How to Find Cheap Hotels in Prescott, Arizona

Known as "Everybody's Hometown," Prescott, Arizona, is a city with small town atmosphere and contemporary convenience. Lush woodlands, abundant wildlife and cultural diversity make this one-time gold mining town a treat to visit.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access

Instructions

Know Your Destination

1. Read up on the local history. Prescott was named in honor of author and historian William H. Prescott, whose books were very popular during the Civil War years.

2. Count on history. More than 600 buildings in Prescott are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

3. Learn your capitol history. Prescott was twice designated the capitol of the Arizona Territory, first in 1863 and again in 1877. In 1889, the capitol was changed to Phoenix.

4. See the history on the big screen. Scenes from the movies "Junior Bonner" and "Billy Jack" were filmed at the historic Palace Hotel in Prescott.

5. Respect the history. Many locals, especially some old-timers, pronounce Prescott as "press-kit."

Choose Your Prescott Accommodations

1. Stay close to town at an economy motel chain. Accommodations range from an incredibly cheap price of $55 per night and up at many locations. To book accommodations, contact Yavapai Tourism Council at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

2. Consider arranging your stay with one of several bed and breakfasts in the area for elegant but cheap accommodations. Rates vary according to location, establishment and season, but most places start at approximately $120 per night.

3. Rent a cottage and get cheap accommodations with privacy. Many area rentals charge cheap prices, like $80 per night, and go up from there.

4. Reconvene with nature. Stay at the campgrounds in Prescott National Forest. You can picnic, fish, hike or just take in the scenery at this 1,000-acre woodland with nearly 450 miles of trails.

Come to Prescott

1. Fly to Prescott, Arizona, via the Prescott Municipal Airport, which is serviced by Great Lakes Airlines.

2. Roll down the highway into Prescott via I-17, I-40, I-10, US 85 or US 60.

Seek Out Primary Attractions

1. Step into a replica of a stone-made Indian pueblo at the Smoki Museum. The museum's collections consist of modern and prehistoric jewelry, pottery and other artifacts.

2. Brush up on western art at the Phippen Museum which showcases artists such as George Phippen, Frank Polk and others.

3. Visit the Heritage Park Zoo where the animals, who originally were either incapacitated or rescued, now provide educational opportunities in a natural habitat.

4. Explore human evolution and natural history at the Sharlot Hall Museum, the largest museum in central Arizona.