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Most places supply clean rooms without many frills. These aren’t the world-class resorts and spas of Phoenix, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. "Resort" in this area means you’ll probably have a room with a kitchenette and occasional (but not daily) maid service in a picturesque, woodsy setting. Plan on bringing your own toiletries and the like (there’s a reason some of these prices are so affordable).
While the Heritage Inn's structure dates back to 1878, nothing about a visit to this B&B will feel like roughing it. Newly renovated and under new ownership, the charming redbrick Inn might be the most modern spot in a 50-mile radius: it has its own Tesla charging station, powerful Wi-Fi, and large, flat-screen TVs in guest rooms. Note that some rooms have just a Jacuzzi tub and no shower; ask before you book.
This magnificent ranch has log cabins complete with porches, fireplaces, and full kitchens, and a slew of activities—fly-fishing, horseback riding, and tours of Little Bear archaeological site among them. Most sleep two to six, but the Butler House and the Beaver Lodge sleep eight. Most cabins include hot tubs or Jacuzzis, and all have high-definition TVs. In June you can even take part in the excavation on the ranch land. Nonguests are welcome to participate in activities, as well as visit the on-site Little House Museum.
Spacious rooms have wood accents and picture windows overlooking the pine-studded high country. Suites and some rooms include fireplaces, and use of an off-property gym is free for guests.
Located about 50 miles south of Springerville along the picturesque Coronado Trail, Hannagan Meadow is considered remote—even by Eastern Arizona standards. One of the last places to stop along the trail, Hannagan Meadow Lodge is a great place to spend a night. Choose to stay in the historic lodge or more rustic log cabins, some of which have full kitchens and fireplaces, while others are equipped with microwaves, stove tops, and wood-burning stoves. Three meals a day are served at the on-site restaurant—a good thing considering there's not much for a half hour in either direction.
Larger rooms and more conveniences than much of its competition make for a comfortable night's rest. Feel like working out? Check out the cardio equipment, and cool off with a complimentary bottle of water and a dip in the indoor pool.
Stuffed high-country animals atop a mountain of boulders welcome you to Hon-Dah, operated by the White Mountain Apache Tribe (the name means "Welcome to my home" in Apache). The main draw is the casino, with hundreds of slot machines, live poker and blackjack, and live entertainment on weekends. Large guest rooms all have coffeemakers and wet bars, and offer comfortable but not luxurious accommodations. A high-roofed atrium holds the pool and hot tub. The Indian Pine Restaurant serves three buffet meals daily, and a small gift shop sells local Apache crafts.
Homey decorating and large rooms help this independent, not-so-typical two-story motel stand out. Well-stocked rooms with microwaves and coffeemakers include four-poster beds.
Whether you're looking for a modern cabin with most of the creature comforts or something a little more cozy and rustic, this resort can satisfy both cravings. Here you can fish for trout, hike, rent a boat, and enjoy the natural surroundings. The staff stocks the private lake here several times a year with trout, so catching something's almost as easy as shooting fish in a barrel.
Price varies greatly; some cabins require a minimum stay.
Each of the 14 fully furnished cottages at this mountain retreat has its own covered porch and a grill, and inside, the fully electric kitchens have refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, and adjacent dinette sets. Natural wood paneling, brick fireplaces, and wall-to-wall carpeting also make things homey. Master bedrooms have king-size beds, and the two-story chalets can accommodate up to 16 people.
Before booking, ask about minimum stay requirements.
This older motor lodge might have new ownership, but it's still decidedly, and charmingly, stuck in the past: what used to be a complete homage to the American Western is now home to a kitschy, quirky vibe throughout the motel-style rooms, which are being renovated one-by-one. Vinyl records adorn the walls of one room, while another has a vintage rotary phone. The John Wayne memorabilia is gone, replaced by stronger Wi-Fi and updated fixtures.
Catering to those who want to be as close as possible to the lifts, this hotel has comfortable rooms with ski racks and runs a shuttle to the slopes every half hour. In summer you can enjoy boating on Sunrise Lake, scenic chairlift rides, and mountain biking on designated trails. Note that the lodge closes twice a year during the shoulder seasons (the end of ski season until Memorial Day weekend and mid-October until the first heavy snowfall).
On 13 acres bordering the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, these well-maintained cabins are in walking distance of Woodland Lake and Walnut Creek. The cabins have fireplaces (wood or natural gas), grills, and double sofa beds. One-, two-, and three-bedroom units—some with second bathrooms—have either handsome knotty-pine or more modern wood-panel interiors. The four log cabins, three of them studio units, have a "hideaway cabin" vibe. Couples may want to request one of the alpine suites with a whirlpool tub.
The more nights you stay, the more you save.
On the National Register of Historic Places, the iconic Wigwam consists of 15 bright-white concrete teepees. As you might expect, wigwams are phoneless; however, they do have cable TV. A small lobby museum exhibits Mexican, Native American, and military relics collected by the owner's family. All the classic cars parked by the teepees also belong to the owners.
