Ponderosa Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverside lodge in Estes Park with free parking

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
Kitchenette Suite | View from room
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1820 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

Double Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Riverview Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Kitchenette Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Economy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Corner River View Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Ponderosa Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Outdoor play area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Estes Park

At Ponderosa Lodge you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Rocky Mountain National Park and 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from The Stanley Hotel. Highlights at this lodge include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues, a picnic area and express check-in. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Near this Estes Park lodge, you'll find Historic Estes Park.

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fall River Entrance Station - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ponderosa Lodge

Riverside lodge in Estes Park with free parking
Ponderosa Lodge offers its guests a library, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ponderosa Lodge also features a picnic area, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Ponderosa Lodge was completed in June 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Estes Park lodge.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ponderosa Lodge offers 19 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
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, Discover, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number #146 Town of Estes Park

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ponderosa Lodge?

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

Is parking available at Ponderosa Lodge?

Yep, Ponderosa Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Ponderosa Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ponderosa Lodge.

Is Ponderosa Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ponderosa Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ponderosa Lodge?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.