Escalante Canyon Inn

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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 Wi-Fi

Bighorn Canyon | 5

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Red Canyon | 2

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

Calf Creek Falls | 3

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bryce Canyon | 4

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Golden Cathedral | 12

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Thor's Hammer | 6

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

Cosmic Ashtray | 7

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

Coyote Gulch | 8

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen's Garden | 20

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Spooky Gulch | 9

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Wallstreet | 10

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Kodachrome | 11

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Phipps Arch | 13

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Waterpocket Fold | 15

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Singing Canyon | 16

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bentonite Hills | 17

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Boulder Mountain | 18

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Hamblin Arch | 19

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Peek-A-Boo Slot | 21

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Escalante Canyon Inn

Along with a restaurant, this motel has a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include charcoal grills and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Escalante Canyon Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

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

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Escalante Canyon Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine at Destination Café, a café with garden views
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Devil's Garden
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
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.

Destination Café – Overlooking the garden, this café specialises in American cuisine and serves brunch and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Destination Café

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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 lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1936
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

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: 4:00 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 1 December and 28 February.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

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

Escalante Canyon Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 828 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 828 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 828 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 828 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 828 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was just as advertised, and breakfast was great, our family enjoyed our night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got more than expected. Mattress, pillows and towels better than my home! Staff is very friendly and on top of everything. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the midst of renovation. However, our room was spacious, clean and well equipped for our stay. The staff was very hospitable and responsive to any needs. The breakfasts were excellent. Would definitely consider returning on another trip,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Terrence

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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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8/10 Good

harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xuesong

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

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