Arizona's Grand Canyon Railway Has A Restaurant And Hotel Right On The Tracks
By Katie Lawrence|Published November 23, 2021
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
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If you’re looking for a new way to experience the Grand Canyon, how about a train ride? The Grand Canyon Railway in Arizona makes daily runs from Williams to the South Rim, showcasing our state’s most iconic natural wonder like you’ve never seen it before. There’s even a hotel and restaurant right next to the depot, so you can make a whole vacation out of it!
Since 1901, the Grand Canyon Railway has offered daily train rides from its historic Williams depot to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.
Passengers can choose between six different levels of luxury, from the most affordable Pullman Class to the Luxury Dome, which features a spacious lounge and private bar service.
No matter which class you choose, all of the train cars are beautifully restored to showcase what it was like to ride the rails in the early to mid-1900s.
The train departs at 9:30 a.m. MST and returns at 5:45 p.m. (except in November and December, when it departs and returns one hour earlier). Guests are dropped off at Grand Canyon Village and enjoy more than three hours in the canyon.
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Depending on where you're coming from, you may need a place to spend the night after the train ride. Luckily, the railroad has its very own hotel right next door to the station!
The newly refurbished hotel boasts nearly 300 rooms, offering plenty of space to accommodate your adventures. Plus, with standard and deluxe rooms as well as suites, there's something to fit every budget.
Just wait until you see all of the amenities! The resort-style indoor pool has to be our favorite. You can take a dip no matter the season or weather conditions!
The cuisine is served buffet-style, with breakfast running from 6:30 a.m. until 10 a.m., and dinner from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. (3:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. during November and December).
You'll find a variety of traditional fare on the menu, from made-to-order omelets and hearty bowls of oatmeal to the most tender pot roast you've ever tasted.
If you're looking to kick back and watch the game with a drink in hand, Spenser's Pub is the place to go.
There’s even a special hotel just for your pets! Visit the Grand Canyon Railway’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
Have you ever taken a ride on the Grand Canyon Railway? If so, did you stay in the hotel or eat at either of the restaurants? Tell us in the comments below! Check out our previous article for another train ride in Arizona that leads to a magical destination.
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