Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most-visited parks in the national park system, but don’t let that stop you from visiting — it’s absolutely stunning and there’s plenty of room for everyone. It’s also a great park for both active visitors and more laid-back travelers, as you can do a 20-plus-mile hike all the way through the canyon or just stay on the top, strolling between viewpoints and checking out the various visitors centers.
There’s no major town near the park, which means some of the best Airbnbs by Grand Canyon National Park are a little more, well, remote. You can choose from furnished bell tents, geodesic stargazing domes, vintage A-frames and camping trailers, or cute cabins. Of course, if you don’t mind staying about 40 minutes away, you can find Airbnbs by Grand Canyon that are a little more traditional, choosing from rental homes within walking distance of restaurants and shopping in towns like Williams, AZ.
Most people start at the South Rim, though the North Rim is also an option from May to October. After visiting the Grand Canyon Village, you can also catch a free shuttle bus to various viewpoints along the rim so you don’t need to worry about driving. Other popular activities include hiking into the canyon, taking helicopter tours, rafting down the Colorado River, or joining one of many ranger activities.
Outside the park, be sure to find time to stop at other beautiful natural sights like Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon.
The Airbnbs by Grand Canyon National Park below are listed in order of least to most expensive starting rate per night, so scroll to the end if you’re looking for something on the more luxurious (or larger) side.
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This Airbnb by Grand Canyon National Park is a little different from your average rental: it’s a bell tent in the desert about 30 minutes from the park entrance. There are actually six tents on the property, so you can rent several if you’re traveling with a group. It doesn’t have heat, so it’s only available to rent during the summer through early fall.
The tents each have a queen bed and basic furnishings, plus a private solar shower and camp bathroom. Stays come with a light breakfast, and you can also arrange camp dinners to be prepared back at your tent in the evenings. Note that the tented camp is solar-powered, so don’t expect Wifi, power in the tents, or tons of lighting. Fortunately, that lack of light pollution makes the stargazing truly amazing.
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