A land of deep, snaking canyons; powerful, red buttes; and vividly surreal vistas and rock formations carved by millions of years of geography, southern Utah is an outdoor lover's paradise. Two of Utah's most prominent national parks are Zion and Bryce Canyon, and Hatch, Utah, lies directly between them on U.S. Highway 89, providing a logical base camp for a multipark tour. The small town has several lodging options.
Hatch, Utah, is located approximately 25 miles southwest of Bryce Canyon National Park and 55 miles north of Zion National Park. The tiny, desert town has a population of under 200, but its location in national park country gives it a lodging infrastructure that belies its tiny size. The town offers various lodging establishments including RV parks, motels and cabin rentals.
A family owned and operated inn and restaurant, the New Bryce offers 20 rooms with queen beds, Wi-Fi and local television. Room options include doubles, singles and family rooms. Family suites include three queen beds, two bathrooms, a refrigerator and microwave. As of winter 2011, the property advertised a starting price of less than $56 per night. New Bryce is a pet-friendly property that does not require deposits, though visitors should note that things to do with pets are limited in both Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks.
This versatile property offers a campground, RV park and motel on a scenic, 25-acre chunk of land adjacent to the Sevier River. The motel is a rustic, western-styled property with rooms that have satellite TV, microwaves, Wi-Fi and refrigerators. Riverside aims at accommodating the outdoor lovers that frequent southern Utah and offers guided horseback rides, ATV tours and fishing trips. The Cactus Cowboy Restaurant is an on-site establishment that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Hatch Station is a 15-room property (including two guest suites) located on U.S. 89. Rooms have Wi-Fi, satellite TV, microwaves and refrigerators. There is a convenience store and Dining Car Steakhouse on the premises. As of winter 2011, advertised pricing on Hatch Station's website started at $48 per night. The same company that runs Hatch Station also runs a biker-themed hotel called the Galaxy with seven rooms, a biker gift shop and a 50s themed diner.
