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Elkhorn Lodge

2.0 star property
Riverside lodge in Chama with free parking

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Outdoor banquet area
Exterior
Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette
Lobby
Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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2663 S HWY 84, Chama, NM, 87520
  • Place, Rio Chama
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Heron Lake State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Superior Mobile Home | Living area

Superior Mobile Home

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Family Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Premier Mobile Home | Living area

Premier Mobile Home

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Chama

At Elkhorn Lodge, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and 28.9 km (18 mi) from Carson National Forest. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and barbecues. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area, a picnic area and a gift shop. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Chama lodge, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Rio Chama and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Edward Sargent Wildlife Management Area.
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What's nearby

  • Rio Chama - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cumbres Pass - 19 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Heron Lake State Park - 24 min drive - 29.9 km
  • El Vado Lake State Park - 37 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rio Chama Coffee And Espresso Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fina's Restaurant - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elk Horn Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santy's Taco Shop - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Elkhorn Lodge

Riverside lodge in Chama with free parking
As a guest of Elkhorn Lodge, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands. WiFi is free in public spaces. Elkhorn Lodge also features a picnic area and a microwave in a common area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Elkhorn Lodge was completed in April 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Chama lodge.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1960
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Elkhorn Lodge offers 35 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1960
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Elkhorn Lodge.

Property is also known as

Elkhorn Lodge
Elkhorn Chama
Elkhorn Hotel Chama
Elkhorn Lodge Lodge
Elkhorn Lodge Chama
Elkhorn Lodge Lodge Chama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Elkhorn Lodge?

Elkhorn Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Elkhorn Lodge?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elkhorn Lodge on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$191.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Elkhorn Lodge?

Yep, Elkhorn Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elkhorn Lodge?

No, Elkhorn Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elkhorn Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Elkhorn Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Elkhorn Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 754 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Licinda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel would have been a great place back in the 1960s. Come 2025 a lot of upkeep and updating is needed. Our flooring felt like it was going to fall in, bathrooms needed to be updated. The room had an odor that you could not do away with. No air conditioning although we did have a big fan.. I have a hard time with the 8.4 rating on this property. If it had been refundable we would’ve declined.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Casita

We stayed in one of the mobile homes (47). It was very clean. The rooms were very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice, quiet, clean rooms, nice patio. Reasonable price. Really nice office guy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirk

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the clean room and the balcony. Loved the 3 lock system on the doors. Dislikes: the bed linens were not clean and the comforter was filthy. No AC, the dispensers in the shower did not work. Run down for the price. The part that takes the cake (from a professional electrician), is the power sketchy. Every time you try and use the microwave, the power dips really bad- a potential fire hazard! It was a really quiet place over all, lots of shade and didn't have to deal with barking dogs and loud neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the river is on site
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet place, good escape
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed and room were clean and comfortable. I enjoyed sitting on the front deck and by the river. I was alone and felt perfectly safe. Nice food and coffee options were 5 minutes down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MELANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We got key to our room. When we entered, room had not been cleaned! It was filthy. They did give us another room. That room looked like they hadn’t kept up with condition of rooms. Grout missing from tiles in bathroom. No stopper for bath tub to take a bath, floors needed a good scrubbing! How can you give a room to someone not knowing that it hadn’t been cleaned if you were the person in charge. I will definitely not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

Very cozy setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very run down and I would not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Was an awesome stay, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RANDON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice mountain stay

nice quiet place to stay near river. appreciated the comfort and cleanliness. it is an older place, but it works well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at the Elkhorn. The rooms are good sized, really clean and the beds are super comfortable. Will look forward to staying here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness was very good. The lighting was dim for reading.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is "tired" and needs an update. Thermostat on wall had no cover. Room lighting terrible. Pole lamps at head of each bed and desk lamp bestween beds). The ONLY ice machine was at other end of a block-long row of cabins. You have to dip room's ice bucket into ice reservoir since no scoop is provided (apparently to discourage ice chest filling since bags of ice are sold in office.) Bed mattress was okay, but whole head of bed tilted up when you sat on foot edge. Sheets were thin with some old stains on them even though they were washed. Room's only "sitting" chair was very old and dirty looking. Room has no AC. Not a problem when nights are in 50's but not comfortable during Summer days...plus no method of reducing allergins since no filtered AC. TV options were strange with few popular channels. Sound on TV worse than audio on a cheap bedside radio. Only national news that worked on the "newsmix" channel was CNN. WiFi was totally inoperable. Excuse offered was the provider's link hit by lightning. After I asked, clerk gave us $15 off per day forthe outage. That was appreciated, but we were cut off from email, messaging, etc. nevertheless. We had never been to this area but this lodge appears to be one of the more "worn out" lodges on the strip. I cannot recommend to other travelers. If we return to this area we will NOT pick this lodge. There are other options. Cafe next to lodge is not run by lodge owners and is OK.
No cover on heat thermostat.
Exterior view of a lodge room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

disappointed

luggage holder had 2 broken straps. bed did not fit the frame. metal pieces extend out several inches and hit ankle on them each time walked by the bed. any movement in the the bed caused the frame to make noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room was upstairs but there were no lights on the stairs, they were burnt out. We did address the issue with the front desk and she said they would put a bulb in but it never happened and it was pitch black even during the day. Room was "ok", very outdated and a little run down. The flooring was bubbled throughout the room. Also, the lights would flicker constantly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No ice machine, office did not adhere to office hours, cheep coffee maker with only 1 reg coffee bag to brew. Lights dimed and brightened constantly, i asked about it said it was because dryer was running concerning if elec was safe???? Shower head was at my neck level im 5'7". Floors the laminate was seperating at grooves extierior rails and trim peeling paint everything very weathered.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025