Andrea Palmer
3 months ago
This is the cutest Inn with a great location. Close to Bryce Canyon. Quiet neighborhood and the best hosts ever! So helpful with suggestions on where to eat and where to hike. Will definitely stay here again!
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River Stone Inn
Artist-hosted inn with orchard views in Tropic
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About
River Stone Inn and Gallery is a small inn and converted art studio in Tropic, about seven miles east of Bryce Canyon's entrance. Hosts Clay and Rebecca Wagstaff — both working artists — run the property out of a historic house and an adjacent studio building, giving it a character that's meaningfully different from the strip motels and chain lodges that dominate the park corridor.
Rooms and Suites
There are four distinct accommodations. The Heritage and Tropic rooms occupy the original historic house, while the Studio and Walnut Tree rooms are in the converted river stone art studio. Each has a private entrance, a private en suite bathroom, and a kitchenette, so you're not sharing common areas with strangers. Rooms are individually decorated with original artwork. A welcome basket with snacks, coffee, tea, and cocoa is included with every stay.
Breakfast and Grounds
Breakfast is home-cooked and described by guests as generous and well-made — a step up from the continental offerings you'll find at most area motels. The property has a productive orchard: apples, pears, apricots, peaches, and plums are available to pick in season. The yard is a genuinely pleasant place to unwind, with hummingbirds active in summer and occasional deer at dusk. It's the kind of place where slowing down feels appropriate.
Practical Notes
Tropic's location on UT-12 puts you close to both Bryce Canyon and the northern edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante. The inn suits travelers who want personal hospitality and surroundings with a sense of place, rather than points-program lodging. Book direct through the property website to confirm availability, as it's a small operation.
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Aspen Adams
4 months ago
We had such a great stay! Kimmi was so welcoming and helpful and really made our stay. She made a campfire for us and we had a great time hanging out with her!
Samantha Campbell
a year ago
The River Stone Inn in Tropic, Utah was the perfect place to stay near Bryce Canyon National Park! Kimmi was SO amazing. The room was super clean, cozy, and comfortable, and it’s only a short drive to Bryce Canyon. Tropic is such a cute small town with great places to eat. The August weather made our trip even better. Highly recommend this hotel inn if you’re looking for a convenient, quiet and comfortable stay near Bryce Canyon!
Jeri Lynn Falejczyk
a year ago
We could not have had a more perfect stay in the Studio Room thanks to Kimmi. We felt so welcomed from the minute we arrived by Kimmi the inn keeper, she truly is one of the kindest people I have ever met. Our favorite part was gathering around a bonfire at night with other guests to hear about everyones adventures and to view the amazing stars. The wildlife in the yard is also so enjoyable to watch as you relax. The bed in the studio room was very comfortable. It was just two of us for the stay but there are other beds available for more guests. Coffee in the room was appreciated along with a welcome treat tray left for us. This was the perfect place to stay for our 2 day visit to Bryce. It is a stay we will never forget, thank you Kimmi!
Tadhg H
a year ago
I stayed in the cozy and comfy Tropic Room for two nights while visiting Bryce Canyon. It's the corner room of the main house with a private entrance and its own parking spot right in front of the unit, and with door keypad for security. Custom bathroom with walk-in river stone shower. Walk-in closets, refrigerator, microwave, electric water kettle/coffee maker, quiet and peaceful. Kimmi was a fantastic, welcoming and caring host. The fire pit was lit up each night at sundown and guests could roast marshmallows/make smores and chat under the dark sky. This place has the best location - only 15 minutes drive from Bryce National Park - and is walkable to the town of Tropic's main street for coffee, groceries or a night out for dinner. Highly recommend!
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