Ponderosa Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Fall River mornings, pine-scented nights

Ponderosa Lodge keeps things simple and satisfying with rustic, cabin-style character and the steady soundtrack of the Fall River. Mornings start easily with in-room coffee and tea service, plus a mini-fridge and microwave for quick bites between adventures. Step onto a private balcony or terrace and let the river do the relaxing.

  • Riverbank fly fishing

    Cast a line steps from your door, then unwind in patio chairs by the stream.

  • Get to the park fast

    Set on Fall River Road between Estes Park and the Fall River Entrance.

  • Daily sweet treat

    Fresh cookies add an easy, comforting note to downtime between outings.

Amenities

  • Seasonal colored lights brighten the grounds
  • Outdoor fire pits for s’mores nights
  • Picnic tables for easy riverside meals
  • BBQ grills with stacked firewood on-site
  • On-site outdoor hot tub, available 24/7
  • Wildlife viewing by the river and cabins
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A room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a microwave, and a small kitchen area.

Double Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A cabin with a deck, stone patio, and a fire pit.

Riverview Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Kitchenette Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the wall.

Economy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed, a dining table, and chairs.

Corner River View Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for River View Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a fireplace, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

River View Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Ponderosa Room

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

The Ponderosa Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin RIVER VIEW

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
1820 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Alluvial Fan - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Stanley Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bear Lake Trailhead - 28 min drive - 27.6 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
  • ‪Bogey’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ponderosa Lodge

  • 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

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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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Reviews

Ponderosa Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hot tub was a highlight, available 24/7 and providing a relaxing experience with a beautiful river view. (31 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a great relief after hiking and a wonderful way to relax. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay and explore nearby area.
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10/10 Exceptional

The shared patio out by Fall River was amazing, could’ve sat there all night and just enjoyed the sounds of the river and looking up at the stars.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had the best time here! So calm and peaceful- we will be back
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The location was convenient, making it easy to explore the area and enjoy everything nearby.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff here were very kind and helpful. Check in was so easy with their communication. Location 10! Nice to have the sound of the river to lull me to sleep!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place and Tim is a friendly and helpful host
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10/10 Exceptional

The lodge is in a beautiful spot in Estes Park right by Falls River and close to an entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the river and not far from the entrance to RMNP. Room was clean and comfortable and the kitchenette had everything we needed. We loved our stay and look forward to returning in the future!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean property!
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool place to stay. Caught a rainbow trout in the river next to the lodge.
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is in a beautiful location on the river! Very well maintained! We stayed for 3 days and is very convenient. So close to RMNP and minutes to downtown! We loved it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean Room and excellent location
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the Ponderosa! So cozy & relaxing. The river view & decks with the hammock swings were amazing. Elk right outside our room on the river . We will definitely be back for our next stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place right along a river. Greeted by a family of deer as we drove onto property. Patio right on the river. Kitchen with fridge , microwave and stove, with propane grill in community area. Minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park entrance.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, charming, wonderful location, friendly staff. Next time you are in Estes Park, stay here.
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8/10 Very good

Lodge was old and a little dirty, but it well-surpassed our expectations. Staff were nice and helpful (except for the time they barged in our room in the morning without notice). River sound was also nice - I wish those mesh screens weren't torn and we could leave the windows open. Overall, we were happy and may return.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great very nice and clean and cozy will definitely stay again and great service very nice and friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great place to stay! The room was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the river!
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8/10 Very good

The reviews for this place were excellent. I was kind of disappointed and the condition of the property. Although we were next to the river, which I loved, the main raid was on the other side of the river. So I made it quite noisy. Also, the bathroom shower had a restrictor on it so you had a trickle of water when you took a shower. On the plus side it was only a few miles from the entrance to Rocky Mountain Park.
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10/10 Exceptional

The sound of the river from our room instantly relaxes me. Love it here. Will be back again and again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed one night. Property was lovely. Room was clean, and cute aesthetically. Would stay again:)
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Super clean, wonderful room, comfy bed, great location with easy access to RMNP.
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8/10 Very good

Overall our stay at Ponderosa Lodge was acceptable with some updates and a helpful staff. Our room was dated but comfortable. We had no real negatives except the parking lot. It would be helpful if the stalls were better identified. Other guests would take up too much area when parking. This forced us to use a backup lot further away. I realize it's not the lodges fault but there must be a better way to identity the vehicle stalls. Maybe angle the stalls more so people have a better visual. Anyway, it is a nice base camp to RMNP and Estes Park. we enjoyed our stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the ponderosa Room. Very clean and cozy. We felt like we were deep in to the woods without being away from the City, stores, etc.
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6/10 Good

The location was fantastic and the room was pretty spacious. Loved the back deck with a table and chairs to relax by the river. The one downside, and reason I would not stay here again, was how uncomfortable the bed was. The pillows were even worse, super hard and flat. It really made for poor sleep. If you enjoy an extra firm mattress and travel with your own pillows, you might consider staying here.