About
Located within the world's largest Ponderosa Pine forest, 30 miles from Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. The hotel offers recreational facilities, including an outdoor pool. The spacious studios at Kohl's Ranch Lodge are decorated in rustic cabin style. Amenities include a private bathroom, cable TV and a seating area. Additional facilities include a sports court and a 9-hole putting course. After an activity-filled day, guests can relax next to the Ranch Lodge's fireplace.
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Exceptional
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Room Options
Studio
302 sqft • 1 King
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2-Bedroom Deluxe Cabin
1206 sqft • 1 King • 2 Queen • 1 Sofabed
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One-Bedroom Suite
657 sqft • 1 Queen and 1 Sofabed
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Two-Bedroom Suite
700 sqft • 1 King • 1 Double • 1 Sofabed
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One-Bedroom Suite
657 sqft • 1 Queen
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Two-Bedroom Suite
700 sqft • 1 Queen and 1 Double and 1 Sofabed
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Exceptional
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Pros +
- Creek and animals - location was optimal.
- Location and nice outdoor areas. Staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Cons -
- Check-out is a little too early.
- We had planned to have dinner at their restaurant when we arrived on Tuesday, only to find the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. They told us the restaurant would be open the next morning, but turned out that wasn't until 11am.
- There is not many places to eat unless you drive into Payson.
Top Quotes:
"It has an awesome rustic appearance and feel, yet very well-kept - and the feel of an upscale hotel. "
"Beautiful setting, very friendly staff, excellent value, great variety of activities, great for families."
"Kohl's Ranch far exceeded our expectations. "
Business Traveler (21)
Solo Traveler (49)
Traveling as Couple (369)
Family with Young Children (175)
Family with Teens (1)
Senior Traveler (2)
Group Traveler (34)
Total (708)
Daneen R
•Posted on: 10-20-2025
Creek and animals - location was optimal.
Check-out is a little too early.
Thomas
•Posted on: 9-1-2025
Location and nice outdoor areas. Staff were very pleasant and helpful.
We had planned to have dinner at their restaurant when we arrived on Tuesday, only to find the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. They told us the restaurant would be open the next morning, but turned out that wasn't until 11am.
Tatiana
•Posted on: 4-2-2025
There is not many places to eat unless you drive into Payson.
Brian
•Posted on: 3-17-2025
Just for overnight maybe if we're doing a family trip would be better. But just wasn't for me.
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Guest Policies
Check-in:
After 04:00 PM
Check-out:
Before 10:00 AM
Pets:
Pets are not allowed.
Important Info:
Since Kohl’s Ranch Lodge is shaded by towering treetops of the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine Forest, you may experience limited cell reception and Wi-Fi connectivity when visiting. However, complimentary domestic phone service is available in each unit. Please note that from January 16, 2026, to February 28, 2026, restaurant Zane Gray is open from Friday to Sunday and closed from Monday to Thursday. Please note that restaurant Zane Gray is closed from January 5, 2026, to January 15, 2026. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A damage deposit of USD 200.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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Kohl's Ranch Lodge
202 South Kohl's Ranch Lodge Road, Payson, AZ
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