Located 17 miles north of Jakes Corner, Kohl's Ranch Lodge is built into the surrounding Tonto National Forest and offers six different styles of lodging. As of January 2011, room rates range from $84 a night for a 330-square-foot studio with one king or two double beds to $245 a night for a two-bedroom, two-bath 1,200-square-foot suite. This facility is pet friendly, offering kennels for $5 a night and pet rooms for an additional $20 fee. Amenities include on-property fly fishing in the adjacent Tonto Creek and an on-site steakhouse.
The Days Inn and Suites Payson, located 19 miles north of Jakes Corner on the Beeline Highway, provides a complimentary continental breakfast and USA Today newspaper for overnight guests. Room rates, as of January 2011, start from $59.99 a night for a standard room with a king bed. Room upgrades include jacuzzi suites and fireplace rooms. Complimentary wireless Internet is included with all rates. Restaurants within walking distance to the property include the Buffalo Bar and Grill and Denny's. Access to the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is a 13-mile drive from the hotel.
Travelers planning on visiting the Mazatzal Casino can take advantage of Paysonglo's free shuttle to and from the casino grounds. This property, which is 18 miles north of Jakes Corner, includes complimentary wireless Internet and breakfast bar in the daily rates. Rates as of January 2011 are $59.99 for a standard queen or king room and $69.99 for a deluxe king or deluxe double queen room. Fireplace rooms are available in the winter for $79.99 per night. The Payson Golf Course is only two miles away and is open to the public.
Adventure-seeking travelers who prefer to stay in a spa setting find respite at the Verde River Rock House Bed and Breakfast, 25 miles from Jakes Corner. Half- and full-day ATV rentals are available for guests to explore the surrounding Tonto National Forest service roads. Situated on the East Verde River, this property offers full adventure planning from hiking to the top of Mogollan Rim to personal cooking lessons. Three rooms are available on property and as of January 2011, the weekend rate is $225 for double occupancy, which includes breakfast, appetizers, hors d`oeuvres, and select wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks.
