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Abajo Lodge

2.0 star property
A peaceful mountain retreat where guests can truly relax while staying connected, with attentive staff who know exactly when to offer assistance

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Abajo Lodge offers a tranquil escape with free self-parking for stress-free arrival and in-room WiFi to stay connected. Guests consistently highlight the staff's helpfulness as a key part of their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Monticello is home to Abajo Lodge. Frontier Museum and Edge of the Cedars State Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bears Ears National Monument and Newspaper Rock State Historical Monument. Visit our Monticello travel guide
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197 E Center St, Monticello, UT, 84535

What's nearby

  • Newspaper Rock State Historical Monument
    Newspaper Rock State Historical Monument
    38 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Frontier Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Millsite Trail
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Juan Hospital
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hideout Golf Club
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • Maverik
    3 min walk
  • Gustavo’s
    1 min walk
  • Ja Roen Thai Sushi
    11 min walk
  • Subway
    15 min walk
  • High Desert Cafe
    13 min walk

About this property

Abajo Lodge

Property highlights
Abajo Lodge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Abajo Lodge boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 35-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Wayside Motor Inn Monticello
Wayside Motor Monticello
Wayside Motor
Best Western Wayside Hotel Monticello
Wayside Motor Inn Monticello Utah
Abajo Lodge Motel
Wayside Motor Inn
Abajo Lodge Monticello
Abajo Lodge Motel Monticello

Frequently asked questions

Is Abajo Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Abajo Lodge allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Abajo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Abajo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Abajo Lodge located?

Situated in Monticello, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Frontier Museum, Millsite Trail, and San Juan Hospital. Hideout Golf Club and Manti-La Sal National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 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

Abajo Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, perfect for our stopover stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant experience, and I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful and comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viktor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Freshly renovated, clean and overall better than most chain motels on the road. The front desk lady was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here. It’s clean and comfortable, and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised with the room. The bed was really comfortable and the room was very clean, smelled good and it was very comfortable. Very pet friendly! A great home base for exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and recently updated. The staff was attentive and polite. For the money in this area, this was a very decent room.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed here twice on our trip across the area. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and great staff. We’ll definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cleaner than some of the chain hotels I've stayed at. Highly recommended. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Super comfortable beds. I travel all the time and they might be the most comfortable beds I've slept in. Great night sleep! 😴
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice employees, clean rooms but breakfast wasn’t offered.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. We arrived late and left early with the kids. Beds were good. Sofa bed was ok for tired children, as expected. Zero issue with cleanliness or comfort. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and well maintained but it would be nice if they offered breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, great service, and affordable! Checks all the boxes in a great jumping off point for adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivek Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel next to needles canyonland national park. Hotel was well maintained and room was clean. Good for family stays too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff and Owner were extremely friendly and helpful with information to make our exploration of the area great. Highly recommend and will definitely stay anytime we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, great beds. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious for our family. Beds were comfortable and clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at the Abajo Lodge. It was clean, quiet, and the owners/staff were extremely friendly. I will definitely be staying there again when I'm back in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located on a major highway. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. The only downside was the limited breakfast that was ready at 7am. Maybe more was added later (it was still being set up at 7).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is updated and the bed was incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025