| the warmly decorated rooms come with free wi-fi and 49-inch smart tvs, plus minifridges and microwaves. off highway i-40, this relaxed hotel is 4 miles from the 478-acre picture canyon natural and cultural preserve, 7 miles from lowell observatory and 15 miles from mount elden. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a complimentary hot breakfast buffet is served in a colorful breakfast room. suites add separate living areas and pull-out sofas; some have mountain views. other amenities include a 24/7 snack bar, plus an indoor pool, a hot tub and a gym
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport 15 min
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park (14 min)
Circa-1904 historic mansion with art nouveau touches covering 13,000 sq. ft., with guided tours. The Arboretum At Flagstaff (21 min)
Conservation area for native high-elevation plants, with views of wildlife & a butterfly garden. San Francisco Mountain (1 hr 2)
This soaring mountain is known for its lush forests, sweeping views, hiking trails & ski resort. Sunset Crater (26 min)
8,042-ft. extinct cinder cone with a 1-mi. loop trail at the base to view ancient lava flows. North Pole Experience (9 min)
Quaint locale with cozy rooms depicting Santa's workshop, Mrs. Claus' bakery & an elf school. Flagstaff Area National Monuments (7 min) Lowell Observatory (17 min)
Founded in 1894, this hilltop center with giant telescopes offers tours, solar viewing & stargazing. Arizona Snowbowl (36 min)
Mountainside snow sports resort offering casual rooms & cabins with free breakfast & Wi-Fi. Downtown Flagstaff (14 min)
Headquarters for non-profit organization preserving historic district & organizing events. Buffalo Park (13 min)
215-acre park offers a 2-mile hiking loop trail, picnicking space, wildlife & scenic mountain views. Museum of Northern Arizona (18 min)
Museum chronicling the Colorado Plateau from 15,000 B.C. to the present via exhibits & artifacts. Elden Mountain (56 min)
Mountain, climbing, and mountain biking Walnut Canyon National Monument (12 min)
Expansive, curved canyon featuring trails & stairs past ruins of Sinagua cliff dwellings. Humphreys Peak (1 hr 2)
3851m-high dormant volcano, named after a Civil War-era Union General & offering spectacular views. Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course (14 min)
Facility at Fort Tuthill County Park offering treetop suspended obstacle courses for kids & adults. | 
