Must-see hotels in The Southwest

  • Lazy Lizard Hostel

    Moab

    This hippie hangout is popular with European travelers and the noncar set. Located behind A-1 storage, it has frayed couches, worn bunks, a small kitchen…

  • Hardman House

    Nevada

    Basic motel, well-located just north of downtown Carson City's gentle excitement. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, but some smell like stale smoke,…

  • Gold Coast

    Las Vegas

    Squeezed between Palms and Rio, this cheap crash pad sports revamped rooms and free Strip shuttles, plus bowling.

  • Orleans

    Las Vegas

    French-provincial rooms are good value, in particular the 'petite suites'. Amenities include a fitness center, pool access, on-site childcare, a movie…

  • Bob Scott Campground

    Northern Nevada

    This basic campground 6.8 miles west of Austin on Hwy 50 is a good option for when there's no vacancy in town. There are bathrooms, water and RV hookups.

  • Canyon Lodge

    Southwestern Utah

    A little frayed around the edges, this 10-room motel has in-room refrigerators, microwaves and coffeemakers in addition to a picnic area with grill.

  • Excalibur

    Las Vegas

    A mock castle playing on its Arthurian theme, with throngs of stroller-pushing parents. Rooms are raggedy but the location is prime.

  • Comfort Inn

    Northern Nevada

    This simple chain motel has Fallon's freshest (newest) rooms, well-located on Hwy 50 near bars and restaurants.

  • National Park Service (NPS) Campgrounds

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    The NPS runs both Desert View and Mather Campgrounds, the only above-the-rim campgrounds on the South Rim, as well as Ten-X Campground, a few miles south…