If you want to stay at the North Rim, your only choice is the North Rim Lodge. Outside of the park, I’m not sure what’s best.

I just checked their website and it said North Rim open for day use only and the lodged are already closed. Maybe you could check if there's some lodging in Jacob Lake? It's about a 50min drive from there to the rim, that's all I can think of.

Yes, I would hire a guide. A guide is always the best way to make the most of your time anywhere you are.

At the lodge!

8803 ft at Point Imperial

Not from either rim that I know of, but you can go down trails via mule to get to the river. There are companies that offer rafting experiences down the Colorado River and through the canyon. I’m not sure where they depart but they tend to be 3-10 days long and split time between boat travel and camping along the river. Try searching online for “Grand Canyon river tours”.

Hotels and campsites vary in price. Park entry is about $40 and good for a week or so. But I’d recommend getting an annual national parks pass that will cover other parks. That pass is $80 for the year, but seniors and armed service members get a major discount. Also if you have a child in fourth grade they can get a free national parks pass for the year that will cover your family.

Yes. There are numerous trails up on the rim that are very safe. The hikes around Point Imperial and even toward Mount Hayden. And the Hikes on Cape Royal. I think that some of these hikes are even handicap accessible. The Bright Angel Point trail at the North Rim Lodge is awesome. And it has guardrails. You can also hike down on the North Kaibab Trail to the Supai Tunnel. There are benches to rest. Check in at the Visitor Center on your way in to the North Rim Lodge. The Rangers and volunteers will be extremely helpful. this is their passion. Keep in mind that the North Rim is only open from May 15 to October 15. Book your reservations for the lodge or the campgrounds early. Or you can stay outside the part at Jacob lake and make a day trip.

Hi, have not been to Soth Rim, (too many people). but on the North Rim, Yeap, plenty of trails for you and the kids. Just get a trail map at theft shop or visitors center, if its still open. Things start to close during the months you're going. We went in September, but some things were closed. But presented no problems for us. We stayed for or five nights. Enjoy and have a safe trip. :)