Vernal, Utah Hotels

Rich with outdoor splendor and natural history, the small town of Vernal, Utah, serves as an ideal base camp for visiting a number of nearby attractions. Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area features world-famous trout fishing, as well as boating, water skiing, parasailing, rafting, hiking, and ancient petroglyphs. The Uinta Mountains, Utah's highest mountain range, make a scenic setting for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Those with an interest in dinosaurs and other prehistoric life will enjoy exploring the backcountry of Dinosaur National Monument and visiting the Utah Field House of Natural History Museum. Visitors to Vernal can choose from a number of hotels.

The Sage Motel

Located in downtown Vernal, the Sage Motel offers comfortable accommodations at reasonable prices. The newly renovated rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, and free high-speed Internet access. Pets are welcome for a small per-night fee. The motel also offers free continental breakfast, truck and trailer parking, laundry facilities, and an on-site restaurant.

The Sage Motel
54 W. Main St.
Vernal, Utah 84078
(800) 760-1442
www.vernalmotels.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Vernal

Conveniently located on Highway 40, the Holiday Inn Express is one of Vernal's newest and nicest hotels. Amenities at this mid-level hotel include a well-stocked complimentary breakfast bar and free high-speed wired and wireless Internet access. Guests looking for both fitness and relaxation will enjoy the indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. All rooms are non-smoking and include pillow-top mattresses, cable televisions with DVD players, hairdryers, and coffee makers. Suites with microwaves, small fridges, and kitchenware are available.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Vernal
1515 W. US Highway 40
Vernal, Utah 84078
(435) 789-4654
www.hiexpress.com

Best Western Antlers

One of several Best Western hotels in Vernal, the Best Western Antlers features a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center with a hot tub, a playground, and an airport shuttle. All rooms include a microwave, a refrigerator, high-speed Internet access, and cable television. Suites that sleep up to six guests are also available. The hotel does not offer breakfast, but there are several restaurants within walking distance.

Best Western Antlers
423 W. Main St.
Vernal, Utah 84078
(435) 789-1202
www.bestwestern.com

Article Written By Meg Barnes

Meg Barnes is a writer in Utah. She graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in mass communications, and has been writing professionally since 1997. Barnes has been published in publications across the United States, including "The Houston Chronicle," "The Miami Herald," and "The Salt Lake Tribune."

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