How to Find Hotels in Lake Havasu, Arizona

Travel along the 450 miles of Lake Havasu's shoreline and you'll understand why it's the centerpiece and namesake of this small Arizona town. Take a second look, though, and discover all of the other attractions the town has to offer, including the London Bridge and desert landscapes.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Internet access

Know Your Destination

1. Learn about the area. The city was established by Robert M. Culloch in 1963 and developed as a planned community. The old mining town nearby, which was established in the early 20th century, has been absorbed by Lake Havasu's growth.
2. Check out a famous landmark. The former London Bridge now finds its home in Lake Havasu. The bridge originally spanned the River Thames and now provides a crossing over a man-made canal that leads from the lake to Thompson Bay.
3. Bring a swimsuit. Much of the community's recreation revolves around water activities such as fishing, water sports and boating.

Getting From Place to Place in Lake Havasu

4. Get a good street map. Driving around Lake Havasu is not easy, and you may even need the help of local residents. Several intersecting loop roads can cause confusion for visitors.
5. Catch a ride. City transportation is available if you'd rather not navigate the loop roads yourself. Each ride is $3, and the service can take you anywhere in the city. Reservations cannot be made in advance, but it is generally just a short wait before pick-up.
6. Fly into Lake Havasu Municipal Airport, which has daily connections to larger airports. You may choose to fly in to the larger Phoenix, Las Vegas or Laughlin, Nevada, airports and drive a short distance to the city instead.

Choose Your Accommodations in Lake Havasu

7. To book accommodations, contact Lake Havasu Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
   
8. Stay in luxury accommodations. Lake Havasu has condominiums and extended-stay rooms available for rent on the shoreline, many with amenities such as golf, pools and spas.
9. Find budget-friendly accommodations by staying in a national motel chain or a local hotel. A few have rates starting around $50 per night and offer some of the amenities found in more expensive places.
10. Experience the beautiful shoreline by camping on it. Many RV parks and campsites are available, and several have common areas with pools, convenience stores, game rooms and organized activities.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your stay early if you plan on traveling to Lake Havasu during the spring. College students on spring break frequent the area, and accommodations become more difficult to find during this time.