The Squire at Grand Canyon
Now a Holiday Inn Resort; no longer the Best Western Squire Inn.
Tusayan is 1.6 miles from the South Entrance and 7 miles from Grand Canyon Village. Williams, Valle, Flagstaff, and Page are farther out.
Where to stay
Tusayan
1.6 miles from the South Entrance, 7 miles from the Village. The closest hotels outside the park.
Flagstaff
About 80 miles south. The largest town on this guide, with year-round flights and a proper downtown.
Williams
54–60 miles south, on I-40 and Route 66. The Grand Canyon Railway starts here.
Page
The usual base for Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Lake Powell. A half-day from the Village.
Valle
28–30 miles from the South Entrance, at Highways 64 and 180. One main inn, fewer rooms.
North Rim
Day use through 30 November 2026, or the first major snowstorm. No lodging on the rim. Jacob Lake Inn is the year-round stop.
Hotels in Tusayan
The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Canyon
Red Feather Lodge
How far is Las Vegas from the Grand Canyon?
The South Rim at Grand Canyon Village is about 278 miles from Las Vegas, typically a 4.5 to 5.5 hour drive via Kingman and Williams. The West Rim and Skywalk are a separate trip on Hualapai land, about 122 miles and a little over two hours from Las Vegas, and are not part of the national park. For a South Rim stay, Tusayan is the closest town outside the entrance. Search hotels in Tusayan.
How far is Flagstaff from the Grand Canyon?
Flagstaff is about 80 miles from the South Entrance, typically a 1.5 to 2 hour drive. Highway 180 through Valle is the direct route; I-40 and Highway 64 through Williams is the other usual way. It is a full city with more hotels and a year-round airport, and a longer drive than Tusayan or Williams. Hotels in Flagstaff. Search hotels in Flagstaff.
Where should I stay on the South Rim?
There is no single best hotel. When the Village lodges are open, they are the closest rooms to the rim and let you see sunrise or sunset without waiting at the gate; book those directly with Xanterra or Delaware North, and confirm current dates with the operators. If those rooms are closed or full, Tusayan is the closest town, 1.6 miles from the South Entrance. Stay in Williams for the Grand Canyon Railway, or in Flagstaff for a larger city and a longer drive. Search hotels in Tusayan.
How far is Williams from the Grand Canyon?
Williams is about 60 miles south of the South Rim, typically an hour on Highway 64. The Grand Canyon Railway starts here and runs to Grand Canyon Village; a train ticket is separate from the room. Hotels in Williams. Search hotels in Williams.
How many days do I need at the Grand Canyon?
One full day is enough for Grand Canyon Village and a few overlooks if you arrive early. Two days is more comfortable if you want a rim walk at sunrise or sunset and a slower pace. The North Rim is a separate trip, several hours away, with no lodging on the rim. For a South Rim morning, stay in Tusayan. Search hotels in Tusayan.
Is lodging inside the park open?
Xanterra plans to reopen El Tovar, Bright Angel, Kachina, Thunderbird, and Maswik on 20 November 2026; confirm with Xanterra before you travel. Confirm Yavapai Lodge dates with Delaware North. Hotels in Tusayan were not affected. See in-park lodges. For rooms just outside the entrance, see Tusayan.
How far is Tusayan from the South Rim?
1.6 miles from the South Entrance and 7 miles from Grand Canyon Village. See hotels in Tusayan.
Is the North Rim open, and can I stay there?
There is no lodging on the North Rim: Grand Canyon Lodge was destroyed on 13 July 2025. Day use for this season runs through 30 November 2026, or the first major snowstorm, whichever comes first; after that the rim is typically closed for winter. See the North Rim page.
How much is park entrance?
Park entrance is $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per person, for seven days, cashless, with no timed entry. Visitors 16 and older who are not US citizens or permanent residents pay an extra $100 unless they hold an Annual or America the Beautiful pass.