Abajo Lodge

2.0 star property

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets
Reception
Exterior
Exterior
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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197 E Center St, Monticello, UT, 84535
  • Place, Frontier Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Millsite Trail
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Hideout Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Abajo Lodge

Along with a 24-hour front desk, this smoke-free motel has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Abajo Lodge offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Abajo Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Frontier Museum. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Frontier Museum and Millsite Trail
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Abajo Lodge offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Monticello motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Best Western Wayside Hotel Monticello
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Abajo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfortable overnight stay on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed here twice on our trip across the area. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and great staff. We’ll definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay between Monument Valley and Moab.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the woman at the front desk was very courteous when we checked in. I would stay at this property again, without hesitation, if I am in Monticello in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay at Abajo!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff and Owner were extremely friendly and helpful with information to make our exploration of the area great. Highly recommend and will definitely stay anytime we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great bedding, and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacation in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vivek Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel next to needles canyonland national park. Hotel was well maintained and room was clean. Good for family stays too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel. We enjoyed our stay. Only stayed 1 night but was very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, great service, and affordable! Checks all the boxes in a great jumping off point for adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly check-in, clean room, hot showers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kent D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. We arrived late and left early with the kids. Beds were good. Sofa bed was ok for tired children, as expected. Zero issue with cleanliness or comfort. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room, attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, great beds. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at the Abajo Lodge. It was clean, quiet, and the owners/staff were extremely friendly. I will definitely be staying there again when I'm back in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious for our family. Beds were comfortable and clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Only down side is WIFI drops in and out so don’t be relying on WIFI during the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bozena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is good place to stay on the way
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bethanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious rooms. No breakfast, so plan on that. A little dated bathrooms, but overall a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026