Trailhead Lodge

Hotels
8 (310 reviews)
130 STANLEY AVE , Estes Park , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent food
Fun amenities
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Dated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
6.71
The rooms seemed a little dated & not 100% clean and noise issues reported.
Service
8.68
Staff was described as super friendly and responsive, providing excellent service.
Location
8.72
Perfect location to downtown strip and close to town attractions.
Room Quality
7.67
Rooms were described as comfortable but some noted noise issues.
Amenities
8.2
Offer of s'mores and fire pits noted as great amenities.
Value for Money
7.66
Standard value expected for the quality of stay and services provided.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Food was described as wonderful with great restaurant service.
Overall Experience
8.18
Overall stay was delightful with positive remarks on service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:02

Property Description

Mountain Views and Outdoor Relaxation
Enjoy the scenic mountain views from your budget guest room at Twin Owls Motor Lodge. Unwind in the seasonal outdoor hot tub after a day of exploring Estes Park.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with the provided cable TV and make use of the activity table in your room. Need to catch up on work? Visit the on-site business center.

Nearby Attractions
Explore Stanley Park Fairgrounds just a short walk away or take a quick drive to iconic landmarks like the Stanley Hotel and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Book your stay at Twin Owls Motor Lodge for a memorable Estes Park experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

The property will be closed for renovation from November 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DEN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 310 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.71
Service: 8.68
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7.66
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Ryann • extended_group • us
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • us
7
It was nice. The only problem was the window. TV had water dripping from air conditioning onto it. The TV wouldn’t turn
Pros:

Location, staff and pool.

Cons:

The bathroom window was broken and would not secure or close.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • us
10
Great stay at a great location
Pros:

Location, Friendly staff, great service

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
9
Great location with friendly and attentive service
Pros:

Great location, friendly and attentive service, close to downtown Estes.

Cons:

Bar closed early

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Molly • couple • us
10
We had a great time and would return again!
Pros:

We had a great experience and enjoyed the proximity to Estes Lake and downtown Estes Park. We were able to enter into RMNP in less than 15 minutes and it made for a perfect place at the end of long days hiking and rafting.

Cons:

My only complaint was that we had very loud guests above us, and it sounded like they were tearing down the room above us. Nothing that the hotel staff could change, but since it is a renovated motel, the walls/floors are thin.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Erin • couple • us
6
Great location, but missing expected amenities like a microwave in the room or any sort of breakfast
Pros:

The room was spacious.

Cons:

No microwave in the room or continental breakfast available at all. The hidden $150 fee with $25/day amenities fee for smores and the pool were an unexpected and unwelcome charge. I did not use either.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Ariane • extended_group • ch
7
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Smith • solo_traveller • us
7
Clean and super convenient.
Pros:

Great location.

Cons:

No one cleaned the room during my 4 night stay.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Lana • family_with_children • us
3
Never coming back.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

Probably one of the worst stays ever. Room was dirty: you could see spots from glasses on tables, floor was not vacuumed or washed. Terrible mattress, so soft you fall into it and then they have hard big pillows. Walls are paper thin you can hear every conversation in rooms that are surrounding your room.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Vahur • couple • ee
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Verlangieri • family_with_children • us
3
The room was fair but not great, overpriced for what actually was there and available
Pros:

comfortable beds and clean room

Cons:

room had NO heat and was very cold as the location is in the mountains of Colorado! NO open restaurant or breakfast available at property as advertised.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The staff were so nice and very welcoming, also the location was so good

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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C7846OAlauraw • Family
4
Disappointed
Pros:

Staff at check in were missing as they were cleaning the rooms for check in. We waited an hour to get our room. Window vents for ac, loud and smelly. The door in the bathroom was rotting from the water that was collecting from drainage issues. The comforter smelled old and there was a blanket on the bed that only covered our feet. None in the closet. This motel at best was a 1950’s Road side motel upgraded on the cheap. The price for our stay was not cheap. Stay at the Stanley as thats where we spent most of our free time in the evenings. Very disappointed.

2026-04-06 • via Tripadvisor
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Natalie • extended_group • us
9
Overall, we had an enjoyable stay and would go back.
Pros:

The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. They had a great fire pit and provided materials to make s’mores! The restaurant had a great breakfast and the staff were friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

There was only one light switch that controlled all of the lights in the room. The toilet paper holder was falling off the wall. There were pigeon droppings all over the stairway to get to our room.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Bryce • couple • us
10
Pros:

Elk all around and proximity to everything

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • us
4
Pros:

It was a great location and nicely updated.

Cons:

Our room was not very clean. A continental breakfast was advertised but no where to be found.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Deanna • couple • us
5
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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GlobeTrotting439162 • Family
10
Tacos and Punk Rock
Pros:

Awesome place to stay. Very simple but modern architectural renovation. Room were clean and well appointed. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The restaurant, Casa Colina was a pleasant surprise. The Mexican food was excellent. Chef Derek runs a tight and fun crew of people. We had a great time sharing stories with him. Thanks for a great visit.

2026-03-23 • via Tripadvisor
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K2867ZEmicheleb • Family
10
Pleasantly surprised
Pros:

I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived at the trailhead Lodge. The views are beautiful; and within walking distance to Estes Park. The new remodel you keeps the nostalgia of the original travel motel and It’s clean and minimalistic, but everything you need. The restaurant and front desk staff were extremely helpful. Great places to sit and gather with your family and enjoy the views. They also have a pool,I visited in March so it was not in use, but I’m sure it would be wonderful in the summer.

2026-03-22 • via Tripadvisor
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L2388NKmatthewh • Family
10
Hospitality with a capitol H
Pros:

This was my 4th stay at Trailborn Rocky Mountains in Estes Park. It was my first time with all 4 of my kids (ages 11-23). We all had SUCH A GREAT TIME!

Trailborn is extremely close to the river walk, which leads into downtown Estes Park (and is a mere 2 min drive by car should you not want to walk). The staff is amazing, very accommodating and personable. Every stay, this has been my biggest takeaway; the hospitality is top-notch 👍

The outdoor patio area is lovely, quiet and cozy. The hammocks and s’mores (in the early evening) are a nice touch.

The restaurant is where we tend to eat when we stay, the food’s excellent 💥

My kids and I look forward to another trip up as soon as our schedules align!

Thank you Trailborn ❤️

2026-03-21 • via Tripadvisor