You will be staying in a series of comfortable hotels that are conveniently located for your tour itinerary.
Clift Royal Sonesta, San Francisco (nights 1-2)
Located just a short walk from Union Square, this chic hotel is ideal for exploring downtown San Francisco and its upscale boutiques, restaurants, nightspots and galleries. An art deco-inspired bar serves small plates and cocktails, a modern café offers breakfast and light lunches, and there is a gym. Stylish guestrooms have walk-in rainfall showers, hairdryers, fridges, tea/coffee-making facilities, safes, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.
Black Oak Casino Resort, Tuolumne (night 3)
Based within a stone’s throw of Yosemite National Park, this well-appointed hotel offers an expansive outdoor swimming pool, a casino, and a lounge, which hosts regular shows. Cosy guestrooms are air-conditioned and include tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, Wi-Fi access and fridges.
Wyndham Hotel, Visalia (nights 4-5)
This modern hotel, within easy reach of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park, boasts indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a bar area and a restaurant, serving regional Californian classics. All guestrooms are furnished with TVs, tea/coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi.
The Inn at Death Valley, Death Valley (night 6)
This colourful desert oasis, set in the heart of Death Valley, encompasses spacious, Western-inspired interiors as well as an 18-hole golf course, and a spring-fed outdoor swimming pool. On-site restaurants offer fine dining options, American classics, and a variety of lighter snacks. Air-conditioned guestrooms have TVs, fridges and tea/coffee-making facilities as well as complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Golden Nugget Hotel, Las Vegas (night 7)
This Las Vegas landmark hotel, based on Fremont Street in Downtown Vegas, has an award-winning casino, a host of restaurants and bars, a showroom, a spa and a stunning outdoor swimming pool complex. Well-appointed guestrooms feature TVs, and safes as well as free Wi-Fi.
Ruby’s Inn, Bryce Canyon City (nights 8-9)
This hotel offers the perfect base from which to explore Bryce Canyon. The complex has a traditional general store, a Western-style restaurant where breakfast is included and an indoor swimming pool with a Jacuzzi. Spacious guestrooms include free Wi-Fi, TVs, fridges, and tea/coffee-making facilities.
Hampton Inn, Moab (nights 10-11)
Located within easy walking distance to the centre of Moab, this hotel is bounded by red rock cliffs. Facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub and a 24/7 fitness centre. Breakfast is included for all guests. Modern guestrooms are air-conditioned and feature hairdryers, tea/coffee-making facilities, TVs, and free Wi-Fi.
Goulding’s Lodge, Monument Valley (night 12)
Looking out across Monument Valley and the red rock formations, this lodge, with Old-Western décor, features an indoor heated swimming pool, restaurant, gym, and a seasonal terrace. Casual guestrooms boast spectacular views from private balconies and have TVs, mini-fridges, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, and air conditioning. There is an on-site supermarket. Note that no alcohol is sold on-site.
Aiden by Best Western, Flagstaff (nights 13-14)
Housed in a historic building dating back to the 1960s, this hotel is just minutes from the Route 66 downtown district and looks out over the San Francisco Peaks and the Coconino National Forest. Outside the property, a swimming pool is surrounded by a furnished deck with firepits and loungers. There’s also a fitness centre and restaurant.
Riviera Resort & Spa Palm Springs (nights 15-16)
Dating back to 1958, this trendy resort with playful décor is about a fifteen-minute walk from the downtown area. Guests have access to two swimming pools, six dining options, a spa, and a fitness centre. Each island-inspired guestroom is ringed by tropical gardens with palm trees and features a mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities, a TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi.