Meditation Retreats
10 Airbnbs Near Zion and Bryce Canyon
For two very different experiences just 90 minutes apart, combine Zion National Park in southern Utah and Bryce Canyon National Park on a single road trip. Camping in the parks can be great, especially during the off-season. But if a hot shower and a comfortable bed sound appealing, book a dreamy Airbnb not far from the park entrances. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites, from a tiny house with a killer hot tub to a solar-powered retreat on an apple orchard.
The modern home
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This modern, solar-powered two-bedroom home (from $ 239) sits on a 14-acre apple farm in Glendale, about 25 minutes east of Zion National Park and less than an hour southwest of Bryce Canyon National Park, and sleeps up to nine People . When it gets dark, a fireplace on the roof terrace makes for the ideal meeting point. The hosts also rent a collection of five tiny houses (starting at $ 103) on the property – perfect if you have friends who will join you.
The little house
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You can sleep up to four people in this tiny one-bedroom home (from $ 338), which sits on 75 acres on the outskirts of Virgin, about 20 minutes from Zion and two hours from Bryce. However, it works best for one or two people. You spend most of your time outside, gazing at the stars from the fireplace or enjoying the most fantastic whirlpool in the world. Be sure to request fresh eggs from the local chickens to be delivered for your breakfast.
The vintage trailer
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Sleep soundly in this cozy, off-grid classic car trailer (from $ 111) located on a remote mesa about ten minutes from Zion’s southern entrance. The RV, a Fleetwood Wilderness refurbished in 1990, has a queen bed and a sofa bed. Bonus: Your host, Shanti Hodges, founder of the Hike It Baby organization and co-owner of Wild Utah Tours hiking outfit, can give you exactly the right suggestions about where to hike and what to explore in the park.
The loft
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This two bedroom second floor apartment (starting at $ 332) is just steps from the south entrance to Zion in the town of Springdale. The loft is decorated in a south-western bohemian style, with brightly colored walls and eccentric art and linens. The best part? It’s located upstairs in Café Soleil, which serves the tastiest breakfast burrito in town.
The tent
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This sleek canvas tent (starting at $ 104) is part of a glamping outfit called Wander Camp and comes with a king-size bed or two twins. Shared bathrooms are just a short walk away. They’re unplugged – there’s no power, limited cellular, definitely no WiFi – and are on a breathtaking plateau on a rugged dirt road about 25 minutes from Zion.
The cabin
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Posting in one of these rustic and quaint cabins (from $ 150) less than 1 mile from the east entrance of Zion gives you easy park access, but no crowds or hustle and bustle when you’re right in the middle of it Stay city. The tiny, 400-square-meter, wood-paneled accommodations have a queen-size bed and a sleeping loft.
The sanctuary
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This relaxed property is part of a vacation home complex called Nama-Stay and offers yoga and meditation retreats on a regular basis (there is a dedicated room on site). The newly added studio-sized guest suite (from $ 195) is perfect for one or two people, but friends can stay in the neighboring units. The hotel is located in downtown Springdale, within walking distance of shops and restaurants.
The whole B&B
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Traveling with a group? The entire six-bedroom bed and breakfast (starting at $ 600) can be rented for up to 16 people. Located in Tropic, just 7 miles from the gate of Bryce Canyon National Park. And like a real B&B, a hearty cooked breakfast is included. The property was remodeled in 2020.
The cliff house
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This stunning, newly constructed home (from $ 214) sits on the cliff on a 160-acre ranch outside of Escalante town, about an hour east of Bryce Canyon and two and a half hours from Zion. Built in 2019, the masterpiece with three bedrooms and an area of 2,200 square meters can accommodate up to ten people and offers breathtaking views of the Escalante River and the surrounding mountains from its roof terrace.
The studio
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This charming studio apartment (starting at $ 140) is part of a bed and breakfast inn that is now under new ownership. This Tropic hotel is 10 miles from Bryce Canyon. Unlike many other properties in this area, the WiFi is actually fast enough to work remotely from here. They have their own garden entrance, a queen-size bed and an attic for up to three people.
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