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Circle of Destination Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
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Breakfast, lunch, brunch served; American cuisine, garden views
Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity
Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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475 W Main St, Escalante, UT, 84726
  • Place, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Escalante River Trailhead
    ‪9 min drive‬
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Room options

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Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Escalante

Circle of Destination Motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. This 21-room motel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Escalante Library - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Escalante River Trailhead - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Boulder Mail Trailhead - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪4th West Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nemo's Drive Through - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪North Creek Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle D Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Georgie’s Outdoor Mexican Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Circle of Destination Motel

Motel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Circle of Destination Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
30-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, coffee makers, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 5 to 17 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Destination Café

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1936
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 1 and February 28.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 17 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Circle D Motel
Circle Of Destination
Circle of Destination Motel Motel
Circle of Destination Motel Escalante
Circle of Destination Motel Motel Escalante

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Circle of Destination Motel?

Circle of Destination Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Circle of Destination Motel?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Escalante based on their ratings, and it's a short 9-minute walk from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and also 11 minutes on foot from Escalante City Park. You'll also find Escalante Petrified Forest State Park and Escalante River Trailhead within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Circle of Destination Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Circle of Destination Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Circle of Destination Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Circle of Destination Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Circle of Destination Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant with al fresco dining plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and mountain views.

Does Circle of Destination Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Circle of Destination Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Circle of Destination Motel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Destination Café.

Will Circle of Destination Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Circle of Destination Motel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at Circle of Destination Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Circle of Destination Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Circle of Destination Motel.

Reviews

Circle of Destination Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 736 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 736 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 736 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 736 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 736 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

harry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My New Basecamp to Adventures

Admittedly, I've passed through Escalante time to time and it never seemed more like a one night stop. But I was so impressed with how much of a central place to so many cool things. But in order to have a good basecamp, you don't want to stay at a motel that peaked decades before. I thought the reviews were solid for Circle of Destination and they were right. The room was comfortable, I liked how much more spacious the room was compared to other hotels of comparable price. The room was clean, bed was comfortable, and it was quiet. I loved that I can park my Vespa (we were on a scooter club trip) right in front of the room. It made loading and unloading easy. I loved how simple check in was-- I got an email with my room number and my room code. We went to the restaurant next door for breakfast and that's got to be some of the best pancakes I've had in a long time. Circle of Destination can be a destination on its own. For me, it's now a new basecamp for me and adventures along Highway 12. I'm kicking myself for not staying longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karalee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rejean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worked great for a motorcycle 1/2 way stop on scenic 12 loop ride.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was plain but clean. The bed was comfortable. I had no problem checking in or out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy in and out

Received email check-in instructions prior to arrival which made it quick and easy. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Location was great. Easy access to Grand Staircase and choice of restaurants within walking distance (but keep in mind it's Escalante, not NYC 😉). Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARAN RAJ

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was nice. Property was clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

WILLIAM, BOULDER

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakell

Clean and cute decoration
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

VI

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe place to stay while visiting Escalante. Check-in was very quick and easy. The room was spacious; the only thing that would have been helpful is any counter space in the bathroom. Also, a full length mirror would be a great addition too. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room mattresses a bit uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little hotel / motel was great, Friendly staff, good location. Decor was fitting for the area and trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We were pleasantly surprised by this motel. Our room had everything we needed and for the price, it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

The front desk staff was very nice and accommodating. The cleaning staff was extremely friendly and gave me recommendations for things to do. Great people! The room was very clean and affordable. Will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alesha

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lars, LOS LUNAS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Bog room and large bathroom. Shower ok. Nice beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cristal C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The desk clerk was very kind and capable. This motel is an updated but old motel. The carpet, furniture and paint looked new. The bathroom sink was tired. The bathroom was as tiny as I have ever seen with a shower, toilet and sink in the smallest possible space. That said, it beats camping and in this part of the world with so much beauty to see outside, we were happy for a comfy bed between outdoor adventures.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Abdul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025