Snowbowl, Arizona, is one of the most well-known winter areas in the state, but there also are a variety summer activities as well, so don't let the name fool you. Golfers can find a selection of beautiful, nature-inspired, award-winning golf courses near Snowbowl. It has a base elevation of around 9,500 feet, and is about 14 miles north of Flagstaff. There are a handful of beautiful and accommodating hotels nearby Snowbowl that are close to public and private golf courses such as Aspen Valley, Forest Highlands Golf Club and the Pine Canyon Golf Club.
Ski Lift Lodge and Cabins
This lodge offers 25 rooms and caters to guests who want to visit Snowbowl in any season. Amenities include front porches, gas fireplaces, soft linens, soap, shampoo, TV, alarms and rooms always are stocked with fresh towels. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast to dinner with daily specials and homemade desserts. This lodge is within driving distance of the Grand Canyon, Coconino National Forest and Route 66. There also is a high-altitude disc golf course, which was one of the host courses for the 2005 World Amateur Disc Golf Championships.
Ski Lift Lodge and Cabins
6355 N Highway 180
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 779-1951
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Quality Inn I-40 & I-17
The hotel is nestled into a hill surrounded by conifers and oak trees within walking distance to a couple of restaurants and bars, which is perfect for the cool summer weather in Flagstaff. This hotel will help you plan some golf excursions, as well as shopping, sightseeing or hiking. The hotel has multiple floors and features a Southwestern decor. Amenities include free wireless Internet, TV with HBO, full breakfast, iron and ironing board, Serta bed, coffee maker and pet accommodations. Rates range from $69 to $75 per night in 2009. This hotel is ideal for individual golfers, small groups and families.
Quality Inn
2000 S. Milton Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-8771
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Starlight Pines Bed and Breakfast
This bed and breakfast hotel is located in the Flagstaff mountain forest, with charming touches such as fresh-cut flowers in every room, antique-filled rooms, Tiffany lamps, crackling welcome fires and claw foot bathtubs to soothe your tired golfing muscles. Located in a grand Victorian home, it is 2 miles from historic downtown Flagstaff and close to several golf courses. The rate includes beverages and a full breakfast and is owned by a couple and their tiny toy dogs. It was rated Top 10 by "Phoenix Magazine" in 2007 of Arizona Bed and Breakfast locations. It is ideal for couples looking for a romantic trip, families and small groups.
Starlight Pines Bed and Breakfast
3380 East Lockett Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-1912
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