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Ponderosa Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront lodge in Estes Park with free parking

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Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Kitchenette Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 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

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Riverview Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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

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Economy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 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

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Corner River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 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

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Living area

The Ponderosa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 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

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
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About the area

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1820 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO, 80517

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

  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Taphouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Himalayan Curry & Kebob - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ponderosa Lodge

Lodge remodelled in 2021 and located near Rocky Mountain National Park
Consider a stay at Ponderosa Lodge and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the fishing at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a library and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, express check-out and express check-in
  • Barbecues and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and dining tables. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • 35-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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
Property Registration Number #146 Town of Estes Park

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Alluvial Fan and within 3 miles (5 km) of The Stanley Hotel and Rocky Mountain National Park. Performance Park and Mrs. Walsh's Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Ponderosa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Loved the rustic feel of the room. The balcony with the view of the river was fantastic. Close to RMNP. Going to sleep hearing the water was so peaceful! Will definitely be staying here next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

We had an amazing time . Very clean and quaint.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location, quiet and peaceful. No loud guests, everyone very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We stayed in the beautiful Ponderosa Room with a private hot tub and wood burning stove. Everything you need is there - sink, mini fridge, stove. Staff was great and Estes Park is a great town to visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

This property was beautiful! It is tucked away and has a nice rustic cabin feel. The rooms are very nice. We stayed in a double queen room and there was plenty of space. The back door leads to a patio that overlooks the river and it is so beautiful! It was super easy to check in and out and the staff was very helpful with any questions we had. This location is also very close to several hikes and food spots in downtown Estes Park so it is super convenient! Overall a really great stay at Ponderosa Lodge!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

The property location is amazing. We love the patio/balcony with the hammock. Other room amenities are good as well. Love the key lock mechanism.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful setting, friendly staff, nice accommodations. Convenient to both town and the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Perfect spot for a weekend getaway. Hottub was great and loved the porch swings! The cookies everyday in the office were a nice touch. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Great place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Very welcoming, cozy and quiet place, I loved having a fireplace in the room and wood already available 💕
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very nice staff, beautiful room. Quiet and peaceful, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Arrived late and got the keys via late checkout. The lodge was really cozy and comfortable, enjoyed the fireplace. Really good place to stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Katie was very accommodating and a wealth of knowledge. The room was very quaint and beautiful. I was over looking the Fall River so that extra serenity was what I needed. Meeting Aspen and Darrell the next day was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

MIST STAY FOR MORE THAN 1 DAY. This place is amazing. The office lady is super kind and nice. She gave us cookies. She even went out of the way to give us an extra bed with blankets. The river is right next to the room. The balcony is overlooked the river. The hangout spot for hot tub, group fire, and picnic area are clean and nicely accommodated. The property is only 10mins away from the Rocky Mountain National Park. We will definitely comeback.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Very quiet place, nice and relaxing. Awesome that the hit tub was open 24/7. Manager was very polite, helpful and welcoming. Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Only one issue i found in that property was there were no trash bins outside of room or we could have not found it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I was allowed to check in early, and the manager was very helpful. Aspen the dog was also very friendly. The lodge is quite nice, and I would go back there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed one night. Staff was friendly and it’s a very cozy spot next to the river. Got to use the hot tube which was very relaxing with the sound of the river. The room itself was practical and was perfect for 1 adult and 2 kids. We used the wood burning fireplace and they also provided the wood. There is a playground and grilling area which in warmer weather would be a nice perk. Parking is tight but do able. Not the fanciest place/room up there but for the price I paid I would definitely go again. PS: the kids liked the dog “Aspen”
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent one week stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The property itself is extraordinarily beautiful and very cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Very quaint and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at the Ponderosa. The Hosts are absolutely wonderful very attentive. They are super friendly and love to just chat with their guests as well as go above and beyond to help them. The property is absolutely beautiful with a lovely little stream that passes right by it. Our favorite part of our stay was being able to open our porch door and just listen to the stream while enjoying a fire in the fireplace. Not enough good things to say about how much we enjoyed our stay. When we had to cut our stay a day short due to things back home they were more than willing to accommodate a refund for the night that we were missing even when we told them we weren't expecting it. We thought that we would just have to eat the cost but no the GM was able to assist us with getting that last night refunded. We will definitely be staying with the Ponderosa Lodge again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The Ponderosa was amazing. We enjoyed the hot tub and the privacy. The room was clean and cozy. The fireplace was wonderful. The host was very friendly and helpful. The cookies were a pleasant surprise. The drive to town was easy and also to the Rocky Mountain National Park. We loved this place and hope to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025