Hotels & Motels in Williams, AZ
Williams, Arizona offers its visitors a historic and dramatic experience. Situated close to the Grand Canyon National Park, which is just a short 58 mi (93 km) north, the town boasts Route 66 as its main street and a historic mountain town atmosphere. Visitors can take a ride on the Grand Canyon Express Railway, a traditional steam locomotive that travels from Williams across the Arizona landscape to one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, the Grand Canyon. Deeply carved by the Colorado River, this canyon has captivated visitors to northern Arizona since the railroad first started bringing people from Williams in the early 1900s. In summer months, visitors can also encounter a traditional wild-west experience complete with an early evening cowboy shoot-out in the center of town.
The Western theme is highlighted by several of Williams' hotels and motels and for visitors desiring something more contemporary, there are numerous other places to rest one’s head. Almost all of the town’s accommodation properties are dotted along and close to Main Street. As part of the well-known Route 66, the street is now a designated National Historic District to protect the original store fronts. In fact, some of Williams’ motels date to the 1920s and 30s but have been updated to provide 21st century-style comfort and convenience.
HOTEL & MOTEL OPTIONS
There are approximately 20 different hotels and motels in Williams that provide the opportunity to stay on Route 66, but they are also very close to Interstate 40, which passes north of Williams in an east-west direction. The town’s hotels are mostly mid-range and budget properties and include both national chains and a few independent choices.
The Grand Canyon Railway Hotel offers a more upscale place to stay with the Rail Barons suite providing the ultimate in luxury. This 1,000-sq-ft (93-sq-m) space has a full kitchen that is decked out in granite and stainless steel with a breakfast bar and a full-size dining table.
Williams’ mid-range lodgings have amenities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hot tubs, wireless Internet access, business center services, laundry facilities and rooms with whirlpool baths.
Those choosing to save and stay at one of the many budget accommodations in the city have numerous chain options from which to choose, as well as the Canyon Motel and Lodge, which has regular kings and queens but also features a more expensive and unusual sleeping choice—that of staying in a small or large rail car or caboose.
Lastly, those looking for an out-of-town location may wish to try the Quality Inn Mountain Ranch and Resort, located 6 mi (9 km) east of the city along Interstate 40. The accommodation provides guests with a fitness center, outdoor pool, fax service, newspapers and a gift shop.
