Visit Prescott, Arizona

Find out why film lovers from around the world know Prescott as “the place” for the entire film festival experience. State of the art theaters, comfortable lodging, great restaurants with plenty of outdoor activities makes for a well rounded vacation experience.

Experience Prescott: True West, Real Adventure

Getting to Prescott

Map to Prescott, Arizona

Prescott is located in the mountains of central Arizona, approximately 100 miles north of Phoenix. Take I-17 North to Highway 69 West, or take the scenic route via Highway 89A through the Verde Valley.

Festival Venues

  • Yavapai College Performing Arts Center — 1100 E Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301
  • Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center — 117 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ 86301
  • Center for Learning and Innovation — Yavapai College Prescott Campus

Lodging

Hassayampa Inn
Hassayampa Inn
A cool and inviting mountain oasis for savvy travelers searching for a relaxing respite from life's hustle and bustle. Yesteryear's charm combines with today's modern amenities to make the sixty-eight-room Hassayampa Inn a haven for sophisticated guests seeking a sense of pampered well-being. Breakfast included. The Hassayampa kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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SpringHill Suites Marriott
SpringHill Suites Marriott
Discover the perfect convergence of prime downtown location, all-suite comfort and affordable rates. The SpringHill Suites offers the latest in modern sensibilities and state-of-the-art amenities. Located just two blocks from historic downtown, this hotel provides the area's best value, featuring free high-speed Internet access and other sophisticated comforts at the heart of the city's tourism, events, and entertainment. Breakfast included. The SpringHill Suites kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Residence Inn Marriott
Residence Inn Marriott
The Residence Inn Marriott is located close to the Prescott Gateway Mall and many area attractions. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature coffee/tea makers, hair dryers, and kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and dishwashers. Wired high-speed and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, a spa tub and a fitness facility. The Residence Inn Marriott kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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The Motor Lodge
The Motor Lodge
Conveniently located three blocks south of Prescott's Courthouse Plaza, The Motor Lodge is a 12-room boutique motel where hospitality is the number one goal. Each room provides comfy beds (king and queen available), complimentary Wi-Fi, cable with HBO, coffee service and refrigerators. Many of the rooms have fireplaces and private porches. The Motor Lodge kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Hotel St. Michael
Hotel St. Michael
The Hotel St. Michael was originally built in 1900 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Situated in the heart of historic downtown Prescott, the hotel is located on famous "Whiskey Row" directly across from Prescott's Courthouse Plaza. The hotel offers comfortable accommodations and is situated among Prescott's best restaurants, entertainment, museums and shopping. Breakfast included. The Hotel St. Michael kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Comfort Inn, Prescott
Comfort Inn, Prescott
The Comfort Inn Ponderosa Pines is ideally located in Prescott, bordering the Prescott National Forest and only two miles from downtown. This Prescott hotel is conveniently located close to local attractions including "Whiskey Row", Sharlot Hall Museum, Bucky's Casino, the Governor's Mansion, Thumb Butte and the Annual Rodeo and fair. The Comfort Inn, Prescott kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Prescott Resort
Prescott Resort
This Prescott hotel offers newly renovated guestrooms that share the culture of the Yavapai Prescott Indian Tribe. Each of the 160 guest rooms feature modern amenities that cater to guests needs, i.e. High-Speed Wireless Internet and Flat-Screen Televisions. Each room was designed in the spirit of the Yavapai Tribe and offers artwork indicative to the majestic scenery of the Prescott area. The Prescott Resort kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Wyndham Garden Hotel
Wyndham Garden Hotel
The Wyndham Garden Hotel is the newest full service upscale hotel conveniently located near the heart of historic Prescott and Prescott Valley's Entertainment District. All of the 82 guest rooms are spacious, with in room amenities of refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, in room-safes, cable and wireless internet. Enjoy a soak in the indoor pool and spa and a workout in our 24/7 gym. Pets are welcome (pet fee). Breakfast included. The Wyndham Garden kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast
Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast
Whispering Pines is a mere eight minutes from downtown Prescott. For those who would like the comforts of home while visiting Prescott come find out why they say Whispering Pines is "close to heaven but not far from downtown." Beautiful views, wildlife and breakfast on the deck. Whispering Pines kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Hotel Vendome
Hotel Vendome
A quaint historic landmark with the warmth and intimacy of a bed and breakfast, yet with the privacy of a hotel. Built in 1917, this two-story 21-room inn has been lovingly restored and romantically enhanced to its original grandeur. Enjoy a glass of wine, domestic or imported beer, a soft drink or just a cup of coffee or tea from the handmade cherry wood bar in the warm, intimate lobby. Continental breakfast provided. The Hotel Vendome kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Forest Villas Hotel
Forest Villas Hotel
All accommodations have in-room coffee makers, private balconies, some with panoramic vistas of the mountain landscapes. Handicap rooms are available in either the Standard or Executive rooms. Wireless Internet connection is offered throughout the hotel. Exercise room and outdoor pool. Complimentary continental breakfast. The Forest Villas Hotel offers 20% off room rates to Festival attendees during the Festival.
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Best Western Prescottonian
Best Western Prescottonian
The Best Western Prescottonian is famous for its "down home hospitality". Over-size guest rooms provide refrigerators and microwaves and there is high speed wireless Internet and an outdoor seasonal heated pool and spa. A free full hot breakfast buffet is provided and on site is the Plaza Bonita Family Mexican Restaurant. Pets may be accepted. The Best Western Prescottonian kindly hosts Festival filmmakers.
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Dining

El Gato Azul
El Gato Azul
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Gurley Street Grill
Gurley Street Grill
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Murphy's Restaurant
Murphy's Restaurant
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Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
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Transportation

Prescott Transit Authority
Prescott Transit Authority
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Avis Car Rentals
Avis Car Rentals
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