Introduction / Description
The name “Zion” means a place of peace and refuge. As a sanctuary with over 146,000 acres of cliffs, canyons, diverse plant and animal life, and uninterrupted beauty, Zion is well-named. Its massive sandstone walls, some as high as 3,800 feet, offer an opportunity for serenity and reflection for all who visit—and Zion Lodge offers the only in-park lodging inside this hiker’s paradise.
Zion Lodge is located in Zion National Park, Utah, United States. The lodge was designed in 1924 as a compromise solution between its developer, the Utah Parks Company, which wanted a large hotel, and National Park Service director Stephen Mather, who desired smaller-scale development.
Arrival & Car Parking
Entrance & Reception
Accessible Rooms & Bathrooms / Accessibility
The beautiful Zion Lodge lies in the middle of a hiker’s paradise. With the lodge open year-round and offering special winter rates and packages, our guests can easily experience Zion National Park. Accommodations include historic cabins with two double beds, full bath, gas log fireplace and private porch and hotel rooms with a private porch or balcony. All rooms feature air conditioning, phones, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers.
Cabins
Twenty-eight cabins have two double beds, while the remaining twelve have one queen bed. All cabins have a gas log fireplace, private porch, full bath, microwaves and mini refrigerators. These cabins are within walking distance of the lodge.
Hotel Rooms
Most rooms have two queen-size beds, full bath and private porch or balcony. Some rooms do have a king-size bed. The hotel rooms are equipped with a 37-inch flat-screen television with satellite reception. They are clean, comfortable and within walking distance to trails and main lodge.
Suites
Each features a sitting room, wet bar and separate sleeping room with king-size bed. The suites are equipped with a 37 inch flat-screen television with satellite reception. Wet bar includes a small refrigerator and sink and faucet, as well as a microwave. All suites are located on the second floor. They are clean, comfortable and within walking distance to trails and main lodge.
Accessible Rooms
Accessible rooms are available, including some with roll-in showers.
Interestingly enough the cabin section of the fire survived the 1966 fire, so you’ll be staying in a piece of Zion history. That said, accessible cabin 529 also includes modern wheelchair access features.
Although personal vehicles are prohibited on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, confirmed Zion Lodge guests receive a permit to drive to the hotel and an access code to park there. From the accessible parking space, there’s level access to the main lodge, and barrier-free access to the front desk, bookstore and accessible restrooms.
Cabin 529 is located a short walk away from the main lodge, but that’s a good thing, as it’s nicely isolated from the hustle and bustle of the main lodge. Accessible parking is available directly in front of the cabin, with ramp access up to the front porch. Access features include wide doorways, a level threshold and good pathway access. The rustic cabin is furnished with a 27-inch high queen-sized bed with wheelchair access on both sides, a desk with a chair, and two side chairs. And just to set the ambiance, the original coal-powered fireplace has been converted to propane.
The bathroom is equipped with a roll-in shower with a fold-down shower bench, grab bars and a hand-held showerhead. The toilet grab bars are located on the back and left walls (as seated), and the bathroom also includes a roll-under sink and a portable shower bench. Best of all, there’s no television in the cabin, so you can just sit back and enjoy the sounds of Mother Nature.
Additionally, the cabin is located at the far end of the parking lot, so it doesn’t face any other cabins. It’s the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy the splendor of Zion Canyon from your own front porch.
Of course a comfortable accessible cabin with a great view is only one of the perks of staying at Zion Lodge. First of all, Zion Lodge is home to the two in-park restaurants. The Red Rock Grill is just a short elevator ride away from the main lobby and the front desk. Open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner; the menu features some standard breakfast favorites in the morning, salads and light entrees at lunch, and a variety of steak, seafood and vegetarian offerings for dinner.
The more casual Castle Dome Café, which is closed during the winter months, is located to the left of the gift shop, just off the main lobby. There’s level access to the snack bar, which offers coffee and pastries in the morning, and burgers, hot dogs, fries and other snack items throughout the rest of the day. Accessible seating is available in the adjacent patio, and as an added bonus this café also a beer cart in the afternoon.
Another perk of staying at Zion Lodge is the scenery. Not only can you enjoy Zion Canyon from your own cabin, but it’s not unusual to spot wild turkeys and deer on the front lawn of the main lodge. Get up early and stake out a place on the patio, and enjoy a little wildlife viewing with your morning coffee.
