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Blue Door Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina

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Exterior
Free continental breakfast
Terrace/patio
Exterior
View from property
Blue Door Inn combines comfort with outdoor enjoyment. It features a peaceful garden, continental breakfast, and free WiFi. Travelers love the seasonal outdoor pool after golfing on the grounds. Efficient express check-in adds convenience to the experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool

Room options

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1220 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Estes Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Estes Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Door Inn

Motel near Lake Estes Marina
Located close to Stanley Village and Stanley Museum, Blue Door Inn provides free continental breakfast, golfing on site, and a garden. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Door Inn boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1958
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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 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 and cash
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
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Blue Door Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel
Blue Door Inn Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Door Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Blue Door Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Door Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Door Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Door Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Door Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Estes Marina, Stanley Village, and Stanley Museum. Aspen and Evergreen Gallery and Barlow Plaza are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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