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An outdoor seating area with a built-in fire feature, two chairs, and a table.

A modern two-story house with a well-maintained lawn, a staircase, and outdoor seating area.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a dining area with a black leather couch, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and three wall-mounted decorative items.

1. Modern Mesa

Downtown Moab, 1.8 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Shellie

￥26,271

￥49,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A patio area with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a bottle of Stella Artois beer.

A modern building with a bicycle sculpture, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern room with a large window, a white countertop, and a mural of a desert landscape.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a mural of a desert landscape.

2. Kokopelli West

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Linda

￥21,603

￥39,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, stone pillars, and a view of the mountains.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A covered outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with mountains and a clear sky.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows providing natural light.

3. Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn

Downtown Moab, 2.5 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Arkadiusz

￥28,250

￥32,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bunk bed room with a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with a hot tub, wicker furniture, and a view of red rock formations.

A walk-in closet with wooden flooring, a robe hanging on a rack, and a white plastic bag on the top shelf.

A room with a large window offering a view of a desert landscape, a sofa, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

4. Lionsback Resort

0.5 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Kathy

￥108,388

￥208,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A resort with a pool, lounge areas, and a mountainous backdrop.

A row of wicker chairs and tables in a dining area with a brick wall background.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of a canyon.

A modern hotel entrance with large glass windows, a covered walkway, and a well-lit facade.

5. Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Brian

￥62,087

￥72,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a garage door, and a mountainous backdrop.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and various plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of red rock formations, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

6. Gravity Haus Moab

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Laura

￥24,351

￥28,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs and sofas, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large mirror.

A hot tub area with a pool, stone pillars, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

7. Comfort Suites Moab near Arches National Park

Downtown Moab, 2.5 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Meng

￥29,739

￥34,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

An outdoor patio with green cushioned seating, a grill, and a fire pit.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and seating arrangements.

8. Wingate by Wyndham Moab

2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Jamie

￥28,945

￥32,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, a pool, and a desert landscape in the background.

A pathway leading to a building with a stone facade, a metal railing, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, outdoor seating, and a view of a mountain.

9. Hyatt Place Moab

3 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Xiaorong

￥32,333

￥37,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, blue cushioned chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking area.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, and a coffee table.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Moab

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

James R

￥26,957

￥31,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a piano.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a view of the cityscape through the windows.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a brick facade.

11. MainStay Suites Moab near Arches National Park

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Hugo

￥30,620

￥35,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Moab Grill restaurant with outdoor seating and a neon sign.

A cozy interior with a leather couch, a coffee machine, and a welcome sign.

A wooden room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a microwave, and a chair.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a sign indicating no diving, and a view of a mountain range.

12. Big Horn Lodge

Downtown Moab, 2.7 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Gayathri

￥19,599

￥22,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, red chairs, and a 'Restroom' sign.

A well-lit gas station with a covered area, a fenced parking lot, and a building with a sign that reads "Expedition Lodge."

13. Expedition Lodge Moab Arches National Park

Downtown Moab, 2.4 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Heike

￥21,268

￥24,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A motel with a sign reading "BOWEN MOTEL" in front of a mountainous backdrop.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a tiled deck and a white fence.

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, two wall-mounted lamps, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area, and a table with chairs.

14. Bowen Motel

Downtown Moab, 2.4 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Robert

￥19,929

￥23,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the mountains.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a sign reading "VOCO BY IHG", and a parking lot in front.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with two lanes, sunlit windows, and a desert view.

15. voco Moab by IHG

2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Stephanie

￥29,102

￥32,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A gas station with a covered area, a kiosk, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, a wall art piece, and a window with curtains.

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Moab near Arches National Park

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Abe

￥28,819

￥33,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor dining area with stone pillars, wooden tables and chairs, and ceiling fans.

A modern lobby with a round seating area, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and modern pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a round coffee table, and two teal armchairs.

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Moab

Downtown Moab, 2.4 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Nicole

￥38,569

￥44,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden spa room with a hot tub, wooden benches, and large windows.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot.

A wooden spa tub with a towel, a caution sign, and a window.

A wooden building with an 'Office' sign, a welcoming 'Welcome' sign, and a 'Pull' sign.

18. Red Stone Inn

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Garra

￥16,247

￥18,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large sofa.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a gated entrance.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of the outside.

19. River Canyon Lodge

Downtown Moab, 2.6 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Sarah

￥26,140

￥30,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A living room with a dark wooden coffee table, a potted plant, a vase with dried plants, a lamp, and a television on the wall.

A laptop on a wooden table displaying a webpage with a kayaking image.

A lobby with a brown sofa, two lamps, a TV on the wall, and a plant.

A pool area with three people in the water, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

20. Moab Valley Inn

Downtown Moab, 2.7 km from Sand Flats Recreation Area

Bruce

￥24,351

￥28,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Sand Flats Recreation Area

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Modern Mesa	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
Kokopelli West	9.8 Exceptional 265 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Lionsback Resort	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View

Top Sand Flats Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

River Canyon Lodge

8/10 Good

"No breakfast, but free coffee and hot chocolate/tea. One block off of main street which is nice and convenient. Updated inside. Nice decor and clean."

Slackline Moab, Outset Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Gravity Haus Moab

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean Great location"

Expedition Lodge Moab Arches National Park

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel and grounds were very clean. There is a nice pool and hot tub that are open late ! The location is extremely convenient close to downtown but also very close to Canyonlands , Arches and Dead Horse. We also really enjoyed the breakfast. There is a waffle maker that makes waffles in the shape of Texas, weird since Moab is in Utah but still fun !"

Red Stone Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice outdoor area to visit. Use of pool across the road Kitchenette in room. Coffee in room"

Hotel Moab Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Was a wonderful stay"

Hyatt Place Moab

10/10 Excellent

"Everything very good. Only slight criticism - dining selections and facilities limited"

Big Horn Lodge

8/10 Good

"Room was fine. Good location."

Desert Vista a Luxury Moab Retreat | Hot Tub + Epic Views

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptional property! Everything was exactly as described and pictured. The cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. Location was perfect, short drive to downtown and close to all of the activities we wanted to do. Can’t wait to come back and visit again."

Other attractions near Sand Flats Recreation Area

Hell's Revenge

9.6/10 (639 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Hell's Revenge and popular activities like hiking in Moab. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the campsites.

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Slickrock Bike Trail

9.2/10 (264 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Slickrock Bike Trail and also enjoy the hiking trails in Moab. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the campsites.

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Rotary Park

8.8/10 (73 reviews)

After visiting Rotary Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Moab. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

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Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum in Moab. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

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Museum of Moab

8.8/10 (21 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Moab during your travels in Moab. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

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Moab Information Center

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Moab Information Center is just one of the places to see in Moab, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Millers Shopping Center

You can do some window-shopping at Millers Shopping Center during your trip to Moab. Wander the riverfront and scenic parks in the area.

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Swanny City Park

7.8/10 (6 reviews)

Swanny City Park is just one of the places to see in Moab, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sand Flats Recreation Area?

Sand Flats Recreation Area is located in Moab. This scenic area is known for its scenic parks and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sand Flats Recreation Area?

Adjacent to Sand Flats Recreation Area, Lionsback Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this vacation home offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Moab Downtown and Apache Motel.

How many hotels will I find close to Sand Flats Recreation Area?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sand Flats Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sand Flats Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sand Flats Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sand Flats Recreation Area?

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What can I see and do near Sand Flats Recreation Area?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum and Museum of Moab. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Slickrock Bike Trail, Lions Park, and Swanny City Park. Create some family memories at Moab Recreation and Aquatic Center and Monument Basin.

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Our top choices for Sand Flats Recreation Area hotels

1. Modern Mesa

2. Kokopelli West

3. Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn

4. Lionsback Resort

5. Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Gravity Haus Moab

7. Comfort Suites Moab near Arches National Park

8. Wingate by Wyndham Moab

9. Hyatt Place Moab

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Moab

11. MainStay Suites Moab near Arches National Park

12. Big Horn Lodge

13. Expedition Lodge Moab Arches National Park

14. Bowen Motel

15. voco Moab by IHG

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Moab near Arches National Park

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Moab

18. Red Stone Inn

19. River Canyon Lodge

20. Moab Valley Inn

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Top Sand Flats Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

River Canyon Lodge

Slackline Moab, Outset Collection by Hilton

Gravity Haus Moab

Expedition Lodge Moab Arches National Park

Red Stone Inn

Hotel Moab Downtown

Hyatt Place Moab

Big Horn Lodge

Desert Vista a Luxury Moab Retreat | Hot Tub + Epic Views

Other attractions near Sand Flats Recreation Area

Hell's Revenge

Slickrock Bike Trail

Rotary Park

Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum

Museum of Moab

Moab Information Center

Millers Shopping Center

Swanny City Park

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