Murphy's River Lodge

3.0 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at this cozy mountain retreat. Unwind by the firepit or explore nature's beauty.

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Water view
Property grounds
32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Nestled near Rocky Mountain National Park, The Stanley Hotel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and an inviting firepit. Enjoy fishing or unwind in the spa tub; connect to WiFi and take advantage of laundry facilities, an indoor pool, area shuttle service. Past guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $89
includes taxes & fees
$78 per night
Feb 13 - Feb 14

Room options

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Showing 37 of 37 rooms

Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

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Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Fan
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Fan
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Fan
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 240 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Fan
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Fan
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - unspecified
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two King Deluxe

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
481 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min walk
  • Bond Park - 11 min walk
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 17 min walk
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive
  • The Stanley Hotel - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 59 min drive
  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive
  • Area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Murphy's River Lodge

When you stay at Murphy's River Lodge, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel. Guests can get a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Marina nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1983
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Video library
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Blender

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 1.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The hotel's policy requires at least one guest 21 years or older in the room at all times. Minimum age to book a room at this hotel is 21 years of age.

Also known as

Murphy's Lodge
Murphy's River
Murphy's River Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy`s River Hotel Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Murphy's River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Murphy's River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Murphy's River Lodge?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Murphy's River Lodge?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Murphy's River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Murphy's River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Murphy's River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Murphy's River Lodge also has a picnic area.

What's the area around Murphy's River Lodge like?

Murphy's River Lodge is located by the river, a short 5-minute walk from Historic Estes Park and 11 minutes' walk from Bond Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Can’t go wrong!
You can’t beat the service here! From the minute I booked, someone reached out to me to make sure they’d be prepared for our visit. We don’t love to travel with our dogs but we had to, and their dog friendly suites are amazing. River front, easy access to the patio that locks so you can let your pets sit outside for a bit. Super clean inside and comfy. Well appointed and even had a portable fan. We’ll be back!
LeeAnne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jackie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Great Stay at Murphy's River Lodge
Our recent stay at Murphy's River Lodge was absolutely fantastic. Staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. Within 24 hours of booking the stay, I was contacted by the staff and made sure my stay was all set and I had no questions. The lodge itself is beautifully situated right on the river/creek, providing stunning views and a beautiful stay, close to downtown. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. We particularly enjoyed pool area, as our stay was during the winter and the kids needed a place to burn energy. The location was also ideal for exploring the area. I highly recommend Murphy's River Lodge to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway. We can't wait to return!
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quick getaway
Pet friendly, felt like family as soon as you walked in the front door.
Johnny, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kisha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay
The check-in process was smooth, me movies and popcorn at the front desk were a great touch and we loved the pool and hot tub. The Continental breakfast was a nice touch as well, and the location is great and a beautiful walk into town!
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Good bed but horrific noise level
Booked this because King size bed and it was a last minute trip and king size seemed hard to find. Reviews said beds were comfortable and the bed was good. The bathroom setup was very strange with a window being in the middle of the mirror leaving two small sections of mirror on either side. It was difficult for my husband to shave because the sink was in the middle of the vanity directly underneath the window. Its a very very old motel. The staff were very nice but we would never stay here again because of the noise. You can hear everything that goes on around you. We were in 2nd floor room and we had extremely loud people under us. They partied outside their room on the patio until late at night. The 2nd night I called the manager on duty at 10 pm because that is suppose to start the “quiet” time. She said she would contact them. They were literally so loud that we could still hear them over a sound app with rain turned up very loud trying to drown out their noise. About 45 minutes later they somewhat settled down but could still hear the loudest voice in the room under us talking. I will spend more time choosing a place to stay next time because this will not be it.
Jimmy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Todd, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

HYOJIN, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great customer service, great location, nice room, awesome atmosphere, lovely ambiance
lower level condo
Petra, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Guillermo, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

WONDERFUL place to stay!
This was our first time here but we'll be back! Beautiful, calming decor, amazingly sweet staff, very clean rooms, lovely and warm pool and hot tub! We had a great stay!!!
April, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Liked
Timothy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gweneth L, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There was a beautiful view with the stream in the back of the property. The front desk staff was super friendly and very helpful with everything. The location is absolutely stunning.
Dama, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carlo, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aaron E, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Will be back!
Quick weekend getaway. Perfect! Easy walk to downtown shops. Beautiful setting. Clean and easy!
Wendy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and comfortable bed.
Leah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

We liked the hot tub after a 6 mile hike! The pool was nice also. The continental breakfast had fruit, yogurt and packaged pastries and the coffee was very good! Sighting of a 12 point bull elk lounging across the creek behind the property was a real plus!!!
Clinton, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
We loved this place cozzy and warm, plus super affordable. Fromt desk employees are nice, they have great customer service skills. Will come back in the spring for sure.
Maria E, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Rooms are paper thin. People coming in late and up through the night drinking etc. Not a family place
Robert, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Great pool and hot tub and they also had popcorn that you could take anytime."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM