Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

High-altitude Zion basecamp with big energy

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort runs like a lively campground with room to breathe, set high on Zion’s east side where cooler air and fewer crowds come standard. Days can be as active as the schedule allows, while the remote setting keeps evenings calm under star-filled desert skies.

  • Dining for every pace

    From a lodge restaurant to taqueria and poolside bites, meals stay easy.

  • Pool playtime built in

    A family outdoor pool with water slides, plus hot tubs for recovery.

  • Observation Point made simple

    Park here, then take the East Mesa shuttle to skip rough roads.
$83 nightly
The total price is $94
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Conestoga wagons sleep six with WiFi
  • Wagon exteriors with picnic table and grill
  • Cabin suites with kitchenette basics for snacks
  • Cabins set up with fire pit grill grate
  • On-site pond stocked with kayaks and paddleboards
  • Sports courts for basketball, tennis, sand volleyball
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A small, single-story building with a pitched roof and a door with windows.

Glamping Tents

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Twin Beds

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A large white cylindrical structure with a trailer attached, set in a dry, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation.

Wagon

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A log cabin bedroom with a bunk bed, a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

Cowboy Cabin with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 265 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Overlook

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a leather sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Ranch House

  • Sleeps 18
  • 6 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A wooden cabin with a green roof, large windows, and a deck.

Casa de Canyon

  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Timber Ridge

  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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A bathroom with two sinks, a large mirror, and a window with a stained glass design.

Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door.

Esperanza

  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Escape at Zion

  • Sleeps 20
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a crib in a well-lit room with windows and a ceiling fan.

La Mesa

  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A log cabin with a porch, a small deck, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

Juniper Mesa

  • Sleeps 11
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Angels Landing

  • Sleeps 20
  • 4 King Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 3 Twin Trundle Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and wall sconces.

Zions Edge

  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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A two-story wooden house with a covered porch, a garage, and a gravel driveway.

Grandma's Place

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

The Retreat

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite Serenity

  • Sleeps 19
  • 2 King Beds, 3 Twin Sofa Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Queen Sofa Beds

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A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

Tiny Home

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

Deluxe Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Twin Knolls Road, Zion National Park, Orderville, UT, 84755

What's nearby

  • Clear Creek Overlook - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zion National Park - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Zion National Park East Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Zion National Park South Entrance - 37 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Zion Canyon Visitor Center - 38 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • St. George Regional Airport (SGU) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rock Grill - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Cordwood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Castle Dome Cafe - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Eats - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Buffalo Grill - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

  • When you stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Zion National Park. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Ponderosa Eats, which serves American cuisine. Other features include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a snack bar/deli. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 31 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Playground

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rock climbing
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Pool table
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Ponderosa Eats - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 20 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 02 to March 01:
  • Dining venue(s)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, rock climbing, and hiking and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort also has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort?

Yes, Ponderosa Eats offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort like?

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort is located a short 13-minute walk from Clear Creek Overlook.

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Reviews

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Reviews

8.8

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8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool and hot tub were a highlight of the stay, with many guests enjoying the warm water and various pool activities. (27 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served delicious meals at reasonable prices with great service. (24 reviews)
  • The hot tub and pool were a great way to relax after hiking and exploring the surrounding area. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay and place was beautiful.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is by far the best place to stay when visiting Zion! Friendly staff, amazing amenities on site, can’t wait to go back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay loved the staff and location.
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved this place. Away from the crowds after a long day at the park. Great food in the restaurant, hiking and adventure excursions available. Price was great, I will be back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful atay. Bring some firewood ansd make a fire and enjoy all there amenities. The hottest hot.tub we have been in. Coffee abd great food onsite. Not the cheapest but very good quality and concient. It is family owned and so well keep up. Love it will definitely stay again. Bring anything you need not store or food in sight for about 30 minutes or more
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10/10 Exceptional

The place was amazing and my kids had fun using the amenities
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6/10 Good

We had a smooth check in. Bed was comfortable. Couch was covered in crumbs, etc. I was pretty upset over that! Bathrooms were not the cleanest but not gross. I think this place needs a better cleaning crew and I wish the hot tub was open later.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great! They were very helpful. We decided to stay an additional night and they made it possible and it was an amazing stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly staff, good food
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10/10 Exceptional

Resort, amenities, location, and staff all get an A+.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love the location and overall feel of this reosrt
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the Cabin @ Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort. Rooms were clean and staff were very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fun place to stay, lots of amenities and activities to do. Staff is friendly. The restaurant got our food out pretty quickly even when busy. The ice cream store was very very slow and the showers could've been cleaned more often but other than that, overall great stay!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

My only complaint was the community showers and restrooms. We stayed for 2 nights, Friday and Saturday. In that time, the bathrooms and showers were never cleaned. There was a lot of trash and towels left in the shower rooms from other guests. One of the urinals (there were 2) in the men's room was pretty gross, and it was never cleaned. They did have some cleaners there on Sunday morning that cleaned out the showers that weren't in use. You should definitely bring shower shoes if you plan on using the showers while staying there. We stayed in a glamping tent, it was fun. The portable heater in the tent was easy to use and took the edge off the cold nights. The tents have locking doors with a code. There are no tables inside the glamping tent except for two night stands next to the bed. There was also a twin-sized bed with a trundle and a futon. There's also a picnic table outside for meals and a fire pit at each tent to enjoy. The restaurant at the resort had good food, and the staff was friendly. Overall, it was a fun place to stay. Overall, the resort looked well cared for. The pool area was nice and clean. The location of the resort is pretty remote and felt peaceful. The night skies were beautiful.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for 3 nights while we travelled to the parks around the area. The kids loved the pool and having mini golf right outside our cabin was great entertainment. The food was decently priced in the restaurant as well. Overall a great stay, so much that we extended it an extra night there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Really great property with lit of amenities. I stayed within a “cowboy cabin” and I really enjoyed it! Big kudo to the pools and hot tubs!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and helpful. The amenities are incredible, the views are amazing.
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8/10 Very good

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort was so much fun! My kids enjoyed all the amenities they had to offer. I would definitely be returning.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful property. The tiny home was spectacular! Stargazing is a must!
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed all the recreational opportunities. One of the two pools was closed but plenty of space in the open pool. The bathrooms were clean and well maintained. The pizza was good in the main dining room but not a lot of other options besides pizza, burgers, or chicken tenders. The glamping tents were spacious but wish they were spread out more. Some late arrivals kept us up one night as they were trying to unload with all the tents clumped together. Overall I'd come back as this place is great for families with all the recreation amenities. Lot more relaxed then staying down in the canyon.
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8/10 Very good

Very clean with nicely heated bathrooms and showers. Glamping tents had heaters and it was very cold at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had the two bedroom cabin and it worked well for two parents and three kids. The cabin is small but well designed, very clean modern bathroom and shower. The main lodge is so cute and the restaurant excellent. Wish we had more time to spend at the resort. The advantage of staying on East side of Zion is the drive into the park is beautiful and also there is no line at the entrance of the park (unlike the main other entrance).
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded our expectations. The tiny home wasn't so tiny! Staff were extremely helpful. I only wish we had found this place while our kids were younger, they would have loved everything there is to do there! Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and spotless, and the staff were so friendly and welcoming! We really enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, and the food was absolutely delicious. Our short stay was filled with wonderful memories. If you’re on your way to Zion Canyon or Bryce Canyon definitely stop by and check this place out-it’s truly worth it. We would love to return again in the future!
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6/10 Good

We stayed in the tents! They were ok. We came in when the power had gone out due to a power line issue so we were under prepared. If you are staying bring everything like you are camping: coolers, Food a way to cook things too. There was also a NO fire order. Only propane grills could be used. We did not bring one. It was a cute stay overall but it all needs a little maintenance. Rust is everywhere, pool slides need some refreshing. There were no straws or spoons to eat the slushies we bought at the pool Cafe. Morning coffee and breakfast was good and reasonably priced. Overall we would go back.