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[BigSwede]

Worth a try. My only hesitation with the Apache is the residential neighborhood...I suspect we're not going to be able to party into the wee hours outside like we did at the RRL...but that might be the case anywhere else. It would be cool to be in one place though.

I actually reserved a "pet-friendly" room at the Rustic, you guys were too slow. But I'll move to the "motel where John Wayne stayed" with the group.

But I agree we need to jump on it NOW, our options are dwindling fast.

[VXorado]

Worth a try. My only hesitation with the Apache is the residential neighborhood...I suspect we're not going to be able to party into the wee hours outside like we did at the RRL...but that might be the case anywhere else. It would be cool to be in one place though.

I actually reserved a "pet-friendly" room at the Rustic, you guys were too slow. But I'll move to the "motel where John Wayne stayed" with the group.

But I agree we need to jump on it NOW, our options are dwindling fast.

Yep, I called Wednesday (only a day after my visit) and the receptionist told me there were only a few rooms available but wasn't sure if he was looking at the books right. I left my number with the Rustic for them to call me back & sort out the confusion. No call but Jo nudged me yesterday and I gave them another ring. Same receptionist but he confirmed, 1 room & 1 Suite available. Without the group rate, the rooms were a bit higher... $129/nt vs $89/nt for a single queen.

NOW, for the following week the Rustic has 12 rms available. If it wasn't too painstaking, we could consider moving the Moab meet a week later. Then again, I'm sure it would be difficult/impossible for some to change the date.

Apache looks good enough to me... I like how it's walking distance to Milts.



If the rates are reasonable Jo, I say reserve the group. I should have booked the Rustic when I had the opportunity.

[JoFotoz]

Just had a long chat with Sharon, the manager at the Apache.


1-800-228-6882

http://www.apachemotelinmoab.com/



Front View :- https://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&t...classic&dg=brw

Maybe book Rooms at far right?..its a "Stoop" like setting ?? ...
...or possibly at the back..for a more stealth approach !



Reviews on Yelp are certainly "mixed'...
...sounds like same standard as Red Rock was......
..tired, a bit shabby...but basic and Ok for our needs.

http://www.yelp.com/biz/apache-motel-moab

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Here are the "Cliff" notes :-

Plenty of rooms available...discount negotiated for group.

Single bed KING rooms @ $79...instead of $89
Twin bed Queen rooms @ $85.. instead of $95

Suits ( dont know $$;s) and rooms with kitchenettes ( plus $5 per night)
are available.

RV's and Fifth wheels can be parked up/used , but no hook ups.
Cost for this to be negotiated if required.

No space for tents

Pool closes at 9:00
Has BBQ area
WiFi throughout

PET FRIENDLY

NOISE... !!
I explained we hang out, chat..etc
She was cool.. basically said "nothing overly boisterous" that disturbs other guests after 10:00 pm ....
...... so thats a bit of a worry....and open to "experiment" !!


And YES...Milts is two blocks away!

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I suggest we jump on this...
It may not be perfect...but its got rooms for all which is great.
We can scout town for following year (maybe Rustic?)

Apache closes/off season November 30th... but Sharon ( manager) does monitor the e-mail

Apachemotel@frontiernet.net

I will probably book Monday..if not sooner....
...unless there is a good alternative.

Thoughts????

jo