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Circle R Motel

2.0 star property
Art Deco motel in Salida with free parking

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Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Reception
Interior entrance
Circle R Motel is near the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center, offering free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and can visit the nearby SteamPlant Theater and Event Center after a relaxing day at the property.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Single Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Microwave
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Microwave
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds (No Pets)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Microwave
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
304 E Hwy 50, Salida, CO, 81201

What's nearby

  • Salida Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Salida Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mo Burrito - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mojo's Eatery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Little Red Hen Bakery - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Circle R Motel

Motel near Rocky Mountain Mini Golf
Located close to Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center, Circle R Motel provides laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, coffee/tea in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Circle R Motel offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers and shampoo
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, heating, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1948
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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 debit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Circle R Motel Salida
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Circle r Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Circle R Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Circle R Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Circle R Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Circle R Motel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Circle R Motel located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Rocky Mountain Mini Golf, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center, and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center. Salida Golf Club and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Circle R Motel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 879 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chauncey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a great spot
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dreher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and was well priced and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very pleasant and answered all our questions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An interesting 1950's drive in themed motel. Quiet and comfortable, which is what I wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
It’s an average stop in a great town. Better options abound for overall quality, I usually stay here because the rooms are generally cheaper.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and every thing I needed for a peaceful nights rest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenzye

Cute motel for our two day stay for a rafting trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really charming motel, manager was very nice with cute puppy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for thru hikers, good value and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

4/10 Poor

Marion

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will never stay there ever again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff is very helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outside patio with firepit abd nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a totally cool restored motor court hotel! Great rooms all modernized but still looks like 1950, love it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun little place to stay while in Salida with my son, staying for a week - easy in and out, safe, staff is responsive and kind. Great to have microwave and fridge for quick prep for leftovers. Easy access to downtown, the city pool, food and trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

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

Great budget property

A nice stay at a budget friendly property. Check in was fast and easy, and the clerk was friendly and efficient. The bed was super comfortable, and the room was clean and in good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The theme and decor of the motel is retro and very cute. Very affordable pricing, which is the main reason we picked this motel. The staff we dealt with was nice and friendly. The room wasn't huge but it worked for our needs. Had all necessary amenities in the room. The bed was ok, we always struggle finding a hotel/motel with a bed comfortable enough for us, but it wasn't terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was somewhat cute, I.e., retro, but was rather cramped. Sat wooden suitcase rack up and it fell apart. Shower worked great, but bathroom sink fixture was extremely loose. Coffee pot wasn’t plugged in, no great place to set it for operation. Parking was convenient as was check-in & check-out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
didn't
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ava

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

Wonderful Stay

Our stay at Circle R Motel was wonderful. Check in was great, very quick and very nice staff. Rooms are spacious, bathrooms are clean. Free EV charging was a bonus!! I also appreciated that shampoo/conditioner/etc. were provided but in an environmentally-friendly way. Perfect place to rest to fuel our outdoor adventures.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
All the basic conveniences, but paint peeling in shower area, very noisy ac unit and poor visibility at night as sign not lit. Nice fluffy pillows and bulk supply of soap, conditioner and shampoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here 2 yr in a row. The lack of ice machine is the only thing to complain about. It's always clean, walking distance to coffee shop, restaraunt, etc. Not but 2 mi from Safeway. We like staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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