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The Outpost Rocky Mountains

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Historic Estes Park

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Front of property
Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1040 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Mountain View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View (Deluxe King Room)

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View (Deluxe King Room)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Estes Park

At The Outpost Rocky Mountains you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Grand Estates hotel include Lake Estes and Estes Park Museum.

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Estes Park Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Estes Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Outpost Rocky Mountains

Mountain hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Historic Estes Park
The Outpost Rocky Mountains offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Outpost Rocky Mountains also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Outpost Rocky Mountains was completed in June 2023.

This 3.5-star Estes Park hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
The Outpost Rocky Mountains offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Estes Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [130 Stanley Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 20 October 2025 to 14 May 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed during January, February, March, April, November and December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day

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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 01 September.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Estes Park
Econo Lodge Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

The Outpost Rocky Mountains offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

Yep, The Outpost Rocky Mountains has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

No, there is no spa at this property. The Stanley Hotel is a short 20-minute walk away.

Does The Outpost Rocky Mountains have a pool?

The Outpost Rocky Mountains has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from May 01 to September 01.

Is The Outpost Rocky Mountains family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as children's books and art supplies in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Outpost Rocky Mountains is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

No, The Outpost Rocky Mountains does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

Dogs are welcome at The Outpost Rocky Mountains, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Is there a golf course on site at The Outpost Rocky Mountains?

There isn't one on site, but Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course is a short 7-minute walk away.

The Outpost Rocky Mountains Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 244 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room is remodeled. But the heater was out. When we checked in, waited 15 mins no one showed up. We left for dinner, when we came back still no one there, no message how to contact.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location with a very quick drive to main street. Great views from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The interior of this hotel has been recently redone with tile floors and has a very European feel. I love that there is shelving - like an entire bookshelf - in the bathroom area for storing all of your travel gear and suitcases. When I checked in, they gave me a little brochure explaining how to use the room amenities along with QR codes for the websites to nearby attractions. I think one of my favorite things is that the room came with a softsided cooler that could be filled up with bottled water and ice in the lobby to take hiking. High altitude can really dehydrate you, so I love it that they are taking care of the physical well-being of their guests. Comfy bed and quiet. Cute place. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was nice. Walls are paper thin. People above us were dancing and jumping around all night. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavio

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

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, nice comfortable rooms, with plenty of space. Breakfast was a joke though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Staff seem to be a little bit clueless. Bed was very comfortable, but the room itself specifically the bathroom didn’t feel the most cleanly. Mostly just age, but you can definitely see some mold growth and the grout in the tile has had better days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMTHU

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Mae

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirt, old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a small and quiet place near town. Loved the vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana, French Lick

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Positives: modern lobby, spacious suite room w/ obvious updates, staff friendly. Negatives: unable to check us in on time, offered 20% discount but not given at checkout as said manager would take care of later, my friend and I both fell from chairs breaking in the room as they were falling apart, asked for room to be serviced one day and didn’t so took down trash myself and got fresh towels the 4 days we were there. My cousin got call from mgr and told her she could checkout for cursing at her staff and then realized she called wrong person. My cousin’s room had to be recleaned upon checkin as hair everywhere and sliding door wouldn’t lock. Website says free breakfast offered and half time no coffee and it was a few pastries and apples left out. While in lobby, Staff on phone with other complaints from guests. Not within easy walking distance of shopping as edge of town and on highway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda, Visalia

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
After first day staff disapeared. We were left alone on site except for a fill in worker who knew nothing about property and had no access to anything. No coffee, breakfast area worker disappeared leaving only stale, old food. Shower soap empty. No one to ask for more. Front desk staff completely disappeared. No explanations no appologies. We were left to fend for ourselves. Had to buy breakfast off site. Terrible stay, felt cheated
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated room. Friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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