The waterfalls found at Havasupai are truly enchanting; a place you need to see in person to believe. This sought-after destination is frequented by thousands of people each year, eager to catch a glimpse of the unique turquoise water that flows through this the Supai reservation. If you are lucky to win one of the 300 highly coveted permits issued each day, you too can experience the beauty of Havasu Falls and surrounding areas.
Due to the remoteness of this destination, travelers need to plan in advance and accordingly. The hike to Havasu Falls can’t be done in a single day, and requires at least a night of overnight backpacking. Therefor most visiting the area will need to secure a hotel or camp nearby beforehand.
Instead of wondering where you should stay before or after your Havasupai adventure, I’ve taken the research and guess work out for you. Having visited the Havasupai area myself, I can safely say these are my go-to recommendations for a stay near Havasu Falls.
Grand Canyon Caverns Inn | Peach Springs, AZ
Address: 115 Mile Marker AZ-66, Peach Springs, AZ 86434
Driving time to Havasupai: Approximately 75 minutes
The Grand Canyon Caverns Inn is an eclectic 48-unit motel located on the way to Havasupai right off the iconic Route 66. Decked in historic décor every direction you turn, this is the ideal location to stay if you’re looking for a stop with running water and a bed. While the Grand Canyon Caverns Inn certainly isn’t a 4-star hotel, it does offer weary travelers a place to get a good night’s rest before heading out to Havasupai the following morning. Room accommodations are typical of most hotels: a bed, side dressers, shower, warm water, and fresh linens.
Pros
- Clean
- Convenient
- Eclectic
Cons
- Not fancy
- Firm mattresses
- Limited staff
- Food closes very early
- No WiFi
Hualapai Lodge | Peach Springs, AZ
Address: 900 AZ-66, Peach Springs, AZ 86434
Driving time to Havasupai: Approximately 75 minutes
The Hualapai Lodge is an equally attractive place to stay at the end of IR18 near Havasupai, operated by the Hualapai Tribe in Peach Springs. It’s about equidistant to Havasupai as the Grand Caverns Inn, however the main difference is it offers travelers more of a hotel feel. This 54-room lodge is decked in authentic Hualapai design with a lobby, gift shop, family-style dining restaurant, business center, heated outdoor pool, and more. For those wanting a more luxury stay, the Hualapai Lodge would be your best and closest option.
Pros
- Clean
- Hotel-feel
- Many amenities
- Convenient restaurant hours
- More staff on-hand
Cons
- Needs to be reserved further out in advance
- More expensive
- WiFi is very slow
Hualapai Hilltop | Grand Canyon National Park
The Hualapai Hilltop is located on Indian Route 18 and is the location where hikers must park their vehicles before embarking on their journey down to Supai Village. In hot summer months, many opt to camp in their cars or near the trailhead to get an early start on their hike and avoid the long drive in from nearby hotels. This is a good option for those that want to begin their hike early and those that don’t mind spending a little extra time in the great outdoors. This is the most practical option for those hiking from June-September when temperatures soar to over 80 degrees by 9am.
Pros
- Next to the trailhead
- Convenient
- Restroom facilities available
Cons
- May not get the best night’s sleep
- Extra night of roughing it
- Few facilities
The three options above are the best and closest options to stay when hiking to the Havasupai area. The two closest airports to get to any of these destinations are Las Vegas (4-hour drive) and Phoenix (5-hour drive). If you are looking for other hotel accommodations, you’ll need to venture a bit further to get to the Hualapai Hilltop. The town of Seligman offers a few other motels; however, they are about a two-hour drive. The town of Kingman offers a bevy of hotels ranging from a Best Western Plus and Quality Inn, but is also a two-hour drive.
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Beaver Falls Havasupai Hike | Supai, AZ
