Holiday Inn Resort Grand Canyon

Holiday Inn Resort Grand Canyon: lodging in Tusayan, near the South Rim

Holiday Inn Resort Grand Canyon is a hotel complex located in Tusayan, Arizona, just minutes from the South Rim and the historic Grand Canyon Village. It presents itself as a base for exploring the canyon, with access to sunrise viewpoints and hiking trails, and offers services designed for both relaxation and family entertainment.

Rooms and accommodations

The resort has recently renovated standard rooms with updated furniture and details. Standard options include two queen beds, ideal for families or groups, or one king bed, designed for couples or solo travelers. All include a flat-screen TV and Keurig coffee maker.

Premium rooms offer more space and different configurations: king bed with sofa bed, king bed with bunk bed, or two queen beds. They may include a soaking tub or walk-in shower, and all have a wet bar.

The suites, semi-divided or one-bedroom, include a king bed, a separate or semi-divided living room with sofa bed, a separate shower and soaking tub or walk-in shower, and a kitchenette or wet bar. Some suites have a furnished balcony.

The resort also offers renovated pet-friendly rooms, in configurations that include a premium room with two queen beds and extra space, or a standard room with one king bed or two queen beds. All include a dog crate, flat-screen TV, and Keurig coffee maker. A fee of $35 per pet per night applies; if the pet is not declared at check-in, a $75 cleaning fee is added.

Amenities and facilities

The property is 100% smoke-free and offers rooms adapted for people with reduced mobility, with roll-in showers, removable benches, grab bars in the bathrooms, and elevated seats. General amenities include a work desk with power outlet, in-room safe, hair dryer, microwave and refrigerator, coffee maker and tea kettle, AM/FM clock radio, iron and ironing board, gift shop, coffee station, on-site laundry, and a 24-hour business center with computer, printer, fax, and copier.

Parking is free and includes space for trucks and RVs. The resort offers discounts for local tour operators and high-speed Wi-Fi, plus cable TV with movie channels and docking stations.

Pools, fitness, and activities

The complex has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, both with daily hours from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM respectively, and indoor and outdoor hot tubs open year-round. The outdoor pool has a water play area for children. The fitness center opens from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM and is equipped with cardio and strength machines.

Entertainment offerings include Roadrunner E-Bike rentals, with a minimum age of 15 unless children are riding as passengers in a trailer; access to the Greenway Trail is right behind the resort and connects Tusayan to the Grand Canyon. There is also billiards and an arcade room with a $5 credit, nighttime movie screenings at the indoor pool at 7:00 PM, giant chess, cornhole, ping-pong tables, and board games. Complimentary s'mores are offered nightly by the fire pits, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, in the lobby courtyard.

Restaurants and dining

The resort hosts several dining establishments. Canyon Room serves hearty breakfasts in a relaxed atmosphere. Desert Lounge + Grill offers regional cuisine with an elevated approach for dinner. Squire Pub + Social offers casual American food and family entertainment, with an arcade open from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM and a restaurant from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Watchtower Pool & Patio serves refreshing drinks and casual bites by the pool.

ResortPass and access for outside visitors

Holiday Inn Resort Grand Canyon offers ResortPass, a pass that allows outside guests to enjoy the resort's facilities, including pools, hot tubs, and lounge areas, whether they are staying inside the park or in the surrounding area.

Location and transportation

The resort is located in Tusayan, Arizona, minutes from the South Rim and Grand Canyon Village. The free Grand Canyon shuttle stops directly in front of the property, making it easy to access the park without needing a car. Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Location and contact

74 Highway 64, Tusayan, AZ 86023 · Phone: 928-638-2681