Stayed at Grandview and went to the Canyon
We stayed at the Grandview and went to the Grand Canyon last April. Based on the description you've given me, I think that location will work well for you. What we liked about Grandview:
- Quick to get out, unlike staying at a casino/hotel. Out the room, down the hall, down the elevator, out to the car.
- Close enough to highway entrance. Although development is abundant, it was easy to get out of the Grandview, and head north to the highway entrance ramp a mile or so.
- Close to grocery store. Right up the road we were able to pick up groceries for the week.
- Southern location. I think if you're heading towards AZ, the Grandview will be quicker to get you on your way. CAPC is closer to where my brother lives, in northwest Vegas. Not a big deal, but it does add a little time (20-30 minutes) if you're heading east to sightsee.
- Noise factor - I can't remember if noise was an issue, but the jacuzzi tub is noisy (only used it once), so I could see if you had an early riser in another room using it, or a couple coming back late from the strip using it, I could see how that could wake you.
- We had the 1 BR, and really liked the laundry facilities. Throw clothes in the dryer, and head out.
- I would highly recommend the 2 BR if you have a family. The units are spacious, but the double sinks, shower and toilet share the same area. So if one person is using the toilet, nobody can do anything else!
- Big glass shower, plenty of room for two. Conserving water is important.
- They were gentle on the timeshare presentation push. I have no interest spending valuable vacation hours at a ts presentation. We said "no" once, and were never pestered again.
Grand Canyon was great. We did it in a day, which worked out fine, but it was a long day. The South Rim is incredibly stunning. You will probably be surprised at how close so many people walk to the edge, and wonder how they don't lose 2 or 3 people a day.
Enjoy your trip, and let me know if you have other questions!
