Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Hard beds
Parking difficulties
Occasional cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but some guests noted issues with hard beds and overall comfort.
Service
9.99
Guests highlighted friendly and helpful staff, creating a positive service experience.
Location
9.79
Location is frequently praised for its proximity to hiking trails and attractions.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms were found comfortable, but complaints of hard beds and difficult parking were noted.
Amenities
9.07
Amenities like BBQs and hot tubs drew positive remarks, though some issues were raised.
Value for Money
9.53
Overall, guests felt they received good value for the price, especially given the location.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food quality could not be assessed due to lack of comments.
Overall Experience
9.55
Guests generally enjoyed their stay with many expressing intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:29

Property Description

Welcome to Ponderosa Lodge, your cozy retreat in Estes Park!

Shared Kitchen and BBQ Area: Indulge in culinary delights with our shared kitchen facilities, perfect for preparing meals. Enjoy a sizzling BBQ experience with loved ones at our dedicated barbecue area.

Children's Playground: Keep the little ones entertained at our children's playground, ensuring a fun-filled stay for families.

Outdoor Activities: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Estes Park with activities like fishing, promising unforgettable experiences for nature enthusiasts.

Book your stay at Ponderosa Lodge now for a memorable getaway 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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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 889 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 9.07
Value for Money: 9.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 9.55
E
Erica • solo_traveller • us
10
Nice clean, quiet place
Pros:

Very clean and quiet

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
D
Dennis • couple • us
10
Pros:

Easy to get to, easy to book

Cons:

I didn’t see elk on the property!!! Haha

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
C
Christina • couple • us
10
It was nice and relaxing.
Pros:

The stay was excellent, the river views were AMAZING!!! It was very relaxing. Only problem I had was the bed wasnt very comfortable, the electric fireplace was a prefect touch to the room.

Cons:

The bed wasn’t comfortable.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
D
Dennis • couple • us
10
Pros:

Easy to get to

Cons:

Steps

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • us
6
Cabin was clean and location was great. Access was a little restricted and needed better lighting at night.
Pros:

Location was excellent

Cons:

Location

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
T
Timothy • couple • us
8
Nice Stay
Pros:

Room #1 was a nice size with a little bit of privacy between the main bed and fold out couch. Very clean room and nice common areas including community firepit hottub and creek.Pull out couch had a memory foam mattress that was comfortable for one.

Cons:

Couch fabric was showing its age. Fold out couch mechanism was showing wear in springs that would have likely made it uncomfortable for 2 people. Highway noise while on backporch but not so bad, especially since you will probably be out and about during the day.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • us
8
Overall great property with a lot to offer for guests
Pros:

Wonderful, friendly staff. They have a “supply” room for guests with so many things to borrow which is great. The outdoor space is private and inviting which creates a great atmosphere to relax after a day of exploring. The river also offers great fishing opportunities. And great location if you want to get away from the noise of Estes!

Cons:

Unsure if the adjoining rooms had their heat cranked, but our room was unbearably warm and there is no AC. The portable fan did little to help and we continually had to open the patio door to try to cool the room down, wasn’t ideal since we opened to a community deck. Honestly the only downfall of this property, not fun when you are unable to sleep.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
C
Cinthia • couple • us
10
Loved it, would go back
Pros:

The location

Cons:

That the bed was right by the door

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Skye • family_with_children • us
8
Good location, difficult to park car.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Beds were not comfortable

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Sander • couple • us
6
Pleasant but somewhat disappointing and not a restful night's sleep 2 or 3 nights there.
Pros:

Convenient to the Rocky Mountain National Park entrance! Close to the Gateway Restaurant and Park Ranger information center. The screen door onto the porch provided cooling air and a pleasant sound from the creek off the back porch.

Cons:

No meals were apparently offered. If they were provided elsewhere, we did not find them.
Air Conditioning was advertised online but not present. Sleeping was subsequently difficult as the room temperature exceeded our comfort level. We used the floor fan near the back screen door to bring cooler air into the room successfully. But as the screen door on the porch was in disrepair (broken lock handle, gap in weather stripping not sealed), we could not leave the back door open for ventilation overnight for fear of bugs and mice entering the room as a means of resolving the excessive warmth of the room, despite the floor fan's helping airflow. Questions during our three day stay were mainly resolved by texting management as the office was never open when we were looking for someone to talk with. However, text messages were promply answered.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
J
Janelle • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Darcie • couple • us
9
All in all a good location. Likes the creek running by the property it was relaxing.
Pros:

Close to Rocky Mtn NP

Cons:

Parking was tight.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
N
Nancy • couple • us
5
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
E
Eric • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Great location close to the park entrance!

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
R
Robin • couple • us
8
Overall, the room was nice, and the views and location on the water were excellent.
Cons:

The bed was uncomfortable and the loveseat was dirty.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
I
Irina • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Norma • solo_traveller • us
9
Thanks Ponderosa Lodge!
Pros:

Very home-like. The balcony that overlooked the river was a calming experience.

Cons:

Although due to the season air conditioning wasn't needed, the room got a little stuffy with no air movement.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee