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Best Western Plus Settlers Point

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Located in the suburbs, Best Western Plus Settlers Point offers a cozy retreat with a free breakfast buffet and relaxing spa tub. Unwind by the firepit or take advantage of the 24-hour gym and business center. With an indoor pool, sun loungers, and helpful staff nearby guests can enjoy their stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Walk-in Shower;Pet Friendly) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Walk-in Shower;Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Communication Assistance, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, First Floor, Microwave and Refrigerator, Walk in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator, Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Communication Assistance, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator, Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Communication Assistance, Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 6

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 6

Accessible Suite 2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Accessible, Bathtub, Microwave And Refrigerator, Sofabed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 8

Mobility Accessible King Suite with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll In Shower

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Mobility Accessible King Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Communication Assistance, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Walk in Shower, Microwave and Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Map
1294 E Hospitality Way, Washington, UT, 84780

What's nearby

  • Red Cliffs National Conservation Area - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hell Hole Trailhead - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Utah Tech University - 5 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Dixie Convention Center - 7 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • St. George Utah Temple - 8 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • St. George Regional Airport (SGU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Settlers Point

Hotel in the suburbs
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a firepit, and laundry facilities at Best Western Plus Settlers Point. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a gift shop, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 98 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 60 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Plus Settlers Point Washington
Best Western Plus Settlers Point Hotel
Best Western Plus Settlers Point Washington
Best Western Plus Settlers Point Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Settlers Point have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Settlers Point pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Plus Settlers Point allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Settlers Point?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Settlers Point?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Settlers Point located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Red Cliffs National Conservation Area and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hell Hole Trailhead and Mill Creek Trailhead. Ice House Trailhead and Green Spring Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Western Plus Settlers Point Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1062 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1227 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than average breakfast, super nice staff, all in all a nice property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable beds and nice bedding!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean facilities, friendly courteous staff very good all around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, clean, comfortable & convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunghee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staffs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel to stay before visiting Zion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels I have experienced. Very comfortable, very quiet, excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful, clean, pet friendly and had a great breakfast (the breakfast staff was especially friendly). Good parking if you have a trailer too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here more than 10 times over a couple years. It is our favorite place to stay in St George, UT. Quiet rooms, always clean and a good breakfast selection. And a great location close to the highway, but set back far enough to not hear the vehicle noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super new and nice place for a great price. Breakfast was good with fresh backed waffles and other classic food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely nice place to stay. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property and room. Good service and convenient to our golf appointment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K

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

We love staying here!

We love staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel rivals most Hilton properties. Great location and staff. Very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location even though it's close to the freeway. Lots of restaurants nearby for meals and snacks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa De

Liked: Amenities
Excellent staff and exceptionally clean. The views from the hot tub are amazing at sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional staff greeted me warmly and made checking in a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean room, great staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This had a lovely pool, a good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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