Expedition Lodge Estes Park at Rocky Mtn National Park

Hotels
9.2 (1016 reviews)
1701 N Lake Ave , Estes Park , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Minor maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Several mentions of cleanliness, but one review indicated spider webs and bugs.
Service
9.91
Numerous reviews highlighted exceptional service and friendliness from staff.
Location
9.45
The location received positive remarks for being close to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
9.4
Rooms described as comfortable and adequate for guests.
Amenities
8.93
Positive mentions of the pool, arcade, and game room.
Value for Money
9.39
Good value for the amenities and quality of service provided.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast could see improvement but was generally sufficient.
Overall Experience
9.61
Guests expressed high satisfaction with their overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 07:31

Property Description

Luxury Accommodation in Estes Park

Ski-in, Ski-out Experience: Enjoy ski-to-door access and ski storage space at our 4-star hotel in Estes Park.

Relaxation and Entertainment: Unwind in our indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub. Plus, indulge in evening entertainment and a kids' club for the little ones.

Convenience and Comfort: From a business center to free WiFi and private parking, we've got you covered for a seamless stay.

Book your stay at Rocky Mountain Hotel & Conference Center for a perfect blend of luxury and convenience in Estes Park.

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1016 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 9.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 9.61
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Shannon couple us
10
Good Hotel
Pros:

Great location, clean, comfortable

Cons:

No complaints

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Melissa couple us
8
Pleasant stay to enjoy Estes Park
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

Our sink was clogged, we realized too late in the night otherwise they would have fixed it right away!

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Gray solo_traveller us
5
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Jill couple us
7
Good value.
Pros:

Location was great. Beds were comfortable. Room was clean. We loved the views and the deck on the front of the property. Nothing fancy, but gets the job done!

Cons:

Property is a bit outdated, so walls were pretty thin.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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LeslieLeylandFields Solo travel Alaska
10
Clean, big rooms, responsive front desk
Pros:

I had a good stay here. It's not fancy, but good location, clean large rooms, and great service. Gemma at the front desk was amazing, helpful, responsive to my questions and needs.

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
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Denise extended_group us
6
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jackie family_with_children es
1
No volvería ni lo recomendaría
Cons:

El lavamanos estaba atascado.
La habitación le faltaba mantenimiento, tenía la puerta del baño rota.
Solicité una cuna para mi bebé y vino sin colchón ni sábana, pero más allá de eso, la cuna que nos dieron estaba sucia.
Mal olor en el pasillo y en la habitación.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Suzanne family_with_children us
6
Pros:

Location is great with a pretty view of the lake. The pool was fine for the kids. Room was as advertised. We didn't have a chance to try the breakfast since we left too early in the morning before it was open. My only complaint was that we were in the far wing of the hotel that had an extra half set of stairs that the elevator didn't go to. We had a lot of gear to carry in, and it made it really hard since the wheeled carts couldn't go up the stairs. It also made it a challenge when leaving so early in the morning...we felt like we were getting out of a maze.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Amelie couple it
7
Pros:

Personale molto cordiale e disponibile. Letto molto comodo.

Cons:

Il bagno era veramente piccolo, doccia scomoda.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Leo extended_group us
4
Uncomfortable
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It’s old rundown and dirty in areas. We were not comfortable there. Pictures on line can be deceiving. Mattresses uncomfortable

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Ana Paula couple us
6
Good location and value for the price
Pros:

The hotel has a good location and it's very easy to find.

Cons:

The hotel is quite simple and could benefit from some updates and renovations. We chose to stay there because it offered good value for the price.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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HILDA family_with_children us
4
OK for a one night stay
Pros:

The location was close to all the attractions I wanted to see

Cons:

The room was outdated, the view from the window was terrible (trash bins overloaded with trash), my key to my room didn't work twice, I had to go to the front desk for new keys

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller us
5
Only a 2 or 2 1/2 star* facility.
Pros:

Beds were comfortable. Liked the on-site self laundry. Wifi was good. Pool looked good. Free parking.

Cons:

Its a motel that's trying to be a Lodge. Room opened onto parking lot and stone yard. Could it have grass, plants, flowers instead of a desert?

No daily maid service. Trash not emptied, towels not restocked after 2 days.

We were among the guests who booked a room with breakfast. On check-in, we should have been given the $10 vouchers instead of having to appeal to mngr.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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barbarapG429CR Family Chicago, Illinois
8
Correction re: Inclusive Breakfast
Pros:

This is a Correction which replaces my initial Review dated Aug. 1 when I was informed at check in there was no longer free breakfast. I always select hotels with free breakfast and would not have booked this one had I known it had been discontinued. I took this up again after I moted travel sites were still posting free breakfast. I was referred to Mngr. Gemma who had seen my initial TA Review. She was apologetic and responded by offering vouchers for discounted breakfast at the newly opened, on site Cafe. This is the kind of customer service to be expected when customers are not to blame for mistakes. A professional manager makes things right by standing behind original offers. Thank you, Mngr. Gemma, for being a travel industry professional.

Overall, the personnel were extremely nice. The facility itself is a flashback to the 1970s. Some refurbishing needed. Attention to detail needed like repairing poor tile grout installation in bathroom. Beds were comfortable, we slept well. There was no daily room cleaning. We are okay with reusing towels once or twice, but had to request fresh ones the third day of stay. Amenities like coffee bar were a plus.

2026-08-03 via Tripadvisor
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Nadine couple us
8
Great value and view for the mountains!
Pros:

Location is excellent, great view of mountains. Room was clean and comfortable. Great value!

Cons:

Unfortunately, we had very rude neighbors who kept making noise and shouting until 1 AM both nights of our stay. While I know this isn't the hotel's fault, it definitely impacted our experience.

Regarding breakfast, the options were very limited and strictly cold. Even the boiled eggs and bacon were served cold, which is not really to my taste.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
P
Paul solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Location of the hotel

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Maly solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

It's an older complex that the awesome new owners are continually updating. The hospitality outweighs any shortfalls. The elevated front deck serves as a great overlook year round both day and night.
The game room features 2 pool tables and numerous video games. They also provide bunches of family oriented board games. Not the fanciest, but the most pleasant family friendly establishment in Estes. We had actually stayed a year ago on New Year's Eve as a family group of 10. It was shortly after the new ownership, and to see the progress is amazing.
Thanks guys, Daryl

Cons:

There could be more trash cans around along with a few designated smoking areas. There were a few butts lying around.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Yarden solo_traveller il
7
Nice hotel for one or two nights
Pros:

The staff was very helpful and nice. Many parking spacefor free. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

The room was ok, but need to renew the room and the
bathroom

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Liked the coziness of the place.

Cons:

Our room may have been a smoking room before, so it had a funny odor.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Kelly couple es
6
2026-08-02 via Nuitee