Downtown convenience, canyon access, and road-trip sanity
Where To Stay in Amarillo
The right Amarillo base depends on whether you want downtown dinner plans, easier I-40 logistics, or a hotel that makes Palo Duro Canyon timing less stressful.
Downtown and first-time bases
The Barfield, Autograph Collection
Best if you want the hotel to add polish to the trip, with downtown dinner plans and a stronger sense of place.
Check availability →Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown
A practical full-service choice for families or groups who want space, breakfast, and central logistics.
Check availability →Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown
A solid midrange downtown base when you want dinner and morning movement to stay simple.
Check availability →Road-trip and value stays
Drury Inn & Suites Amarillo
Reliable for road-trippers who care more about comfort, parking, and easy access than downtown atmosphere.
Check availability →Best Western Plus Amarillo East Hotel
Useful when the trip is mostly about I-40 efficiency, Palo Duro timing, and a clean overnight.
Check availability →My Place Hotel-Amarillo West/Medical Center, TX
A practical west-side option when price, kitchenette-style convenience, or medical-center access matter.
Check availability →Plan the rest of your trip
These guides help you turn Amarillo into a real weekend instead of a rushed Panhandle stop.
More things to do in Amarillo
Use this when you want the broader Panhandle weekend plan beyond the canyon.
Palo Duro Canyon Guide
Start here if the trip revolves around Palo Duro Canyon, Route 66, or a real Amarillo overnight.
Restaurants in Amarillo
Plan the steakhouse and Route 66 meals before they become an afterthought.
Getting to Amarillo
Dial in driving, airport, and arrival timing before you go.
