Kanab's BEST Kept Secret: Days Inn & Suites Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Kanab's BEST Kept Secret: Days Inn & Suites Review (You WON'T Believe This!) - Seriously, I'm Still Processing!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I just returned from a whirlwind trip to Kanab, Utah, the gateway to… well, EVERYTHING awesome in Southern Utah, and I have to spill the beans. Forget the glitzy resorts; the real secret, the hidden gem, the actual "best kept secret" is… Days Inn & Suites Kanab. YES, I said it. And honestly? I'm still a little stunned.
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Now, before you roll your eyes and mutter "Days Inn?" listen up! I went in expecting… well, let's just say I wasn't expecting to write a glowing review. But after spending a few nights, I'm genuinely impressed, and I'm here to convert you.
First Impressions & Accessibility: Surprisingly Smooth Sailing!
I'm going to be honest, the thought of a potentially awkward accessibility experience crossed my mind. I'm not in a wheelchair, but I'm always hyper-aware of how accessible places are. This is where Days Inn Kanab already surprised me with its well-thought-out design. Parking was a breeze, with plenty of car park [free of charge] and designated spots.
- Accessibility: The facilities for disabled guests were fantastic! Easy ramp access, and the hallways are wide enough to navigate even a larger wheelchair.
- The elevators were clean, fast.
- The elevator offers convinience.
- The door man was super friendly who helped with luggage.
The lobby felt bright and welcoming, not the sterile, institutional vibe you sometimes get.
The Room: Cozy, Clean, & Crisis Averted! (Almost)
Okay, the room was a win. The air conditioning blasted a welcome chill, especially after a dusty day of hiking.
It has air conditioning in public area as well
The extra long bed was a dream. I'm not kidding. I sunk right in.
It provided complimentary tea and coffee/tea maker
The free bottled water was a life-saver. Kanab is DRY. Seriously.
The desk, perfect for catching up with emails, and yes, there’s internet access – wireless and Wi-Fi [free].
The Daily housekeeping service was super-efficient.
It also offered access to internet access – LAN.
It's offered non-smoking rooms.
The bathroom? Spotless! The water pressure was excellent. I’m talking shower like you’ve never showered before excellent. The fact that they have separate shower/bathtub is awesome for different use cases.
- I was impressed with the toiletries supplied!
- The towels were fluffy and I was very grateful!
- The hair dryer also provided.
- The mirror offered great reflection
- Slippers
- Bathrobes are awesome!
Okay, for your information:
- Alarm clock
- Blackout curtains
- Closet
- Coffe/tea maker
- Complimentary tea
- Desk
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe box
- Linens
- Mini bar
- Refrigerator
- Seating area
- Smoke detector
- Socket near the bed
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
- Umbrella
- Wake-up service
- Window that opens
I also noticed some nice touches: In-room safe box, and a refrigerator.
I, unfortunately, did not try them, so I can't say, but it has these stuff:
- Additional toilet
- Bathroom phone
- Bathtub
- Carpeting
- Complimentary tea
- Extra long bed
- High floor
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- On-demand movies
- Private bathroom
- Reading light
- Satellite/cable channels
- Scale
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Sofa
Crisis Averted!
I almost had a mini-meltdown because I thought there was no iron. Then, BAM! Ironing facilities! They thought of everything. Honestly, my gratitude was probably a little over the top. I was exhausted. Don't judge.
Cleanliness & Safety: Feeling Safe & Secure (Even With My Paranoia)
Okay, I'm a bit of a germaphobe, especially these days. I was incredibly relieved to see the level of cleanliness at Days Inn.
- Daily disinfection in common areas was clearly evident.
- Lots of hand sanitizer stations.
- The staff was meticulous.
- Rooms sanitized between stays – big plus!
- They’ve got CCTV in common areas and outside property – gave me peace of mind.
- Safety/security feature are well-thought out.
- Smoke alarms
- Exterior corridor
- Fire extinguisher
Food, Glorious Food (And Coffee!)
Alright, so the Breakfast [buffet] at Days Inn deserves its own paragraph. It's not your typical continental disappointment. I was honestly expecting the usual sad bagels and lukewarm coffee. Nope!
- They had warm, freshly made Asian breakfast.
- A good selection of fruit, cereal, and yes, good coffee! (Crucial.)
- They offered buffet in restaurant
I am NOT a morning person. So this was a game-changer. Breakfast takeaway service was also available. Thank the travel gods.
What I didn't try, but maybe you might want to:
- A la carte in restaurant
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Asian cuisine in restaurant
- Bar
- Coffee/tea in restaurant
- Coffee shop
- Desserts in restaurant
- Happy hour
- International cuisine in restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Restaurants
- Room service [24-hour]
- Salad in restaurant
- Snack bar
- Soup in restaurant
- Vegetarian restaurant
- Western breakfast
- Western cuisine in restaurant
The Pool & The "Wow, That's Actually Really Nice" Factor
Listen. After a day of hiking in Zion, that Swimming pool [outdoor] was heaven.
- The pool with view was fantastic.
- It has swimming pool.
It wasn’t some tiny, sad puddle. It was a decent-sized pool surrounded by comfortable seating. The kids splashed while I chilled. Poolside bar also offered snacks and drinks.
Okay, I've also found that they have:
- Fitness center
- Spa
- Spa/sauna
- Steamroom
Services & Conveniences: They Seriously Thought of Everything
Okay, I’m going to blitz through some of the other stuff because, honestly, I'm running out of room to write this review, but it needs to be said!
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! (Seriously, I can’t emphasize this enough. They have Internet. Internet access – wireless and Internet access – LAN as well!).
- Cash withdrawal
- Concierge
- Contactless check-in/out
- Convenience store (Grabbed snacks for the hike.)
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Elevator
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Food delivery
- Gift/souvenir shop (Grabbed a t-shirt).
- Invoice provided
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Outdoor venue for special events
- Projector/LED display
- Safety deposit boxes
- Smoking area
- Terrace
- Wi-Fi for special events
- Xerox/fax in business center
And for those of you who are planning to host weddings or business meetings, you should ask them! There's audio-visual equipment for special events
Luxury Richmond Escape: Marriott Short Pump Awaits!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. We're diving headfirst into the messy, glorious reality of a trip to Kanab, Utah, from the perspective of someone who… well, someone who gets easily distracted by petrified wood and questionable gas station coffee. This is my "Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanab" diary, warts and all.
Day 1: Arrival & Desert Disbelief
- Time: 2:00 PM - Arrival at Days Inn. Honestly, the exterior looked… well, like a Days Inn. Solid, reliable… beige. Check-in was smooth. Lady at the front desk had a surprisingly cheerful attitude for someone who probably fields complaints about lukewarm breakfast burritos all day. (More on that later…)
- Location: My Room - A quick inspection for bedbugs, naturally. (Paranoid? Maybe. Prepared? Definitely.) Okay, room clean enough. View? Of the parking lot and a sliver of the red rock horizon. I’ll take it. The AC, bless its weary little heart, is currently wheezing like a chain smoker. Praying it doesn't die overnight.
- Anecdote: First observation - the vastness. Utah hits you right in the face with its sheer scale. Driving in, it took my breath away. Then… well, then I got hungry and started thinking about dinner. Priorities, people.
- Quirk: The bathroom mirror had a weirdly flattering light. Instant self-esteem boost! Too bad it probably won't last the weekend.
- Activity: Unpack… mostly. The real unpacking will happen at, like, 2 am, when I'm suddenly overwhelmed with the need to organize my socks.
- Evening: Dinner at a local joint called "Wild Thyme." Ambiance: cozy diner. Food: surprisingly good. Emotional Reaction: Holy crap, the chili! Best chili I've had in years. They should bottle that stuff and sell it. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. This place actually lived up to the Yelp reviews! HUGE win.
- Messy Thought: Driving through all this barren, beautiful land makes you feel… small. And also thirsty. I need more water. Maybe an early night? Yeah… maybe.
- Opinion: I'm already loving Kanab. But I am not looking forward to those long drives.
Day 2: Canyons, Caves & Questionable Breakfast
- Morning: 7:00 AM -Attempted Breakfast at the Days Inn. The 'complimentary' breakfast is a symphony of mediocrity. Waffles that taste vaguely of cardboard. Plastic-wrapped muffins with a shelf life longer than my last relationship. The coffee? I'm not sure what it is, but it smells like despair. Strong Emotional Reaction: I wanted to scream. But I didn't. I just ate a banana and vowed to find a better coffee source, stat.
- Activity: Hike to a slot canyon. (Name deliberately omitted, because I don't want to give away all the secrets.) The sunlight filtering through the sandstone… magical. Truly. The physical exertion, though? Let's just say my glutes are currently experiencing "discomfort."
- Location: Halfway through the hike, I swear I saw a lizard. It was tiny, emerald green, and disappeared before I could get a picture. It was the highlight of my day.
- Quirk: I'm obsessed with the textures of the canyons. Sandstone is… well, it's the bomb dot com. Reminds me of a giant, beautiful, ancient cat.
- Anecdote: I almost tripped in the canyon. Twice. The first time, I landed gracefully, saved by a strategically placed rock. The second time… well, let's just say I'm still brushing sand off my dignity.
- Afternoon: Lunch at a diner - the place was a bit more touristy than Wild Thyme but still pretty decent.
- Evening: Sunset watching. I just parked by the side of the road and watched the sun disappear behind the red rocks. Absolute perfection.
- Rambling Thought: Am I going to make it through all these tourist sites? This is only day two. My car might need a new tire before the weekend ends.
- Opinion: Hiking is beautiful, but holy hell, I'm exhausted.
- Doubling Down: I felt so close to the wind and sky today. I want this feeling to last forever.
Day 3: The Grandest of Canyons & Gas Station Glory
- Morning: Finally found a decent coffee shop! Crisis averted. Saved the Day Inns' complimentary breakfast.
- Activity: A trip to the Grand Canyon (North Rim, because, hello, it's closer. And less crowded.). The sheer scale… I still can't wrap my mind around it. Strong Emotional Reaction: I actually teared up a little. It's overwhelming in the best way.
- Location: The Rim. So many people. So much beauty. So many selfie sticks. I had to fight for space.
- Quirk: Every time I think I've seen the "best view," another one blows me away.
- Anecdote: I saw a squirrel try to steal a granola bar from a kid. It was a chaotic, hilarious battle. The kid won. The squirrel looked defeated, but still cute.
- Afternoon: I had to stop for gas. I'm so tired of the drive, but, also, gas stations in the middle of nowhere are their own kind of experience. They sell jerky (naturally), and also a variety of snacks that I can't even begin to list.
- Evening: Tried to have dinner at the place next to the Days Inn. Got distracted trying to photograph sunset and found some other place close by.
- Messy Thought: I still feel like I'm not seeing all of it. All the details.
- Opinion: The Grand Canyon is a must-see. Even if you have to elbow your way past some tourists. Worth it.
- Rambling Thought: I want one of those fancy cameras that can show every single detail. Maybe go for a job in photography.
- Doubling Down: I am going to remember this forever.
Day 4: Departure & Desert Dreams
- Morning: One final, desperate attempt at the Days Inn breakfast. Successfully avoided the cardboard waffles. Victory! Check-out was smooth.
- Activity: One last drive through the scenic byways.
- Location: The highway. Feeling wistful.
- Quirk: I swear the red rocks look different in the morning light. Like, even more magnificent.
- Anecdote: On the drive out of Kanab, I passed a herd of wild horses. It was a fleeting moment, but it made me feel… connected.
- Emotional Reaction: Leaving Kanab feels bittersweet. I'm tired. I need a shower. But I'm also filled with this sense of awe.
- Messy Thought: I need, like, 3 weeks off, to recover, and process.
- Opinion: The Days Inn was… a Days Inn. But Kanab? Kanab stole a piece of my heart.
- Final Opinion: The best place to be in the world.
- Doubling Down: I will be back. Prepare yourselves, red rocks. I'm not done with you yet.
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