Broken Spur Inn - Conestoga Wagons & Western Charm

Covered wagon lodging at Capitol Reef National Park, with a white wagon and desert cliffs in the background.

Mission briefing: Broken Spur Inn sits in Torrey as a Western-themed lodge with 58 rooms and Conestoga wagons. Open Feb–Nov, it pairs a heated indoor pool and an on-site Broken Spur Steakhouse with a free hot breakfast for guests. It’s a solid, affordable base for Capitol Reef—quiet nights with occasional upstairs noise.

Quick facts

Lodging Type: Lodge
Price Low Season: 0
Price High Season: 0

Stay details

Lodging Type: Lodge
Price Low Season: 0
Price High Season: 0
Minimum Stay: 0
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 72 hours prior to scheduled check-in. Cancellations within 72 hours will be charged for the first night's stay.

Rooms & amenities

Room Types Available: Traditional King
Traditional Queen
Traditional Double Queen
Suites
Conestoga Wagons
Max Occupancy: 0
Bed Configurations: King bed
Queen bed
Two Queen beds
Conestoga Wagon sleeping units
Square Footage: Varies
In Room Amenities: Free WiFi
TV with Satellite ESPN
Refrigerator
Microwave
Coffee maker
Air conditioning/heat
Property Amenities: Indoor heated pool
Hot tub
On-site restaurant/steakhouse
Gift shop
Playground
Conference center
EV charging stations
Coin-operated guest laundry
Pool Details: Heated indoor pool; hours not published.
Restaurant Details: Broken Spur Steakhouse offers hand-cut steaks and Western comfort dishes; dinner hours 4:30–10:00 PM seasonal. Breakfast buffet for hotel guests 7:00–10:00 AM; public breakfast option $9.95. Room service not available.
Family Amenities: Playground

Location & access

Park Area: Capitol Reef National Park
Distance To Park: Approximately 5-minute drive to the West entrance of Capitol Reef National Park (about 4 miles).
Distance To Town: Located in Torrey, UT.
Distance To Visitor Center: Approximately 13-minute drive (12.1 miles) to the Capitol Reef Visitor Center.
Parking Details: Free self-parking; covered parking not specified.
Shuttle Service: No shuttle service listed on-site.
Walkable Amenities: Subway (3-minute walk)
Broken Spur Inn & Steakhouse (1-minute walk)
Wild Rabbit Cafe (19-minute walk)
Rock Reef Cafe (19-minute walk)
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms available; no elevator; grab bars, low counters/sinks, and raised toilets.

Policies & fit

Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed.
Seasonal Operation: Open February–November; steakhouse season March–November; breakfast served to overnight guests through late November.
Best For: Families, couples, travelers seeking a Western-themed base for Capitol Reef
Who Should Skip This: Pet owners; those needing elevator access or ultra-luxury; light sleepers who require absolute quiet every night.

Planning advice

Review Summary: Value-driven lodge with Western charm. Solid breakfast, on-site steakhouse, and a heated pool. Quiet nights overall but occasional upstairs noise; great base for Capitol Reef visits.
The Honest Truth: This isn't luxury, but it's a solid base with a Western vibe and Conestoga wagons. Breakfast and pool add value; quiet nights overall, with occasional upstairs kids noise. For Capitol Reef exploration it's hard to beat the price-to-location ratio.
Room Insider Tips: Ask for back-building rooms to minimize noise from upstairs; avoid rooms near the lobby if you want quiet; on-site Wagons offer a unique stays.
Pro Tip Booking: Book direct via brokenspurinn.com or by phone for best rates. Plan ahead for peak season; advance reservations recommended.
Your Morning Game Plan: Hit the free hot breakfast; drive time to gate is about 5 minutes. Leave by 6:45 AM to beat crowds and arrive at Capitol Reef early.
Best Time To Visit: February–November (seasonal).
Pro Tips: Free hot breakfast for hotel guests; arrive early.
Request a back-building room to minimize upstairs noise.
Walk to the Broken Spur Steakhouse and Subway; book direct for best rates.
Plan peak-season in advance; breakfast runs daily 7:00–10:00 AM; steakhouse dinner 4:30–10:00 PM.

More details

Is Valid Lodging: 1
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair accessible rooms
Grab bars near toilet
Low-height counters and sinks
Raised toilet seats
Hours: Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Not Recommended For: Pet owners; guests needing elevator access; those seeking luxury.
Cell Service Wi-Fi: WiFi is free and reliable; cell service is not specified within park boundaries.
Local Hazards: No specific local hazards mentioned.
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2023
Notable Views: Sweeping red rock views
Capitol Reef terrain views
Mountain views
Architecture Style: Rustic Western lodge
Recent Updates: Renovations in 2012 and 2023; Wagons introduced as part of Western theme.
Family Friendly Notes: Family-friendly with a playground; noise can occur from upstairs guests; pets not allowed.
Babysitting Available: 0
Nearby Facilities: Subway, Broken Spur Steakhouse, Wild Rabbit Cafe, Rock Reef Cafe
Book If: ✅ BOOK IF: You want a Western-themed family base with included breakfast. ❌ SKIP IF: You need elevator access or ultra-luxury.