Name: San Juan Inn & Trading Post
Address: US Hwy 163 at the San Juan River, Mexican Hat, 84531, US

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2026

Dennis and Sandi

Great little hidden gem. This is the 2nd time we have stayed here.
Southwestern rustic decor.
Clean and well maintained.
Nice view of the San Juan River.
Eat 2 meals at the restaurant and both meals were very good.
Would stay again.

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jul 2026

Dzhuliia

There was no lock on the door. Literally no lock. We had to invent our own security system. Very stressful. Very loud AC. No markings on the bottles in bathroom. My husband washed himself with hair conditioner and complained that the “soap” didn’t lather.
Neighbors upstairs were loud (not the hotel fault though).

4/10

Poor

19 Jul 2026

Kelly

If you are sensitive to smells, please don’t stay here. It’s a very old motel, I understand that. But it also smells old. Musty and mildewy to the point that I was nauseous. It also just feels dirty and grimy.
Our room had a glass door that had hot sun shining in it all day. We arrived around 4:30 and it was 91 degrees in the room. The air conditioning was not on, just the fan. It took all night to cool and actually feel comfortable.
The restaurant food was fine. Nothing special. But our server was super great! However, they promote on their website that they have alcohol but no longer have a liquor license so - no booze. Literally had a sign on the door that said that.
It is close to Monument Valley, that was the only plus.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Jacob

I was only here long enough to sleep, but it seemed like a very cozy room with a comfy bed. I had a conversation with my 'neighbor' out on the balcony, packed in, and out, and there was no hassle.

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2026

Joanna

Fajna lokalizacja, pokój bardzo czysty, parking, parking w cenie pokoju

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

Aneta

Excellent! Everything was perfect. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

David

Great, affordable place to stay near Monument Valley, Valley of the God's, and the Moki Dugway.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Paul

The setting is perfect if you’re looking for a place on a cliff near a desert river! After driving this place dozens of times on my way to Flagstaff, I decided to stay a night and was not disappointed. Nice staff and a diner on property made it so easy to stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2026

Jeff

Convenient to Monument Valley.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2026

Karine

Some lights in the room dis not work.
Apart from that we had a very good stay.
Beds were perfect.
Shop and restaurant were good.
Would stay here again.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Marilyn

This was a fun hotel to stay at along the San Juan River. The view was gorgeous. The rooms were clean, roomy and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed the restaurant on the property. The staff was friendly. We would stay there again.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2026

Sandi Jo

This is a place with a view. If that is what you want great otherwise travel north of there. Limited food options, limited gas and basically no internet. They have fiber but you would not know it. The room needs an upgrade. We were in room 11. The beds had posts that stuck out so we needed to keep towel wrapped around them, it was very tight getting to sink area around bed. Hotel staff exceptional, restaurant staff unfriendly and not so accommodating. Several needed to understand people staying there had been traveling all day. But the view is pretty but the water wasn’t pretty which is not the fault of hotel.
The lady checking us in warned us that the room would be hot . She did offer us a refund since internet did not work unless we were outside. So that was very nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Linda

Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Cool room. Balcony looking out to the river. Cold AC. Good shower. Met the housekeeper when leaving. Super nice man. Parking right out front. Quiet.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2026

Rebecca

Nice little hotel along the river. Rooms were clean and cool. There is a restaurant on site that serves some food without many other options around. We have stayed here before and will again if passing through the area.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Scott

Rustic area , Door locks and window locks need to be addressed. Very friendly staff. Restaurant was good. Clean room. I would recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Gordon

Room was clean beds were a little hard, but stay was fine overall.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Cynthia

Our room had AC set low when we arrived! The room was decorated in Southwest decor. Loved how the sink was in the room while toilet and shower were in their own room. The office is set up front with all the room behind. We did not hear any road noice! We were able to sit out by the river on chairs provided.

Partner

2/10

Poor

04 Jul 2026

Jonghoon

No good place

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jul 2026

joe

Overall not too bad. When we arrive about 5pm to the room, the AC was not on, it took till about 2am for the room to cool enough for a comfortable sleep.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2026

George

Maps takes you right past the place but it’s easy to figure quickly. Very quaint location. Built right into the side of a mesa. Private property to the rear of lot that didn’t hamper us at all. Staff was very friendly especially considering our late arrival. Tight but comfortable room. Took a good while for the A/C unit to make a dent in the heat. Small but decent shower. Location was desolate but very convenient to the monuments in both directions. Extremely peaceful sitting up above the river. Restaurant on site that we did not get to try due to our schedule. Walked down a semi-rugged hill to River - beautiful and wild.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jul 2026

Tim

It was ok can’t say much wasn’t there long

Business

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2026

Debra

Wonderful older motel with charm and beautiful view of river. Really enjoyed experience.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Meredith

Atmospheric, adorable, and located within a few minutes of both Monument valley and Gooseneck state park. Room was very comfortable and the complementary coffee was great. Loved this place’s riverside locale and would definitely stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Ronya

I can’t say enough about how awesome this place is! We have been on the road for a week from Chicago, tent camping. We were at Monument Valley and thought about the KOA there and decided against it, then when we saw it I was so glad I did! I would have forfeited my money at that place and moved on. I found this property on Expedia at a great cost and thought I’d take a chance. I later found out it was a town of 22 people and basically a “one horse town”. This place has a spectacular view of the San Juan River, the older lady in the cafe in the morning is the absolute sweetest person I have ever encountered, the office staff was kind, and while the room was basic it was clean and had a great feel to it. If you find yourself going through Mexican Hat in the evening and need a place to stay pick this place! I would stay here again and again.

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2026

Michael

Nice place

Self

2/10

Poor

30 Jun 2026

Juan

In the middle out not where nothing to eat place it's old need a lot updates like take down and make newone

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Mark

Loved being next to the river.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Nathan

Very nice place to stay!! Great views!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Rolando

Very unique place to stay. First floor units facing the San Juan River are my top choice especially if you are in a group. After dinner hanging out on the ledge of the river great place to mingle and share stories.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Jane

Beautiful setting by the river.
Room simple but comfortable. Staff very helpful
Would stay here again

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2026

Sandra

The restaurant was not as advertised and the staff seemed poorly trained.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Jesse

The staff was amazing! Beautiful ambiance right on the river.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Brett

Bucket list stay

Partner

4/10

Poor

24 Jun 2026

David

The room was clean however the lamp was broken the TV was only analog and very snowy. Lastly the restaurant had good food but no real wait staff. Seems they are maybe short on staff. Also the AC is not sufficient for the rooms or maybe it is in the wrong area.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

Stacey

We had a huge room! #41. It seemed like the penthouse suite with it's huge bathroom. I'm not sure what I did to earn it, but I would stay again. It is truly a unique property built into the mountain. The restaurant offered unique dishes (we chose the Navajo taco) and despite not offering continental breakfast, their choices for breakfast were great and very reasonable!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2026

Kristine

N

Partner

2/10

Poor

22 Jun 2026

Stéphane

Bed full of bedbugs in room 12. Got my legs bitten all over

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Jesse

Stayed there three times and each time was terrific

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2026

James

This might be the funkiest little motel we've ever stayed in. It's perched on a cliff overlooking the San Juan river in beautiful red rock country. It is NOT fancy and the amenities are just OK (not great), but it's clean and comfortable, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the grounds are cool with good views and plenty of outside chairs and tables. Definitely worth the experience.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Byron

From checking in to checking out everything was great. I would stay here again for sure.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2026

Sonwy

It was a hot day. Upon arrival about 9pm, the room was extremely hot. 93 degrees at 9pm. It took at least 4 hours for the room to cool off once we got in.
It would be helpful if staff could start cooling the room knowing rooms were already paid , especially on extreme hot nights.

Was very uncomfortable and we didn’t get much sleep but had to be up early the next morning.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2026

Leota

Great place to stay...everything was all good

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2026

Clyde

Very unique location with the stone wall behind. Nice view of the San Juan River also.
Beds were very comfortable.

Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2026

Mark

Nice location & restaurant. The rooms were clean & the beds were comfortable. Overall, it's a dated property in need of a little TLC

Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jun 2026

Ronald

Beautiful location, hotel is quite old but I can tell they are trying because our shower was gorgeous! Unfortunately the room had a very sour smell, the beds were uncomfortable and the air conditioner was not very effective.
Only tea and coffee were offered free, breakfast was not included. The on-site restaurant had good food but no liquor or beer.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Markus

Great staff and we e joyed staying there. Close to great parks.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jun 2026

John

This is an older, outdated motel but it was clean, no bugs, quality bedding. The shower fixtures were not fixed very well to the wall but they worked. No microwave in the room but the staff let me use the one in the restaurant. AC worked well. The lobby/store was nice but it closed at 8pm. You can’t park in front of your room but in narrow lots nearby.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

Leslie

Good location to access parks and sightseeing.
Hotel was peaceful, nice view overlooking the river, enjoyed my stay.
The town itself is very small, the restaurant at the hotel was good and there was an excellent stake house restaurant (very rustic) in the town. I enjoyed it it.
I would stay here again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Leigh

This is an absolutely beautiful location and great place to stay for Monument Valley. We wish that the property store/food was open much later so late arrival guests can enjoy it too. Our room was good, staff was pleasant, the outdoor seating is great, and we loved the view and location. We were glad we chose this hotel for our overnight trip to see Monument Valley.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Lawrence

Driving between National Parks (Arches & Canyonlands), the options for hotels are limited. San Juan Inn was a pleasant surprise. It is \"rustic\" but comfortable. It is located near a river in Navaho Country. The proprietor was very friendly and helpful. The on site restaurant had a good, interesting menu. Food was very good and the service was excellent. We looked at a couple other hotels, but San Juan Inn turned out to be an great choice for us.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Salvatore

The hotel is in a great quiet location very peaceful

Family

4/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Chris

The location is amazing but the facility is aging and they are cutting corners. Restaurant is quite bad.

Friends

4/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Jean

Air conditioning not helpful for night sleep.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

Jeff

Cheap but effective place to stayed considering the location

Self

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

Susan

Rooms very dated. Nice outdoor seating by the San Juan River. No bar on premise as advertised. Room was cleanish. Restaurant staff and menu not great.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

Jennet

Needed upgrade.

Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

Randy

Staff should be in office longer.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

John

No coffee maker or microwave in room

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Cynthia

Friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Julie

What a perfect location after a day playing tourist in Monument Valley! The location of the hotel squeezed between the red rock cliffs and the San Juan River was amazing! Loved it! The sharp turn into the hotel parking was, at first, disconcerting but was actually very easy to maneuver with plenty of free and easy parking. The room was very clean and the bedding smelled wonderful. No coffee in the room broke my heart but there is a 7-11 and gas station immediately up the road with great coffee if the on-sight restaurant is not open yet. (Opened later than we needed to depart).

Dinner at the San Juan Restaurant, on sight, was a delightful experience. My first taste of Navajo Fry Bread. Yum! I had the sliced beef sandwich and my travel partner had the stew. Both were very good and at incredibly affordable prices.

Don’t let the first sight of the Inn dissuade you from loving it. It felt like stepping back in time - the knotty pine ceilings in the room were stunning. The stars in the sky were amazing!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Dawn

Great view, right on the river.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

Dennis

Great location and restaurant was very good

Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

William

Had to go to the second floor for ice. Some outlets didn't work. No USB outlets. Had to go to the office for coffee.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Liz

This hotel has soooo much charm! And everyone there was incredibly kind and helpful. I definitely recommend for anyone needing a good place to stay. And the river view is 10/10.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Linda

I liked the sitting area right by the river. And the wonderful plantings of cattus

Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2026

Anthony

Nice location and beautiful view of the river. The only small issue we had was the AC in our room was so far away from the beds it took forever for the room to cool down.

Friends

2/10

Poor

06 Jun 2026

Steve

The air conditioner did not work and was hanging off the wall. When we reported it, we were told it had been fixed two days ago. Obviously it was not! One of the locks on the door was broke and the dispenser in the shower did not work. Unfortunately we were disappointed with this motel and would not recommend staying there.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

Paul

Prima hoor. Is niets mis mee

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

Jay

This is an older motel with history. It has its charm, and in a unique location! I stayed here cause the reviews were above an 8! The people were very nice and helpful. The location can be a reason to stay here! It’s on a river and feels like a cliff! There’s a cafe on location with good food! Our room was ok. I wish our room had some sort of air freshening! There was some sort of an old motel smell? The room had some updated furnishings. Flat screen tv, closet and draws. The bathroom was nice! The beds were uncomfortable! My mom and I backs started bothering us through the night! It felt lumpy and unsupportive. The room was also stuffy and warm! We ran the AC for bit, but not too long cause it was loud! It was also too warm to sleep comfortably. The next day check out was easy! The price wasn’t expensive like the other surrounding motels/hotels!

Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2026

Win Zaw

Clean room but the bath room was small. The room has two separate bedrooms with door which was good for privacy. I was not expected to have coffee, tea as complimenty in the morning. It saved the day for us.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jun 2026

Shawn

The air conditioner was noisy, and the fridge sucked.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jun 2026

lou

We had a double room downstairs. We were a bit disappointed in that there was no microwave in the room and not even a small coffee maker for some hot water for tea at night. You had to walk all the way to the restaurant to get coffee or hot water.
Room was OK but towels on the very thin side and beds a bit old and soft.

Partner

4/10

Poor

02 Jun 2026

SATADRU

Daily housekeeping was not done and food in the restaurant was very limited with extremely high price. Will not come again. No drinking water in the property. Thanks

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2026

Donald

Nice place on the river. Per friendly, washer sucked , room was quiet , beds were fine. Bathroom needed a little work but everything worked out fine

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2026

bruce

Overall I liked this Inn. It is right on the San Juan river which was very relaxing. There were plenty of chairs and benches situated in the shade allowing a relaxing stay. The one down side was the AC unit made a lot of noise. Like they left out a bolt or two. So if not a hot month you should be ok. Restaurant next door was very convenient. Food was ok but not great.

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2026

David

Friendly staff. Decent restaurant.

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

01 Jun 2026

greg

Hot tub not working (website said it was) staff says it hasn’t work since change of ownership and didn’t even apologize. Mediocre rooms coffee maker not functioning properly (pieces missing)
Won’t stay here again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Cynthia

So pretty with San Juan River next to hotel! Restaurant was excellent, great food!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Sushant

Great location..great service

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Cindy

Room was clean.
The staff was very friendly and we felt welcomed. Beds were clean and comfortable.
Enjoyed the coffee.
Air conditioner worked good.

Family

2/10

Poor

30 May 2026

Guna

Not good

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2026

Mary

Probably be the time time we stay there. It isnt well maintained and iver priced due to the lack of other places in the area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Jay

Great location, on river, great views, clean room, quiet.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Elena

We loved our stay! The staff is very kind and welcoming, and the place was big and recently renewed. Would love to stay again!

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Cherie

Clean room and good cafe

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Steve

A wonderful location to stop and rest. Reasonably priced, enjoyable views, excellent staff...rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. Can't ask for anything more right outside of Monument Valley.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Sergii

Amazing view on the river

Partner

2/10

Poor

28 May 2026

mike

Mix-up between Expedia and San Juan Inn. Not sure who was at fault. Reservation fo 2 nights. Didnt have us on their books for the first night. Older property. Pics not accurate of the property

Family

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2026

Lindsey

It’s a very old hotel but our room had everything it needed, and it even had a magnifying mirror which was a pleasant surprise. We’ve been watching TV series on Netflix at home and we were able to watch that on the TV here which was very nice. We are now in Moab and even though the hotel is nice and fresh and new, we can’t watch our series on Netflix here and the quality of the TV is horrible… so there you go. Staff was very helpful and nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

James

Great location and price

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

Tirtho

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was convenient. Overall, it was a good experience and I would consider staying here again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

Chris

Great location

4/10

Poor

26 May 2026

Kenneth

The location is pretty convenient to Monument Valley. There’s a sign saying “BEER” but then they tell you it’s available at the 7-11 up the hill. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable, but very dated. Definitely a Roadhouse Rules or Thelma & Louise vibe. The ice machine downstairs was empty and I had to search for the upstairs machine. Food at the restaurant was pretty good.

Pet

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Jana

The room was outdated but huge and clean. Perfect spot for one night stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Donna

The staff are friendly & helpful. The restaurant gets busy but the food is good and convenient. I really like being able to sit outside to watch the river or walk down to the water. Lovely place to relax.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Ben

We rolled in late and rolled out early so we weren't there long but it was convenient and comfortable. Enjoyed walking out to a river view in the morning. Excellent location for a trip to Monument Valley.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Carla

The staff was very nice, check in was easy. Location is beautiful (in a red cliff with the San Juan river below.). Appreciated the ice machine and the cafe, where we had dinner. Easy parking, nice gift shop, liked all the seating provided outside to enjoy the river.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2026

Michael

Didn’t like the two roaches in the room! I left a day early!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Stephen

Great location. Plenty of chairs and tables for watching the sunset while enjoying the San Juan River tumble along. Our room looked like it had a recent complete makeover. New almost everything, floors, shower and foam/gel mattress.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Michal

Great location.

Friends