Murphy's River Lodge

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A river with a Christmas tree decorated with lights. - Murphy's River Lodge (Estes Park)
A lodge with multiple wooden buildings, outdoor seating, and a stream. - Murphy's River Lodge (Estes Park)
A wooden cabin with a deck overlooking a river. - Murphy's River Lodge (Estes Park)
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, lounge chairs, and a sauna area. - Murphy's River Lodge (Estes Park)
A wooden deck with metal chairs overlooking a river and forested mountains. - Murphy's River Lodge (Estes Park)
Located close to The Stanley Hotel, Murphy's River Lodge provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

  • River view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two King Deluxe

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Estes Park, Murphy's River Lodge is in a shopping district and on a river. The Stanley Hotel and Open Air Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Estes Park Memorial Observatory and Mustang Mountain Coaster. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and ski equipment rentals, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and sledding. Visit our Estes Park travel guide
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Map
481 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting mountains and a small town with houses and trees.
    Historic Estes Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A fox by a river with rocks and greenery.
    Bond Park
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a town nestled in a valley, surrounded by dense forests and snow-capped peaks in the distance.
    Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A mountain range, a lake with lily pads, and a forest of evergreen trees.
    Lake Estes
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A large white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
    The Stanley Hotel
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Coffee on the Rocks
    20 min walk
  • Kind Coffee
    16 min walk
  • Bogey’s
    11 min walk
  • Penelope's Old Time Burgers
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle up to 20 m
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1983
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting 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

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 1.0 per day
  • 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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The hotel's policy requires at least one guest 21 years or older in the room at all times. Minimum age to book a room at this hotel is 21 years of age.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Murphy's River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Murphy's River Lodge 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. 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 Murphy's River Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Murphy's River Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Murphy's River Lodge located?

This family-friendly Estes Park lodge is located on a river, just steps from Performance Park and Mrs. Walsh's Garden. Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Murphy's River Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Felt like a Mountain Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location. Continental breakfast was pretty basic, but certainly adequate. Loved the dvd library, free popcorn, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a nice little porch riverside. Great location with only a short walk to town or a trolley stop next door. Nice continental breakfast room with juice, coffee, and pastries.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is a little bit small but overall a good stay. I would recommend staying there for its proximity to downtown Estes park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is walkable to town, has a swimming pool and a hot tub & continental breakfast. The staff is delightful & kind on check in and with my questions. As I checked out the nice guy behind the desk said do you want a water bottle for the road I said yes, and it had a candy bar taped to it. Silly but wonderful. My room was ready early. My son’s room was ready early. I had a room right over the river and it was beautiful. The property is older, but well maintained the bed was very comfortable. The towels were white and spotless and good quality. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nasreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location. It was just a very short walk to all the shops and food. It was right on the river. Very nice lodge style motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

TODD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location on the Fall River but close enough to downtown Estes Park you can easily walk to great restaurants and entertainment/shops. That's what makes this a cool spot in my opinion. The actual rooms were dated but clean and the staff was very friendly. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathryn Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love location to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very helpful staff, loved the river. Walking distance to downtown Estes Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice hotel for the price. Room very clean, appreciated the microwave and freezer. The free continental breakfast was a nice amenity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s always clean kept Heidi and the staff is always friendly. Would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jerred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything is clean and well kept, just an older place needing love
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the hotel. A little worn but perfect for us and our dog. Great location about 1/2 mile walk to the center of town. Less than 20 minute drive into Rocky Mtn. National Park. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring Rocky Mtn Natl Park. Clean spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. Provided suggestions for the area. Property is older and was a bit noisy- suggest requesting room on 2nd floor away from the stairs. Overall decent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved, great view wonderful staff and people. Close to a lot of things.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was extremely family friends and beautiful. Staff was amazing and super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the room was clean and the continental breakfast was great the lady was on top of it when it came to replentishiing items and keeping things clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cory

Liked: Staff & service
Super outdated and under maintained. A/C was a broken window unit. It’s essentially a higher priced motel. Bed and towels were clean and staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location was beautiful. convenient to all of the shops. room was clean and spacious. Pool was warm and hot tub was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. It was a 20 minute drive to either national park entrances. It was a short walk to most of the shops and restaurants in Estes Park. The staff was very friendly. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful , friendly, responsive. Continental breakfast was ok, could have been better. The only cooking they did was boiled eggs, everything was packaged purchased at a grocery store.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and the views were great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025