Our room was nice and expensive, as I thought it would be nice to stay near the rim of the canyon. I was not happy with meal options as I had an injury and couldn't sit. The lodge dining room would NOT allow take-out, for any reason citing that if they allowed it for us, they would have to do it for everyone! The only other choice is a small pizza place, but once was more than enough! I had to ask someone to drive to Ruby's, just outside the park. So, eating meals was a huge iissue for me. The plus is that the lodge is within a short walk to the rim of the canyon. My recommendation is to stay at Ruby's, just outside the park. They also have a swimming pool, whereas the lodge does not. For the price, Ruby's would have been a much better choice.