Kohl's Ranch Lodge

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool

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202 S Kohls Ranch Lodge Rd, Payson, AZ, 85541
  • Woods Canyon Lake
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Mazatzal Casino
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Horseshoe Lake
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(87 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Efficiency)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Kohl's Ranch Lodge

Lodge in Payson with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
This smoke-free lodge features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a fitness centre. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, Access to hot tub and laundry facilities are on-site. Housekeeping is not available.
Kohl's Ranch Lodge offers 66 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite televisions are provided.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kohl's Ranch Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Tonto National Forest. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a gift shop, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, mini golf and basketball
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • 0.1 miles (0.1 km) from Tonto National Forest and 13.6 miles (21.8 km) from Mongollon Rim Visitor Center
Kohl's Ranch Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Kohl's Ranch Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Payson lodge is smoke free.

Zane Grey Steakhouse – This steakhouse serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Zane Grey Steakhouse

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 23 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Please note: due to this property's remote location cell phone service and WiFi connections may be intermittently limited.
Restaurant hours are 11 AM-8 PM Friday-Sunday and 4-8 PM Wednesday-Thursday.
This property's restaurant is open from 11AM-8PM on Wednesday and Thursday, and 8AM-10:30AM, 11AM-8PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 21.32 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Kohl's Ranch Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 954 out of 1239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1239 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Travelled with family
The first night there was great. We spotted an elk drinking at the creek and it was very relaxing. We had a great dinner at the restaurant. The next day turned into a nightmare. A group of people put chairs in the creek right behind our cabin and were partying in the creek. They had large breed dogs. The kind a hotel usually wouldn’t allow. The cake topper was one of the partiers swimming suits bordered on obscene. It might have been legal but in the past 20 hotel nights I’ve stayed at, most of which were on water, including various beaches, I have not seen that sort of display. I’m no prude but little kids were fishing in the creek and it felt like a burlesque show. There’s places for that sort of thing like an adult pool in Vegas, but I surely didn’t expect that sort of vibe from a close to $400 a night cabin at Kohl’s Ranch. Since the atmosphere turned so sour that second day I asked the front desk for a refund for that second night as I intended on leaving and finding a more family friendly hotel as I was traveling with my wife and daughter. Instead of showing any empathy whatsoever I was given a stern talking to from the lady at the front desk about how the creek is public property and “the owners” can do what they want. Not once did the front desk lady apologize or empathize or see things from my perspective. We promptly packed the car and left. It was the worse experience we’ve had in 25 years.
The first day of our stay was great, we were treated to this Elk who came to drink from the creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angie

Travelled with family
Property was pristine! So much to do. Enjoyed fishing, corn hole, miniature golf, hiking, table games (Loteria-Mexican bingo). So much more to do and play. Picnic tables and grills by the creek to enjoy lunch under massive shade trees. Restaurant had fantastic food choices. Very friendly neighbors and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Wilsonville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a gem only a little over an hour from our home in Phoenix. It was our first time here although I have wanted to stay here since I was a kid. The room was lovely, the grounds clean and fresh, and the amenities excellent. Great pool, and every room has a balcony for sitting in the great outdoors. Also, if you go, have the Blueberry Cobbler at the restaurant. You will thank yourself.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The check-in and check-out times are highly inconvenient, with check-in at 4:00 PM and check-out at 10:00 AM. The restaurant’s food quality is poor, tasting like it was prepared yesterday.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet, Phoenix

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing! Special shout out to the front desk gals! Kind and ready to help. The views and creek were picturesque.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So many better places to stay, avoid this one

They do not make clear, either themselves or the Hotels.com listing, that there are $42/nigh resort fees, so when you check in you are blindsided by a rate that is exorbitantly higher than what you thought you were paying. Also, the AC unit did not work in my room. They switched me to another room, also without AC. Front desk staff is rude and unhelpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

April

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is clean but the room I was in had an awful smell and even air freshener didn't keep the smell away 😕
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice and relaxing! I loved the patio snd the view from the patio. We liked the restaurant and the waitress was very nice. We didn’t get to use most of the amenities as we weren’t there long enough. I hope to go back soon!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff is outstanding (met at least 3 different persons.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was very comfortable. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love coming up here to get away from everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved my stay here! The property was clean, welcoming, and well-maintained. My room was comfortable and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere made me feel right at home. Breakfast was a great bonus—fresh, convenient, and a perfect way to start the day. This location truly exceeded my expectations, and I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

christina

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and complex. Close to great hiking trails.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is a great place to stay to get away and relax. It is amazing that there is a creek that you can walk to right on the property. I would really recommend this property to anyone who wants to get away and recharge. I also liked that they had the kitchenette so you can use the refrigerator for your leftover food and water. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Clifton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Check out At 10:00 is ridiculous
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025