The Decision Card

Moab, UT, Decided.

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First-Timer Two-Parks Family

Stay: Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton ($$-$$$)

Eat: Moab Brewery — book WALK-IN — no reservations; expect a wait at peak dinner in spring/fall (go early or late). Confirm current hours on the brewery site.

Adventure Basecamp (Bike & 4x4)

Stay: Field Station Moab (now Slackline Moab, Outset Collection by Hilton) ($$)

Eat: Doughbird — book WALK-IN (with possible peak waits) — go early or expect a short wait. Confirm current hours on its site.

Red-Rock Hiking Couple

Stay: Red Cliffs Lodge ($$-$$$)

Eat: Desert Bistro — book WEEKS in the spring/fall peak and on weekends — reserve ahead for this one; it's the town's marquee dinner and seats are limited. Confirm current season/hours/reservation policy on the restaurant site.

Scenic-Drives & Easy-Walks Multigen Group

Stay: Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa ($$$-$$$$)

Eat: Il Posto Rosso — book DAYS in peak season / weekends for dinner — reserve ahead. Confirm current hours/reservation policy on the restaurant site.

When to go: May, September, October, April.

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