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A spacious lobby with a central wooden coffee table surrounded by chairs, a staircase with red steps, and a sign reading "EL RANCHO".
A lobby with a wooden floor, a red sofa, and a lamp.
A lobby with a central fireplace, wooden furniture, and a staircase with red steps.
A long hallway with patterned carpet, wooden beams, and blue doors.

1. Hotel El Rancho

Hotel El Rancho
Gallup
United States
Gayle
$114 nightly
$131 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel El Rancho
Exterior
A vending machine with a Pepsi advertisement and a selection of snacks and beverages.
A bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a handrail.
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a mirror, a dresser, and a microwave.

2. Red Roof Inn Gallup

Red Roof Inn Gallup
Gallup
United States
Jacqueline
$57 nightly
$67 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Red Roof Inn Gallup
A spacious lobby with a staircase, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.
A reception desk with a digital clock, a laptop, and a coffee machine. There is a reception area with a counter and a mirror above it.
A visitor center sign for Canyon de Chelly National Monument.
An indoor swimming pool with a colorful mural, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

3. Navajoland Inn

Navajoland Inn
St. Michaels
United States
Pamela
$87 nightly
$100 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Navajoland Inn
A hotel lobby with a staircase, reception desk, and a fire alarm.
An indoor gym with exercise equipment, including a stationary bike and elliptical machine.
A buffet setup with various food items and a toaster.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a lamp.

4. Sleep Inn Gallup

Sleep Inn Gallup
Gallup
United States
Susan
$62 nightly
$72 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn Gallup
A landscaped outdoor area with a small stream, wooden benches, and a variety of plants.
A desert garden with a wooden pergola, a small stream, and cacti.
A restaurant with booths, tables, and a large window.
A gym with cardio machines, a mirror, and a fire extinguisher.

5. Navajo Nation Inn

Navajo Nation Inn
Window Rock
United States
Mark
$114 nightly
$130 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Navajo Nation Inn
A lobby with a checkered floor, a wooden statue, a fireplace, framed pictures, and potted plants.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, multiple lanes, and a changing room area.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20

Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20
Gallup
United States
Alicia
$100 nightly
$116 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20
A modern lounge area with large windows, a green umbrella, and a television on the wall.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a lamp.
An outdoor seating area with stone fire pit, cushioned chairs, and a view of the city at night.
A modern hotel with a prominent signage for 'SPRINGHILL SUITES'.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gallup

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gallup
Gallup
United States
Richard
$118 nightly
$136 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gallup
An indoor swimming pool with a 3 FT 9 IN depth marker, surrounded by blue chairs and a white pool deck.
Breakfast area
Lobby
Room

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gallup

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gallup
Gallup
United States
Patrick
$113 nightly
$131 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gallup
A lobby with stone walls, a fireplace, a bar area, and two armchairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A Best Western hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance and multiple floors.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a television mounted on the wall, and a stone accent wall.

9. Best Western Gallup West

Best Western Gallup West
Gallup
United States
Sue
$102 nightly
$118 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Gallup West
A Comfort Suites hotel with a prominent entrance, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with benches.
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A swimming pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and a sun terrace.
A reception area with a desk, computer, chairs, framed certificates, and flags.

10. Comfort Suites Gallup East Route 66 and I-40

Comfort Suites Gallup East Route 66 and I-40
Gallup
United States
Christina
$95 nightly
$110 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Gallup East Route 66 and I-40
A hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, red leather sofas, a bar area, and a large flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a bar area with leather seating.

11. Best Western Plus Gallup Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Gallup Inn & Suites
Gallup
United States
John
$118 nightly
$136 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Gallup Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a glass shower enclosure with a white curtain.
A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a lobby entrance, terracotta roof, and statues.
A breakfast bar with waffle maker, coffee machine, and cereal dispenser.

12. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup
Gallup
United States
Burnis
$63 nightly
$74 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a heater, and artwork on the walls.
A Super 8 motel with a signboard advertising free continental breakfast, high-speed internet, and an indoor pool that is pet-friendly.
A parking lot with a building featuring a yellow and red sign, a blue car, and a brick facade.
A bathroom with a toilet, a shelf with towels, a roll of toilet paper, a bathtub with a towel, and a shower curtain.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup

Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup
Gallup
United States
Thomas
$52 nightly
$61 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window.
A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a flagpole.
A laundry area with two washing machines, a soap and bleach dispenser, and a blue trash bin.

14. Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20

Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20
Gallup
United States
Anonymous traveler
$98 nightly
$113 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a central seating area with a coffee machine.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone wall.
A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent "Hilton Garden Inn" sign, featuring a covered entrance with outdoor seating and a landscaped area.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by blue chairs and a changing room area.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Gallup

Hilton Garden Inn Gallup
Gallup
United States
Susan
$134 nightly
$154 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Gallup
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a coffee maker, a microwave, and a sink.
A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a printer, and a laptop.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a buffet area.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a water dispenser, and a coffee grinder.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gallup East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gallup East by IHG
Gallup
United States
Elizabeth
$135 nightly
$155 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gallup East by IHG
A modern hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.
A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a clock, and a television mounted on the wall.
A vending machine area with a water dispenser, snack vending machine, and a refrigerator.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, wall-mounted lamps, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a door with a lock.

17. Motel 6 Gallup, NM

Motel 6 Gallup, NM
Gallup
United States
Gary
$57 nightly
$67 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Gallup, NM
A lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and an American flag.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a lamp.
A gym with cardio machines, weight machines, and a mirror reflecting the equipment.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup

Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup
Gallup
United States
Edwin
$122 nightly
$140 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup
A motel sign with the words "Colonial Motel" and red arrow shapes.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower curtain.
A motel sign with the name "Colonial Motel" and a directional sign below it.
A room with a wooden TV stand, a small chair, a microwave, and a bed with patterned bedding.

19. Colonial Motel

Colonial Motel
Gallup
United States
Christine
$38 nightly
$45 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Colonial Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and white walls.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.
A Days Inn & Suites sign with a Red Rock Gallup sign below it.

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Red Rock-Gallup

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Red Rock-Gallup
Gallup
United States
Liliia
$60 nightly
$71 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Red Rock-Gallup
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Stay near popular Fort Defiance attractions

Spider Rock

9.6/10 (158 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Rock during your travels in Fort Defiance. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Learn more about Fort Defiance

Nestled in the heart of Navajo Nation, this historic community offers easy access to the towering Spider Rock formation at nearby Canyon De Chelly National Monument. Immerse yourself in local culture at the Navajo Nation Museum or observe native wildlife at the Navajo Nation Zoo and Botanical Park.

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A canyon with red rock formations, green vegetation, and a cloudy sky.
Photo by Gerrit Ebert

Top Fort Defiance Hotel Reviews

Thunderbird Lodge

Thunderbird Lodge

10/10 Excellent
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Sheldon 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Thunderbird Lodge
Red Roof Inn Gallup

Red Roof Inn Gallup

10/10 Excellent
"I appreciated the quiet, clean room at a great price! No breakfast, but that was known when I booked the room."
Samuel 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Red Roof Inn Gallup
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup

10/10 Excellent
"Clean quiet hot showers close to restaurants and Yosemite NP"
Jereta 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Gallup
Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20

Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent place to stay. Very comfortable beds. Walking distance to Cracker Barrel restaurant very good for dinner.."
Anonymous traveler 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn Gallup I-40 Exit 20
Navajo Nation Inn

Navajo Nation Inn

8/10 Good
"Good breakfast, clean comfortable rooms. Lots of tv channels."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Navajo Nation Inn
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG

Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG

8/10 Good
"unbeatable location right at the entrance to the Canyon, friendly staff, clean room, good burger and fries at the restaurant, nice outdoors pool. The worn out carpet on the stairs was the only detractor. I enjoyed my visit."
Clive 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Canyon De Chelly by IHG
Royal Holiday Motel By Belvilla Gallup I-40

Royal Holiday Motel By Belvilla Gallup I-40

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very helpful"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Royal Holiday Motel By Belvilla Gallup I-40
Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup

Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, easy access to food and services. Train ran nearby, but then any location in Gallup would hear it. Good service and kind reception attendants."
Ursula 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Gallup

More cheap stays in Fort Defiance

Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup

Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup

1717 West Historic Highway 66 Gallup NM
$52 nightly
$61 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Gallup
Red Roof Inn Gallup

Red Roof Inn Gallup

3304 West Highway 66 Gallup NM
$57 nightly
$67 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,925 reviews)
Red Roof Inn Gallup
Navajoland Inn

Navajoland Inn

392 W. Hwy 264 St. Michaels AZ
$87 nightly
$100 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Navajoland Inn
Thunderbird Lodge

Thunderbird Lodge

Route 7 Chinle AZ
$101 nightly
$115 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,459 reviews)
Thunderbird Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20

Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20

1500 W Maloney Ave Gallup NM
$100 nightly
$116 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn & Suites Gallup I-40 Exit 20
Best Western Gallup West

Best Western Gallup West

111 Twin Buttes Road Gallup NM
$102 nightly
$118 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Gallup West

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Fort Defiance?
Given that Fort Defiance is a smaller community, the best area to stay is generally within the town limits, focusing on accommodations that offer convenient access to local services and attractions.For travelers visiting Fort Defiance, staying near the Window Rock area, just a short drive east, is often the most practical choice. Window Rock is the capital of the Navajo Nation and offers more in terms of visitor services and points of interest, including the Navajo Nation Museum and the iconic Window Rock formation itself. This area provides easier access to dining and amenities.Families and historical enthusiasts will find the area around Window Rock particularly suitable. The Navajo Nation Museum offers insights into Navajo history and culture, and the Window Rock Navajo Tribal Park provides an opportunity to see the natural landmark that gives the capital its name.
When is the best time to go to Fort Defiance?
The best time to go to Fort Defiance is during the shoulder seasons of spring (April to May) and fall (September to October).During these months, the weather is pleasantly mild, with comfortable daytime temperatures and cooler evenings, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the natural beauty of the area. You'll avoid the intense heat of summer and the colder temperatures of winter, which can sometimes bring snow.Spring offers the added benefit of blooming desert wildflowers, creating a scenic backdrop for photography and hiking. Fall provides clear skies and comfortable conditions, great for visiting nearby cultural sites or enjoying the expansive landscapes.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Fort Defiance.
How much is the nightly rate at a Fort Defiance hotel?
Prices for hotels in Fort Defiance often vary, but you can find a great deal from $55 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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