The tiny town of Tusayan offers the closest hotels to outside Grand Canyon National Park. Located 1.5 miles south of the Grand Canyon’s South Entrance Station, Tusayan is sandwiched between Grand Canyon to the north and the Kaibab National Forest to the south. It’s the only private property anywhere near the South Rim’s popular sights. As such, Tusayan revolves entirely around Grand Canyon tourism, and its commercial district along Highway 64 is filled with hotels, restaurants, and the area’s only gas station. Just south of the commercial district is Grand Canyon Airport, which offers scenic flights and private planes. Note: From Tusayan to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center it’s about a 15-minute drive.
★ = Recommended
Tusayan Hotels: Expensive
★ Best Western Grand Canyon Squire
★ The Grand Hotel
Canyon Plaza Resort
Holiday Inn Express
Tusayan Hotels: Moderately Priced
Red Feather Lodge
Tusayan Hotels: Budget
Seven Mile Lodge (928-638-2291)
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