Dinosaur Inn & Suites

Very nice hotel! We enjoyed our stay. Loved the perks - such as coffee/tea in the room, pool, and continental breakfast! The rooms were clean and up to date. Very comfortable beds! Quiet as well. Oh and try the Italian restaurant nearby, it's yummy!

Hotel was fine. Old fashion motel set up. Not a big deal. Parking our 15 passenger van was a bit of a challenge because the parking lot had dead ends and they were very full. The pool was fine, kids enjoyed it. Hotel breakfast was a bit odd as you ordered your main (it was free) I got the burrito which was good. Small dining area which was absolutely full but there were a few picnic tables near the pool and it was a nice enough morning we just sat outside. Overall staff was friendly, rooms were large (we managed to get adjoining rooms with the other half of our party). ||There is a cute little city park next door that we also walked through.

We stayed here after exploring Dinosaur National Monument. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and quiet. We slept well and enjoyed an excellent breakfast in the morning. After we checked out and drove a few hours, I realized I had left some items in our room. The staff found them and shipped them to our home—so friendly and efficient! Highly recommended.

I booked this based on price and location, plus their free breakfast. ||We arrived on a Monday afternoon around 3:30 p.m. and were able to check in. The property is located in the heart of the Vernal business district, within an easy walk of any businesses in the area. We walked to dinner each night. The layout appears to be the combination of 2 distinct original motels, now combined. This includes an Italian restaurant (reviewed separately). The rooms associated with both of the original motels surround a pool. Rooms are direct access to the parking lot (i.e., no 'central hallway'), which was fine for us. ||Check-in was easy. They also provide a couple of computers for guest access. This was useful on our last night for printing our boarding passes. In addition, they allow access to their dining room so that you can refill water bottles throughout the day, a service which we took full advantage of.||Rooms in back of the pool are slightly trickier to park, but otherwise there was no issue. Our room was spacious in terms of where you can lay out a suitcase. There was also plenty of room on the bathroom counter for all 3 of us. This was in stark contrast to some places we've stayed in the last year (I'm looking at you, Amsterdam!). The only slight drawback to the room was the beds. I don't know that this was quite 'queen size', so 2 of us together both felt a bit cramped. It wasn't a big deal, though. ||Breakfast on the mornings we stayed here was from 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. The 'rush' seemed to be at 6:30 a.m., as those with river rafting reservations got there early. The process was a bit unique - you queued up and placed an order for most of your food (eggs, bacon, cereal, bread, etc.). Once you got that, you proceeded into the dining room to eat (and to toast your bread, etc.). Coffee and juice was self-serve. I didn't object to this, as I got basically the same food that I'd have had at Hampton Inn, etc. I assume they'd had some issues with food waste, and this was their solution. The food itself was pretty standard. ||Overall, this is a fairly basic motel that should meet most peoples' needs. I'd consider staying here again if I returned to Vernal.

Wow. Just wow. The folks that run this place could school the hotel chains in how to provide clean, comfortable rooms with a friendly, welcoming attitude. Nice breakfast options. Roomy accommodations with thoughtful touches - large closet, two luggage racks, two sinks (one inside and one outside the bathroom), bath mat, and more. Great value!

Nice hotel with attentive staff. Built a while back - yet very modernized. Good hearty breakfasts - same handful of choices each day. Great location; walking distance to a park, many attractions, and food. Bed was quite soft; didn't work well for me who prefers a firm mattress. Couldn't hear our neighbors.

Motel right in the heart of Vernal. Very well appointed. Even though it is an older property it has modern features. Very clean and well stocked room. Staff were friendly. Bed was super soft, hard night sleep for me but my wife slept great on that mattress. Would definitely recommend this as your go to for Vernal.

Out of all the hotels we stayed at on our two week vacation this was my favorite. From the theme to the employees and the room, this place was great. I loved how they ran the breakfast in the morning and the sign out front was epic.

Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms. Easy to find and laid out well. Bath products like soap are in dispensers, which I appreciate for sustainability. The included breakfast was surprisingly good & filling: breakfast burritos, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy, yogurt, fruit, breakfast breads, make your own waffles. Plus beverages. We would definitely stay here again!

Vernal is a really interesting town and it can be a bit difficult to discern what's truly a quality establishment and what's not since the whole town is rather kitschy (in the best way possible). Don't let the large cartoon dinosaur sign out front fool you, Dinosaur Inn & Suites is in the former camp as it's an excellent motel. The motel is close to Dinosaur National Monument and it's an easy drive. Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The shower was also excellent and they had complimentary breakfast, which was fantastic. The prices here are also great and it's just a great motel all around!

Convenient location, excellent friendly staff, clean rooms, comfy pillows, fluffy towels, extensive breakfast.

Wonderful hotel! We enjoyed 3 nights in an very comfortable executive suite. The extra living area made for relaxing evenings after long days out exploring. Breakfast was fresh and tasty every morning. Staff was friendly and helpful. We couldn't have asked for more :)

Best hotel I've ever stayed at! We got the king size room. Very comfortable bed. The staff was so friendly and gave us some local sight seeing tips. Room comes with free breakfast served from 6:30am-9:30am Coffee and juice is provided. The room comes with microwave, mini fridge, and a big tv. Our room had a couch and a small desk and chair. There is an ironing board, hair dryer, lotion, hand soap, body wash and shampoo. Post cards available in the lobby. We loved that we stayed here! We might even stay for another night because we loved it so much! Highly recommend this place if you are passing through!

Spacious and clean room. Main Street noise was a bit intrusive. The door on my unit had been kicked in and repaired which I found alarming. Breakfast was the usual but served to order. It was still the same old steam table food but I couldn't see it closely. I prefer to serve myself. The a/c was noisy especially when the compressor came on.

Clean room, super soft sheets, comfy bed, great free breakfast (I love the self-making waffle makers) & even had real butter & honey pats! Staff met all our requests!

Great place to stay. Much better than average breakfast. Amazing staff and a clean, well appointed room-- much better than average for the price point. Check them out while in Vernal.

There's not a massive number of reviews, but there's a reason this place is 5 stars. It's the whole package. It's NOT a chain. Yea. The owners nice, and they made a huge effort to handle things like breakfast properly during COVID. The rooms are large, clean, and bright. The price is good, and the location perfect. It's right in the middle of town. There's not a lot else to say, except you need this on your short list of places to stay.

We stayed here for our trip to Dinosaur National Monument. The staff was friendly and helpful, the room was comfortable and quiet, the price was reasonable, and the breakfast that was included was great. We will definitely stay here again the next time we're in Vernal.

What a wonderful place to stay! We booked last minute due to a change in our plans and the folks at Dinosaur were incredible. We love to support local businesses as often as we can and this is a family owned space and this family takes a lot of pride in making the stay and accommodations just right. In house breakfast hits the spot and beds are really comfortable. Everyone in my party agreed we'd stay again if ever in Vernal.

Budget motel. Good for late night check in. Room smelled clean. Good location along the main drag in Vernal UT. No loud noises or any nonsense. Good option for exploring dinosaur monument nearby.

This is a great place to stay. We stayed in the king size bedroom. Bed is comfortable. Room is super clean. You have a microwave, Kurig coffee maker, mini refrigerator, desk, comfortable chair & ottoman to read. Centrally located to everything plus close to the state parks. Staff is friendly. They offer a hot breakfast that we didn't try, but looked delicious. Pool is warm & clean with clean towels. Will definitely stay here again.

We travel a lot and were surprised to find this gem of a motel at a very reasonable price! Clean room with some nice touches. Definitely upscaled for a motel. The room was spacious- made the king bed look small! The shower was lovely with good water pressure and temperature. The only recommendation I would add is to bring your own pillows. The pillows were too poofy for our liking. We were tempted to stay another night, but we are heading East and would have to double back. If you come through Vernal, definitely consider staying here!

This place is amazing! Seriously amazing - I booked here because of the reviews even though its a 'motel' style place. You can tell when you pull up that its well cared for - definitely pride in ownership by the staff here. We had a king room and walked into a large, clean and most importantly, cool room to relax inside. Plenty of towels and TP and room to move - already beats the Hilton we stayed at in Denver. I was bummed we couldn't stay more than one night. Breakfast is free and taken in a room off where you check in. They also have outdoor seating if you wish. The food is freshly cooked and very tasty. You MUST try their cinnamon rolls...I expected something out of a packet but this tasted like it came from an artisan bakery. Fabulous! I'm writing my reviews from our summer roadtrip now that its over and this hotel was one of our best stays, if not THE best one. Highly, highly recommend.

This is the place to stay!!! Due to traveling for business, this was my home-away-from-home for a few months. It is clean, well priced, yummy breakfast, and the staff are all so friendly!

Clean affordable place to stay with dependable car charger nicely marked to make sure other cars don't park there.

Great experience, clean, modern, and with good amenities. Enjoyed my one-night stay at the Dinosaur Inn and Suites. Friendly staff checked me in early, and upgraded me to a larger room (complimentary). Great amenities (keurig coffee maker, fridge, and microwave in the room. I really liked how they had pump dispensers for hand soap, lotion, shower gel, and shampoo, but ALSO small containers of all the above plus conditioner. I'm eco-conscious so I was happy. Comfy bed with many good pillows. Good breakfast with service (you could order eggs, burritos, etc) along with self-service waffles. Everything was so clean!

My fiancé and I stayed here for two nights while visiting Dinosaur National Monument (Utah side). We chose this hotel due to its affordable cost and location. It's about a 25 min drive to Dinosaur NM and located near a bunch of restaurants and gas stations. Some nice perks include free parking, free WiFi, and a complementary hot/cold breakfast served every morning. Due to covid, they have a menu where you choose what you want and someone will be there to assist you. It was more like a "grab and go" type of breakfast but we didn't mind because it was a great breakfast while on our way to Dinosaur NM. I also have to commend the staff that they are doing a great job practicing safe Covid guidelines. They were very friendly and hospitable too. They always greeted us whenever we walked through the door. We booked a room with a king bed. The room was clean and spacious. It had a flat screen TV, microwave, mini fridge, and an office desk with a chair. Although the bed was comfy, the pillows were a little too soft for my liking. The bathroom was nice and it looked like it was remodeled. What I liked about it is that the bathroom was separated with a toilet, shower, and sink (which you can close the door) and then there was an additional sink just outside the bathroom with plenty of counter space. It was very beneficial because my fiancé can be in the bathroom showering while I was able to do my make up and get ready at the same time. The only con I have to say is that the walls are pretty thin. We could hear our neighbors from both sides of our room. Overall, I give this place a solid 4 stars. With the nice staff and its affordable price compared to other hotels in Vernal, I can see us staying here the next time we visit Dinosaur NM.

Last minute I changed my reservation on Booking.com from Comfort Inn to Dinosaur Inn and Suites. It was a few dollars more, but I am so glad I made the change! The room was huge and clean, and the owners prepare a breakfast for you (you choose what you want from a menu), rather than providing a measly 'grab and go' like the big chains. Highly recommend!

This little place is the cutest! So clean, large rooms, pool with pool towels and a nice breakfast variety. It has an old Americana look on the outside but inside all is modern and well kept. It's family friendly and easy to walk around the town

Thank you for a wonderful night at your hotel. Quiet, clean and very comfortable! The breakfast was awesome and Cody and everyone were very friendly and helpful! AND even 2 luggage racks. I always wonder why hotels usually only have one! We will be back

We loved our stay here! We had a king suite. It was comfy and clean and modern. The included breakfast was really good. The staff was pleasant. Good stuff!

We stayed here for a few nights during our hiking trip and couldn't be happier with our experience! The rooms were clean and the beds were super comfortable. Made to order breakfast was included and it was delicious and perfect to start our day! The gentleman who worked there helped us pick out some of the greatest hiking spots that I've ever been to and he (and the rest of the hotel staff) were so friendly and helpful. We will absolutely stay here again!

We stayed here for a month on business and really loved it! The owners (Cody and Shalene) are so kind and attentive...as is the rest of the staff! Very clean, updated rooms. This is the best of the best!

Just finished up a two night stay while visiting Dinosaur National Monument. We stayed in a family suite that was super clean, very well laid out, and perfect for 3 adults and 2 kids. The kids loved the jetted tub. The only thing missing really was a slightly bigger table/area to eat at/work at in the room. The best part of our stay was definitely the wonderful staff. They were helpful and very friendly. Additional pluses were the pool, great breakfast options, and laundry room (which we definitely needed after camping the 3 nights prior to arrival).

It was as all of reviews said. Clean, friendly, and the rooms were not only nicely remodeled but sound proof as well.

Comfortable, Spacious, Good Breakfast Dinosaur Inn is the non-chain motel trying it's best. The property is attractive, the rooms are surprisingly large and everything is clean. We stayed there one night before and one night after a 5-day rafting trip on the Green River in nearby Dinosaur National Monument. This place was perfect for our needs. We could park right in front of our room to load and unload a pile of gear. The room was very large making it easy to organize our stuff. Breakfast is a high point. There is even a chef making fresh omelets and pancakes. Prices were reasonable. I would definitely return.

Large, clean room. Pool looks beautiful and clean. Very nice breakfast with room, breakfast burritos, bagels, yogurt, drinks. Friendly staff. Recommend!

We stayed here for only one night and wanted to stay longer. Very comfortable room, really nice people, WONDERFUL breakfast. If we are ever back in Vernal we will stay here again. Will recommend to family who will go to Dinosaur Nat'l Monument.

We really enjoyed our stay here. It's clean and updated, breakfast was pretty good, and they've minimized buffet contact (though the waffle maker and drink dispensers are shared with all other guests, so there are contact points. We had the executive suite, which was really roomy and comfortable for the 3 of us (kid used pullout couch). Nice keurig coffee maker and a fridge. Queen suites looked nice, not huge rooms, but definitely comfortable. Be aware if you have mobility issues, the executive suite shower is within the jacuzzi tub, so you have to lift your leg way up to get in the shower. Okay for us, but maybe not easy for all. Nice and clean, though, and I liked that they have refillable soap and lotion dispensers by the sink and body wash and shampooing the shower, so there's less waste (they had one set of little bottles, if that's your thing). The location is awesome, too. You can walk to restaurants (2 blocks), across the street are 2 nice shops, and you could walk to the natural history museum further down 40 if needed. Oh, and the bed was SO comfortable! Best bed on our vacation.

Stayed one night here...could have stayed more! Staff was incredibly friendly, lobby was very nice and clean, and the continental breakfast was beyond a continental breakfast. The room was huge, bed was a Simmons BeautyRest (Yeah, we checked, because it was that good!), and the bathroom had been totally renovated. All in all, LOVED IT!

Wonderful place to stay! The room was clean, spacious, comfortable and not outdated! Breakfast was delicious! It was a bagged breakfast due to COVID-19 but still delicious! Large cinnamon roll, fresh cooked breakfast burrito and biscuits and gravy were all choices that our family choose. Thank you, Bullock Family at Dinosaur Inn!

Wonderful place. Was delighted to meet Innkeeper Cody. He and his team simply could not be more welcoming. The Inn itself sparkles and is perfectly situated on Main Street. The adjacent restaurant Antica Forma is terrific and the breakfast Cody served was simply great. We loved the whole area and made a mental note to return for an extended stay. We will absolutely stay again at the Dinosaur Inn & Suites when we do.

Make no mistake if your staying in Vernal, this the place. Family run and I mean the whole Family !! The pride that we saw from how clean it was to the grounds to the swimming pool, the best!! The Brothers Breakfast in the morning Wow eggs to order, pancakes to order, true pride was taken in doing it !! Great Breakfast I guess why all the road crews stay there. This is where the dinosaurs come to eat Oh and your a hop, skip and a jump from them Don't miss it Thank you for a great stay. Sincerely yours Chef Rory

You can't find a better place to stay in Vernal. Nice clean rooms, quiet AC. Super friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was awesome.

Super clean, the suites are nice and big. It has cable tvs. It is one of the better hotels in Vernal.

The staff are the owners and they were very helpful and nice. They saw we had a child and upgraded us for free to a beautiful and spacious executive suite. The rooms are very clean and remodeled very nicely. I have stayed at another place in town on a past trip that is more than double the price and not nearly as nice. I would recommend this inn.

I stayed at this hotel while I was on a business trip to Vernal. I picked it because it was not a chain place and it was close to the office I was going to while I was here. The breakfast was amazing every morning, the rooms were clean and the bed comfy. It was close to a library, the Vernal Brewing Company, the 7-11 Ranch Restaurant, and a gas station where I could pick up snacks. It's within walking distance of a dinosaur museum, a local history museum, and a Vernal self guided tour which I enjoyed in my off time from work. Of all the business trips I have gone on, this one was my most favorite and the Dinosaur Inn & Suites was a part of that experience. I hope to return to Vernal with my wife to visit the museums and the VBC again, as well as explore more of the surrounding area in the future. Thanks so much to the Dinosaur Inn & Suites!

Great pool, great breakfast, great staff, great location, room was nice, clean and spacious. All around great little spot.

Stayed here for a business trip and have to stay it was probably the most pleasant hotel experience I've had. Room was very nice and clean. The bed was very comfortable. At most places I've stayed the breakfast is mediocre and bland, this was probably the best breakfast I've had at a hotel. The gal at the front desk was very nice and helpful as well. Will definitely stay here again on future trips.

This is worth the stop. Comfortable, updated rooms with great beds and bedding. Breakfast is included and it is a family-owned business. People are very friendly and proud of their place. Price is very reasonable. We will be back!

These guys rock! Small family owned business, super friendly people. These brothers will make you the best breakfast, cooked in front of you. I can't say enough good things about these guys and their hotel. One of the best I've been to. Also check out antiqa forms next door, excellent pizza.

We had a great experience at the Dinosaur Inn. First of all we had to change our plans unexpectedly due to emergency dental work. They were very accommodating and understanding. We finally did make it out to Vernal for a night and were very pleased with the level of customer service. It really was refreshing. The room we had was recently renovated and spacious. The motel itself is a solid three star accommodation but extremely clean and comfortable! Breakfast buffet with made to order eggs and pancakes was great. We wished we had more time to stay in Vernal and will definitely stay there again should we return.

If you're in Vernal, this is the spot. The hotel has always been great, but the new owners have made it even better. The rooms are huge, beds are comfortable, they cook eggs and breakfast tacos made to order in the mornings, along with plenty of other options. The two guys running the hotel are incredibly nice and accommodating. To top it off, the nightly rate is inexpensive compared to some of the other hotels in the area.

This was a great place! Friendly and helpful staff- nice clean room, comfortable bed delicious breakfast. We arrived late at night and our check in was quick and easy. Lovely place!

This hotel was amazing! Staff was lovely and super helpful. The made-to-order breakfast was a great treat! Loved having a freshly cooked egg and pancakes for breakfast! Also, the bedrooms are super clean and updated. If you are passing through town, this is a great, affordable option that's locally owned!

A wonderful place to stay. Family run. Clean and spacious rooms well furnished. The owners are nice and very helpful. During our six week trip throughout the Rocky Mountains, this was the best inn. (BTW We stayed three nights.) It's good to see that old fashioned graciousness is still around.

I booked this room based on excellent Yelp and other social media site reviews and it did not disappoint. Large, clean rooms that apparently have been recently remodeled. Good, plentiful towels. Comfortable bed. Our king room had a couch, large TV, large dorm refrigerator and a microwave. We didn't need them for this trip but they were all clean and in working condition. The entire property is very clean and neat. The front desk staff was professional and helpful. Best of all was the fantastic hot breakfast with made-to-order eggs, french toast, etc. and two make-your-own waffle makers. My husband was in heaven. And ... drinkable coffee! I cannot say enough good things about the Dinosaur Inn & Suites. A great place at twice the price - and the price was great! I also want to mention that there is a very good pizza restaurant on the property - I'll probably do a separate review but they made authentic Naples-style pizza. Great eats!