The Best Hotel in Eastern Arizona, Arizona

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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).

Whispering Pines Resort

$ | 237 E. White Mountain Blvd. (AZ 260), Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ, 85935, USA

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.

Pros

  • Extremely private
  • Free pass to local gym
  • Some cabins have luxury touches such as whirlpool baths

Cons

  • Not all cabins are equal
  • Icy roads in the resort can be difficult to navigate in winter
  • Minimal front desk interaction
237 E. White Mountain Blvd. (AZ 260), Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ, 85935, USA
928-367–4386
Hotel Details
38 cabins
No Meals

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