2 Best Hotels in Dinosaurland and Eastern Utah, Utah

Located blocks from all downtown attractions, this independent hotel is the best known lodging in Vernal and is perfect for families, with a pool to cool the kids down on hot days. The comfortable rooms are filled earth tones and shades of green and while most have two beds, family rooms can accommodate more sleepers. All rooms are also chock full of little extras, including a microwave, refrigerator, and Keurig coffeemaker, and a tiny dinosaur in the bathroom for little ones. A hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate.

With more amenities than most of the area's hotels but still reasonably priced, the Greenwell is a great choice for most travelers, especially families. The rooms are spacious, with hardwood floors, a mini-refrigerator, and coffeemaker (with microwaves provided on request). The large luxury suites have whirlpool tubs, big-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and remote-control fireplaces. While no meals are provided, each stay comes with a 15% discount to the adjoining restaurant.