Laid-back inn set in a 1905 farmhouse with shaded porches & free Wi-Fi, plus a garden & a lounge.
The Loubird Inn occupies a restored 1905 pioneer farmhouse on Escalante's Main Street, about 45 miles east of Bryce Canyon National Park along Scenic Byway 12. It's a small, carefully tended property — four rooms in the main homestead plus adjacent cottages — that trades hotel anonymity for genuine character: original farmhouse bones, local artwork on the walls, shaded porch space, and a garden that earns its keep on a warm southern-Utah evening.
Each room has a private entrance with a covered deck and outdoor table, in-room coffee, Roku TV, air conditioning, and a compact fridge. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are standard. The guest lounge is a good place to sort out the next day's plans; the common areas have a relaxed, house-borrowed feel rather than a branded-motel one.
Escalante sits at the edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and makes a natural base for day trips to Coyote Gulch, Slot Canyons, and the Devils Garden trailheads — most within 20–40 miles. Bryce Canyon is roughly an hour's drive west on Highway 12. The inn is walkable to Escalante's small cluster of restaurants and outfitters.
The Loubird operates seasonally. Verify availability directly at theloubird.com before booking; the property has occasionally taken hiatuses between seasons. It suits independent travelers who want a quiet, characterful stay rather than resort amenities.
91 reviews
4 months ago
The Loubird Inn was the perfect place for our stay in Escalante. The gardens are lovely and we enjoyed sitting on the porch and reading after a day of hiking and driving. The guest lounge area provided dishes and kitchen needs. Truly a beautiful and relaxing place to stay. And the family that runs it are delightful.
10 months ago
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Loubird! The place was very clean, comfortable, quaint & artsy (which I love as an artist myself, of course!) and had everything we needed. We especially liked having a table/night stand at each side of the bed and two luggage racks. Also an in-room tea kettle, with teas and instant coffee was greatly appreciated. These are small things, but add up to big convenience when traveling. We did use the microwave and some dishes & utinsels in the quest lounge/lobby, which was greatly appreciated and helpful. Thanks for a very nice stay at the Inn!
a year ago
We enjoyed our stay here, My wife thinks it's adorable !!. Lots of nice ambience, quiet rooms, nice home away from home feel. I think the Loubird Inn is a very good choice if you want to see other local outdoor attractions/adventures and hidden slot gems off the beaten path. Close to - yet far enough from Bryce Canyon NP too. The Staff/Owner of the Inn is very easy going and helpful, the Inn has a simple easy to understand check in / check out rule. !!! Highly Recommended !!!
2 years ago
We stayed for a little weekend getaway with our daughter. The courtyard is lovely. We sat out there on the tables each night. The rooms are cozy and beautifully decorated. There is a mini fridge in each room and a microwave and utensils and cups in the shared lounge. Everything you could need! The family that runs it is so welcoming and helpful. They know where all the great hikes and things to see are! We went to the nearby reservoir and it was refreshing and relaxing. We also took our side by side on a trail to see a cool rock bridge. Make sure to eat at Magnolias. Yummy breakfast burritos and baked goods… also tacos and fries. ( open breakfast and lunch). Can’t wait for our next visit!
a year ago
We had the pleasure of finding this little gem of an “inn”. Located smack dab in the middle of Escalante. Love Escalante too, but, the Loubird made it extra special. I’m a clean freak and Haylee makes sure every little detail has been addressed. Very sweet cabins with all the amenities- well appointed with local artwork too! Lots of flowers and fruit trees and vegetables they grow. Also, we ate at their restaurant “Magnolia” just down the street named after one of their sweet daughters. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night! Thank you for making your “Inn” such a sweet place to stay. Cherie