Circle of Destination Motel

Travelers can enjoy outdoor dining or gather around the firepit after exploring the stunning landscapes near this recently refreshed motel.

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January 2026

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February 2026

Exterior - Circle of Destination Motel (Escalante)

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchen - Circle of Destination Motel (Escalante)

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Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds - Circle of Destination Motel (Escalante)

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Circle of Destination Motel, near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, offers relaxation and adventure. Rejuvenated in 2023, it features a firepit area, garden with outdoor furniture, and on-site Destination Café for breakfast before exploring.

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Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

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Room options

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

3+ beds

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Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Renovated in 2023

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Mountain view

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Renovated in 2023

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Mountain view

Single Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Renovated in 2023

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Mountain view

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Renovated in 2023

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Mountain view

Double Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Full-sized fridge/freezer

TV

Renovated in 2023

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Mountain view

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About the area

Located in Escalante, Circle of Destination Motel is in the historical district. Devil's Garden is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Zebra & Tunnel Trailhead. Golden Cathedral and Kodachrome Basin State Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and rock climbing. Visit our Escalante travel guide

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475 W Main St, Escalante, UT, 84726

What's nearby

Escalante City Park
8 min walk - 0.8 km
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument
2 min drive - 2.6 km
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
5 min drive - 2.2 km
Escalante Library
8 min walk - 0.8 km

Restaurants

4th West Pub
1 min walk
Nemo's Drive Through
13 min walk
North Creek Grill
8 min drive
Circle D Eatery
1 min walk
Georgie’s Outdoor Mexican Cafe
2 min walk

About this property

Circle of Destination Motel

Motel remodelled in 2023 and located near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

You can look forward to a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Circle of Destination Motel. The on-site American cuisine café, Destination Café, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an off-lead area and outdoor furniture
Charcoal grills
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location

Room features

All guest rooms at Circle of Destination Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.

More amenities include:

Bathrooms with baths or showers and shampoo
30-inch TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 5 to 17 per person
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Destination Café

Family friendly

In-room microwave

Conveniences

Virtual front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
No lift (single-level property)

More

1 floor
2 buildings
Built in 1936
Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property - January 2023
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

30-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Heating
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 December and 28 February.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 17 per person
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Circle D Motel

Circle Of Destination

Circle of Destination Motel Motel

Circle of Destination Motel Escalante

Circle of Destination Motel Motel Escalante

Frequently asked questions

Is Circle of Destination Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Circle of Destination Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Circle of Destination Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Circle of Destination Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Circle of Destination Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Devil's Garden and Zebra & Tunnel Trailhead.

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Circle of Destination Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Mark

8 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rooms were nice and view from the porch was nice in the morning

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

7 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Perfect location, chairs and table out front for each room, their restaurant has excellent food, Fri-Sun. Room was spotless, comfortable beds, quiet, had everything we needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marchelle

22 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We had a great stay at Circle of Destination Motel! Clean spacious room and check-in was very smooth(given the room number and door code the day before we arrived). We will definitely stay there again when in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

14 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was very clean, beds were comfortable, kitchenette was well equipped, and staff were very friendly and responsive. Great place to stay. We ate at the Escalente Outfitters, had delicious pizza! Great location and community.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

18 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Loved the separate kitchenette. Room was clean and comfortable. Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

9 Sept 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

safe, easy check in, convenient location

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ARTHUR

8 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a clean room and a great view of the sunrise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

20 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Easy self check-in. Great place. Would recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

29 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was absolutely amazing. Somehow my reservation was messed up and they quickly worked to correct the mistake

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

3 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, clean, easy check in process.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

18 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean, safe, and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

11 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good parking. Clean as a whistle.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

18 Oct 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staff very helpful. Condition of floor, bathtub and beds was poor.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

22 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Super easy check-in process. You were sent to Key code to the room. Place is cold dated and updated in a gorgeous situation.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

12 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was clean and very comfortable. Make sure to call for late check in as there won't be anyone at the property. Property was quiet. We had some great pancakes from the restaurant across the street.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

5 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This little hotel / motel was great, Friendly staff, good location. Decor was fitting for the area and trip.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

28 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean rooms, soft beds, really fun restaurants / Cafe attached to the front, staff was friendly and welcoming

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

2 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The larger room was great for a family of 6.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

19 Oct 2025

Pictures on Internet shows individual cabins. This was an older stye motel with connected units, not cabins. Inside was clean, comfortable with frig & microwave.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

1 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

The town was very small so there weren’t too many restaurants. Wish the one at the hotel would have been open. The rooms nice, clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

3 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room is rundown but clean. Parking area is right in front of your room. Food at the outfitters down the road was good.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

29 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable. Simple but adequate.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

11 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Location is quiet, clean and has beautiful views. Although a little outdated, it is very clean and comfortable. Bathroom remodel looks nice and clean. Restaurant on site and other options within walking distance. Very convenient to National Parks. Would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

21 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I spoke with one of the staff and they were very courteous and made us feel welcome. The lady went above and beyond to help is to get our key code. The price of a room stay was very reasonable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025