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Ponderosa Inn

2.0 star property
Inn with free parking, near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

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Spa
5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Garden
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Lounge

House, Private Bathroom (Full)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Lounge

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Suite + Bunkhouse)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Lil + Mountain)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (2 - Mountain Home)

5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (2 - Mountain Home)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
5 bedrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lounge

Double Room, Ensuite (5 - Ponderosa Suite)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 26 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (3 - Riverbed Retreat)

5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (3 - Riverbed Retreat)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
5 bedrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Riverbed & Alpha)

5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Riverbed & Alpha)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (1- Lil Jo's Bunkhouse)

5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (1- Lil Jo's Bunkhouse)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (4 - Alpha Den)

5 bedrooms, individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite (4 - Alpha Den)

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
5 bedrooms
  • 14 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
40 N 400 W, Escalante, UT, 84726

What's nearby

  • Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Escalante River Trailhead - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Boulder Mail Trailhead - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Lower Calf Creek Falls Trailhed - 31 min drive - 20.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Escalante Outfitters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nemo's Drive Through - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪4th West Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪North Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Ponderosa Inn

Inn near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Ponderosa Inn provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and gas grills
  • A nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 46-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Patios, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ponderosa Inn Inn
Ponderosa Inn Escalante
Ponderosa Inn Inn Escalante

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Inn located?

Situated in Escalante, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Escalante Library and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Escalante City Park and Escalante Petrified Forest State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Ponderosa Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very nice place! Loved the easy check in! Clean and quiet! We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The property was clean, the shower was nice. It was easy checking in and we had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Quiet, very private, and an easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

It was Quaint, cozy, and immaculate. We met Joy the cleaning lady, she was sweet, kind, and very accommodating. Gabe was also very nice and took care of all of our concerns with diligence and caring. Loved the stay! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great place to stay in Escalante if you are traveling between Bryce and Capital Reef.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

We had an excellent stay at Ponderosa Inn. The room was on the smaller side but cozy and comfortable. Communication from host was timely and and made for a seamless visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Very nice and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Cozy and exactly what you need, cloud comfy bed, soft pillows, ample outlets for charging things, heat worked great, hot shower with awesome pressure. Staying here again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at the Ponderosa Inn. Our room was cozy, tastefully decorated and charming. We would not hesitate to recommend and book again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in 2 different rooms and was pleasantly surprised by this little place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Excellent everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Fast response from staff. Stayed in the Lil Jo room, it was private and clean. I liked that we could park in the back and be close to our room. The three other queen rooms are close together, I would be upset if I had booked one of the others and been so close to the other couples staying. Could be nice for multiple friends to book together. Glad I made my room choice, though it was just a guess.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

The heater was loud , tv reception wasn't so good. Everything else was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I had a unique situation where I left a personal item when I left. They contacted housekeeping and got it back to me. I'm not sure everyone would do that. It was really appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

Lacked basic amenities like microwave and closet and storage space. Very small room. Better options available nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Homey decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

The staff was rude. My room door was not ready at the check in time and the staff was rude when i called him.

8/10

Room is very clean AC need to be work on it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Pleasantly surprised by the Ponderosa Inn. Nondescript from the outside, but the room was very appealing. Well-appointed, with a very tall wood-clad ceiling. Contactless entry went fine. The microwave in the common area was put to good use heating up the excellent pizza from the nearby Escalante Outfitters.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Most importantly the bed was comfortable and the room was very clean. Our only complaint was that it was noisy. We could hear the man in the room next to us coughing during the night and he got up before daylight and we could hear a lot of noise. Also the air conditioner was noisy so we had to turn it off to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10

Need to do some land scape clean up outside to mank weeds in flowers and cobwebs on enrty table. Roon was smaller than expected and no coffee in the room but other coffee ammenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Wonderful little place. The shower & water pressure was the best. Nice, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025