Planning a Utah Shakespeare Festival Trip: Where to Stay in Cedar City
Planning a trip to the Utah Shakespeare Festival? Staying in Cedar City puts you close to the festival venues, restaurants, and the rest of town. The best lodging choice depends on your dates, group size, budget, and whether you want to walk, drive, or gather together before and after a performance.
Start with the festival schedule
Check the official Utah Shakespeare Festival website for the current season, performance times, venue details, tickets, accessibility information, and any schedule changes. Book lodging after confirming your performance dates, especially for popular weekends and larger groups.
Give yourself time around the show
Plan to arrive early enough to find parking, locate your venue, and enjoy dinner or a relaxed walk downtown. If you are attending more than one performance, a stay with a kitchen and comfortable common space can make the trip feel less rushed. Check current restaurant hours and make reservations when appropriate.
Where should you stay?
- The Historic Cottage: A two-bedroom option for guests who want a home base near downtown and SUU. Review the listing for the current amenities and pet policy.
- The Basement Basecamp: A separate two-bedroom suite with its own kitchen and laundry. Check the listing for details that matter to your group.
- Cottage + Basecamp combined: Consider booking both spaces together when your group needs more room and separate living areas.
- The Good Life: A larger home option for family gatherings and group trips. Check the property page for occupancy, bedrooms, bathrooms, and amenities.
Tips for groups attending together
- Choose a meeting point and share the performance venue details with everyone.
- Check the property’s exact sleeping arrangements rather than assuming every guest has a separate bed.
- Discuss quiet hours, parking, stairs, and accessibility needs before booking.
- Allow time for meals and transportation between the rental and the venue.
Make a weekend of it
Between performances, explore historic downtown, local shops, Southern Utah University, and nearby outdoor attractions if time permits. Our Cedar City visitor guide offers more ideas for filling out your itinerary.
Useful official links
Festival dates, venues, performance times, and policies can change. Confirm current information with the festival before travelling.