Cathedral Valley Inn - Budget Base near Capitol Reef

Patio seating at Capitol Reef National Park overlooking Cathedral Valley sandstone cliffs.

It's a budget-friendly base near Capitol Reef. 16 rooms, free WiFi, mountain views, and a continental breakfast that actually hits. The outdoor pool and hot tub shut down for winter, but you’re getting a solid, simple stay for the dollar.

Quick facts

Lodging Type: Motel
Price Low Season: 112
Price High Season: 150

Stay details

Lodging Type: Motel
Price Low Season: 112
Price High Season: 150
Peak Season Dates: Not explicitly stated; reviews indicate peak season can be busy.
Off Season Dates: Not explicitly stated
Minimum Stay: 0
Cancellation Policy: 3PM day of arrival

Rooms & amenities

Room Types Available: Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
King Room
King Room - Disability Access
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 0
Bed Configurations: 1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Square Footage: Varies
In Room Amenities: Free WiFi
TV
Coffee maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Air conditioning / Heating
Property Amenities: Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Hot tub (seasonal)
Fire pit area (coming soon)
Free parking
EV charging station
Laundry on-site
Pool Details: Seasonal outdoor pool; closed Oct 10–Apr 10
Restaurant Details: No on-site restaurant currently listed; Snacks & Meals Available (coming soon) including frozen pizzas and Mountain House meals for purchase; room service not available
Family Amenities: Pet-friendly policy

Location & access

Park Area: Capitol Reef National Park
Distance To Park: 14.6 miles (12-14 minute drive)
Distance To Town: Town Point: 2.1 miles; Hanksville: 20 miles
Distance To Visitor Center: 24.9 miles (26 minutes)
Parking Details: Free parking for cars, RVs, buses, and trailers. EV charging station available.
Shuttle Service: No official park shuttle stop on-site mentioned
Walkable Amenities: Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse (9-minute walk)
Accessibility: King Room - Disability Access available. No on-site elevators. Wheelchair access to common/public areas

Policies & fit

Pet Policy: Allowed (2 pets of any size). $25 per pet, per stay. Service animals exempt. Pets cannot be left unattended.
Seasonal Operation: Pool and hot tub seasonal
Best For: Families, couples, adventurers, and pet owners seeking a quiet getaway near Capitol Reef
Who Should Skip This: Light sleepers sensitive to highway noise; travelers needing immediate on-site dining options; those requiring elevator access

Planning advice

Review Summary: Solid budget option with mountain views, 16 rooms, and pet-friendly policy. Breakfast is decent and WiFi reliable; pool/hot tub are seasonal. Some highway noise potential; dining options are not on-site.
The Honest Truth: It's a solid budget base near Capitol Reef with mountain views, free WiFi, and a decent continental breakfast. The pool/hot tub are seasonal, and there is highway noise potential for light sleepers. For $112–$150, you get a practical, clean stay close to the park.
Room Insider Tips: Ask for a mountain-view room; avoid rooms facing Highway 24 if you’re sensitive to road noise. No elevator—use the stairs; back-building rooms may be quieter.
Pro Tip Booking: Book early for peak season; request mountain-view King Room or the Disability Access room; note there are no elevators and pets are allowed (2 max).
Your Morning Game Plan: Skip the lobby sludge—continental coffee is pretty good. You're about 14 minutes from the Capitol Reef entrance. Leave by 6:45 AM to beat the crowds and get primo parking.
Pro Tips: The Game Plan.
Parking is free for cars, RVs, buses, and trailers; EV charging on-site.
Continental breakfast with waffles; coffee is very good—fuel up before sunrise.
No on-site restaurant yet; Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse is a 9-minute walk; Rim Rock Restaurant 8 minutes by car.
Pet policy: 2 pets allowed per stay; $25 per pet; service animals exempt; don’t leave pets unattended.
Pool and hot tub are seasonal; plan accordingly if visiting in shoulder seasons.

More details

Is Valid Lodging: 1
Accessibility Features: Disability access room
Wheelchair accessible common areas
Not Recommended For: Light sleepers sensitive to highway noise; anyone needing on-site dining or elevators
Cell Service Wi-Fi: Cell service usually poor to nonexistent; Free high-speed WiFi; good for streaming
Local Hazards: Wildlife possible in the area
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2013
Notable Views: Mountain views
Recent Updates: Fire pit area planned (coming soon); no on-site dining yet; Sn acks & Meals coming soon
Family Friendly Notes: Family-friendly base with 16 rooms; near Capitol Reef. Highway noise may affect some families with light sleepers
Babysitting Available: 0
Nearby Facilities: Saddlery Cowboy Bar & Steakhouse (9-minute walk); Rim Rock Restaurant (8-minute drive); Duke's (20 miles)
Book If: ✅ BOOK IF: You want a budget-friendly, pet-friendly base near Capitol Reef with mountain views. ❌ SKIP IF: You need elevator access or immediate on-site dining.