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El Tovar Hotel
Grand Canyon, Arizona
P O Box 699, Grand Canyon, Arizona 86023
Original Property Opened in 1905
Historic Hotels of America member since 2012
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Opening its doors in 1905, El Tovar Hotel, a former Harvey House, is considered the premier lodging facility at the Grand Canyon. Constructed of native stone and Oregon pine, this historic hotel was built as a destination resort and provides an air of venerable dignity. Its location is just steps from the rim of the canyon and is one of only a handful of Harvey House facilities still in operation. The hotel features the canyon’s premier dining facility, El Tovar Dining Room, and an elegant gift shop with unique gifts and apparel. The hotel has hosted such luminaries as President Theodore Roosevelt, Albert Einstein, Western author Zane Grey, and President Bill Clinton.
Discover
- Discover the native stone and Oregon pine façade of El Tovar Hotel, a former Harvey House that opened in 1905 during the railroad expansion in the western United States.
- Admire the accommodations where luminaries, such as Theodore Roosevelt, Albert Einstein, Western author Zane Grey, and President Bill Clinton have stayed.
- Discover the porches and balconies of this historic hotel that overlook the Grand Canyon, as this National Historic Landmark is located a mere 20 feet from the rim of the canyon.
Explore
- Explore the peaks of the Grand Canyon, including Buddha Temple, Brahma Temple, Zoroaster Temple, Shiva Temple, Confucius Temple, and Dragon Head.
- Hike to Hopi Point, a South Rim overlook with unobstructed canyon vistas that is popular for sunrise and sunset viewing.
- Venture into the wilderness of Point Sublime in this national park.
Experience
- Visit Mary Colter's Lookout Studio, a rubble-stone venue turned historic landmark that is popular for photography.
- Hike to Mather Point, a scenic viewpoint along South Rim that is popular for its canyon vistas and proximity to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.
- Experience the Grand Canyon Railway. This amazing attraction offers scenic tours of the Grand Canyon's South Rim.
Taste
- Dine in El Tovar's Dining Room and Lounge, a 211-seat venue constructed from native stone and Oregon pine located perpendicular to the rim.
- Stop by Canyon Coffee House for organic coffee drinks, pastries, and fruit.
- Swing by Yavapai Tavern, a stone-accented waterhole offering regional craft beers, specialty cocktails, and a pub menu.
