Sorrel River Ranch

Had a wonderful stay at sorrel river ranch resort. Great rooms, great food, great views and great people! Also has a wonderful horseback ride with Hap and Jordan. The Rubik’s Cube trail ride with them was beautiful and they were great tour guides. Also had the best horses to carry us up and down the trail!

We stayed here last week (early March) as a couple with a dog. Pros: Dog friendly- they had a dog bed, some treats, a couple bowls, and a personalized card, which was a nice touch. They let our dog in the fireplace area inside and on the outside patio to dine. There was a hiccup with booking a dog friendly room because the website will let you book any room and add a dog fee but when I called to ask about something else, they said they were discouraged by management from booking the King River View Balcony rooms with dogs. The reception person had to ask their manager and get back to me. Ultimately they did allow our dog in the balcony room but I don’t understand the hesitation. There was clearly a dog in our Balcony room before us as housekeeping hadn’t bothered to clean the couch- it was covered in dog hair and had stain all over it. My dog is mostly poodle and doesn’t shed hardly at all. The views- from our Balcony room facing the river was beautiful and peaceful. That is what you’re paying for. The cons: Room rate- don’t expect a truly luxurious accommodation. The furnishings and decor are dated and need some maintenance. The shower needs a good deep clean and caulking at minimum. The shower head had a drip that was causing mold to grow in the grout. I never felt completely clean showering. The water wasn’t as hot as I would’ve liked. If it wasn’t for the river views- I wouldn’t have wanted to pay any more than maybe $300/night based on the room alone. Grumpy staff- the front desk people and the restaurant staff were polite and friendly enough. A lot of new staff (high turnover?). There was a horseback riding guide- younger guy- who was often heard loudly complaining, saying things like how they had low morale. He once gave me an unsolicited comment on how “well behaved my dog was and how he only likes well behaved dogs”. It felt condescending and back handed. He sounded super surly and discouraged me from the horseback rides even though I had originally wanted to. There was also an older gentleman who handled the horses who I heard saying loudly “you want to say something to me, PUT IT IN AN EMAIL!”. I don’t know why these two were so angry but they should just find another job if they hate theirs so much. I heard those two constantly complaining because I love animals and would often walk to the stables/pens to visit the horses/goats and they would be there talking loudly bringing down the vibe. Lack of food options- as others have said, there’s only one restaurant there (JJ’s mercantile wasn’t open when we were there), so you get tired of the over priced resort menu fast. Restaurant options were limited and the food was a weird mix of good and back. For example (see pics), they overcooked my scrambled eggs to the point of browning them and burned my toast, but the potatoes were browned to perfection and the over medium eggs were perfectly cooked. I recommend on driving 30 minutes into town to stock up your mini- fridge or ask for the kid’s menu and order a kids burger or the kids mini steak- both were decent options. All in all, it was a nice change of scenery at a serious premium. It was a milestone birthday trip so we splurged. Otherwise, I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re super rich and don’t care. Even then, you will be disappointed with the condition of the rooms. Also, check your receipt at checkout. A friend had ordered some treats to our room as a gift and they put it on our bill.

Sorrel River Ranch is a stunning property along the Colorado River just outside Moab. The setting is beautiful and peaceful, with dramatic red rock views and direct river frontage that would make an incredible backdrop for events. The food was excellent—thoughtfully prepared and truly memorable. Overall, it feels like a perfect location for intimate riverside gatherings, retreats, or destination events in a uniquely Utah landscape.

Our family had an amazing stay at Sorrel River Ranch. The location alone is unforgettable — peaceful, tucked along the river, and surrounded by those incredible red rock views that seem to change with every hour of the day. The calmness of the property made it feel like a true escape, and the night skies were some of the most beautiful we’ve ever seen. The restaurant was excellent, and the staff treated us with genuine warmth and care throughout our stay. Every interaction felt personal, and they made our kids feel right at home. In fact, the kids are already asking when we can go back. Sorrel River Ranch gave us the perfect mix of relaxation, scenery, and hospitality. We can’t wait to return.

Sorrel Ranch is a special slice of the world that you cannot miss! The beauty of the property, personalized adventures, relaxation opportunities and amazing food/beverage makes this a memorable way to recharge and celebrate! Dreaming of weddings on the property for your family and friends to share a few days together is such a unique opportunity!!