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Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property

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Balcony Queen | Front of property
Balcony Double Queen
Lake
Exclusive Cabin
Premium Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Stanley Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Discovery Double Queen

Discovery Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(110 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Queen

Balcony Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Queen Suite

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Balcony Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Discovery King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Cabin

Exclusive Cabin

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Estes Park

With a stay at Discovery Lodge in Estes Park (Grand Estates), you'll be steps from Historic Estes Park and 13 minutes by foot from The Stanley Hotel. .This lodge is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rocky Mountain National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Estes - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stanley Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Discovery Lodge

Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Historic Estes Park
Discovery Lodge offers 59 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Estes Park lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 40-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a hot tub and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Discovery Lodge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1966
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at check-out

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Discovery Estes Park
Discovery Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Hotel Estes Park
Discovery Motel Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 574 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1078 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, lots of space, clean. Location is awesome. We had a great stay and talked about how we would totally come back and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice quiet stay. Clean room. Lots of space to walk around and relax in the lodge grounds. Walking distance ti multiple shops and restaurants. Staff was not always available which was frustrating at times but overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was beautiful and very close to Rocky Mountain National Park. The check-in was seamless, the room was clean, and parking was a breeze. My minor concern was the hand soap and body wash were completely out. We called the front desk but nobody picked up, maybe because it was later in the evening. Free breakfast was provided, but it was very basic that we ended up eating out. Overall, I would definitely stay here again if I am back in Estes Park!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nuvenilda, Plano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cabin look inside the room. Very pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Time In Estes Park

Had a wonderful stay at this older motel. The room was extremely spacious. While the carpeting was old and curtains a little dated, the room was very comfortable. We had great views from windows on three sides. Even got lucky enough to see a small herd of mule deer come for a visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay, convenient location, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christoph

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

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I brought a larger group here and we got four rooms. Mostly, everything was good. I did tell the staff that my personal room didn't have hot water shortly after our arrival. They said they would fix it but I ended up without hot water. I'm personally extremely disappointed but I guess the other rooms were okay. I'll probably try somewhere else next time I go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

I'd stay again!

The room was recently updated and comfortable. Nothing crazy fancy but I'd definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the balcony, comfortable bed, and cute aesthetic! Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lodge outside the Rockies, conveniently located to the park. Upon entering the room there’s nothing that stands out that makes you go oh this is a good room! However, the bed was probably one of the most comfortable I’ve slept in while traveling.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Milton, Worcester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
GREAT Area..Friendly staff..Decend price . Only thing Breakfast not open on Time..2 days in a Row. 3rd day was open on Time other than that everything Good !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10/10 cleanliness. Great value. Will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

pamela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was so cute and Rustic feel . great for the mountain area!; Bed and pillows were comfy;!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome! Felt likemwe were stayimg in a cabin in the mountains! They even have fire pits and grills! Will definitely be back next time were in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quaint. Close to town. Small breakfast choice at property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside was run down. Room was clean and big. You can hear everything whole in your room. The curtains do not block out sunlight so no sleeping in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

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

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaival

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iveta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025