Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

Name: Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
Address: Twin Knolls Road, Zion National Park, Orderville, Utah, 84755, Orderville, US

Location: Twin Knolls Road, Zion National Park, Orderville, Utah, 84755, Orderville, US

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Zion National Park while indulging in the perfect getaway at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.

Recreational Oasis
Take advantage of our fantastic outdoor amenities, including an inviting pool, relaxing hot tub, and a tennis court, ensuring fun for all ages.

Culinary Delights
Savor delicious meals at Ponderosa Eats, or grab a quick snack at our coffee shop. Our room service and made-to-order breakfast options ensure your dining experience is as relaxing as your stay.

Comfort and Convenience
With complimentary Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and parking, you’ll find everything you need right at your fingertips, along with well-appointed guestrooms designed for relaxation.

Immerse yourself in nature and comfort—book your stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort today!

Important Information

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
ATM/banking
Gift shops or newsstand
Fireplace in lobby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Rafting nearby
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Billiards or pool table
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli
Ecotours on site
Miniature golf on site
Mountain biking on site
Playground on site
Free self parking
Rock climbing on site
Ziplining on site
Banquet hall
Horse riding nearby
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Rooms Available

Suite Serenity

2 King Beds, 3 Twin Sofa Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Queen Sofa Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 19 (19 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Escape at Zion

1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 4 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 20 (20 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Angels Landing

4 King Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 3 Twin Trundle Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and queen sofa bed; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 20 (20 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
La Mesa

3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and double sofa bed
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Whispering Pines

4 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
Overlook

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 8 (8 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Mountain View

1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 8 (8 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Wagon

1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Room service
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Timber Ridge

3 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Glamping Tents

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Room service
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and double sofa bed
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Deluxe Cabin

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Room service
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
The Retreat

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 5 bathrooms, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 20 (20 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Esperanza

2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Cowboy Cabin with Shared Bathroom

2 Queen Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Room service
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Casa de Canyon

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and double sofa bed
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Ranch House

6 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and twin sofa bed; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 18 (18 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Zions Edge

2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 12 (12 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Tiny Home

2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Porch/lanai with mountain views

Layout - 2 bedrooms and living room
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, microwave, and cookware/dishware
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washer/dryer
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Blender
- Soap
- Freezer
- Porch or lanai
Juniper Mesa

3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer and double sofa bed
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 11 (11 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Grandma's Place

1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Layout - 4 bedrooms
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Cabin Suite (Queen)

1 Queen Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchenette
Sleep - Bed sheets
Practical - Washer/dryer and double sofa bed
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
Cabin Suite (Queen Bunk)

1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchenette
Sleep - Bed sheets
Practical - Washer/dryer
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

Guest Reviews

Arvi (9/5): -
Elizabeth (10/5): -
pewuka (1/5): - Lokalizacja Przyjechaliśmy późno w nocy ale okazało się ze check-in jest zamknięty. Z dwóch zarezerwowanych przyczep sypialnych Costanoga po przyjeździe okazało się że w jednej z nich juz kogoś zameldowano i jest zajęta. Przyczepa druga nie była w ogóle nagrzana a bylo około 2 stopni Celsjusza. Tel alarmowy nie odpowiada. Właściciel nie odpowiada. Nikt nam nie chciał pomóc
Phanindra (8/5): -
Katherine (7/5): -
Leif (4/5): The price is very good, but no one is cleaning the shared facilities. - Family friendly, lots of kids and young people. Pool complex with hot tub Showers were filthy. Not sure our bed was made. Breakfast started too late for most hikers. 45 minutes to entrance of park. Long walk from cabin to toilet/shower
Jennifer (8/5): Hermoso - Las instalaciones son espectaculares El lugar es espectacular solo que la recepción dices que no hablas español y no buscan como ayudarle a uno, además de la mala cara que hacen.
Hsiao-Wen (9/5): Satisfied - Comfortable Door lock broken
Donofrio (10/5): Excellent and comfortable stay in a different type of setting - Enjoyed the experience of staying in a wagon. Very comfortable room with ample space. Facilities like showers and bathrooms were nearby. Chose this location for its proximity to national parks.
Queli (8/5): -
Baily (9/5): - This resort felt like a campground although we were in a cabin. It was very laid back and had plenty of amenities to keep our family of four happy. We were there when the weather was different each day and we had plenty of room to dry things and still have space to do stuff. We were also able to adjust the temperature in our room which was great!
Enrique (10/5): - Everything was perfect. And super clean and affordable. I loved everything about it.
Jeana (10/5): Really nice for a night and perfect if you have several days to stay! - The property was beautiful and clean. We had a wonderful stay. Because we are not from the area, I didn’t realize there are different entrances to Zion, so I didn’t realize how far from the Zion Visitor Center entrance the ranch is located.
Jolien (9/5): - Great king bed! All was clearly explained, although we arrived late at night. They had it very well.prepared. N.a.
comelli (6/5): - the cabins were amazing. Super clean, pretty and spacious. The beds are to die for. The complex is really nice and there are plenty of thing to di one of the cabin’s lights didn’t work. We checked in pretty late at night and when we tried to reach the front desk, it was closed and nobody was there to help us. During the morning when I went to let them know, the lady simply just looked at me as if she was annoyed and said “that’s why we have these contact numbers”, pointing at some phone numbers located in one of the pages of the check-in form. When I said goodbye, she didn’t answer and didn’t even lift her face to greet. Also breakfast isn’t included and I feel like it was never properly stated anywhere.
Juan Antonio (5/5): - We stay whit my kids but both pools supper Cold 🥶 and Durty.
Radu (9/5): -
Scheepstra (9/5): - Location was very nice, beautiful views. Really loved that there was a door to the bedroom, can see how that would be helpful when traveling with family. Would be good to note that on the listing. Love all the amenities at this facility! We took a walk in the morning around the pond as well. Love how quiet and private it feels even with so many units onsite, truly feels secluded and cozy. We loved walking the grounds and just taking it all in and it isn't too far from Zion entrance. Thanks so much! Cabin location was challenging to find in the dark as the facility is not well lit, maybe some reflectors on the parking area to better see the numbers. The bed was very soft and not comfortable, may be just a personal preference but that's important to us. Would be nice to note that the hot tub and pool are not heated all year round, that was something we were hoping for.
XIAOPU (10/5): -
James (10/5): -
Bhargav- (9/5): -
Blanka (10/5): -
Mark Angelo (4/5): -
Leah (6/5): Units are well appointed, and would be perfect if properly cleaned and mailnained. - The property has a lot of potential to host in an accommodating and welcoming spirit. When making management aware of concerns they were apologetic. Upon arrival, the unit was frigid, bathroom window was open and was not swept clean. We figured out how to start the two baseboard heaters that struggled to warm up the space. We boosted the speed by running the hairdryer on high. No blankets on the bed in the unit, making the cold that much more pronounced- only a sheet and thin coverlet. Shower head had buildup, bathroom floor had droppings. Front porch trash of unit was overflowing with full bags of garbage piled up. Sadly, someone’s manicure must have been ruined because their white fake nail was on the threshold.
Matthew (8/5): -
Jo (8/5): I’d go back - Great spot, good ambience Draft Beer wasn’t cold, food could have been a little better but all in all for it’s remoteness, it was fine
Nagisa (9/5): -
Jason (10/5): - All the extra things to do.
Bernhard (10/5): A canyoneering weekend with a splash of luxury. The facilities and pool were amazing. So glad to be away from the madnes - The cabins were roomy and well stocked. Great value
Yibin (8/5): -
Judd (10/5): -
Raphaël (8/5): -
Lisa (8/5): - One of our favourite places we stayed on our roadtrip! Beautiful setting - tranquil, novel (stayed in a wagon), great facilities for the kids (some equipment a little tired, but not an issue for us), lovely pool/spa area with slides. Kids loved the kayaking & SUP on little lake. Loved that we could have a campfire and eat outside our wagon. Stars were AMAZING! If you want to do the shooting, be sure to book in advance, as limited availability & times. Horseriding was a great into for the kids - really enjoyable. Handy having restaurant onsite. Can buy ice, but no communal fridge available if glamping. Mini golf was fun for the kids. Nb: there’s an additional charge for some of the activities. Love our visit - would definitely stay again if we were in the area!
Wioleta (8/5): -
Stacy (10/5): - Clean room, nice bathroom, hot tub and pool
Gretchen Jennifer (10/5): - absolutely loved our stay.
Todd (10/5): - Beautiful clean room- delicious breakfast.
Emily (10/5): - Breakfast was not good. But everything else was great
Yani (10/5): - I really enjoyed the stay, that was exactly what I was looking for ❤️
William (10/5): - There is a lot to do at the ranch
Michael (10/5): - Great place for a family to enjoy the “western” experience ! Worth every penny.
Tamara (10/5): - The staff was super nice. Becky at the front desk was a joy…. And the maintenance guy (Shaun) helped us fix a flat tire. He even went out of the way to plug it for us and even brought us the pebble that caused the flat. It will be going in our scrapbook! Lots of things to do on site that we went from 2 nights to 3! Thank you.
Jonathan (10/5): - The resort has path to observation point and you can literally walk to Zion NP. Can’t wait to go back and just walk the whole Zion from this basecamp!!
Tracy (10/5): - Loved the cabins and activities.
Brenda (10/5): Exceptional experience - When booked I did not realize that I was booking cabins with a community bathroom/shower room. Due to people in the group with mobility issues this would not work. I explained this to the desk and the were very helpful in upgrading us to a tiny home which had 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Cannout say enough good about this place.
Eric (10/5): - Very
Dale (10/5): - The Ponderosa had a variety of activities and tours that would appeal to both adults and families. Was very happy with our stay there!
Christopher (7/5): -
Peter (8/5): - Entrance to Zion from this location is incredible!
Kaitlyn (10/5): - You were able to appreciate nature and have any convenient amenities
Brian (10/5): - Awesome views and a ton of activities to do. Food was pricey but good. We did the horseback trail ride and it was super cool. Whether you want to chill by the pool or do it all. This place has everything
Xavier (8/5): Lovely night in a pioneer's wagon - Sleeping in the wagon was a very good experience, it was clean and quiet. Dining options were OK and service was good. The pool was very good and beautiful. The staff was kind and helpful. All activities were still possible on checkout day. Very insisting on checking-out at 10 but not that strict on opening the pool on time. Mostly paying activities (minigolf, climbing wall for example). Why ask for wearing a resort armband when there's no one else around, I don't know.
Simchat (10/5): - Loved it
Lena (9/5): - Wundervoller Ort! Nette Menschen, gutes Essen, Freizeitaktivitäten, Pool, Natur
Fred (9/5): -
BaWiSa (10/5): - Great park to spend time with your family. Full of activities. Very polite staff. You can take a shuttle from the Ranch to the beginning of trial to the observation point and stargazing one .
Kim (6/5): -
JiHo (10/5): - Nice stay and nice surroundings. Beautiful night sky. Good price for the stay.
Barbara (8/5): -
Gwénolé (5/5): décevant - La taille et le confort du lit. La taille du logement et sa décoration. L'équipement du logement. Présence d'insectes et de souris (crottes dans un des lits à notre arrivée et à côté de nos affaires le lendemain matin, urines sur un sac à dos). Étant arrivés tard, nous n'avons pas demandé à changer de logement mais la nuit n'a pas été très reposante. Nous aurions apprécié que le personnel prenne plus en considération le problème lorsque nous les avons averti et que l'établissement nous propose spontanément une compensation. Le fait que ce ne soit pas réellement un ranch mais plutôt un gros complexe touristique.
Cory (10/5): 11 out of 10 stars! - Amazing place will definitely be back!
Beatrice (7/5): - Ci è piaciuto soggiornare in montagna per avere una full experience dello Zion Park e la vibe. Purtroppo siamo arrivati tardi e non ci siamo goduti la piscina ma sembrava molto bella, come il resto della struttura Il vagone era molto polveroso, dando fastidio ad alcuni di noi durante la notte, inoltre ha fatto particolarmente freddo all'interno, però vi erano a disposizione delle stufette.
Josefina (10/5): - I love it
MARGARITA (10/5): - Close to Zion Park Hot showers Great Restaurant on site Tours were excellent
Arman (6/5): - The bath/shower area wasn’t that clean. The beds were not comfortable.
Christine (9/5): Sehr schöner idyllischer Ort - Sehr schön gelegener Campingplatz, weitläufig, trotzdem ist alles gut zu erreichen. Cowboy Cabin, Pool und Sanitäranlagen waren sehr sauber und gepflegt. Im Poolbereich konnten wir viele Kolibris beobachten. Für eine. Nacht auf der Durchreise super. Es gibt öffentliche Grills Es gibt keinen Shop, als Selbstversorger unbedingt vorher mit Lebensmitteln eindecken.
Rosa (10/5): It was awesome - Beautiful place More food available
Paul (6/5): - The property/cabins are great. The staff was mostly really, really disinterested in the guests. They rarely even greeted us without us saying “Hi” first. The standout exception was the young brazilian lady at the ice cream shop whi was really friendly and helpful to all. Front desk, restaurant, pool, and outdoor shop couldn’t be bothered to even look up when people walked in. It’s sad, because it’s a great place, and it was if noone had ever trained them on customer service basics.
Victoria (10/5): - Absolutely loved the property
William (4/5): Needs good housekeeping - Well upon a fabulous check in we were met with a room that was so dirty it turned ur socks black within minutes..the bathroom had long black hairs all over the shower and floor..I had to hose down the shower and give it a scrub before showering myself with flip flops on.it was gross..
Arnoud (6/5): Nice stay for visiting Zion NP - Lots of activities on the ranch (horseback riding, swimming, supboarding etc.) and lay-out was great. However, some facilities were in need of some remodelling and the cleaning of bath-/restroom need more attention. Nonetheless, we really enjoyed our stay here and it is a great option for when you are planning to visit Zion NP.
Julieanne (8/5): - Overall we had a great time! The Glamping tent was a little ran down. But the front check in told us as we checked in not an email prior to our arrival that open was was not allowed during this time per fire Marshall I asked how long had this been in effect she stated 2 wks. So we had purchased all this food, fire wood and etc just to be told as we checked in we couldn’t use our fire pit or bbq grill and it was propane only. Luckily I had brought a griddle for breakfast that we had to use to cook all our food. But no power source close to the outside of our tent. The power source was in the middle of our tent and the neighbors so while cooking we were half on their property. Tents are way too close I could hear our neighbors conversation while in our tent. No parking next to our tent but within close distance. It was very hot in the tent during the day but really cold at night. Front check in staff also didn’t give us much information as to when I heard someone else getting checked in they told them the schedule of what was going to be going on such as roasting marshmallows etc. minus the few cons we had our family had a great time and we really enjoyed ourselves and the amenities here. We will definitely be staying here again in the future. Thank ponderosa ranch! All other staff was amazing and very helpful. Stargazing that they offer was well worth it and really amazing!
Daniel (8/5): - Beautiful cabin. Other than one of the showers not working well, very nice facility. Enjoyed the many options for recreation.
Matthew (10/5): - Very reasonably priced, the brisket burger was delicious, beds were comfortable. My daughter loved it. I highly recommend it.
Steven (8/5): - Overall all it was amazing. There was a slight smell, though, as the glamping tents we stayed in were near the water treatment for the grounds.
Joan (10/5): - Very nice resort. Family friendly with so much to do, 2 swimming pools, miniature golf, kayaking in a large pond, rock wall, playground, gift shop, and several other activities. They also have East Zion Adventures on site. They have casual dining options and the food was very good. They offer numerous options for lodging at very reasonable price points. The sunset colors were stunning. Definitely would stay here again.
Jeremy (8/5): Very good -
PATRYK (10/5): - Nice place to stay for a couple nights, food is a little expensive for what you get.
edwin (10/5): Amazing! Worth a longer stay - We regret not staying more than 1 night! We saw once we got there SO many activities on the property we just didnt get a chance to enjoy due to arriving late and leaving early but I could have stayed a week to reall enjoy all they had to offer. We had a cowboy suite which was amazing and there were no issues with any of the property or stay at all!
thomas (10/5): - Wonderful!!
Slawomir (10/5): - Location cabin were excellent
Angelica (10/5): - So unique and lovely! They just need to update the lighting fixtures.
Elizabeth (9/5): Fun place for a reunion - The amenities and location Would have been nice to have closer restrooms for wagons
Y7482RJemilyb (8/5): Cute cabins with plenty to do near Zion - Great little ranch resort! We stayed with our three young children in a cabin suite with bathroom and kitchenette. The pool and most other things were walkable, the grounds were well kept. I think you need to set your expectations if you’re coming here - you’re in remote Utah, staying in a cabin… this isn’t a 5-star resort. It’s super family friendly, there’s a lot of “included” activities - pickle ball, basketball, playground, tennis, trails to hike, pool/hot tub for swimming, evening s’mores. Staff were all very friendly with our kids and helpful if we had questions. We brought in most of our food, and only ate at the food truck - it was delicious, and pricing was pretty much what you’d expect for a vacation spot - about $70 for 4 entrees. The cabin was cute, had a great little bathroom, picnic table out front for family meals, and the beds were very comfortable. We were expecting a pull out couch in the living room area and were pleasantly surprised by a king bed. Overall, we loved it and would come back if given the chance!
Djordje (9/5): Superb -
Vanessa (10/5): - Great Family place with a lot of fun things to do with our kids.
374cashc (10/5): Great home base for our Zion adventures - Our group of 16 stayed in one of the vacation homes in the “Ridge” area. For a group of college kids and professors, the room to spread out and play basketball or ping pong, wash our laundry, and cook real food in between freeze dried meals on the trail was a game changer. The resort is nice with a coffee shop, pond for paddle boarding/kayaking, pool, pickleball courts, etc. East Zion Adventures did a great job on our canyoneering tour and shuttling us to the trailhead for the Narrows, and it was super convenient because they office out of the resort! Overall an excellent experience that made our trip easier.
Escape03110578422 (6/5): Website makes it look cooler than it is, but it is not awful. - This place is fine…but it is pricey for an RV campground. It bills itself as a resort, but you have to pay extra for a lot of things…including mini golf. The pool is small but nice. It has big rocks that kids and adults jump off of into 6’ deep water because there is no actual life guard on duty. Just a young person with a whistle, luckily my 10 year old had more sense than an adult woman…he waited at the top of the slide for her to jump off the rocks, recognizing that she would collide with him at the end of the slide…so we left early bc the pool felt really unsafe. Everything was expensive! Milkshakes are $15 per shake. Dinner for a family of 4 (basic food) was $90)…the RV full hook up sites are on FULL gravel and in full sun. Not great. Felt like i don’t know what…not camping. Teenagers running rampant without supervision and trashing the bathrooms with a backed up toilet. The water at the RV sites was not drinkable. It was BITTER. This was NOT our rig, all of our water is triple filtered…and we have never had this problem anywhere else. This was our 5th campsite this trip. I brought this up to the camp store, the worker had was unaware, but very nice (not her fault). The staff are all very nice, but really young and many do not have any answers that you need, or know how to do basic things when you have questions, which is NOT their fault. It just seems they lack guidance from the people (adults??) in charge. There is a non complimentary shuttle into Zion (possibly $7/rider, but this was unable to be confirmed) but there is ONLY 1 shuttle and if it is reserved by a large group it will not be available to any campers. Also the park advertises it is 15 min from Zion National Park, BUT if you want to get to the visitor’s center so you can take the PARK’s shuttle you need to allow an hour. The people at the adventure center ARE very knowledgeable and super cool. Overall. The website makes this place look a lot better than it is.
Katherine (5/5): Probably stay here again but the food was a let down. - We stayed at Zion Ponderosa for one night during our Utah road trip and had a generally positive experience, though there were some disappointing aspects. The facility itself was lovely, with beautiful surroundings and friendly, welcoming front desk staff. One of them even mentioned they'd done a missionary trip near where we’re from in the UK, which was a really nice connection. They gave us a helpful map and explained the site clearly when we arrived. We stayed in a glamping tent, which was spacious and comfortable. The fan was a nice touch in the summer heat, and although the door didn’t quite latch shut, it didn’t cause any issues. The bathrooms and showers nearby were clean and well-kept. I went for a walk to the toilet block at 3 a.m. and got to see an incredible night sky filled with stars and the Milky Way — one of my favourite moments from our trip. The pool area was great too, with a refreshing outdoor pool and hot tubs with strong jets. The whole site felt peaceful and relaxing, a really nice spot to unwind. The downside was the food situation. We were excited to see there was an on-site “restaurant” — but it turned out to be more of a cafeteria-style setup called Ponderosa Eats. You queue up to order at a counter with a hard-to-read menu above it, and the line was long. After a long drive, we just wanted to sit down and order food like in a proper restaurant. It would be much nicer if there were menus at the tables and maybe even waitstaff. The tip screen came up before we’d even received the food, with 18% as the starting suggestion. We’re British, so tipping works differently for us, but we still tried to go along with local customs. Unfortunately, the food wasn’t worth it. The soda fountain Pepsi was so watered down it wasn’t even brown — genuinely baffling. The pizza was undercooked, greasy, and fell apart when we tried to eat it. It was honestly the worst pizza we’ve ever had. Plus, we had to clear our own trays at the end. The staff working in the dining area seemed quite young and a bit overwhelmed, which may explain the chaotic feel. It wasn’t a disaster, just disappointing — especially since everything else about the stay had been so pleasant. One important thing to note is the time zone confusion. The site operates on Mountain Daylight Time, but it’s close to the Arizona border, and the signage at reception wasn’t very clear. The handout said “we are in Mountain Daylight Time (Arizona is an hour earlier),” but since we came from the north — also in MDT — we didn’t think it applied. Turns out, this area is in a kind of pocket or strip that observes a different schedule. We almost missed our next morning’s guided activity because our phones jumped an hour ahead without warning. It’s something travellers should be warned about more clearly.
katherinelH7501YB (6/5): Let down by the "Restaurant" - We stayed one night in a glamping tent at Zion Ponderosa and overall had a good experience, but the on-site restaurant was a real letdown. The property itself is lovely and well-located, just a short drive from Zion National Park. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful, and one even mentioned they had been on a missionary trip to Louth, near where we’re from in the UK. That was a lovely, unexpected connection and made us feel really welcome. Our glamping tent was comfortable, although the door didn’t quite latch shut. The fan was great in the heat, and the shared toilets and showers were clean and well-kept. We really enjoyed the outdoor pool at sunset, cool and refreshing, and the hot tubs were heated with strong jets. Around 3 a.m. I walked to the restrooms and was treated to an incredible view of the Milky Way and a sky full of stars, which was a beautiful and memorable part of the stay. The biggest issue we had was with the place labeled as the restaurant, Ponderosa Eats. It isn’t really a restaurant, more like a basic cafeteria. After a long drive, we were really looking forward to sitting down, reading a menu, and having a proper meal. Instead, you wait in a long line, try to read the hard-to-see menu posted above the counter, order and pay (with a tip prompt appearing before you even get your food), and then collect your food on a tray and clear up after yourself at the end. It felt more like a school canteen with tourist pricing than a proper dining experience. The food didn’t justify the cost or the tip. The pizza was greasy, soggy, and hard to even pick up. The drinks from the soda fountain were so watered down that the Pepsi wasn’t even brown. Staff seemed quite young and were doing their best, but the whole thing felt rushed and disorganised. Even a few simple changes would help, like placing menus on tables or having a waiter system. Calling it a restaurant just sets the wrong expectations. We just wanted to sit and relax after a long drive, and it felt like a chore instead. One other thing to be aware of is the time zone. The site is in Utah, but close to the Arizona border, and operates on Mountain Daylight Time. This caused unexpected confusion. The leaflet at check-in says “we are in Mountain Daylight Time, Arizona is an hour earlier,” but this isn’t very clear. Since we came from the north, also on Mountain Time, we assumed there would be no time difference. But it turns out only some parts observe daylight saving, and this small pocket of Utah near Orderville follows different timing. We didn’t cross into Arizona, but somehow we crossed into a different time zone without realising. Luckily, we woke up early for our next tour, because my phone suddenly showed we had 40 minutes to get to a location 30 minutes away. It was stressful and confusing, and better communication would really help, especially for international visitors. Overall, the site itself is lovely, the views are spectacular, and the staff are warm and welcoming. I’d stay here again for the scenery and peaceful setting, but I’d definitely bring my own food or eat elsewhere. Honestly, it’s just baffling that they managed to get Pepsi wrong.
S1759OCjulieb (10/5): Lovely - I would like to give a shout out to Katherine , Kayla and Alina they all went above and beyond to make our experience extra extraordinary. We were here for five days for a family reunion and got to know a lot of the staff, they were definitely the ones that made our experience memorable. Thank you, Katherine You’re the best.!
Danielle (10/5): - Loved the amenities for kids, beinf innnature, and unique room options
Renan (10/5): - This is place is perfect!
Bruno (4/5): - No soap in the bathroom. Old bathroom, very low standard. Restaurant food is poor quality also
Bobby (10/5): - It was a great experience I will go back and stay there.
DarylPawlush (10/5): Great Resort - The place is very clean. The cabins are well upkept. Pool is great. Restaurant food was good. Central location to Bryce Canyon, Zion, Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell.
Peggy (10/5): - We had a wonderful stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resorts, where we booked a tiny home. It looked just like the pictures, and we were very pleased with it. While the tiny home didn’t have a washer/dryer as advertised in the listing, there’s a convenient Laundromat located near the pool area. The on-site restaurant served delicious meals at reasonable prices, which we really appreciated. The staff was pleasant to talk to, easygoing, and very responsive, making our experience even better. There’s a variety of activities available to book, and some are included, adding to the overall fun. Our kids particularly loved the complimentary kayaking and having access to the pool. The location is fantastic, as Zion National Park is just around the corner, and Bryce Canyon is only about 90 minutes away. Overall, it was a memorable trip!
Trina (10/5): - The staff was extremely nice and willing to help every time I have questions. Accommodations are wonderful location is great. Will recommend to friends and family.
Suzanne (10/5): - Location.
Francisco (10/5): Had a blast with my family - Really clean place, good food and amenities.