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BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge

2.5 of 5
Junction SR-9 & US-89, East Zion, Mount Carmel, UT 84755
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We started with one night and extended it to three we liked it so much. We stayed in the recently remodeled single level units. Really nice: great beds, clean decor, very quiet. Parking for trailers. You can sit outside your door, overlooking a nice lawn and the rest of the complex below. You're 24 miles to Zion, 60 to Bryce,... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
15 May 2013

I think the Thunderbird is a gem too! Thank you! Your mileage is off, but I appreciate your great review and that you stayed extra days. It is 24 miles to Zion's visitor center, but it's only 12 miles to Zion National Park. Kanab is 17 miles. More

San Mateo, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

On April 30, following my cardiologist advice I, together with my wife,decided to skip the high elevation of the Bryce NP of our bus tour and wait at the Junction of SR 9 & US 89 until the bus comes back on the way to the Zion NP. There were a Gift Shop, a gas station, a Best Western hotel,... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
15 May 2013

How wonderful to hear a comment about my wonderful hubby! I am glad he was at the desk when you were in need! Thank you for your comment! ~Tanya Milligan More

Arlington, Washington
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Large and pleasant room. Comfortable bed. No comp breakfast because there is a restaurant on site - with great service and the food is served HOT and good. Not a pet friendly hotel. Has wifi - but it's slow. It's a great location; between Zion National Park and Page, AZ.

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
15 May 2013

I am so glad you enjoyed our large rooms and comfortable beds! Thank you for your review! More

Santa Fe, New Mexico
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We found the Thunderbird through Tripadvisor, and are we glad we did! The rooms are really great, and the bed was incredible for sleeping. We were lucky enough to find a room that faced the golf course. It had a great little patio where you could sit out back and enjoy the cool breeze of the evening. We picked the... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
15 May 2013

The beds! That is the center of a hotel room and the reason most of us rent one! They should be comfortable for sleeping. I love your attitude! You think exactly as I do! Thank you for your review! More

kingston
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Only stayed one night but the room was great and had a fantastic dinner in the the restaurant. would love to come back and stay longer. The area is very beautiful and we really enjoyed see some sights in Mount Zion Park. Our room was at the back and was quiet and had a lovely view.

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
8 May 2013

I am so happy you enjoyed your room, your view and your entire stay! Looking forward to your visit again in the future. Thank you for your review. More

Pittsburgh
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23 reviews 23 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013 via mobile

When the forecast for our second night of camping at Bryce Canyon called for high winds and temps in the 20s, we decided to pack up and look for indoor lodging. Luckily we found the Thunderbird and reserved the last available room. This place has a classic 50-60's atmosphere, but is extremely well maintained. WiFi in the rooms, super comfy... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
5 May 2013

Thanks for your review. I hope that you get to return to play a round of golf! More

Apple Valley, Utah
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Just a one night stay while on an ATV trip. The rooms are clean, and look to have been recently remodeled. Carpet, furnishings, décor, paint, tile, countertops, flat screen tv all looked new. Breakfast is not included, but the restaurant has good food(I only ate breakfast) but I would have to guess all the meals are good. A couple minor... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
29 April 2013

This is a great place to stay for ATV trips with the Coral Pink Sand Dunes just 11 miles away. I am glad you noticed all the money and hard work that we have recently put into our rooms. Thank you for your comment. More

Boulder, Colorado, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

The room was exceptionally clean, stylish, spacious, well-stocked, and even smelled great. The hotel staff were nice and did their best to accommodate my disabled mom. Parking was plentiful, and the location was outstanding. The restaurant seemed overpriced (we didn't eat any full meals there), and the coffee pretty awful, but the pie was actually incredibly tasty and generously portioned,... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Don't you love the smell of a clean room! I remember the days when I would go into a motel room and they sprayed that awful stuff that always made me wonder what they were hiding. Luckily those days are mostly a thing of the past. I love to hear that our rooms are clean and that your handicapped room... More

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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

We stayed one night here and were delighted to to find clean accommodations. The restaurant was good an very close to the office. We planned to stay in Kanab that night, but the hotels we full. We will go back to this jewel!!!

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
27 April 2013

I am so glad you found us! Thank you for your wonderful review! More

Ghent
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46 reviews 46 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Good place to explore both Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. It's a little in the middle of nowhere so if you don't want to drive a half hour for dinner, you have the choice between the hotel restaurant and another hotel. Our room was big but not really nicely furbished, our friend had a room with a lot of... More

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Tanya M, Owner at BEST WESTERN East Zion Thunderbird Lodge, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Oh no! You got our thrown together room. That means that is the very next room to get the handcrafted log furniture, but it's in transit! That's why your friend had different furniture. There are other places to eat - the Buffalo Bistro, the Buffalo Grill, Soup Town.. all within a few minutes. The city of Kanab is 17 miles... More

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Also Known As:
Best Western East Zion Thunderbird Hotel Mount Carmel
Best Western East Zion Thunderbird Hotel
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East Zion Thunderbird Hotel
Address: Junction SR-9 & US-89, East Zion, Mount Carmel, UT 84755
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Region: United States > Utah > Mount Carmel
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Mount Carmel
Price range (per night): INR4,911 - 7,945
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Zion National Park lodging at its best! The Thunderbird offers a refreshing pool and jacuzzi our golf fees at $10, are inviting for even the person that has never golfed before. Vacation packages. Whirlpool rooms, 100% smoke free, 100% pet free, balcony views and patios, satellite TV, sports lounge, meeting room with indoor pool! In-room coffee and tea, guest laundry facilities, direct dial in-room phones, free local and 1-800 calls, internet connections, AAA, AARP. ... more   less 
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