shop features a rustic ceiling, display cases, and shelves showcasing a variety of items.
Kayaking on the river, surrounded by natural scenery and scenic views.
Two beds with patterned bedding, a desk, and a lamp are featured in this hotel room.
Enjoy a serene riverside view from this patio with a metal table and chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
US Hwy 163 at the San Juan River, Mexican Hat, UT, 84531-0276
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Mexican Hat Rock
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Valley of the Gods
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Balcony, River View (Upstairs, No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, River View, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, River View, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, River View (Upstairs, No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, Balcony, River View (Upstairs, No Pets)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View (Upstairs, No Pets)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Mexican Hat

In Mexican Hat .You'll find Bears Ears National Monument and Mexican Hat Rock within 3 miles (5 km) of this motel. Valley of the Gods is within 6 miles (10 km) and Goosenecks State Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mexican Hat Rock - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Valley of the Gods - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Forrest Gump Point - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Goosenecks State Park - 15 min drive - 9.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bridge Grill Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Swingin Steak - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hat Rock Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hat Rock Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

San Juan Inn

Motel near Bears Ears National Monument in Mexican Hat
San Juan Inn offers its guests a terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. San Juan Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a convenience store. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mexican Hat motel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
San Juan Inn offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Mexican Hat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit.

Property is also known as

San Juan Inn Mexican Hat
San Juan Mexican Hat
San Juan Inn Motel
San Juan Inn Mexican Hat
San Juan Inn Motel Mexican Hat

Frequently asked questions

Does San Juan Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Juan Inn.

How much does it cost to stay at San Juan Inn?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Juan Inn on Jul 25, 2025 start from $160.0, excluding 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 San Juan Inn offer free breakfast?

San Juan Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at San Juan Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at San Juan Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at San Juan Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does San Juan Inn have a pool?

San Juan Inn does not have a pool.

Does San Juan Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is San Juan Inn to downtown Mexican Hat?

San Juan Inn is 2.2 mi away from Mexican Hat.

San Juan Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 795 out of 1739 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 585 out of 1739 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 231 out of 1739 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1739 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1739 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN, CLINTON

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as we expected
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

KEITH, Highlands Ranch

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel surrounded by rocky mountain and San Juan river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Old basic hotel. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sketchy

Location is beautiful, but the motel itself was sketchy. I arrived after 8pm and had called ahead to let them know per the booking instructions, they left my key in the door of my room to allow access which is concerning. The deadbolt lock was painted over, the whole room was creaking, the bathroom looks like it hasnt been updated or deep cleaned since the 80s. I was traveling solo for business, would not recommend for other solo female travelers. Luckly there was a large wooden bench i could place infront of the door
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard, SEATTLE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Generally unkept and a lot of deferred repairs. What appeared to be an animal hole in the ceiling stuffed with toilet paper generally run down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Merrilee, Billings

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the serenity of the grounds, the porches in the view of the river. Check in was very friendly. The room was clean. We ate at the restaurant as we did not want to get back in the car. I found the restaurant very pricey and had a very small menu. However food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You realize you are staying in the middle of nowhere. Close enough to Forrest Gump filming spot and Monument Valley, so it's perfect for that. Staff friendly and helpful. We didn't eat at the restaurant at the place, but I bet it was good. It looks worn, but is surprisingly clean and had a good bed and hot shower. We'd book again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The San Juan Inn is a genuinely historic place that hasn't gotten a historical marker, and a quirky, offbeat place that the hipsters haven't discovered. The rooms are clean, bright and large, the staff hardworking and eager to please, the onsite dining pefectly good and often outstanding, and the location and setting unbeatable. Hovenweep, Monument Valley and Bears Ears are three world-famous places within an hour or so of the Inn, and there are many more lesser-known sights to discover for yourself. Well worth the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Vineet

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Damon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gillian, Huntington Station

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a great river side view. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Youngho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Old dumpy motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

The tile in the shower needs to be cleaned. Otherwise, this is a perfectly adequate place to stay in a VERY remote area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles-Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

If you're staying in Mex Hat, this place is good e

Pretty basic, but good enough for a small town like MexHat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The location was unique and the views great. I wish they had a continental breakfast service as dining in Mexican Hat is limited.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Quirky, comfortable old motel right on the San Juan River and tucked against a cliff. We had breakfast at a table outside overlooking the river. Onsite restaurant was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley, Arden

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older inn that has been well kept up. It was pricy for the facilities but options are limited in Mexican Hat, Utah. Breakfast was not included. The restaurant was just ok. My wife liked the gift shop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. It's an older property and has some wear, but the beds were comfortable and the updated shower was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Comfortable

Beds were very comfortable. Room clean. Food mediocre, and service in restaurant very slow.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nurlan, Windsor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Monument Valley.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024