When you stay at High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown in Flagstaff, you'll be in the historical district, just a 5-minute walk from Northern Arizona University and 11 minutes by foot from Riordon Mansion. .This family-friendly hotel is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Oak Creek Canyon and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Arizona Snowbowl.
What's nearby
Northern Arizona University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Flagstaff City Hall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Lowell Observatory - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Flagstaff Extreme - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Flagstaff Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Flagstaff Station - 19 min walk
Flagstaff Pulliam Field (FLG) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 12 min walk
Panda Express - 5 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
About this property
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown
Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown offers 120 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Flagstaff? This hotel has 1900 square feet (177 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and noon.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
24-hour gym
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Fenced pool
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
1,900 square feet of conference space
2 meeting rooms
Outdoors
In a national park
In the mountains
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
100% renewable energy
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Mini-fridge
Minibar
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Recycling
Separate sitting area
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 20.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Fitness center access
In-room coffee
Pool access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
High Country Motor Lodge – Near NAU/Downtown Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We absolutely love this property. There’s so much to do and such a wonderful vibe. The only thing that was at all something it could be improved was that there was no exhaust fan in the bathroom. this seems like sort of an important item.
Cute motel. There is a pool, if interested. Basic room, but has a cassette radio - with some cassettes if interested. Very unhappy with bedding. You get a fitted sheet on the mattress, the a comforter in a duvet to be on top. It is too hot for summer, and too cold to sleep without it on. A separate flat sheet for customers would be nice. If going in the summer, you may want to bring a flat sheet from home.
A+ for eclectic feel and charm
AC unit was loud kicking on and off all night
Recommend replacing with significantly quieter unit
Hard to get rid of the train though
Very nice bar and service but
I understand the physical limits of 1970s architecture
A+ bed and pillows:))
Very Clean and comfortable room.
The pool area was great and the bar/game room very accomodating.
Tyler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
28 June 2025
Very
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
2/10 Terrible
Marion
27 June 2025
Ac not working properly. Keep turning on and off like in 5 to 8 mins all thru the night. First night was like a meat cooler.so cold. Turn it up to 86 and low fan which never changed the fan speed. Told the deck at checkout. Also trains moving all night long. Would not stay there again. Looked so good online but disappointing.
The lobby and design of the motel was adorable. The beds and linens exceptionally comfy. I like to keep the room tidy, but the trash cans were so small, you couldn’t throw anything away in them. The ice machine was difficult to find, the only thing not on their cute custom map. Can you also label the bath wash, shampoo and conditioner in a larger font? Most people who were glasses don’t wear them in the shower.
HCML is our favorite place to stay in Flagstaff. My little people love the pool, game room, and fireside outdoor seating. I love the mid-century magic and that our pup is welcome. I recommend HCML to anyone visiting Flag who is looking for a boutique experience without a crazy price tag.
Such a treat to stay here! The room was clean. Beds very comfortable. Lobby is beautiful. Had great cocktails at the bar. Was lovely to sit by the fire pits in the evening. We used the private sauna for an additional charge. Worth it.
The room was amazing and super clean, would stay again!
Brittany
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
Betty
Travelled with family
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Yes, it has been recently renovated. The grounds are nice and family friendly. Inside of lobby is really nice & employees are super nice. The room we had was really bad! It was painted a dark green, ceilings in bath area were also painted the dark green, doors were dark blue, & trim was black. The ceiling over beds looked like it would fall down, no counters except for small one in bathroom, and there was very little lighting. Like staying in a cave.
We stayed two night to visit the Grand Canyon. HCML is a trendy fun place with a busy lobby and patio area. The room was clean and quiet, they provided everything we needed. There is a nice bar in the lobby. Parking was room side and plentiful. Definitely recommend.