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Ponderosa Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, where evenings around the firepit create lasting memories

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The Ponderosa Inn welcomes guests with comfortable rooms featuring WiFi and complimentary self parking. Visitors can gather around the outdoor firepit in the evening or use the gas grills to prepare meals while enjoying the natural surroundings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (3 - Riverbed Retreat)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (2 - Mountain Home)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Ensuite (4 - Alpha Den) | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (4 - Alpha Den)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (5 - Ponderosa Suite)

  • Desert view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Suite + Bunkhouse)

  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Lil + Mountain)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (Riverbed & Alpha)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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House, Private Bathroom (Full)

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Escalante is home to Ponderosa Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Escalante Petrified Forest State Park, while Escalante Heritage Center and Anasazi State Park are cultural highlights. Visit our Escalante travel guide
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40 N 400 W, Escalante, UT, 84726

What's nearby

  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park views from hiking trail of the surrounding area, lake and trees. Utah. United States.
    Escalante City Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Toadstool Trail at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
    Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument
    Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Petrified wood in Escalante Petrified Forest State Park in Utah
    Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Escalante Library
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Nemo's Drive Through
    12 min walk
  • 4th West Pub
    1 min walk
  • Prospector Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Circle D Eatery
    3 min walk
  • Escalante Frosty Shop
    10 min walk

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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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?

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ponderosa Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tesla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for two backpackers to stay the night in Escalante. Loved the coffee bar, bed was comfy and we slept amazing before our backpacking trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute coffee bar,clean and cute room-comfortable bed. Liked the patio in rear of the nuilding with table and chairs and a grill available. Would be great for a family reunion to all stay at the same place yet have separate bedrroms and bathrooms... could hang out in rear patio.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop in between National Parks. Room was clean, super comfortable bed, kitchen had everything you needed. Perfect stay for one night!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My visit was short but I found my room,Lil Jo's Bunkhouse, just as pictured. It was very clean and the bath was well stocked with clean towels and amenities. Though I did not use the patio with grill,I could see it was well equipped with all the grilling essentials. I arrived late and had no problem accessing my room with the supplied door code. The Inn is set back off the main street and was quiet. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yueqi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and cozy, quiet, Airbnb style
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find and access our room via a door code. We never interacted with staff. Comfortable bed, great shower, and plenty of space. However, the walls are a bit thin which meant we could hear our neighbors.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cute
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the bed was very comfortable and I really need to find out what sheets they use because they are super high quality! It was very cozy and we had the Little Jo room towards the back which was great because we took the steak on the barbecues that were there and hung out under the little pergola in the new chairs. Then we proceeded to go down to the market and get some firewood to have a little bonfire in the back! It was fantastic and was definitely the best time we've ever had staying in a hotel. We also thought it was neat about the self check-in feature as it was super easy and didn't have to deal with any people at a desk or any lines. Two thumbs up 10 out of 10!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

8/10

Nice place. Cute decor, clean room, comfortable bed. Sliding bathroom door a little hard to move at times. Not a huge room but more than enough room for us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! Loved the easy check in! Clean and quiet! We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful little place. The shower & water pressure was the best. Nice, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 would stay again!

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

10/10 Excellent

Val

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

Cozy and comfortable

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. easy check in process. Nice facility
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Laurie

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

Comfy!

Such a comfortable place to crash for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Emily

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

Would recommend lil jo

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
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heater was loud , tv reception wasn't so good. Everything else was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a bit of a snafu with the check in process, as we didn’t get the email with the room name and door code. It was fixed relatively quickly. The rooms are freshly remodeled, and very nice. It’s a rustic atmosphere, and very comfy! Great value, and we’ll certainly stay here again if we’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
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8/10 Good

sete

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean AC need to be work on it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
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8/10 Good

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a little slice of heaven! A perfect home away from home if you will. My husband and I had been on a 2 week road trip and we were driving in from Zion NP. We found this Inn and booked it based on the price, location, and reviews. We didn't get in until quite late so or initial impression was a bit of a concern. The 2 story hotel next door was completely vacant and the Ponderosa Inn was also empty. We were a bit weary since it seemed lonely and the inn was down a dark lonely unlit road, especially knowing there would be no staff on site. However, when we walked in the motion lights came on and we easily found our room. Gabe had emailed us the instructions on how to enter our room with a digital code and when we entered were pleasantly surprised. The room was so welcoming and charming. The decor was amazing. We had the River Bend Room and the minute you walk in you just smell clean linens and a clean room. The room had a refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, chairs, table, a firm yet comfortable bed, and the pillows were so luxurious. I appreciated the grey towels because I felt like we were at someone's home and not a sterilized hotel. Also, the bathroom had soft toilet tissue, not the single ply stuff most places have. It is the little things in life. The attention to detail was so spot on. We ended up staying 2 nights while we hiked Bryce, Escalante's petrified forest, and Capital Reef. Each room is different and there is even a family suite which we want to loo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025