Estes Park Motels

We just completed a two-week trip around Colorado, last stop was three nights at the Blue Door Inn in Estes Park. Self-described as a “Step Beyond Ordinary” and based on the TripAdvisor reviews I was really looking forward to staying there, even if it was the most expensive place of the six we were staying on our trip (that’s Estes Park for you). As soon as we got there my expectations were crushed and I was very disappointed. I found it to be several steps below ordinary. We booked a Queen Superior room; should be called an Inferior room because it was anything but Superior. According to the website these 230 square foot rooms are “2nd floor rooms…a bit smaller and offer the same great amenities as our Standard rooms but have better views facing South.” I apparently did not read this closely enough as the Queen Standard rooms are 250 square feet and “enjoy all of our basic amenities…1st and 2nd floor rooms at the best rates of any room type.” There is no elevator to the second floor and the room was very, very small, barely enough room to move around the bed and furniture, and difficult to find a place to set up the luggage racks (at least there were two racks). There was no closet, only a rack with a few hangers on the wall between the bed and the small side table. That table was old and wobbly, there was no room for both of us to sit at it, and there was no light over it making it not an easy place to do any work. The layout of the room was weird. The sink was not right next to the bathroom; instead, it was out across from the bed. And the view for which we paid extra was nothing special, certainly not worth any extra money, especially when we were out at RMNP all day with the fantastic views there. The outside was not good either. The carpet on the steps was worn, torn in places, and dirty. Biggest issue was the lights in the stair wells were not working, making it very unsafe to carry luggage up and down in the dark. There were light bulbs in the light fixtures but they were not on. See pictures. The first day the internet was horribly slow but it got better the next two days. Breakfast was not worth whatever extra charge is included in the cost of the room (breakfast should not be advertised as “free” at hotels). First, it doesn’t start until 7am which is too late for those of us with early Timed Entries into the park. I asked if there was a take-away option but was told ”no” (despite learning later that they do have packs of oatmeal, muffins and yogurt that could be taken back to the room). On the second morning we were first ones in the door at 7am and the powdered eggs were already cold as was the “gravy” (gelatinous, bland goo) for the biscuits. I turned the knob to get “Froot Loops” cereal out the container and at least four different kinds of cereal came out (see picture). Who knows how long it had been in there! For the third day we just took the aforementioned items back to our room. When we got home and

When you stay at Alpine Trail Ridge Inn in Estes Park, you'll be in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Rocky Mountain National Park and 6 minutes from The Stanley Hotel. This motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Backbone Adventures and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tiny Town Miniature Golf.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional amenities at this motel include a picnic area and charcoal grills.Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Hotel Estes in Estes Park, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Historic Estes Park and Bond Park. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from The Stanley Hotel and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Estes Park Aerial Tramway.Enjoy recreational amenities such as a spa tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Don't judge this hotel by the outside.... Our room was completely renovated, we had a two-bedroom suite with one bath - plenty of room, comfortable mattress and pillows. Very clean and well stocked room. Hotel staff is super helpful and friendly. We loved having S'mores by the outdoor campfire beside the peaceful waterfall, in the comfortable Adirondack chairs. Breakfasts were wonderful, hot waffles, cereals, muffins, toast, bagels, boiled eggs, yogurt ... great coffee and a nice tea assortment. We will stay here again. A great family hotel, for sure.

When you stay at Saddle & Surrey Motel in Estes Park, you'll be next to a golf course, a 4-minute drive from The Stanley Hotel and 8 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. This golf motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Estes Park Golf Course and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Stanley Park.Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Saddle & Surrey Motel.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and a vending machine. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as sofa beds and irons/ironing boards.

When you stay at Peak To Peak Lodge in Estes Park, you'll be in the mountains, a 3-minute drive from The Stanley Hotel and 7 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. This motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Estes Park Golf Course and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Stanley Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a spa tub, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided weekly.

We booked a block of rooms for my sisters 30th Birthday and went to the Estes Park Food and Wine Festival and let me tell you - the Ridgeline was PERFECT! The teenage boys were in Heaven with the pool, the arcade games, the pool tables, the food. The adults had an outstanding time - the rooms were immaculate, the hotel SMELLS AMAZING, I forgot how much I love a hotel bar. Fire pits and s’mores kits, and shuffleboard and cocktails, and 3.5 minutes up the hill from the lake and downtown Estes. The hotel staff went above and beyond, kept our rooms together, and helped us decorate for my sisters 30th. I HIGHLY recommend this Hotel for families, couples, a weekend getaway, a reunion, an event, everything. We can’t wait to go back when winter settles in.

I can't recommend this place enough, what a GREAT stay we had! Just up the road from Estes Park proper, but within driving distance to EVERYTHING. The rooms here are very well-tended, housekeeping is top-notch, as are Austin and Sam at the front desk, tending to your every need. The fireplace in the lobby is very inviting, the free breakfast is excellent, and the pool is open and very refreshing! The game room is well appointed, the mountain views are spectacular, and watching the elk just outside our door was too cool! And while I am well aware that nothing is perfect, this place comes pretty close, at least for us, it did. Please put Expedition Lodge on your list for a great place to stay, when visiting Estes Park. We will be back again!

Parking and unloading luggage is super convenient, the front desk is patient and caring. Open the door to see the snowy mountain view. The hotel bathroom details are better, the room rate is small and cozy, the shampoo cap is missing, and the breakfast is simple.

With a stay at Discovery Lodge in Estes Park (Grand Estates), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel. This lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Historic Estes Park.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a spa tub and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Discovery Lodge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 40-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.