Escalante, Utah
Opened
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Resort SocialOutside the door
The house
OflandDesert modernist outpost
Mid-century convertibles park under desert dark skies for nightly drive-in screenings, anchored by communal fire pits and a sprawling timber clubhouse.
What it’s good at
Notable
Minimalist desert-modern cabins and vintage Airstreams anchored by an open-air clubhouse and custom timber bathhouses.
Notable
A twenty-two-acre high-desert playground offering an outdoor pool, food truck dining, communal fire pits, and nightly drive-in cinema.
Listed
Nightly movies screened from stationary classic cars, communal fire pits for roasting s'mores, and an open-air lounge.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The clean, minimalist design and neutral color palette in the accommodations are inspired by the desert landscape, with vintage decor and eclectic elements.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Scenic Byway 12 runs right past the property, offering direct access to the slickrock trails and slot canyons of Grand Staircase-Escalante.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling glass walls in standalone cabins look out across the plateau, while restored vintage Airstreams feature down bedding and climate control.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An oversized outdoor swimming pool is bordered by timber fencing, with white loungers looking out toward desert plateaus.
The bathhouses
Central bathhouses enclose heated open-air outdoor showers set against horizontal timber slats and potted desert plants.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
An on-site food truck serves Southwest comfort food, and guests can cook DIY barbecue packs over campfire grills.
How it began

A father and son discovered an abandoned RV park and drive-in movie theater here, opening the revamped desert retreat in 2021.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.