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[cburke]

We would like to go to the grand canyon but not sure where we like to stay. Our budget is tight and I was thinking of a cabin but not sure how their cabins are. We would drive and take our pop-up but I really don't think I want to do 2 day trip there and then 2 day trip back. I was wondering if anyone been and where they stayed? I would love to hear everyone thoughts on this. Plus, with the cabins would we have to bring anything other than our clothes?

[toddjodybrent]

We went to the Grand Canyon--with Adventures By Disney--and stayed in Thunderbird Lodge on the South Rim. It was incredible!

Here's our review: Williams Family: Adventures By Disney--Grand Canyon

Good luck with your plans!

[cburke]

Originally Posted by toddjodybrent

We went to the Grand Canyon--with Adventures By Disney--and stayed in Thunderbird Lodge on the South Rim. It was incredible!

Here's our review: Williams Family: Adventures By Disney--Grand Canyon

Good luck with your plans!

Do you know if we can pay it with our Disney Rewards?

[Ashli]

Grand Canyon Hotels, Hotels by The Grand Canyon - The Grand Hotel

This is where we stayed in the summer of 2008. I forget the exact price, but I know it was priced very well compared to the other nearby places. It is about a mile outside the gate of GC park. It was a very nice/clean hotel and they had a delicious breakfast buffet.

[DrDolphin]

We stayed on the South Rim at the El Tovar. There are a variety of hotels on the south rim within the boundaries of the park - and they range from high end (EL T) to tent camping. You can find out more about them from the National Park Service's GC lodging website - Grand Canyon National Park - Lodging (U.S. National Park Service)

[B.M.]

We are going to the Grand Canyon this summer! We were originally going to stay in a cabin; but our trip has morphed into a huge month plus long road trip and we are now camping to offset some of the cost.... I'm not a big camper; but I am super excited about the trip all the same! We are spending some time on both the south and north rim....

[cburke]

Just like our Disney trip this is going to be a trip about 4 years from now. For big trips like these we have to save for at least 3 years for. We always wanted to go to the Grand Canyon and I am even more excited to know that Disney has something with it also.

[Huntermom]

Grand Canyon (we did Bryce, Zion and some state parks on the same trip) was without a doubt the best vacation ever. So beautiful you think you are living in a post card.

All the national parks I have ever been to have camping facilities. We stayed in the pioneer cabins on the north rim. They were very rustic but we we very close to the rim and they slept 5-which we needed.

The cabin we stayed in did not have kitchen facilities. If I were pulling a camper, I would probably camp.

[cburke]

Originally Posted by Huntermom

Grand Canyon (we did Bryce, Zion and some state parks on the same trip) was without a doubt the best vacation ever. So beautiful you think you are living in a post card.

All the national parks I have ever been to have camping facilities. We stayed in the pioneer cabins on the north rim. They were very rustic but we we very close to the rim and they slept 5-which we needed.

The cabin we stayed in did not have kitchen facilities. If I were pulling a camper, I would probably camp.

What size beds did the cabin here?

[Huntermom]

I think there was a double and three twins. I know we didn't have to get two rooms (my kids were not willing to share beds).

The website now says:

Pioneer Cabins

Remodeled in 2009, these cabins have two bedrooms separated by a 3/4 bath with a shower only. One bedroom has one queen bed, mini-fridge, and coffee pot.
The second bedroom features a bunk bed (twin-size), one double pull-out sleeper futon (full-size), and writing desk. These cabins sleep six people comfortably. Rollaway beds are not permitted.
One queen, one full and two twin beds
Accommodates 6 people
Standard View and Rim Side Cabins


We stayed before the remodel and they very simple and truly a cabin, not a hotel. If you go to the north rim, it takes about an hour to get to the lodge and amenities. Unlike the south rim, the north rim is very quiet and the are just outside the park is not built up. I think there was one basic motel just outside the park.


This is the link to lodging:
North Rim Accommodations | Grand Canyon


It is my understanding that the rim view rooms/cabins fill quickly and people make reservations as soon as they can.

[cburke]

Originally Posted by Huntermom

I think there was a double and three twins. I know we didn't have to get two rooms (my kids were not willing to share beds).

The website now says:

Pioneer Cabins

Remodeled in 2009, these cabins have two bedrooms separated by a 3/4 bath with a shower only. One bedroom has one queen bed, mini-fridge, and coffee pot.
The second bedroom features a bunk bed (twin-size), one double pull-out sleeper futon (full-size), and writing desk. These cabins sleep six people comfortably. Rollaway beds are not permitted.
One queen, one full and two twin beds
Accommodates 6 people
Standard View and Rim Side Cabins


We stayed before the remodel and they very simple and truly a cabin, not a hotel. If you go to the north rim, it takes about an hour to get to the lodge and amenities. Unlike the south rim, the north rim is very quiet and the are just outside the park is not built up. I think there was one basic motel just outside the park.


This is the link to lodging:
North Rim Accommodations | Grand Canyon


It is my understanding that the rim view rooms/cabins fill quickly and people make reservations as soon as they can.

Thanks alot this really helped. The more I find out the most I can talk DH into this trip. Just like I did our Disney trip

[JuliB57]

I booked the Pioneer Cabins on the North Rim back in November for Sept 2012. There were very few vacancies left at that time so if you want to stay there, you should check into it quickly.

[cburke]

Originally Posted by JuliB57

I booked the Pioneer Cabins on the North Rim back in November for Sept 2012. There were very few vacancies left at that time so if you want to stay there, you should check into it quickly.

When we go it won't be until fall of 2014. When Janaury next year rolls around I will book our fall trip. Thanks for the heads up.

[Huntermom]

Christie,

Show your husband the pictures from the Grand Canyon website. On the north rim, we spent too many hours on the lodge patio, looking out over the canyon. If you eat in the main restaurant, you can try to get a table overlooking the canyon and book at sunset for some incredible views.

I don't know your driving route, but most of the national parks are stunning-well worth a visit.

Diane

[hsmama]

also.....it depends on which side you plan to focus on.....the north and south rims are a LONG drive from each other.....I think the North is less crowded.....we stayed on the South rim for a few days last fall,and LOVED it.....we chose Yavapai lodge, it was about a 1/4-1/2 mile walk to the rim (very nice) cabin style lodging......I loved the peaceful quiet setting,but we had to walk to see the rim....
The Thunderbird lodge right on the south rim is a good option,it's not too much more $$$ but it's right near the edge. The problem there that I saw (walking by it) was the crowds, we visited in late Sept. and it was pretty busy,lots of people, cars,buses nearby,etc. Not so quiet or peaceful. but a great view!
I love Grand Canyon village shopping center, cafeteria for dinner, grocery store for daytime lunch packing!( Yavapai cabins were very close to this)