FAQ

Average temperatures range from 44 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter and spring months, providing a cooler but comfortable climate. In the fall and summer, temperatures range from 52 to 83 degrees, with July and August offering particularly pleasant weather compared to other southern Utah National Parks. These summer months are ideal for guests seeking warm weather without the typical crowds, making Red Sands Hotel & Spa an excellent choice for a peaceful and enjoyable stay during this period.

Red Sands Hotel & Spa welcomes guests who travel with dogs and is conveniently located near several hiking trails where dogs are allowed on leash. To ensure you select an appropriate trail, we recommend checking with the nearby ranger station for the most current information on which trails permit dogs. Additionally, if you need daytime care for your pet, there is a reputable dog boarding facility called Color Country nearby that offers reliable boarding services. This makes Red Sands Hotel & Spa an ideal choice for guests seeking comfortable accommodations and easy access to pet-friendly outdoor experiences. https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/pets.htm

Red Sands Hotel & Spa offers dog friendly rooms that can be conveniently booked directly on our website. We welcome up to two dogs per room, allowing guests to enjoy a comfortable stay with their pets. There is a dog fee of $50 per dog per stay, plus applicable taxes, which helps us maintain a clean and safe environment for all guests. To ensure availability and an optimal experience for you and your pets, we recommend booking your dog friendly room in advance.

Guests of Red Sands Hotel & Spa planning to visit nearby Capitol Reef National Park can take advantage of the Capitol Reef Visitor Center, which is open daily year-round except for major winter holidays. Always check the website for the most up to date schedules https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/hours.htm

Entrance passes to the scenic drive behind the visitor center cost $20 for vehicle. The Scenic drive is the only road with a fee. You can access most of Capitol Reef National Park without paying a fee. https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/fees.htm

Red Sands Hotel & Spa is ideally located for guests who want to experience breathtaking sunsets in the Torrey and Capitol Reef National Park area. While the sunsets are spectacular throughout the region, we highly recommend visiting Sunset Point for a truly memorable view. This vantage spot offers panoramic, unobstructed views of the colorful desert landscape illuminated by the setting sun, making it a perfect destination for photographers and nature lovers alike. Our front desk team is happy to provide directions and tips to ensure you have the best sunset experience during your stay.

The best place to stargaze at Red Sands Hotel & Spa is our exclusive star deck, located at the back of the hotel near the fire pit. Guests can enjoy unobstructed views of the night sky in a comfortable and inviting setting. We provide binoculars and star gazing charts available for borrowing at the front desk to enhance your experience. For added comfort during cooler evenings, blankets are provided for relaxing while you take in the stars. This setup ensures a memorable and cozy stargazing experience tailored specifically for our guests.

Burro wash, Cottonwood wash, Sheets Gulch, Lower muley twist canyon. Check with a local tour operator in Torrey if you would like to schedule a guided hike or canyoneering trip.

Its elevations ranges between 6,000 and 9,000 feet.

Torrey sits at 6,837 feet.

The Rock Garden Eatery and Bar is located inside the Red Sands Hotel & Spa.

The Rock Garden Eatery and Bar is located inside the Red Sands Hotel & Spa. There are other great options nearby as well.

Yes there is one located in Bicknell 11 East Main, Bicknell, UT 84715. They play 1 movie each weekend. Check their website for current selections.

Yes, there are many great trails in and around Torrey for ATV and offroad vehicals. Capitolreef.org is a great resource to find maps and information.

The Chuckwagon is located in Torrey Utah and supplies a good variety of grocery items. Royals Food Town and the Dollar Store is located in Loa about 20 minutes from Torrey.

Red Sands Hotel & Spa offers convenient onsite laundry facilities to all guests. The hotel features coin-operated washers and dryers located within the premises, allowing you to easily manage your laundry needs without leaving the property. This service is designed to provide a hassle-free and time-efficient option for travelers seeking clean clothes during their stay.

The closest airport to Red Sands Hotel & Spa is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Utah, which offers the most convenient access for guests traveling to the hotel. It is approximately a direct and efficient route to the hotel location, making it the preferred choice for most visitors. Additionally, Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, is also a viable option for travelers seeking alternative flights or coming from different regions. While slightly farther, Las Vegas airport provides a wider range of flight options and connections, and guests can easily reach Red Sands Hotel & Spa by rental car or shuttle services from either airport. We recommend choosing the airport that best fits your travel itinerary and schedule for optimal convenience.

Check-in is at 3pm and check-out is at 11am.

Cancel more than 48 hours before check-in for no charge. Cancellations inside 48 hours are charged for the first night plus tax.

Yes. The hotel, spa, and Rock Garden Eatery and Bar are open year-round — we don't close seasonally like some neighboring properties.

About 4 miles from the park entrance.

The indoor pool is open daily from 9am to 10pm.

Spa hours shift by season. We recommend booking your treatment in advance, especially during peak season.

Yes — Red Sands is the only full-service spa within 300 miles, with two treatment rooms, two steam rooms, three private soaking rooms, an 1,800-square-foot yoga room, a meditation room, salt float tank, and ice baths. Check our website for sound bath classes, yoga classes and special events

Yes, hotel guests get free access to yoga classes and sound bath classes

Yes, parking is free for all guests.

Not currently — we don't have EV charging on site.

Breakfast is not included with a standard stay at Red Sands Hotel & Spa; however, guests have the convenience of enjoying a variety of breakfast options at the onsite restaurant. The menu features a selection of dishes such as omelets, French toast, traditional egg breakfasts, pancakes, as well as vegan options to accommodate diverse dietary preferences. This allows guests to start their day with a fresh and satisfying meal without leaving the hotel. In July and August, we run a breakfast-included promotion — check current rates when booking to see if it applies to your stay.

Yes — you don't need to be a hotel guest to dine or grab a drink at Rock Garden. We have a full bar, dinner menu and seasonal desserts

Yes. Red Sands Hotel & Spa in Torrey, Utah offers sound bath and yoga classes in our yoga studio, free for hotel guests and open to non-guests with a class pass. Shaman Candace Kunze also leads guided meditation, breathwork, cacao ceremonies and private shamanic healing sessions. Book through the class schedule on our Yoga, Sound Bath & Meditation page.

Yes. Red Sands Hotel & Spa hosts small-group wellness retreats with visiting teachers that combine lodging, meals, spa treatments, yoga, meditation and sound healing, about 4 miles from Capitol Reef National Park. We also host weekly sound bath, guided meditation, and gentle movement classes with Shaman Candace Kunze in our yoga studio. Class schedules shift seasonally, so see our Classes page for the current schedule and to reserve your spot.

Yes. Rock Garden Eatery & Bar at Red Sands Hotel & Spa in Torrey, Utah serves a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 26, 2026 from 3 to 9 PM: roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, a dinner roll and pumpkin pie. It is open to hotel guests and the public. No reservations are needed; seating is first come, first served.