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So I drove through the night, to get here before sunrise. Unfortunately the trail is closed until the visitor center is open, which was after sunrise. I was able to race down the trail and see why some 120-200 Navajo called this home at one point. It is perfectly placed to get shade through morning and a spring is nearby.
So I drove through the night, to get here before sunrise. Unfortunately the trail is closed until the visitor center is open, which was after sunrise. I was able to race down the trail and see why some 120-200 Navajo called this home at one point. It is perfectly placed to get shade through morning and a spring is nearby.
These trees were so contrasted with the red and gold cliffs and ground all around.
So I drove through the night, to get here before sunrise. Unfortunately the trail is closed until the visitor center is open, which was after sunrise. I was able to race down the trail and see why some 120-200 Navajo called this home at one point. It is perfectly placed to get shade through morning and a spring is nearby.
As I walked back up the path saw this dead tree. Even though I was only a mile or so away from the actual ruins, I could not imagine walking to and from that every day. It is thousands of feet in elevation gain/loss getting to the bottom of this canyon.
Kayenta Monument Valley Inn

Kayenta Monument Valley Inn

3 out of 5
Junction Highway 160/Highway 163 Kayenta AZ
The price is RM482 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
RM482
RM585 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kayenta. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,448 reviews)
Everything was good didn’t wasn’t informed you had to put $30 down payment never had to do in the pass. But overall everything was good

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Kayenta Monument Valley Inn
Goulding's Lodge

Goulding's Lodge

3 out of 5
1000 Main Street Oljato-Monument Valley UT
Stay at this lodge in Oljato-Monument Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,223 reviews)
Beautiful view and comfy bed

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Goulding's Lodge
The View Hotel

The View Hotel

2 out of 5
4 miles East Highway 163 Indian Route 42 Oljato-Monument Valley AZ
Stay at this hotel in Oljato-Monument Valley. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Popular attractions Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (28 reviews)
The hotel has amazing views and is overall clean and well kept. The staff were very nice and were able to accommodate us a bit early. A few things did bother me though. Upon arriving to my room there a really strong smell of disinfectant which triggered my headache. The food from the restaurant was ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025

The View Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sedona Pines Resort

Sedona Pines Resort

3.5 out of 5
6701 W State Route 89A Sedona AZ
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,852 reviews)
Nice quiet place. Starry skies. Lectures or concerts about 3-4 nights a week that are really good.Go to the flute concerts and the vortex tour —the latter by Starry Krystal includes history of Sedona, lots of info on best places to hike, and what vortex really is — not some mystical, esoteric place. ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Sedona Pines Resort
Scottsdale Camelback Resort

Scottsdale Camelback Resort

4 out of 5
6302 E Camelback Rd Scottsdale AZ
Stay at this spa condo in Scottsdale. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,342 reviews)
Very clean room, comfortable beds, good location, great pool and activities!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Scottsdale Camelback Resort
Junipine Resort

Junipine Resort

3.5 out of 5
8351 N Highway 89A Sedona AZ
Stay at this aparthotel in Sedona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,263 reviews)
Fireplace was very relaxing and such a peaceful environment. They also have a sitting area where you can enjoy bird watching .

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Junipine Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.