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So we got in at the Kachina Lodge. Which is right next door to El Tovar. I may keep trying for El Tovar.

But Kachina has no dining, so the operator said I would have to eat at El Tovar. And she...

Good idea to call, since I have been doing it over the internet only. :blush:

We are probably going to have to go with some Best Western at the Grand Canyon or something like that. At least I am familiar with them as far as "chain" hotels but I would still want the closest...

Yes it is too bad, we can't get in El Tovar. The only one available from the website Xanterra, is "Yavapai Lodge". Don't know too much about it, though. :cool:

Looking for one that is right on or as near to the Canyon as possible. We wanted to stay at El Tovar, this would be for April and they are already booked for our dates. Any recommendations?