El Malpais National Monument

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Sandstone Bluffs
Sandstone Bluffs
The largest lava flow in CONUS and some great arches. Such a beautiful area.
This is a wonderful overlook at Sandstone Bluffs overlooking the lava flows at El Malpais about 12 miles south of Grants, NM.  It's an easy stop off of the Interstate but worth driving through the park.  The Ventana Arch is about 8 miles further down Highway 117.
This ice cave is the end of a collapsed lava tube 17.5 miles long, the longest known in North America. The coloration is due to algae that lived in the water that filled the cavern which is now frozen to a depth of more than 20 feet. The cave remains a constant 31 degrees F year-round.
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Grants

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Grants

2.5 out of 5
1608 E Santa Fe Avenue Grants NM
The price is S$116 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
S$116
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grants. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
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The breakfast was not fresh. There was no coffee. Air conditioning vents were completely dirty inside the room. Walls around the windows were cracked. Maintenance was much needed. Did not feel safe inside this motel.

Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham Grants

Days Inn by Wyndham Grants

2 out of 5
1504 E Santa Fe Ave Grants NM
The price is S$72 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
S$72
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grants. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (940 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. Area around property was all naked concrete with no safe place to exercise our dog.

Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Grants
Best Western Grants Inn

Best Western Grants Inn

2.5 out of 5
1551 E Santa Fe Ave Grants NM
The price is S$178 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
S$178
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grants. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (859 reviews)
Room was very clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026

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