El Tovar Hotel

Category: Hotel in Grand Canyon Village, Arizona

Address: 9 Village Loop Drive, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA

Phone: +19286382631

Reviews

Brynn Rinehart

Jun 16, 2022

We were staying nearby but woke up early for the sunrise and man this hotel's restaurant was pumping out some delicious smells. There was still 20 minutes till opening at 6:30 so I raced back to get the rest of my family. We were about the 6th or 7thparty seated that Tuesdays morning. We had excellent service by everyone except out server Sylvia. She was decent but seemed pretty grouchy. Stephanie her assistant was fabulous, front of house was kind as well. Food hit the spot, not necessarily the best breakfast but probably was the best breakfast you can have within the State Park. We were so happy to stumble upon this place.

Rens Troost

Apr 14, 2022

The food here is very good and we experienced it with the (limited) take-away menu, which is why I give it 2 stars. The front of house is a disaster. Reservations are unobtainable except far in advance, and the people with reservations were kept waiting for hours. Walk-ins are uniformly quoted ‘2 hours wait’ and it then stretches to three hours, at which time there will not be enough time to eat before the house shuts (at 9). A small amount of investment and training would improve the situation, but its a captive audience in a beautiful place…so I suggest you go for sandwiches from the deli at the supermarket onsite instead. I am not kidding.

DB Hall

Mar 30, 2022

The hotel is located on the south rim, it is a, amazing location. However, the hotel needs a complete facelift. The old west atmosphere is in desperate need of a new twist. They need to do some serious maintenance if they are going to keep charging the outrageous prices they do. The staff does not seem to care. The food in the restaurant was very good as was the service, but only in the restaurant.

Sandy gorbywelches

Jan 28, 2022

This hotel was built around 1920. Don’t expect all the modern conveniences like microwaves or 2020 decor. It’s a lodge-not a Hyatt. Very very rustic. Excellent food. The website tells you to make reservations for lunch and dinner when you book the hotel. Do it!!! Or you wait a long time or not get in. You can always cancel. The service was excellent everywhere and the food was excellent. Good gift shop. It is pricy and you’ll pay a lot for a big room (like 2 queens). Being situated right on the South Rim is worth every penny.

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Questions & Answers

Is this hotel comparable to the majestic Awahnee at Yosemite?

Violet Mesple | Feb 23, 2020
Ray Casey | Feb 24, 2020

I did not stay there I talked to others who did and they were happy

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Reserve dinner Tovar?

William D Koller | Feb 23, 2020
Steve Klefstad | Feb 24, 2020

Reservations are required for dinner at El Tovar, however you can get a drink at the bar (which includes sitting on the veranda) and order appetizers without a reservation.

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What time is checkin

Janet Bohn | Feb 23, 2019
Gustavo Frances | Feb 24, 2019

3 or 4, but they let us in early

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We are in a Recreational Vehicle. is there direct access to the hotel and is there parking on site. We plan to arrieve mid June for 3 days.

Xavier Mendoza | Feb 23, 2019
Gustavo Frances | Feb 24, 2019

Limited parking, maybe park at campground and walk over

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Who built El Tovar, how long it took and how many lives were lost in the process? None of this information is on the small pamphlet given at the hotel

marite | Dec 24, 2020
Shelly Mott | Dec 25, 2020

Charles Whittlesey designed the El Tovar in 1905. It was built in conjunction with the Santa Fe railroad. It took two years to build and construction was complete in 1905.

Will be staying with you in June and would like to go ahead and make a reservation for the restaurant but website only goes until the end of February. Is it possible to go ahead and make a reservation for June 15?

Kristin Rodgers | Feb 23, 2020
D | Feb 24, 2020

I would call now and ask for a table by the back window overlooking the canyon. Worth it for sunset. If not, do the same for sunrise. However, they can squeeze you in as a hotel guest....just have a drink in the lounge while you wait.

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Where is the best place for a spa massage in the grand canyon asap?

gail COUSINEAU | Feb 23, 2020
jerry napombhe | Feb 24, 2020

I don't think you can get spa massage in the grand canyon. Best to stay in the big hotel outside grand canyon National Park.

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Are items marked "gluten-free" on menus truly safe for persons with celiac disease (cross contamination with gluten is carefully avoided)?

J B | Feb 23, 2020
Don Swofford | Feb 24, 2020

I don't know but if you call the restaurant and talk to the chef they were always very very helpful during our stay.

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what is the cost to stay at the el tovar for one week

HUNTER WESTBROOK | Feb 23, 2020
A. manger | Feb 24, 2020

Best lounge on rim

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Is wifi available at the El Tovar

Linda Dawes | Feb 23, 2019
Sarah Linder | Feb 24, 2019

Who needs wifi, just step outside abd enjoy the view instead!

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Good afternoon we are from Argentina and we would like to stay at your hotel 2 rooms. we are 4 pax in which date there is availability, to adapt in trip to availability

ICE_ djinn | Feb 23, 2019
Cesar Augusto Del Valle Bermudez | Feb 24, 2019

https://www.grandcanyonlodges.com that is the address of the hotel for reservations

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What is the dress code for dining at El Tovar?

Delinda B. | Feb 23, 2019
Emily Oser | Feb 24, 2019

T-shirt, jeans, tank top, shorts, sundress... Anything is acceptable! We went directly after through hiking the Grand Canyon and were acceptable. 😂

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Can we bring dog?

Ok | Feb 23, 2019
Niecey Hendricks | Feb 24, 2019

No. But there is a kennel at the canyon.

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Are there on-site washer and dryers that are public access use?

Nora Bryant | Feb 23, 2019
Susan S. McClellan | Feb 24, 2019

No. There may be something in Grand Canyon Village.

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I have family visiting the El Tovar on my recommendation. I want to have a gift in their room when they arrive. What can you offer? Wine? Fruit? Other? Please send details. Thanks

Joseph Little | Feb 23, 2019
Deb Barr | Feb 24, 2019

Just call the front desk and they can arrange something for you

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I was wondering what the Grand Canyon and surrounding businesses are typically like over Easter Sunday?

cheryl angeles | Feb 23, 2018
Gustavo Frances | Feb 24, 2018

Not many businesses around there. Everything around is owned by xtera so I imagine it's all open

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Is there a cancelation list?

Sarah Sharpe | Feb 23, 2018
Heidi Nitti | Feb 24, 2018

There's no cancellation list

Is there a train from Vegas to El Tovar hotel?

Jan Kubitz | Feb 23, 2018
Louise LeMarr | Feb 24, 2018

Train rides are from Williams only. Grand Canyon does have a small air port. Helicopter rides over the canyon are available from las Vegas.

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The journey from where you start from las vegas nevada or some information

Rosa ortiz | Feb 23, 2018
ANGEL ORTEGA | Feb 24, 2018

I do not understand why the trip is for the question!

I have a guard dog. Not a service animal- he's so well trained he makes no sound unless I alert to him. Do you have a small single room where you can accommodate us?

Patricia St Vincent | Feb 23, 2018
Gregory Luna | Feb 24, 2018

Yavapai Lodge only South Rim hotel that has pet friendly rooms. There is a basic kennel on the South Rim.

Can we get a helicopter ride from the motel over the Grand Canyon? If so, what's the cost?

Bob Runchey | Feb 23, 2018
Susan Murphy | Feb 24, 2018

We took a 20 minute $23 cab ride from the hotel. Maverick helicopter was the best thing we did on the trip. Absolutely worth every penny.

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We have been trying to book this hotel and every date we plug in says booked. I find that hard to believe. I have also tried calling the hotel directly and someone there gave us a 1-888 number that did not work??

Conspiracy Todd | Sep 12, 2021
Susan Murdoch | Sep 13, 2021

Try on Hotels.com. However, it is small and may well be booked out. Bright angel is also an option.

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