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A new western-inspired boutique hotel on Route 66 with in-room camping for kids, a pool, outdoor activities, free breakfast, and access to the Grand Canyon.
Williams, Arizona, US
2025
year opened
96
rooms
$
120
starting rate
40 minutes
from airport
key features
Sleep
2+ restaurants on site
Outdoor pool
Bikes
Coffee shop
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Connecting rooms
Dogs allowed
Eat
2+ restaurants on site
Outdoor pool
Bikes
Coffee shop
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Connecting rooms
Dogs allowed
Play (on land)
2+ restaurants on site
Outdoor pool
Bikes
Coffee shop
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Connecting rooms
Dogs allowed
Play (in the water)
2+ restaurants on site
Outdoor pool
Bikes
Coffee shop
Food available before 7am
Grass/lawn to play on
Connecting rooms
Dogs allowed
Experience it
See what a stay really looks like with kids.
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sleep
- This hotel originally opened in 1957 as the Thunderbird Motel but was completely renovated and re-opened as the Trailborn in January 2025.
- There are just two room types: one king and two queen (with an option of connecting these two room types).
- King rooms have a daybed that could sleep a small child.
- Some rooms have tubs — if it’s important to you, request one.
- This hotel is right on the road, so you may hear a bit of road or train noise (just embrace the Route 66 charm).
- They have a limited number of rollaways and pack ’n plays, so if you need one, make sure to request in advance. (Note: rooms will be a tight squeeze with these, but it’s doable.)
- Surprise your kids with their in-room camping experience.
- Rooms are a bit short on outlets — so if you plan to plug in several devices for your kids (night lights, baby monitors, etc.), you may want to bring a power strip.
- Rooms don't have outside space, but the hotel is compact, so your baby monitor may stretch to the pool and restaurant.
- As of February 2025, this hotel is part of Marriott Bonvoy.
play
- There’s a small seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as a year-round indoor hot tub.
- Bikes are free to borrow, but you should reserve in advance (online). They do not have kid bikes.
- Outdoor games court features bocce ball and cornhole, plus a dedicated kids’ play area.
- Camp Hall serves as the social hub with live music, Wild West Bingo, movie nights, and games (shuffleboard, darts, board games, etc.).
- Custom scavenger hunt boards are available for kids to explore the property (and they get a prize when they complete it).
- This hotel is a great jumping-off point for adventure: the Grand Canyon is less than an hour away, and it’s very close to Bearizona and Canyon Coaster Adventure Park.
- Guided tours of the Grand Canyon and Sedona leave from the hotel; if you have kids under 12, you’ll need to book the private tour option (so they can tailor the amount of hiking/exploration to the ages and abilities of your kids).
- Families love the Grand Canyon Railway (leaves 1 mile from the hotel).
- Since this is a new hotel, they’re still expanding their amenities and experiences, but guests are generally quite happy with the service.
eat
- Miss Kitty’s Steakhouse is a delicious Southwestern-focused restaurant with a fun western saloon atmosphere (kids love it); the chef was on Chopped.
- Camp Hall has a breakfast buffet (free!) 6–9am on weekdays (until 10am on weekends). Don’t miss the crullers. The rest of the day it serves light bites (counter service).
- Williams has numerous historic Route 66 diners and restaurants within walking distance.
- There’s no room service, but they do have a small grab-and-go market open 24/7.
- Evening s’mores by the outdoor firepit are a family favorite activity.
The details
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Activities
On-site activities include outdoor games (bocce ball, cornhole), pool activities, s'mores by the firepit, bicycle rentals, and evening entertainment in Camp Hall. Off-site activities arranged through concierge include guided hikes, helicopter rides, stargazing, and access to Canyon Coaster Adventure Park next door. The property provides adventure gear including binoculars and coolers.
Travel & transportation
- Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) is a 40 minute drive
- The hotel does not provide airport transportation, but Ubers are readily available
- 45 minutes from Flagstaff, 75 minutes from Sedona, 2.5 hours from Phoenix, 3.5 hours from Las Vegas
- Grand Canyon South Rim is a 1 hour drive (or, you can take the Grand Canyon Railway, which departs 1 mile from the hotel)
- Arizona Shuttle/Groome Transportation provides service from Flagstaff Airport to Williams
- Electric vehicle charging is available
- Hotel is walkable to many restaurants and shops
Leave it at home - they have it!
- Pack 'n plays
- Rollaways
- Coolers (provided in room for you to use on adventures during your stay)
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