Ponderosa Lodge

Estes Park lodge on river

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Dates

November 2025

27

December 2025

Near Rocky Mountain National Park, Ponderosa Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a firepit, garden, and playground. Unwind in the spa tub or explore the great outdoors with fishing nearby. With an outdoor entertainment area and library to enjoy during downtime.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Housekeeping (on request)
Garden
Library
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Limited hour front desk
Playground

Feel at home (6)

Playground on site
Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Garden

$108 nightly

Dec 2 - Dec 3

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 27 - Nov 28

Tomorrow

Nov 28 - Nov 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Double Queen Room

Exceptional

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

Exceptional

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

Wonderful

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

Exceptional

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

Exceptional

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

Exceptional

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

Exceptional

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

Similar properties

Free parking
Free WiFi
Child-friendly activities
Non-smoking

$88 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1820 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

Alluvial Fan - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Historic Estes Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Rocky Mountain National Park - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Bear Lake Trailhead - 24 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 62 min drive
Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 98 min drive
Area shuttle

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

When you stay at Ponderosa Lodge, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 19 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

Playground

What to do

Fishing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

5 buildings/towers
Built in 1995
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

35-inch TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Freezer
Microwave
Dining table

More

Housekeeping on request
Access via exterior corridors

Fee & policy details

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Property Registration Number #146 Town of Estes Park

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ponderosa Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ponderosa Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ponderosa Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ponderosa Lodge?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Ponderosa Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Ponderosa Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Ponderosa Lodge like?

Ponderosa Lodge is located by the river, a short 11-minute walk from Alluvial Fan. Travelers give top marks for the lodge's prime location.

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Ponderosa Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The hot tub was a highly appreciated feature, available 24/7 and providing a great relief after hiking and a relaxing experience. (23 reviews)
The hot tub was a great relief and a very relaxing experience for guests. (7 reviews)

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Popular mentions

Room

River

Service staff

Location

Hot Tub

Balcony

Creeks

Bed

View

Biscuits

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 8, 2025

Everything was great!

Maria, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 18, 2025

Perfect location relaxing and very nice

maria, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 26, 2025

Everything was very nice except that the stove didn’t work. But the bed and living and dining areas were cozy. I especially enjoyed the large windows and balcony overlooking the river.

Gretchen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 27, 2025

Excellent location - friendly, helpful staff

Clinton, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 13, 2025

Beautiful location in Estes Park and around the corner from Rocky Mountain National Park!

Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 24, 2025

Great location! The room was spacious and clean and I loved to sleep cuddled by sound of the river

Niccolo, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 18, 2025

We loved staying here. Perfect location and room for what we were looking for. Would definitely book here again.

Jeremy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 20, 2025

Beautiful setting - great - Darrell the GM was extremely professional and friendly

Jack, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2025

What an amazing place to stay so beautiful and serene!!

Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 25, 2025

Great location and services. We loved it. Even had deer by our porch one night.

James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 29, 2025

Great location, overall very good - will stay there again when I go back to that area, The grill needs to be cleaned or replaced -

Chris, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 22, 2025

Not worth the money.

Not worth $600 for a 3 night stay. I was under the impression we would have a private cabin and not next to other people. The balcony can be accessed by your neighbors so you don’t have privacy. The hot tub smelled like mildew.

Ylynn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 25, 2025

Delightful property sitting next to the flowing river. Room 13 has beautiful patio and window where you can see and hear the water. Office staff was helpful and flexible. Close to RMNP and Estes Park. Great base for exploring the area. Wi-Fi is iffy around the property—sometimes strong and sometimes weak. Providing a stronger signal would make this property perfect

Sheryl, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Oct 6, 2025

Nobody home.

Way overpriced for what they offer. No one was ever in the office when I was there.

Leland, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 24, 2025

It was great, had elk right outside balcony in the morning. Very close to the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Derik, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 2, 2025

This was our third stay here - we love the location right on the river and close to park entrance. The hot tub is great, and the balconies overlooking the river are a favorite.

Heather, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 7, 2025

Great location but lacks in parking

Great location to most everything is Estes Park. The downfalls. The parking situation. Twice all 10ish spots were taken and we had to park at a neighboring lodge and walk in the middle of the night.

Rachelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 23, 2025

We had a wonderful time at the lodge! Our room faced the river and we were able to listen to rushing water all night! Very relaxing. The room was spacious , clean and comfortable. If is also super close to Rocky Mountain National Park a huge plus!

Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 15, 2025

Great!

I have arrived after the office hours but I received an email with detailed instructions how to check in. The room was very comfortable and clean. The sound of the stream was very calming but it was also nice that you could not hear it when the balcony doors were closed. For me it was just a short weekend trip and I wish I could stay longer.. next time..

anna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 5, 2025

Nice quiet area. Great people that run the place. Very informative of the surrounding area. Elk came walking right through the property. Would definitely stay there again.

Patrick, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 15, 2025

Ponderosa Lodge was awesome

We had a great stay. Loved this place. Very peaceful. Owner was friendly and responsive. Great location. Will plan to stay here again next time we are in Estes Park

Jeremy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 26, 2025

Great location, quiet and peaceful. No loud guests, everyone very kind.

Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 19, 2025

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.

Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 1, 2025

We had an amazing time . Very clean and quaint.

Elizabeth, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 5, 2025

Mixed review

Cute 1950’s updated lodge. Pretty location. Door code worked perfectly first day then we were locked out in the dark the second evening. They responded to our call within minutes. Early the next morning, the code failed again before we checked out.

2-night trip