Been there a half dozen times and look forward to the next visit. I agree with Thunder Mountain (and I know the meaning behind his online handle!). We had a bad experience at Portal - we also stayed in the high end section and it had a run down look and lots of knee high weeds. But might go there again next time. Spanish Trail changed hands a couple of years ago so we might give that a try - only downside it is that is is south of town and Arches and Island in the Sky is north. For some pix go to www.LaurenBarbara.com and click on the Wanderings link and then UT and National Parks. Love Utah!