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Columbine Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers find a comfortable mountain retreat near The Stanley Hotel with WiFi keeping them connected and barbecue grills for easy outdoor dining

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The Columbine Inn offers a welcoming base near Rocky Mountain National Park. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and free self-parking. The helpful staff gets positive reviews, and the barbecue grills make outdoor meals enjoyable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio, Corner | Private kitchenette | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio, Corner

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Estes Park, Columbine Inn is in the mountains. The Stanley Hotel and Historic Estes Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Estes Marina and Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course. Mustang Mountain Coaster and Estes Park Memorial Observatory are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Estes Park travel guide
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1540 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Nymph Lake with Lily Pads Sunset View, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
    Lake Estes
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Estes Park has been one of my favorite #roadtrip destinations. It is so impressive driving into the park with views like this.
    Historic Estes Park
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO. is a popular tourist destination.
    The Stanley Hotel
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lake Estes Marina
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stanley Park
    4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Notchtop Bakery & Café
    2 min drive
  • You Need Pie!
    2 min drive
  • Claire's Restaurant and Bar
    3 min drive

About this property

Columbine Inn

Motel near The Stanley Hotel
Close to Rocky Mountain National Park, Columbine Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Columbine Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Columbine Inn Estes Park
Columbine Inn
Columbine Estes Park
Columbine Hotel Estes Park
Columbine Inn Motel
Columbine Inn Estes Park
Columbine Inn Adults Only
Columbine Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Columbine Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Columbine Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Columbine Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Columbine Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Estes Marina and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from The Stanley Hotel. Lake Estes and Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Columbine Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 749 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly and helpful staff, convenient location right off the main highway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were updated and very clean. Staff was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radhika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!! Estes Park is a great town to live in to visit Rocky Mountains, and Columbine inn was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how central it was to the national park and also the cleanliness! Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room, quiet. Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations and attentive staff. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy these “simple” properties where you can park by your door (easy luggage unload/load), super clean room, comfortable bed and actual friendly service. This place is just right.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay in clean modern hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super clean and the management was sooo friendly! I would definitely stay here again. Great location as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this place. This is our second year staying there. Simple but very stylish and well done. Very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean. Staff is very friendly Everything is excellent. I’ll come back and tell my family and friends about Columbine in hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a smaller, recently remodeled hotel. The rooms are on the smaller side, but this is Estes Park, you should be outside and not in your hotel room. The staff were very friendly and the rooms were kept clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean and well-kept. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

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

Friendly

Easy check in and front desk person was very friendly and welcoming. I appreciate the accommodations including availability of microwave and fridge in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, friendly owners. Very clean and room was recently renovated. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So quiet and peaceful. Super friendly staff. Very clean. Nice room decor (not all white)! SOFT sheets and comfortable bed. And even a REAL KEY for the door! No fussing with a card that may or may not work!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old school motel that is well kept, clean, and very cozy. I would recommend this property for anybody wanting a quiet comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, rooms have been recently updated and very clean. Outside area well maintained and plenty of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Originally I would’ve thought pulling in to the hotel it was outdated but it fits perfect for the vibe of the Estes Park area! Our room was very clean, towels and linens were soft and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and helpful. Always nice to see a wonderful smile on the receptionist's face!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEIFANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay! Elk visit the place almost everyday. We saw elk groups hanging around the place for quite some time. 15 minutes drive to the park. Extremely convenient. The staff members are very friendly and helpful. We’ll be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful with suggestions for dining and activity. Room was very clean and recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Superior King Corner Room. It was spacious, clean and very well appointed. We were very pleased with the room. Comfy bed, great kitchen area, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice place that's been updated. Loved the little porch area. The staff/owners were very nice and welcoming. So happy to find a new place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy. Great cabin feel. Well maintained. Very friendly and professional staff. The bed was a little squeeky and toilet seat was plastic, felt cheap and moved around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025