Gravity Haus vs. Field Station: Which Moab Adventure Hotel Is Best for You?
On our way to Fruita, CO for the final Roam Fest, we made a stop at Field Station Moab.
That experience started with a booking blunder. I had accidentally reserved the wrong night while making the reservation at 10 p.m. — while camping at a hot spring, no less.
We rolled into the lobby, thoroughly impressed and excited to have snagged a last-minute room before three nights of camping in the desert. I’d been eyeing these “adventure hotels” for a while and was curious to finally see one in person.
The vibe in the lobby was spot-on, and we were stoked to have a pool and a place we felt comfortable lugging our gear into.
But when we checked in, the staff couldn’t find my reservation.
A little annoyed (figuring they just weren’t spelling my name right), I confidently pulled up my confirmation email. Then, in sheer panic, I glanced at my watch to double-check the date. I did not get the validation I was hoping for.
I had booked for the night before.
I’m usually a double-checking freak, but that night, sitting at the campsite before crawling into my tent, I must have hit “back” after selecting the 17th–18th. Somewhere in the shuffle, the reservation reset, and I didn’t catch it.
I’ll never know how I got back on the 16th, and it doesn’t really matter. What’s done is done, and I strongly held back tears at this costly (to me) mistake. While they couldn’t fully refund the missed night, the staff met me halfway by applying a heavy discount to the correct night.
They had been completely booked the night before and had held the room, so while it was an honest mistake, I understand it was my mistake. We were still happy to have a bed since our plans had relied on that, and the alternative would have been finding a new campsite, unpacking everything again, only to repack it all in the morning for a third time.
The Reset at Gravity Haus
A few days later, on the drive back from Roam Fest, we checked into Gravity Haus. By then, we were dusty, sweaty, and exhausted from a few nights of camping in the desert — but our hearts were full from the biggest femme mountain bike party in the US!
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Gravity Haus felt like the perfect place to reset before heading home, and it gave us the chance to see how another “adventure hotel” compared to Field Station.
After having stayed at both Field Station and Gravity Haus, here’s how they compared through the lens of our road trip.
Field Station: Adventurer’s Motel Vibe
What We Liked
The lobby was the heartbeat of the place, part gear shop, part hotel lobby. It was full of energy and a vibe that said “you’re in the right place if you’re here for dirt and trails.” It felt like a spot where you could easily strike up a conversation with another traveler fresh off a bike ride.
The Little Station Coffee + Kitchen cafe had pizza, beer, and coffee. Grabbing a slice and a drink after unloading gear felt like exactly what you’d want after a long drive or day in the desert.
The free drip coffee in the morning was a nice touch since there were no coffee-making devices in your room.
Lots of space in the room to store gear with a lot of outlets to charge all the action cams.
One of the highlights was we didn’t feel like we had to tiptoe around with our bikes. We rolled right through the hallways among the tire-marked stairwell (no elevator - at least that we found) and into our room, where we could sleep soundly with them next to us.
What Fell Short
Instead of a fridge or ice bucket, the room came with a Dometic cooler. It was functional, but not quite the same as having a fridge.
The bathroom setup wasn’t our favorite, being two women on our periods. Having no sink near the toilet meant rinsing and cleaning menstrual cups wasn’t very convenient.
Once you stepped out of the lobby, the atmosphere fell flat. White walls and linoleum in the hallways made it feel more like an upgraded roadside motel than the adventure hub the lobby promised.
The pool and hot tub were fine since it wasn’t busy, but the size felt like it would be a more crowded soak than a relaxing dip in peak season. Plus, there were no bathrooms out there, which meant you had to go into the lobby to use the main restroom. You also had a separate area with a few chairs and fire pits. The pool was fenced off with no alcohol allowed - again, not a deal breaker and plenty understandable for liability reasons.
Gravity Haus: Adventure Meets Boutique Hotel
What We Liked
The pool area was its own little oasis: two hot tubs bubbling, a bigger pool (though not super deep), and plenty of patio seating with firepits poolside. Add in restrooms with showers right there, and it felt like a mini resort after a dusty day outside.
The room layout showed someone had thought about how adventurers actually travel, much like Field Station. With two wall-mounted bike racks and extra space for gear, we could unload the truck without tripping over our own stuff.
The shower alone could win awards — dual showerheads with great pressure. After days in the hot, dusty desert, it felt like a spa treatment without leaving the room.
The vanity setup was smart: a small sink tucked in with the toilet, plus a big sink and mirror outside the bathroom.
The bed and pillows were some of the best we’ve had on a road trip. We actually slept so well it made us dread leaving.
The lobby and hallways leaned boutique rather than “adventurer,” but we didn’t mind. It felt more polished while still keeping the adventure-friendly touches (they are also next door to a gear shop that is open until 9 pm).
What Fell Short
The absence of a bar or restaurant on-site meant we had to leave to find food. Not a huge deal, but we missed that easy lobby hangout vibe Field Station offered.
Our room wasn’t without quirks: the electric kettle never worked, and a couple of the USB outlets refused to charge. Small annoyances, but noticeable.
Wrap-Up: Why We’d Choose Gravity Haus
Both stays had their strong points. Field Station nailed the community vibe — the kind of place where you grab a beer in the lobby, chat trails, and roll your bike into the room without a second thought. It’s practical, casual, and clearly built with outdoor adventurers in mind.
But in the end, Gravity Haus hit the sweet spot for us. The pool and hot tubs felt like a reward after long miles, the shower was phenomenal, and the beds made us never want to leave. Add in the scenic views and a discount code for our followers (not an affiliate code by the way), and it just felt like the better fit. For us, it was less about rugged vibes and more about finding a place that helps you reset so you can do it all again the next day — and Gravity Haus did exactly that.
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Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Field Station | Gravity Haus |
|---|---|---|
| Lobby Vibe | Energetic, adventurer hub with integrated gear shop & community feel | Polished, boutique hotel atmosphere |
| Food & Drink | Pizza, beer, snack bar, free morning coffee | No restaurant/bar, in-room kettle (ours broken) |
| Bike/Gear Setup | Floor stand, easy to bring bikes in | 2 wall-mounted racks, extra gear space |
| Pool/Hot Tub | Small pool + 1 hot tub | Larger pool feel + 2 hot tubs, patio & showers |
| Room Amenities | Dometic cooler, no sink near toilet | Fridge, kettle, smart vanity setup |
| Bathroom | Basic, awkward for hygiene needs | Dual-head shower, excellent layout |
| Beds | Comfortable | Outstanding — best of the trip |
| Hallways | Motel-like, bland | Modern, upscale |
| Staff/Service | Helpful with booking mistake | Helpful enough, we didn't need much help here |