Located just 20 feet (six metres) from the canyon rim, the historic El Tovar Hotel first opened its doors to guests in 1905 and has hosted many great names in its time, including Theodore Roosevelt and Albert Einstein. The hotel is a Registered National Historic Landmark and has retained an elegant, century-old charm while providing up-to-date facilities and smart, clean accommodation.
The fine-dining cuisine offered in the restaurant is very popular and requires advance booking, while the Market Plaza Store is just a few minutes’ drive away, where you can purchase food for a scenic picnic in the national park.
OUR OPINION:
The El Tovar is a characterful hotel that we found is full of charm and ideally located to fully absorb the vastness of the canyon.
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Photos of El Tovar Hotel
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El Tovar - Lobby
Rooms
The rooms each have their own distinct style and layout, adding to the hotel’s charm. The entry-level Standard rooms have one queen sized or double bed, while the more spacious Deluxe rooms offer a king sized bed or two queen sized beds. For further space and comfort, the Suites are individually named and offer a sitting room, with a few also boasting a balcony or porch, some of which offer views over the canyon. Amenities in each room include air conditioning, satellite TVs, safes, hair dryers, coffee makers and en suite bathrooms.
Location
El Tovar Hotel is situated within Grand Canyon National Park, just a stone’s throw from the edge of the canyon, ensuring some spectacular views from its rooms and restaurant. Set at the beginning of Hermit Road, it’s conveniently placed for driving the scenic route to Hermits Rest, which offers lots of viewpoints en route, or for following the popular Bright Angel Trail inside the canyon.
Food and drink
The El Tovar dining room is one of the most popular restaurants within the Grand Canyon. Offering fine-dining, it’s set perpendicular to the rim and offers spectacular views of the canyon. Window tables are sought after and may require a short wait, but the views make it well worth it. Alternatively, the nearby town of Tusayan, just outside the park, has more restaurants to choose from.
Families
While none of the rooms are interconnecting, some of them feature two queen sized beds for up to four guests, and rollaway beds are available to accommodate children.
Facilities and activities
The relaxing open fires and cosy seating in the lobby area is a welcome resting place after a long day exploring the park. Alternatively, you can settle up on the balcony area with a game or puzzle before heading down to the restaurant. The El Tovar also has its own gift shop for those wanting to take home some Grand Canyon souvenirs.
Accessibility
ADA-compliant accessible rooms are available, including some with roll-in showers.
Tour ideas in Grand Canyon National Park
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at El Tovar Hotel as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn
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Grand Canyon Lodge, North Rim
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![Under Canvas Grand Canyon Lobby Tent]()
Under Canvas Grand Canyon
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Yavapai Lodge East
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Grand Canyon Helicopter & Jeep Tour ![Helicopter landing at the Grand Canyon]()
Grand Canyon Helicopter & Jeep Tour
Grand Canyon Helicopter & Jeep Tour
This helicopter and jeep sunset safari puts the Grand Canyon just under your feet and shows its lively skyline before night fall.
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Imperial Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour ![The Grand Canyon]()
Imperial Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
Imperial Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
Experience the best of the Grand Canyon on a one-hour flight over its eastern edges.
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North Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour ![Grand Canyon by Helicopter]()
North Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
North Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour
Fly over the widest and deepest portion of the Grand Canyon, known as its most geographically dynamic region.
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Grand Canyon National Park and nearby places
- Flagstaff 66 miles away
- Page 71 miles away
- Sedona 85 miles away
- Winslow 109 miles away
- Zion National Park 93 miles away
- Kayenta, Monument Valley 115 miles away
- Bryce Canyon National Park 107 miles away
- Arizona 121 miles away
- Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park 131 miles away
- Torrey 161 miles away