Zion Mountain Ranch

One of the best places we could stay near Zion Nationalpark. We stayed for 2 days during our roadtrip and got the cabin 150. Everything was clean and beautiful decorated to make it cozy. Usual amenities were included. On our second evening we booked a sunset horse ride and it was so worth it! We got to ride Tank and Beaufort, both very well behaved (we have no experience riding). I belive Kyle was our guide and he made the experience so much more interesting than it already was by answering everything I had to ask about the ranch, the history, bison and about ranch life as well. At night we got to experience a stunning nightsky from the porch of our cabin. The drive into Zion Nationalpark is a short one. The next gas station (~20 min.) and a small grocery store (~ 30 min.) are a bit far of but nothing to worry about! Loved everything here, including the staff, guard dogs, cabin and the amazing bison as well.

Stayed at #130 for 2 nights and with my family and relatives from abroad. Everyone was in love the entire 2 days, it felt too short at the end. Beautiful ranch all around and our cabin was nothing short of amazing. Amazing view in the back with a patio and an overlook into the canyons. There was a storm that hit and it was awesome to experience the rain, thunder storm and rainbow. The sunrise was breathtaking when it hit the open canyon and lit up the skies. So many great hiking trails close to the ranch with Zion, Dixie Forest and Bryce close by to drive too without eating up your whole day. Great location to experience our countries amazing national parks and forests under 2 hours driving one way. Highly recommended staying at this ranch, everything about it was a great experience. Shout out to Rusty & the lady at the front desk for their hospitality, they are extremely kind people. Until our next adventure! Thanks

We spent six nights at Zion Mountain Ranch, and when it was time to leave, my wife and four daughters were in tears as we drove away. That’s how special this place is. For exploring southern Utah, I couldn’t imagine a better spot to stay. The ranch sits on absolutely gorgeous land, just three miles from Zion National Park’s east entrance, with tons of activities nearby. We were amazed by how much there was to do in the area. The property itself is home to buffalo, horses, ponies, and chickens, but the real highlight for my daughters was the friendly Great Pyrenees dogs. They probably spent hours playing with those gentle giants. Every night after dinner, we’d sit by the bonfire with other guests and those lovable dogs, enjoying the peaceful vibe. Mountain bike trails at Applecross are close by, and I had a blast riding my bike on their fun, flowy trails with cool features. The staff here is incredible. From Rusty and Bryan at the front desk to Christian, who guided us on horseback rides and a bison-feeding adventure, everyone was friendly and made our stay unforgettable. The on-site restaurant, Cordwood, served excellent meals with great service from Kellie, Kade, Todd, and the rest of the team. Our cabin, number 130, was huge, beautiful, and had an amazing view. Staying there felt like stepping into another world—so calm and serene. I highly recommend Zion Mountain Ranch to anyone visiting Zion. It’s a fantastic place to make memories.

ZMR was an amazing stay. We had wonderful view overlooking the bison pasture. All of the staff is warm and welcoming and made our stay that much better. Our sunset horseback ride gave us incredible views of the ranch and our guide, Kyle, was the best. The proximity to Zion made it easy to get to the park for hiking and incredible views. My only critique of our cabin was the pillows were flat and lumpy. Other than that, we would definitely stay here again.

Zion Mountain Ranch is hands-down my all-time favorite weekend getaway! From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted with the most breathtaking scenery and the sight of buffalo roaming nearby—it never gets old. The cozy little cabins are the perfect mix of rustic charm and comfort, making it feel like a true escape. Horseback rides here are unforgettable, and the on-site restaurant serves up some of the yummiest meals you’ll ever have after a day of exploring. But what really makes this place shine is the staff—they are truly the friendliest people on the planet. Every stay feels like coming home. I honestly can’t think of a single thing they could improve on. To me, it’s perfect in every way. If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would!

We stayed her for 3 nights to explore Zion and Bryce National Parks. It was one of the best places we stayed on a road trip from Las Vegas to Moab. Easy access to both parks and great service. The rooms were really cosy with great views, and as it's a ranch it was also very quiet - which we loved! |There is a restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we had breakfast and dinner and the food was excellent. We loved the staff, the two dogs, roosters and Bison. Our only disappointment was we never got to feed the Bison.|If you want your room serviced - be sure to hang the sign on your door.

Zion Mt. Ranch was just what we desired. It was quiet and clean with plenty of space and 2 comfy king beds. Our favorite thing about the ranch was the view from our cabin. The staff were so helpful even lending us a tire pressure gauge when we needed one. We ate both nights at the Cordwood restaurant. The ribeye and bison burger were delicious and my favorite appetizer was the brussel sprouts and blue cheese. Try their craft soft drinks or their wine selections. The waitress on our first night was so attentive. She had 7 kids so she knew had to keep things moving! We stayed 3 nights, but wish we had stayed 7! I would love to return with my whole family!

had an amazing 3-day stay at this ranch in Zion! The setting was peaceful and beautiful, surrounded by nature and wide-open views, and it felt like the perfect escape. The highlight for me was spending time with the adorable dogs and seeing the bison up close — such a unique and unforgettable experience. The hosts were warm and welcoming, making sure everything was comfortable and enjoyable. I left feeling relaxed, happy, and already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend this place

Loved our stay. Wonderful place near Zion. Buffafo, horseback riding with a comfortable cabin.

Stayed two nights recently in cabin 155. The cabin was cute, but did need some maintenance. The tiles near the toilet are loose/feel like they sink in when you go to use the restroom. The towel rack was loose and starting to come off the wall. There were lots of chipped pain marks in the room. Bedding probably needed to be refreshed as the duvet cover had a stain on it. Overall though, it was a quaint setting, and the views are incredible. The gift shop up front has lots of cute items and they have a spot where you can book some activities. We did the sunset horseback ride and the stargazing, but stargazing got canceled due to cloudy weather moving in. The dogs and livestock outside were super cute. The dogs are proper guard dogs, but also love getting pet and were friendly. They roamed the cabins in the evenings and we often saw them roaming the grounds in the distance. It was pretty affordable compared to some of the places in Springdale, so overall I liked the experience. Just needed some tlc in the cabin itself.

There is no better family vacation spot! We never pass Zion without staying here with our three kids. From the beautiful ranch dogs, Rex and Emerald, to the chickens and mini ponies to the big horses and the bison, our kids can't get enough (and neither can we!). Everyone is so kind there as well. We were only swinging through this time but Kyle and his family indulged us in a quick horseback ride and were so patient while the kids got the courage up (or didn't!). We also had a delicious dinner at Cordwood (the restaurant) and, when my daughter declared that they had the best mac and cheese she had ever had, Clark, the chef, quietly came back with a bowl, some flour and an egg and showed her how to make homemade pasta. Every single experience we have here is always a 10/10. It was also such a treat to meet Rusty, who has been there for ages and felt like he'd walked straight out of Lonesome Dove. Do not miss this gem or a place.

We had the most amazing stay. We booked for 3 nights on our honeymoon & it was incredible. We had the bison right outside of our room in the morning. The food at dinner was delicious. The staff was very friendly. We loved the animals on the property. Everything about this ranch was superb. We will definitely be back.

Absolutely loved our little cottage. Went there during the pandemic, and it was wonderful. The cottage was clean and very cozy. easy access to the park. Beautiful view, we could see buffalos in distance. Loved the hot tub inside. Would certainly go back if I ever visit Zion again.

Extremely disappointing experience so far. We had booked a chalet with 2 bedrooms and jetted tub, wifi, and a balcony for star gazing and were checked into a cabin with 1 bedroom, no jetted tub and no balcony and no wifi . Mind you .... we were charged for a chalet !! Everything is closed after 10 pm including no one answering even the phones after hours so now we can't even reach anyone to fix it .God forbid if you run into any problems after 10 pm . What a miserable experience. I would not recommend it .

We stayed here on a family trip. Seems like the reviews will vary greatly depending on which lodge/cabin you choose. Our lodge had 2 primary bedrooms and 2 bedrooms with bunk beds in the main house. It also had a little in-law cabin in the back with its own bathroom and closet. This was plenty of space for us. Pros: - our lodge was renovated with a more modern look - The kitchen was upgraded with an induction stove - the bathrooms looked clean and modern with a beautiful tub - laundry machine and dryer! So helpful for after a hike. - helpful and friendly maintenance staff. They came by to bring firewood and were always friendly. Cons: - the water smelled off to me. Almost like gym socks or sewage. This was highly concerning to me. - very dusty. If you have allergies, you will probably have a rough time. - no tint on windows. There are windows by the tubs, but if you want to draw a bath while enjoying the view, anyone walking outside can see in crystal clear. - no housekeeping or trash pickup. For a multi-day stay, especially when you're cooking all meals in-house, trash gets generated fast. No one came by to pick it up, so we put trash bags outside. It would be helpful if there was a trash can of some sort.

One of the best ranch/hotel experiences ever. My family of six loved it, we felt so at ease and experienced such relaxation that we needed. We had enough space, the weather was perfect and the staff was very helpful. Horse trail ride was amazing and so much fun. We left a baby blanket there that was very meaningful to us, they shipped it back to us. I was so thankful there were able to do that for us. I'd love to go back. Beautiful ranch experiences. One of the best. I would for sure recommend. Thank you for such a nice time.

This place is everything!! It sits on a beautiful quiet ranch just 5 minutes from the east entrance of Zion National Park. (East entrance of Zion is about 30-35 minutes from the classic hikes you think of with Zion such as Angel's landing and the Narrows just FYI.) First - the staff. The staff is awesome. They are the same people running the front office, restaurant, etc. they are super friendly and accommodating to make your stay as pleasant as possible. They could have a few more flyers about hikes, but overall had everything you needed to know. Very very nice people... I was happy Location - located 5 minutes from EAST Zion entrance - this is 30-35 minutes East from Springdale where you catch shuttles to go into the park. There is plenty to do on the east side though!!! Absolutely beautiful hikes everywhere - Many Pools, Canyon Overlook Trail, Cable Mountain, East Mesa Trail that goes to Observation point (a must do), and it's also close to Bryce national park if you'd like to check that out (1 hr 15 min drive). There are not many restaurants around but the rooms have mini kitchens so I recommend getting a few groceries and then do dinner at the Cordwood restaurant or go into Springdale or Orderville Room - clean, cozy, cabin. Everything you want. Our cabin had 2 king size beds, table, TV with DVD player and Netflix/amazon access, bathroom, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Beautiful front porch with front porch rocker swing. Loved it all no complaints. Room overlooked the bison range. Stunning. The one drawback is the shower didn't drain well. Amenities - there is a wonderful farm to table restaurant on the property called Cordwood. Definitely go there. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are "ranch dogs" aka the cutest fluffiest white pyrenese dogs, miniature horses, chickens, horses, and bison. There are horseback rides and guided hikes/excursions through East Zion Adventures (picks you up at the ranch). Bonfire at 7 pm every night and you can bring s'mores supplies or purchase at front desk. You can "rent" dvds for free. They have a nice selection. Overall - this is a great place to unwind after a long day of adventuring. It is calm and peaceful. You meet friendly people and just feel at ease. Great place to reconnect with your loved ones and disconnect from your phone. I love this place and would definitely come back!

We stayed 5 nights at Zion Mountain Ranch as there were no available hotel rooms in Springdale. You cannot beat the setting! It is a tranquil getaway from the crowds at the national parks. The rolling hills and charming cottages were just what the doctor ordered. We also knew that the cabins were on a ranch so the setting is rustic. But we expected a well maintained cabin for the price we paid. The railings on our outside porches were loose, as were the faucets in the kitchen and shower. We had big holes where the Sheetrock was missing from the corners of the walls. This must have been where other guests banged chairs and suitcases into the corners. The housekeeping crew was not the best, and the property seemed unkempt and lacking in overall maintenance. The three stars for our rating is because we did complain to management and received a partial refund.

Had they made good on their promise that buffalo would actually be out grazing during our stay at the pasture-front cabin we booked, I wouldn't have minded paying $2500 for a 3-night stay. We booked ZMR SPECIFICALLY for the buffalo experience. But the moment we checked in, we were told it was mating season and the bulls were too "frisky" to be out in the pasture, so they moved the herd someplace down the road. They also claimed that a couple of the males had broken a few fence poles. We saw neither broken fence poles nor any workmen during our 3-day stay. For sure, paying $2,500 for 3 nights in Cabin 156 -- WITHOUT buffaloes -- is absolute robbery. The cabin is furnished like a frat house, with mismatched draperies, second-hand furniture, and walls in disrepair. The utensils in the kitchen were thrift-store quality, and the bath/shower was so unappealing we didn't want to use it. It is outrageous and unreasonable that they provide such poor quality accommodations. Oh, and they removed the wall thermostats so what you get is what you get temperature-wise. Again, had the buffalo been there, we would have overlooked everything else. And since they know they don't put the buffaloes out during mating season, they should have told me at booking. It's a buffalo farm; they know the buffalo's cycles. Failure to disclose that information, and instead promising a unique experience -- and charging for it -- is fraudulent. Although the location is quiet and off the beaten path, I feel completely taken advantage of by ZMR. Patrons beware.

This place is absolutely unreal. I will recommend this place to anyone who will listen. The views, the ambiance, and the proximity to the park are perfect for a couples' getaway or a larger group. There is so much wildlife running around the ranch area, and all the employees are so genuinely nice and helpful. The accommodations themselves were very clean and well maintained. Staying here made our vacation one to remember forever and we will be back!!

Loved staying here! It's 5 minutes outside of the East entrance of Zion and 35 minutes outside of the south entrance at Springdale. The ranch has lots of activities and animals for all members of the family to enjoy. Has a restaurant onsite. The cabins were very clean and had lovely views!

I came here for lunch on my way through Zion about three months ago and it was delicious and the service was great so I didn't hesitate to book a cabin for New Year's Eve and dinner in the restaurant. I had cabin 170 which has a clear view of the bison reserve but the cabin itself is really worn and tired and in need of an update (paint is peeling everywhere and at the end of December the wood-burning stove doesn't work?) The New Year's Eve dinner was a fixed menu of three entrées and was not made aware to me when I made the reservation (which they couldn't find when I arrived!) so it was a little disappointing to see that my $65/person choices were beef, chicken or beef. I chose the beef stew and it was dreadfully disappointing. For a half a pound of mashed potatoes with a sprinkle of meat and carrot and very little atop. The salad was good, as was the flourless chocolate cake. The hostess is quite young and has much to learn, but the waitress. (forget her name, but she's from Alabama) is a complete and total delight. If they complete a cabin renovation, I might revisit back for $350 a night for a king size studio unit that's peeling from the ground down, not worth it.

Highly recommend a stay at this beautiful ranch! We spent 5 nights in their preserve cabin. It was one of their smaller cabins but still had a microwave, mini fridge & small coffee maker with comfortable beds and most importantly in this heat - air conditioning! It truly was a wonderful place to call our home base while exploring Zion and Bryce Canyon. The ranch itself was active with baby bison, horses, chickens and rabbits that we were able to pet and spend time with, not to mention the herd of bison that came grazing along the fence line. The hydroponic green house and restaurant on site were amazing - everything we ordered each time we visited was delicious! All of the staff were welcoming and attentive.

This was such a fun and scenic stay! The ranch sits just outside the entrance to Zion National Park. The cabin was very clean and spacious. They have buffalo roaming around the property along with horses. We did the horseback trip and had a great time. The restaurant is good but a little pricey for the options. Every night there is a campfire to sit around while the kids roast marshmallows. It's a great getaway and who doesn't love the great outdoors!!

If you want to truly stop and soak up some beautiful mother nature you need to go here. It is stunning and the wide-open space here is something every soul needs more of. The whole place is incredible. From the animals to the plants, the incredible sky and the folks who work here. The restaurant is delicious, and the wine is excellent. Not rushed at all. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your cabin ;) The only reason for a 4 star instead of a 5 is the rooms do need some attention. The bed creeks, the floor creeks a lot and that can easily be remedied. The coffee maker was broken so a few details that should be expected were not there during our visit. This is where they could improve a lot. Close to Zion entrance, I would definitely revisit.

We were wandering around looking for a place to stop and grab lunch. I'm SO thankful we found this place. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Very much like visiting friends. They let you wander around the property which is full of fun and beautiful things! The Shetland ponies were the cutest ever! I was very much impressed by the greenhouse on their grounds. Amazing use of their land with many plants for fruits and vegetables. Don't miss out, go there!

This review is for the Thanksgiving fixed price meal only. $75. Soup was cold. Bread under cooked. Squash was hard and tasteless. Turkey over cooked. Cauliflower extremely salted. Apple pie ordinary. Service was minimal. Restaurant was freezing. Needless to say - very disappointing. And VERY expensive.

VERY strong SEPTIC / SEWAGE smell in the bathrooms AND bedrooms. Toxic and very unpleasant to say the least!!! The only place I cited buffalo was on the menu. Heartbreaking. FREEZING cold bathrooms. (There's 3 mini splits for heat but nothing in the bathrooms which are freezing cold, literally, because you want to try to close the door to keep the septic smell out of the bedroom. 1 remote is missing.) No walkway lighting. Front desk person wanted money upfront in full. Did not offer to show us where the cabin after dark and it was difficult to find because the 8 was damaged and the 8 looked like a 9. Did not have/offer any information on exploring the area. Fan in master bathroom does not work. Sauna did not work. I was told there would be bathtubs with jets, but they only have a plug-in machine that puts little bubbles in tub. 1970's electric cooktop was so old we didn't even try to use it. Kitchen faucet was not together correctly. You had to move the handle behind the faucet to move it to hot water. Never saw a laundry machine. Furniture was so old that some of it was partially falling over. You wouldn't want to hang out or relax there. Lumpy mattress. Couldn't get the TV to work. Bedding: there is only a sheet and comforter. No good blankets. Duvet was made from animal skin (not Vegan friendly). I selected this hotel for the view which did not disappoint if you get the right cabin, And also for the vegan option meals in the restaurant that are supplemented with the organic garden. There was a little bit of arugula and a couple of sprouts, but that was about it. I was mostly excited to see Buffalo roaming on the range outside of my window but I was on the other side and when I saw Buffalo on the menu it was heartbreaking.

This place is amazing! The cabins were nice and cozy and made our engagement stay incredibly special, just on the outskirts of Zion National Park and is the place to stay! Highly recommend and we will be back

I had the luxury of staying in Cabin 123 (I believe) last week and writing this review has been on the forefront of my mind. Let me begin that we made the mistake of booking only one night, and immediately regretted the way we planned because we really. Did. Not. Want. To. Leave. If you're doing Bryce and Zion- Stay here for the duration of both, it's THAT incredible. The cabin was meticulously cleaned and had the most warm and welcoming bathroom after escaping the cold. I want to come back to Utah even just to take a bath in that tub. On top of the grounds being beautiful, the cabin, all the animals, mostly the staff was so warm. Whomever checked me in, a quaint and delicate woman, could bring peace to the world. She was so beyond lovely, and took time to explain a little bit about their slice of heaven and fur friends. Flying home to Long Island was especially difficult after this stay at ZMR, we are so grateful to you.

This place was so much fun! It has beautiful views, cute cabins big and small, and gorgeous animals to interact with! They dont wear masks or socially distance here, so we chose to hang out on the ranch when it was empty as plenty of families hang out around the fire pit. Definately a great place to stay with your family! It was beautiful and fun. -1 Star for poor house keeping who literally only made our beds and left a trash bag when we requested service. Part of vacation + staying at a place like this is not having to worry about cleaning too much. We wanted surfaces cleaned + sanitized + new towels, only had our bed made ‍

I loved the entire look of this place. It was so cute and cozy. You really felt as though you were in the middle of no where. The cabin was beautiful and the ranch was beautiful. Unfortunately, I can only give this place one star. The two women working at the front were, quite frankly, incompetent. One of them (the younger one) couldn't find our reservation for the longest time (yes, it was there!) and she was so rude to us. She also kept getting our room number wrong, and jus seemed completely out of it. Our room did not have a DVD player, (yes, they have those and you can borrow DVDs from the office). However, our room was missing one, so we couldn't watch anything because the TV has no channels. Our fireplace would not work either. We attempted to call the office several times, but literally no service for our calls. We got kind of freaked out, because there was no way to call for help if we needed it. The office is close enough, but closes at 10:30. Thus, we were scared for a large portion of the evening. The worst part was the morning for check out. We were not feeling well, and attempted to contact the front desk so many times to request a late check-out, to no avail. When we went to the front, they told us that they would be charging $50 because we checked out late, and they "called us 3 times each." We explained that we tried calling them multiple times, but our Phones would not work in the room, and the rooms did not come equipped with phones. They were completely unreasonable and ridiculous. They did end up only charging $20, but it was not about the money.

Cleanliness 3/5 the sheets and blankets were stained. Dead mouse in the window. Under the beds had old socks water bottles trash and tons of dust. Toilet hadn't been thoroughly cleaned and just overall felt a little icky. It's the middle of nowhere so I accepted the fact that there were some bugs and spiders inside the cabin. Comfort 3/5 AC didn't work and that's unacceptable for the price and the fact that it's 90+ during the day. Tv situation is whack but we came to hike not to watch tv so I accept that too. Beds were pretty comfy Convenience 4/5 location isn't too far from a small city where you can get gas and a few options to eat. Close to trails and hub of Zion. Restaurant is just across the street but is outrageously expensive. You'd think since it's farm to table and they only use the ingredients in season that they could offer good pricing. I paid $15 for a literal piece of cauliflower with sauce on top View 5/5 beautiful quiet and peaceful Value 3/5 cool experience but not overly unique or luxurious

On our way back after visiting Zion National Park, i saw this ranch and restaurant standing on its own. Hungry and interested to try out some bison meat, we went there pass 7:30pm and was impressed with how busy this place was. Charming decor, unique selection (bison, farm to table), and reasonable prices, i fell in love with this place immediately. Bring your significant other, your family, your bros/sisters... They welcome everyone.

Great employees, beautiful animals, super sweet bison. The cabins are extremely cozy and the restaurant is super cute. That's all

My best friend and I stayed here for a girl's weekend and Zion National Park trip. I can't say enough about the beauty of the land and the quiet peacefulness of this area. The cabins are very well cared for and comfortable. The views are stunning. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely delicious. The baby bison are adorable and the ranch dogs are sweet as can be. We enjoyed the campfire and roasted marshmallows after an afternoon rain. I am definitely coming back to visit this treasure again. They make you feel very welcome. And, if you are visiting Zion, it is only 10 minutes from the park entrance.

My boyfriend and I took a road trip over Christmas with Zion Mountain Ranch being our last stop. Before this stop we stayed in 5 other hotels and had no issues. I was so excited to stay here. We chose this place to spend Christmas thinking it would be the perfect cozy cabin to spend our holidays in. Two weeks prior to our stay I even called to add an additional night and upgraded to a "nicer" cabin. Boy, I was so wrong to do that. We checked in at 9pm on Christmas Eve. Immediately upon walking in our cabin I was disappointed. Such a lack of decor, scratches on the wall, basic everything.. for the most expensive place in Zion you think they would add a little charm. However, that I could live with. What I could not live with was the night's sleep. Mattress must have been the most uncomfortable thing I have ever slept on. One of those hard, spring mattresses that make a noise every time you move. The fireplace was not working, so only were able to use the loud and overbearing AC/heater unit. The toilet was making a noise as well. I think when other cabins flush, it creates a chain reaction of just noise. Lastly, they had a duvet blanket at the end of the bed. I would be surprised if they washed it on a regular basis. There was no cover on that blanket. I didn't get any sleep that night and literally woke up Christmas morning in tears. I went to the lobby first thing in the morning. They didn't offer me another cabin, they didn't apologize. It was decided that I was to check out. They gave me a coupon for the lousy breakfast and that was it. I spent Christmas driving 8 hours back home. I was expecting them to give me reimbursement of some sort. Nope. In addition to my initial $500+ spent they charged me the $75 dog fee after I checked out . I was there for less than 12 hours. We didn't even use the shower during our stay. I am still in shock that $600 was spent for those awful 12 hours. I tried to reach out to them for even a partial amount to be returned. Nope. Tried emailing the CEO. No response. These people don't care about hospitality. They had a pretty ranch and put some pretty animals around and expected that to be good enough. They will take your money and run. They do not care about the customer's experience, all they care about is a quick dollar. I love to support small, local businesses but it was the worst experience I have had with a hotel. Never again I would suggest staying elsewhere. If you love animals, visit their farm but sleep somewhere else. I also forgot to mention, if you have dogs you're not allowed to walk them in certain areas because their dogs will attack your dogs. Talk about comforting. This place could be great but they left such a bitter taste in my mouth I would give them zero stars if I could. Give yourself a better night's sleep and money saved and stay somewhere else.

So there are many great reviews and a few bad ones. My wife and daughter stayed in mid February and the weather was perfect. Our room was a cabin as we expected, not a plush marriot room! If you don't know how to turn on the gas fireplace, then don't complain about it and stay in a hotel. The bison were not onsite due to fencing issues, it's been 6 months from what I can gather from other reviews, but it's a working ranch and they have many things to deal with and the grass may be better in the field the bison are in right now. They have a nice firepit that we along with another couple enjoyed, after eating the best bison filet I have ever had. The breakfast has real scratch made biscuits and real gravy like southerners eat. I would expect if you don't like Zion mountain ranch or if something goes wrong, they will not discount or refund your money. I will be back.

Before I leave my review I wish I could respond to other people's negative reviews personally. Unfortunately, I can't so here we go! 1) for those complaining about TV's & their DVD players- if you stay here to watch TV like a lazy slob this isn't the place for you! In ZMR's defense our TV was a flatscreen, worked & they offered 100's of DVD's but because our family was out exploring & the outdoors we didn't utilize that amenity. 2) you are disappointed w the "mask policy"?! STAY HOME & educate yourself on covid- thanks! 3) our linens were CLEAN, cabin CLEAN, housekeeping GREAT!, food= delicious, staff is kind 4) this ranch is NOT part of the park!! If you stay here w specific plans in mind that is YOUR responsibility to research traffic, location, construction & trails that are open/closed! We all have access to google! It's not difficult. The ranch isn't your personal tour guide although I'm sure you can arrange for one w a huge fee 5) you didn't see the buffalo?? Nobody promised you anything. They're free & wild animals w plenty of land to roam. Personally we saw them everyday we were here. ZMR has numerous dogs on property, bunnies, chickens, horses, gardens & games. 6) some reviews mentioned issues w WiFi- we didn't experience problems but I wouldn't be surprised if there were. We are in the middle of nowhere at a buffalo ranch! This is one of the most beautiful ranches I've ever stayed on! Whether you're here for a family getaway or a couples weekend you'll fall in love. Zion is approximately 5 miles away, the cabins are spread out enough so there's plenty of privacy, food is delicious, refrigerator in room, breathtaking views, bonfire at night, branding wood, s'mores, feeding the animals, holding chickens, horseback riding for the kids, something for everyone that loves the outdoors & animals. Tips- 1) if you're concerned w being too far from the lobby & animals request a cabin near the lobby. 2) if you drink alcohol- wine isn't easily accessible in the state of Utah- you have to purchase from a liquor store but you can also purchase by the bottle at ZMR. 3) if you plan on doing something that requires a shuttle book two days in advance through Www.nps.gov

Stayed at ZMR for my wedding in Cabin 130 for 3 nights. This place is EVERYTHING. The hospitality from the staff is unimaginable, and the cleanliness is beyond expectation. We ate at The Cordwood several times, including the night of the wedding. Perfectly charming restaurant, which was very accommodating to our party of 11. The Ranch has incredible views, wonderful people, and is a great place to relax and unwind. Already dreaming of my next stay..cannot recommend ZMR enough!!

We loved this place and wish we could have stayed longer. We were there in late June 2020 and we got a one bedroom cabin with a full bath and a little kitchenette space. It came with a DVD player that had a movie left in it which was perfect since we always fall asleep with the tv on so we were able to pop it on to sleep. The bed was very comfortable and my husband really took full advantage of reading on the porch with the beautiful view. When we walked to the main lodge area there were animals around and yard games. The shop had a bunch of super cute items. We ate breakfast at the restaurant and services was extremely slow, although it seemed they only had one person working the kitchen and a few groups getting food. That said the food was delish and we sat outside while we ate and it was so beautiful outside it made the wait more bearable.

My family and I were looking for a pet-friendly experience near Zion and came across The Zion Mountain Ranch ( It was the buffalos that attracted me at first, but sadly they were hiding ). Check-in was easy, we did get a little lost looking for our cabin, and the directions on the fireplace were a bit confusing, but they sent someone up to light it for us! The food was GREAT ( my 14-year grandniece didn't like the fancy food, only the pancakes breakfast) And oh my god those pancakes! TRY THEM! The animals on the ranch are friendly and adorable, the bonfire after dinner with Smores was wonderful, and looking up at the stars was awe-inspiring! ( I live in a big city and we never see stars). The cabins are delightful! I t was great to sleep in a king-size bed ( although a little firm for my taste, they had the most comfortable pillows and comforters!) The porch with the rocking chair was relaxing, and the snow on the ground everywhere was a nice surprise! Check out was easy and such a short drive into Zion National Park and not far of a drive to Bryce Canyon. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a rustic farm feeling- any time of the year! I'm going back in the spring!

My family loves this amazing ranch! We have visited this ranch multiple times when visiting from Texas over the years, and it never disappoints. Not only are the cabins amazing, but the onsite restaurant is great as well. I highly recommend breakfast at the restaurant. . ZMR is located close to Zion and Bryce Canyon...great central spot.

Cool place we just stopped in for lunch at Cordwood. Grounds have a nice feel and many outside games to play. Gift shop has videos to rent and snacks and gifts to buy. Check em out next time in the area.

I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews on here. My husband and I were happy to escape the city and experience this ranch. A few things I've noticed people complain about: 1)Attention parents: This place is not a petting zoo. If you allow your kids to run wild and run out of sight, don't be surprised if a chicken or nursing dog gets upset and reacts. I was shocked by the way some parents allowed their children to handle puppies that were 4 weeks old. These are ranch animals and they react as such. You're in their environment. Respect it. 2) If you're here looking for a large screen TV, I don't think ranch life is for you. My husband and I spent our days hiking. We were only in the cabin to sleep. 3) The WiFi worked great for us. Again, who needs WiFi for an entire vacation when you're right next to Zion National Park? We found this place charming and very relaxing. It's located close to Kanab where there are some great restaurants. Also, you're right next to Zion National Park.

Everyone so friendly at check in. Cabin 122 was great. Our 2 Goldendoodles were welcome to stay. The owners dogs were cute, but the skinnier one was a little cranky. Bed was comfortable and WiFi worked great.

We were very excited to stay here but unfortunately we had a disappointing experience. So there's WiFi, but it doesn't work on the cabins across the street. So make sure you are WiFi enabled if you need it. And there's no cellphone signal. And the tv didn't work, it was a tube TV with built in vhs lol- didn't know those things were still around. And it's OK if remote is what you are going for, but guests need to buy into it, not be forced into it. We had a bit of work to do so not having the WiFi was crippling. Also we needed the fridge, but it had a big ol hair in the middle of it. On the plus side they have horses, ducks, chickens so it's fun for kids. And there's a restaurant but not sure what that's like.

Beautiful views! Delicious bison rib eye at the restaurant. Clean and cute cabins. Great home base for exploring bryce canyon and zion. Loved the roosters!

Very nice place. Bathroom was clean and food was good. Pretty environment. The reason for the 4 star was because the Bison burger bottom bun was soggy and the pickled onions took over the taste in my mouth. Also two of our water glasses had lipstick on them. I would eat there again.

This place is beautiful! Cozy cabins with great views. My son loved feeding the ducks and the chickens. I loved spending time with the horses. The fire-pit at night was very pleasant and we made smores. Being woken up by roosters in the morning was special. Seeing bison hanging out on the other side of the fence was a unique experience. All the humans and the animal were very nice and friendly. The food at the restaurant was only ok, but we did not mind. Exactly what we were looking for: a lot of outdoor time with nature. Limited TV and cell was a plus. Highly recommend and we will be back. Thank you for the fabulous time.

More photos from the ranch in July 2020, we had a great time. The real outdoors, for a family vacation.

This place is MAGICAL. My fiancé and I stayed two nights too short. It's past Zion National Park and offers a nice quite, peaceful, and magical scenery. The property itself is so beautiful. There is wide grassland where Buffalo graze. There are also beautiful horses, goat, and chicken. It just seems so freeing. The cabin itself was so beautiful. It served more than our expectations. There's room for you to park right next to your cabin. We walked in and it was just breathtaking. It's a wooded cabin with beautiful simple decor that makes you feel like your on a ranch. There was a nice leather couch, fireplace, wood table, and simple wall decor. There was a nice small porch outside too that you could sit on and enjoy the morning sounds of the ranch or watch the beautiful night stars. It was a little chilly for us but we definitely enjoyed it. They also have a delicious restaurant right on site. It's a little pricey, but food is good. We had the zucchini salad (AMAZING), pasta dish, and prime rib. The second night we had the Bison burger which I would say sounded way better than it tasted. Was a bit disappointed by it. But you shouldn't let that deter you from going there. It's all still amazing. Staff are super friendly and welcoming as well. I would totally recommend ZMR to anyone. Words can't describe the magic you feel when you're there!!!

Ducks, dogs, chickens, horses, ponies and bison!! Yes, BISON! Our log cabin with mini fridge and microwave was really comfortable. We had breakfast at the Cordwood and it didn't disappoint. Friendly staff too. The location is great...just outside of Zion. Recommend packing groceries as it's about 5mi from the nearest grocery store. There is a small gift shop onsite.

Amazing location on the east side of the park, with everything you need to enjoy the outdoors. They have a fire pit with s'mores for star gazing. They have a farm to table restaurant, and comfy cabins. One desk staff person needs a few tips on making people's experience pleasant - she said no without suggesting alternatives. Basic service stuff. But I'd bring my family here for sure. It feels so remote but within 15 minutes to the park. And they will pack your lunch for your park visit. So pampering.

We recently stayed at the ZMR and here are the pros and cons: Pros: great location to explore Zion National Park beautiful meadows and views good restaurant associated with the accommodations friendly staff Cons: somewhat over-priced gas fireplace failed to function some of the repairs are substandard mice in our room We awoke on our second night to mice eating our snacks. We tried to scare them off but they just continued eating off and on most of the night. Needless to say we didn't sleep much that night.

The only thing this place has going for it is the beauty. The owners obviously do not have any pride in their cabins and instead send out their employees to fix everything that breaks. We were here for 2 days and so many things went wrong with our cabin. The man who fixed everything ( Jerry) was very polite and quick to respond so that was another up side I guess. We were told by a young man named Jacob that the horses they have on land are very abused. I inquired as to why the Buffalo escaped so often and the same young man told me that they are starving. I do not recommend staying here. If they abuse the animals, appear to treat staff horribly a pretty view is not worth it. We ate at the restaurant for breakfast and dinner both days. The food was excellent but it did appear that the same staff was there all day? Everything was dirty in the dining room. Tables, floors, chairs. Overall I was unimpressed.

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was really nice having our own little cabin, petting the baby buffalo Betty, the mini horses and walking around the ranch. It got quote loud at night when a pack of coyotes decided to have a party outside our cabin, so we didn't sleep that well. We did a horseback ride with their affiliated company Zion Mountain Trail Rides, which was amazing. The area around the ranch seems to be under construction still which took one star off this review. It really felt like you were walking around on a construction site and not a high end ranch. The price I probably a little steep for what you're getting at this point, but once they're done with their upgrades I'd feel better about paying $$$.