Specialties
Nama-Stay is an intimate retreat village in the heart of Springdale, just minutes from Zion National Park. What makes us unique is the balance of convenience and seclusion: guests can walk to nearby restaurants, shops, and the Zion shuttle while still enjoying a peaceful, private setting surrounded by towering red cliffs.
Our thoughtfully designed rooms, suites, and retreat house offer more than a place to sleep. Nama-Stay was created as a space for rest, reflection, and meaningful connection. We also host curated retreats, soundscapes, meditation, tea gatherings, and other intentional experiences throughout the year.
History
Established in 2012.
Nama-Stay began with a quiet home built in the late 1980s on a secluded Springdale property once surrounded by forest and horse pastures. Drawn to the beauty and spirit of Zion and Southern Utah, we purchased the property in 2002, sensing it was meant to become something more.
As Springdale has grown, Nama-Stay has remained a peaceful space slightly off the beaten path, with privacy, year-round views, summer shade, and winter sun.
From the beginning, we envisioned more than a place to stay. During meditation, the name “Nama” came to us as a reflection of the original force that gave birth to Mother Earth, becoming part of the foundation for what the property would grow into. Over the years, guests from around the world have brought their own cultures, experiences, and meanings to Nama-Stay, helping shape the retreat village and community it is today.
Meet the Business Owner: Catrin Z.
Catrin is the heart behind Nama-Stay, guided by a belief that all things should be approached with sincerity, devotion, and reverence. Originally from the Swiss Alps, she was drawn to the beauty and spirit of the Zion valley, where she now lives with her family, Jonathan and Massimo.
Her philosophy is rooted in living with intention and nurturing the soul in harmony with people, animals, nature, the Earth, and the universe. Through the way she lives and welcomes others, Catrin encourages authenticity, connection, reflection, and personal growth. Her presence has helped shape Nama-Stay into a place where guests are invited to slow down, reconnect, and experience the quiet beauty of being fully present.