Nightly rates from $109
Rate based on Check-in: Feb 24, 2012 Check-out: Feb 26, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
18 reviews
Grand Canyon railway Hotel.

There is absolutely no name of the hotel at the premises. If you didn't have the address you would... See full review

  • Oct 6, 2011
Family Getaway

The hotel staff were friendly and placed both rooms next to each other. The amenities were average.... See full review

  • firsttimeviewers
  • Sep 22, 2011
Luxury of a bygone era at the gateway to Grand Canyon

Guests step back in time at this ornate 297-room hotel, perfectly situated alongside the Grand Canyon Railway. The hotel defines style and grace with a classy, cozy lobby with stunning fireplace and beautifully appointed guestrooms. Guests enjoy easy access to nearby attractions, a fitness center, pool, and pub.

Highlights
  • Sumptuous accommodations, close to town and attractions
  • Perfect base for multi-day excursions
  • Fitness center and pool
  • Adjacent pet-friendly hotel for dogs and cats
Rooms

The hotel offers 287 rooms and 11 suites. Spacious Standard guest rooms feature two queen beds, heating and air conditioning, Internet access (fees apply), in-room coffee markers, television with premium cable channels, and eco-friendly amenities in the large bathrooms. Deluxe rooms boast two triple-sheeted queen beds, satellite flat-screen televisions, and Thomasville furnishings. Rooms also include a micro-fridge and full bathroom with granite countertops. Rollaway beds, cribs, and connecting rooms are available.

Features

Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, a two-story, low-rise property, was modeled after the historic Williams Depot and original Harvey House Fray Marcos Hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The smoke-free property provides an impressive list of top-notch features for guests, whether they're traveling on business, on a family vacation, or a romantic getaway. The adjacent Grand Canyon Railway Hotel Pet Resort features 28 rooms for dogs and 16 condos for cats.

Dining

Guests enjoy fine spirits in Spenser's Pub, the hotel's signature room, featuring a custom handcrafted mahogany bar built in the late 1800s and brought over from Europe. The pub serves light fare such as pizzas and sandwiches in a friendly atmosphere. The on-site Grand Depot serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet-style.

Recreation

The property also offers a heated indoor pool and hot tub. A kids' game room features video games and pinball. Outside, a professionally designed playground offers a rock-climbing wall, basketball court, volleyball court, and horseshoes.

 

Elephant Rocks, an 18-hole course just a mile from the hotel, tests golfers' skills as it winds through the Ponderosa pine-lined fairways at almost 7,000 feet elevation.

Transportation
  • Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (36.5 mi/58.7 km)
  • Grand Canyon National Park Airport (52 mi/83.7 km)
Nearby attractions
  • Grand Canyon National Park, south entrance (55 mi/88.5 km)
  • Lowell Observatory, Flagstaff (34.2 mi/55 km)
  • Yavapai Observation Station (60.7 mi/97.7 km)
  • Walnut Canyon National Monument (45 mi/72.4 km)
Business
  • Conference facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • High-speed Internet access (fees apply)
Policies and fees
  • High-speed wireless Internet access is available in guest rooms for $9.95 per day.
  • Discounts available to seniors and AARP members.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Grand Canyon Railway Hotel Rooms

Standard Room
Standard guest rooms are spacious and feature two queen beds, heating and air conditioning, dial-up Internet access, in-room coffee markers, premium cable channels and environmentally friendly amenities in the large bathrooms. Each room is accessible through the hotel's indoor corridors.
Deluxe Room - 2 Queen beds
Deluxe rooms feature two triple-sheeted queen beds, LG flat-screen TVs with satellite TV, and new Thomasville furnishings. The rooms also have a micro-fridge, in-room coffee maker, telephone, alarm clock, air conditioning and a full bathroom with granite countertops. Like the standard rooms, the deluxe rooms are a spacious 300+ square feet and have been recently renovated with new carpet, VOC-free paint and low flow showerheads.

Hotel Map

235 North Grand Canyon Boulevard, Williams, AZ 86046

Area served
Williams, AZ
Nearby airports
Phoenix International Airport and Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
Area description
The Grand Canyon Railway Hotel is located adjacent to the Grand Canyon Railway train depot in Williams, Arizona on the original Route 66 and Highway 40 en route to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Surrounded by the largest Ponderosa Pine Forest in the world at an alpine elevation of 7,000 feet above sea level. It's literally across the tracks from the main street area of Williams and its picturesque small town America shops and restaurants.

Amenities

  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Grand Depot Cafe
Grand Depot Cafe on the Grand Canyon Railway property sits adjacent to the Grand Canyon Railway Depot serving hearty buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner 363 days a year.
Spenser's Pub
Spenser's Pub is the Grand Canyon Railway's signature bar, offering a relaxing drinks and light menu fare 363 days a year. Features authentic English bar imported from Europe and outdoor terrace, weather permitting.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (18)

Ratings and reviews for Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Overall score

3.6 / 5
18 out of 18
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.4

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Palm Desert, CA, USA
Oct 6, 2011

Grand Canyon railway Hotel.

There is absolutely no name of the hotel at the premises. If you didn't have the address you would never find it. The buffet there was below average and food was almost tasteless. Not the place to eat unless you don't have transportation to go elsewhere.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

4
firsttimeviewers
NY,NY
Sep 22, 2011

Family Getaway

The hotel staff were friendly and placed both rooms next to each other. The amenities were average. It was nice to have a cafe/restaurant nearby. We liked the atmosphere and the coach rides offered with entertainment. We also liked the convenience of getting on the Grand Canyon train ride. The family had a nice time however didn't stay at the hotel too long to enjoy everything, it was all about the train and the Grand Canyon!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

To get on the Grand Canyon train, bar, and restaurant

Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Franklin
Not Provided
Aug 24, 2011

The hotel was very nice and just

The hotel was very nice and just what we needed so we could see the grand canyon before going to Las Vegas. We'll probably stay with you the next time we head for Californial or Las Vegas.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

3
spike
henderson, nevada
Jul 26, 2011

Weekend getaway

We stayed in Williams and took the Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon. 2 1/2 hours there and back with entertainment on the train. It was a great time. Williams is a fun town with gunfights in the streets. The hotel was across the parking lot from the depot. The service at the hotel bar was not the best. Requested a working remote for tv but not such luck.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

It was a short walk to town. The restuarants also have entertainment.

Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

3
John
Menomonee Falls, WI
Jun 20, 2011

Williams Trip

I went to the grand canyon and attended a motorcycle rally. Free wifi would have been nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Kiwitess
Karratha Western Australia
Dec 21, 2010

Great Hotel

We stayed one night at the Hotel. It was my daughter's and my first time to Williams, in fact to the USA. The hotel was PERFECT! We had adjoining rooms as we were traveling with an Amercian friend of mine. It was snowing when we got there and the rooms were lovely and warm. The whole Hotel setting and staff could not have been any better!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Absolutely fantastic Cafe close by, friendly staff and the best food!

Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Recent retiree
Gary, IN
Sep 27, 2010

Great location

This is a great location for the train ride, jeep tours. Hotel was clean and the room was a good size.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

There are so many shop and tour activites within walking distance of the hotel.

Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

3
California Man
Los Angeles, CA
Sep 12, 2010

Uneventful stay

We did not spend a whole lot of time at the hotel except for resting after spending time at the Grand Canyon. This hotel is about 45-60 minutes from the Grand Canyon National Park entrance. The pool was small but it was enough to relax after the long days. There is also a very nice mini gym but I doubt it gets used much since walking in the Grand Canyon is in itself a good exercise.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

This hotel is in Williams, AZ. The town organizes a Wild West show during the summer months. It is very entertaining to watch it if you have kids.

Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Lovey
Long Beach, Ca.
Aug 30, 2010

Great Location for vacation

The hotel was in a great location. The people were very friendly. I cant wait to revisit the town of Williams, Az. again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Reviewer score

4
BillyGoat
Chandler, AZ
Aug 26, 2010

peaceful place

We traveled to Williams to enjoy a peaceful vacation and we were not disappointed. The location of the grandcanyon railway hotel is a perfect base for visiting the grand canyon and other attractions in the area. everything we wanted to do was well within driving distance and we even found time to relax in Spencers Pub (awesome service and atmosphere). The grandcanyon railway cafe also impressed us with their food and service. I would recommend this spot to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Spencer's Pub has some of the best wings and pizza in the area. enjoy a margarita while you're waiting!

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