Who has not dreamed of conquering the American West? Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Indian Reserves and Cactus Forests, Arizona is renowned for its grand landscapes and endless spaces. If the motels that are certainly very typical but often quite old have tired you, take advantage of this selection of unusual accommodations in Arizona! From vintage caravans to yurts and caves to teepees, enjoy the landscape in an original way.
1 - A Victorian b & b
© Royal Elizabeth Bed Breakfast
In Arizona, the very typical Victorian style b & b are commonplace, to the delight of visitors! In the historic center of Tucson, the Royal Elizabeth is a luxurious property set in a 19th-century mansion. With its pool, high-end linens, dark wood period furniture and tasty breakfast, it will appeal to a demanding clientele who has come to seek luxury and authenticity.
2 - A bed in a teepee
© 2005 Julian Smith
On Route 66, there are many lodging options, but the Wigwam Village Motel in Holbrook is certainly one of the most original. Closed in 1974 when Highway 66 was diverted, the motel reopened 14 years later to offer guests sleeping under a real tipi! As a bonus, you will be able to admire an impressive collection of beautifully restored legends cars.
3 - Camping Happy Days
© Newport 653
Sunday, monday, happy days! Have you always dreamed of playing it Fonzie? Welcome to Bisbee at Shady Dell, Arizona's oldest camping site opened in 1927! Here, you can sleep in an authentic caravan of the 50s fully equipped with collector's items! It is also possible to bring your own camping equipment. To restore you, you will love the Dot's Diner and its timeless art-deco style.
4 - Daydreaming at Lake Powell
© Lake Powell Resort and Marinas
Lake Powell is an artificial lake created on the Colorado River. Its 3200km of coastline strewn with colorful canyons reserve a thousand surprises to which they travel. For an experience on the water, it is possible to rent a houseboat for a few days. Each boat is fully equipped and requires no special experience to maneuver. With several categories to choose from, the most luxurious to the most economical, these houseboat will meet all your requirements, it is even possible to rent the services of a chef to cook for the duration of your stay!
5 - Falling asleep with stars in your eyes
© Abbott and NOA - OAURA - NSF
What could be better than falling asleep under other skies? Arizona offers one of the most unobstructed views in the world and is the perfect place to observe the stars. The Kitt Peak National Observatory near Tucson is one of the first sites in the United States to have studied the stars ... The luckiest of you can spend the night observing the sky using giant telescopes before to rest in the light-tight dormitory usually reserved for astronomers. An unforgettable experience !
6 - Spend the night 70m underground
© Sharlene Fouser
The Grand Canyon Caverns are the largest dry caverns in the United States. At more than 70m underground, get ready for a night out of the ordinary Cavern Motel Room! Her Cavern Suite can accommodate up to 6 people in a splendid and comfortable setting. Upon arrival, a guided tour of the cave is offered to guests. They can then quietly relax and enjoy the autonomy of the depths until the end of the night, torches in hand, before returning to their cozy nest, in the utmost calm ...
7 - Contemplating the birds
© Casa de San Pedro
In Southern Arizona, Casa de San Pedro is a true oasis of greenery. Here you will see over 355 bird species and hundreds of butterflies. Rooms in a traditional hacienda all evoke Hispanic and Mexican architecture. Lovers, ecologists and backpackers meet there to spend a fantastic night ... only 150 km from Tucson but a few inches from paradise!
8 - A yurt in the middle of the forest
© Nordic Center Yurt People
In the heart of the Coconino National Forest, the Arizona Nordic Village offers several camping options including sleeping under a yurt ... These small homes from Central Asia have all the comforts: carpet, futon, wood stove and portable toilet. Can accommodate from 2 to 6 people, its luxury tents are the ideal solution for an original stay, closer to nature.