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Discovery Lodge

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace. - Discovery Lodge (Estes Park)
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a brick fireplace. - Discovery Lodge (Estes Park)
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, wooden chairs, and a large window offering a scenic view. - Discovery Lodge (Estes Park)
A person seated at a table with a fire pit in the foreground, surrounded by Adirondack chairs, with a mountainous landscape in the background. - Discovery Lodge (Estes Park)
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a kitchen area visible through the large windows. - Discovery Lodge (Estes Park)
A short walk from The Stanley Hotel, Discovery Lodge provides free continental breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like fishing and cycling at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a view of a beach through the window.

Discovery Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a heater, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with white linens, and a small wooden nightstand.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of mountains.

Balcony Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a refrigerator, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors.

Balcony Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Discovery King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a brick wall. There is a window with curtains, a table with a lamp, and a chair.

Standard Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a brick wall. There is a window with curtains, a table with a lamp, and a chair.

Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Exclusive Cabin | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Exclusive Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A log cabin-style room with two beds, a wooden table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Premium Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of mountains.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cabin BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Grand Estates, a neighborhood in Estes Park, Discovery Lodge is in the mountains and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, while Stanley Museum and Historic Park Theatre are cultural highlights. Estes Park Memorial Observatory and Trout Haven Fishing Pond are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Estes Park travel guide
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Map
800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting mountains and a small town with houses and trees.
    Historic Estes Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A mountain range, a lake with lily pads, and a forest of evergreen trees.
    Lake Estes
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
    The Stanley Hotel
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Estes Park Visitor Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Kind Coffee
    9 min walk
  • Notchtop Bakery & Café
    7 min walk
  • You Need Pie!
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1966
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval 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
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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
3 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Discovery Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Discovery Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Discovery Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Discovery Lodge located?

Located in Grand Estates, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course and The Stanley Hotel. Rocky Mountain National Park is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Discovery Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1344 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice people great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sajjad Farrukh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, big rooms, excellent views and location. The breakfast is great as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the property was located close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants/storez.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location-walk to town easily
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location to walk downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cool place to stay. So much wild life came to visit. Was a great place for my four year old. Great view! So nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenic views and lovely walking paths to lake and town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Overall nice establishment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great location. Beds were comfortable and the morning coffee is great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maysaa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice views. Very close to restaurants, shops and riverwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Natilee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was incredibly clean. The balcony is shared and not private. Outside furniture needs updating. It was a cute spot overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, clean room, and the staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room....but hotel was very old and needed a update....balcony i would not go out on as it felt very unsafe....staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean. The bed was comfortable, the view was fantastic, the shower was very good, the staff were helpful and the breakfast was also good. Not to mention a good location. There is a gazebo area, a small pond and a hot tub. We would've stayed another day if our schedule would've permitted. I would visit this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the Rocky Mountains, easily walkable to local amenities. Loved seeing the deer on the golf course and literally right outside our door. Plenty to eat at breakfast just a shame we missed out on the first morning as we had a really early start with timed entry for the Rockies. Never mind you win some you lose some (had to make do with a McDonalds muffin)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. We will definitely come back and love the wildlife on the property as well. Room 105 is a must have for tired hikers. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has a lot of charm. It’s a little worn and could use an update but the location is good for walking to the shuttles. Each room has a cute little patio or balcony you can sit on. The free breakfast was limited in options and they didn’t seem to be restocking anything so you should get there early. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. We would probably stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, good breakfast and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, good view . Staff was approachable and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is conveniently located near downtown Estes Park. The rooms were a nice size as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and provided what we needed. The continental breakfast was lacking and not as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older log cabin type motel, but rather quaint, view from balcony to lake and mountains (after parking lot) no hairdryer in room, but otherwise clean and nice. Great value in good location in Estes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026