Entrada Escalante Lodge
Lodge-style bedroom with tan bedding and twin lamps in Capitol Reef National Park lodging.
Accessible lodge bathroom with grab bars and a tiled shower in Capitol Reef National Park.

Entrada Escalante Lodge

Lodging★★★★★
Last Updated: February 2026

WiFi & Cell

Premium, complimentary high-speed WiFi; streaming capable.

Open

Closed January and February

Overview

About This Property

Entrada Escalante Lodge sits in Escalante with eight rooms and a dark-sky setting. It's a newer accommodation offering a spa, and Waffles & Wildflowers on-site, with private patios that reveal Grand Staircase-Escalante views. Room options include Single King, Single Queen (Mini Deluxe), and Deluxe King Suite with a full kitchen; Rooms 5–8 are pet-friendly. Rates run from $179 to $270 a night, delivering elevated comfort in a dark-sky setting.

Your Morning Game Plan

Coffee reality: Organic, fresh-ground Columbian coffee from Shooke Coffee is available; the best local joe is a 5-minute walk away. Drive time to the Capitol Reef Entrance Station is about 90 minutes. Leave by 6:45 AM to beat crowds and enjoy cooler morning light.

Highlights

Book If

✅ BOOK IF: You want a well-appointed base for Escalante adventures with a spa on-site. ❌ SKIP IF: You require absolute quiet and want zero pet-friendly options.

Notable Views

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument views from private patios

Architecture

Not available

Awards

Not available

Family Friendly

Best for solo travelers, couples, families, hikers, stargazers.

Best Time to Visit

Unknown

Pro Tips

  • Pet-friendly rooms 5–8.
  • Ask for monocline-facing rooms for best views.
  • Free, high-speed WiFi; on-site dining at Waffles & Wildflowers.
  • Deluxe King Suites require a 2-night minimum.

Property History

Recent Updates: Not available

The Honest Truth

This is a clean, well-appointed lodge with a spa, on-site waffles, and dark-sky nights. Rates from $179 to $270 reflect solid value for the space and amenities. If you crave absolute quiet, plan for potential road noise and consider monocline-facing rooms for the best views.

Who Should Skip This

Light sleepers who require total quiet; guests who dislike pet-friendly options.

Booking Insider Tip

Book direct at entradaescalante.com for best rates. Reserve monocline-facing rooms for the best views. Plan ahead for peak season; the cancellation policy rewards early booking.

What Guests Say

Five-star rating across 122 reviews. The on-site spa, Waffles & Wildflowers, and private patios with Grand Staircase views are consistently praised. Road noise and pet-friendly options are noted caveats.

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