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![]() ![]() We made dinner reservations several months in advance at the El Tovar dining room down the street. This was disappointing as we wanted to visit the food court and shops a mile away. You don't want to move the car to go to the rest of the village or you'll be out of luck until late in the day when people staying in town move on. ![]() Doesn't get any better than that! We scored a parking spot right in front of the lodge which was a miracle according to the staff. The rim of the Canyon is right out the door with stunning views from the walking path between lodges. and small fridge in the room as we settled in for the night. Our check in went quickly and the bellman helped drag our bags to our room efficiently. It's right next to the Bright Angel Lodge with a gift shop, fast food type deli, and a saloon. We spent one night in the Thunderbird Lodge and found it to be modern and comfortable. While the room is a bit dated and bare necessity getting to enjoy the canyon in those moments is invaluable. The next morning we watched the sun rise over the canyon then walked for coffee in the quiet of the morning on the south rim trail.that is what you are paying for, those experiences. As we walked to dinner at El Tovar (again get reservations early, it also books up quickly, ps in park dining is never fantastic set reasonable expectations, lol) we had a close encounter with elk, and on our way back from dinner with the sun setting over the canyon we saw elk once more as well as mule deer directly outside the lodge. ![]() Even though the room is dated (we knew this going in) I would still recommend it and stay here again.after a long day of walking the rim, the room was close and convenient (parking is tricky, get a spot early). We stayed at Thunderbird lodge with a partial view of the canyon. To get the full experience of the Grand Canyon you've got to see it all times of the day, the best way to do this is to stay at one of the parks onsite hotels or lodges. ![]()
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