Dinosaur Inn & Suites

3.0 star property
Hotel in Vernal with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Front of property - evening/night
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Lobby
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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251 E Main Street, Vernal, UT, 84078
  • Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Vernal Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • T-Rex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Vernal, UT (VEL-Vernal Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Premier 2 Queen Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (H/A Roll-in 2 Queen Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Premier 1 King Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Executive Suite Walk-in Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Family Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Executive 2 Queen Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub (Executive Suite Jetted Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (2 Queen Beds Walk-in Handrails)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Executive 1 King Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (1 King Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (2 Queen Beds Adjoining Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Vernal

Dinosaur Inn & Suites places you next to Uintah County Library and within a 5-minute walk of Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum. This 59-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Uintah County Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Western Heritage Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Vernal Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • T-Rex - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Vernal, UT (VEL-Vernal Regional) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Khao Hom Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Dinosaur Inn & Suites

Hotel in Vernal with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
Dinosaur Inn & Suites features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 22 to May 26:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 7 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dinosaur Inn Vernal
Best Western Dinosaur Inn
Dinosaur Inn & Suites Hotel
Dinosaur Inn & Suites Vernal
Dinosaur Inn & Suites Hotel Vernal
Dinosaur Inn
BEST WESTERN Dinosaur Inn Vernal, Utah
Best Western Vernal

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

Dinosaur Inn & Suites offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

As of Sep 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dinosaur Inn & Suites on Oct 4, 2025 start from $134.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Vernal, just steps from Uintah County Library, and within a 10-minute walk of Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum and Vernal Theater. You'll also find Independence Park and Western Heritage Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Dinosaur Inn & Suites feature a casino?

No, Dinosaur Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:30 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

Is Dinosaur Inn & Suites good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a restaurant and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Dinosaur Inn & Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dinosaur Inn & Suites serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Dinosaur Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dinosaur Inn & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Dinosaur Inn & Suites is Vernal, UT (VEL-Vernal Regional), which is 1.5 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Dinosaur Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Dinosaur Inn & Suites.

Dinosaur Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anjanette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed overall quality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee'Dya, Playa del Rey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place. Big room. Nice bath ( except tub didn’t drain well). Felt like the best of the 70s, a good thing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

The suite was spacious uniquely designed with modern deco. The outer property space is deceiv
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cute inn! We had a room across from the outdoor pool. Liked that we could park our car right outside our door. Rooms were very clean and we enjoyed their complimentary breakfast! Staff was very friendly! It was a great location as we were going to visit the Dinosaur National Park. Would highly recommend this inn!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this hotel! Spacious room, very clean. Nice updated bathroom. Lots of options for breakfast. The pool area looked very nice and all of the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a fine motel nothing special. One night was good enough. With the name Dinosaur Inn I wish there was more Dinosaur themes or something. It sounds fun but its a motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked this based on price and location, plus their free breakfast. We arrived on a Monday afternoon around 3:30 p.m. and were able to check in. The property is located in the heart of the Vernal business district, within an easy walk of any businesses in the area. We walked to dinner each night. The layout appears to be the combination of 2 distinct original motels, now combined. This includes an Italian restaurant (reviewed separately). The rooms associated with both of the original motels surround a pool. Rooms are direct access to the parking lot (i.e., no 'central hallway'), which was fine for us. Check-in was easy. They also provide a couple of computers for guest access. This was useful on our last night for printing our boarding passes. In addition, they allow access to their dining room so that you can refill water bottles throughout the day, a service which we took full advantage of. Rooms in back of the pool are slightly trickier to park, but otherwise there was no issue. Our room was spacious in terms of where you can lay out a suitcase. There was also plenty of room on the bathroom counter for all 3 of us. This was in stark contrast to some places we've stayed in the last year (I'm looking at you, Amsterdam!). The only slight drawback to the room was the beds. I don't know that this was quite 'queen size', so 2 of us together both felt a bit cramped. It wasn't a big deal, though. Breakfast on the mornings we stayed here was from 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Dino-Mite

Fun property. Very clean and comfortable. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at the Dinosaur Inn! The staff was friendly, cordial, and quite helpful. Our room was very nice, clean, and well maintained. The included hot breakfast was also a hit, with a wide range of choices - all good. In short, this was a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After going to Dinosaur National Monument it seemed appropriate to stay at the Dinosaur inn. The rooms were big, very clean and the motel was close to restaurants. I especially liked no news in the breakfast room and instead watching the Flintstones which was also very appropriate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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

Great for Dinosaur lovers

Rooms were large and clean. Location was great. Perfect for a family vacation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Traveled with family

Glad we chose this one!

Loved all of it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Louise, The Villages

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. We liked the location for walking to restaurants and the museums. It was convenient to be able to park right in front of our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo

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

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local owner and family owned Very nice clean room inside and out. Stuff was really nice and helpful. Will definitely stay at this motel again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Canton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025