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Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, near The Stanley Hotel

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Discovery Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(115 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Balcony Double Queen

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

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Balcony Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Discovery King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Mountain View

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Queen Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Cabin

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

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Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Located in Grand Estates within a short walk of The Stanley Hotel, Discovery Lodge is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Rocky Mountain National Park. This 59-room, 3-star lodge has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Estes - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bond Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stanley Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Discovery Lodge

Lodge with free breakfast, near The Stanley Hotel
Guests of Discovery Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and free newspapers.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1966
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property uses solar energy
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Discovery Estes Park
Discovery Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Hotel Estes Park
Discovery Motel Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Discovery Lodge?

This lodge is situated in Grand Estates, just steps from Historic Estes Park and Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course, and within a short walk of Stanley Village. You'll also find Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Discovery Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Free RV/bus/truck parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Discovery Lodge include a casino?

No, Discovery Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Discovery Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Discovery Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and garden views.

Does Discovery Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, this lodge has a spa tub.

Does Discovery Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Discovery Lodge serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does Discovery Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Discovery Lodge for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Discovery Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

How close is the airport from Discovery Lodge?

The closest major airport to Discovery Lodge is Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal), which is about 26.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Discovery Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden or mountain views.

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1128 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a quiet and quaint little lodge. The place is old but room was modernized and very clean. Staff very pleasant. Lots of room on the grounds to walk around and a gazebo with picnic tables. Breakfast was adequate but no hot food options. We even saw an elk on the property grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elk grazing all over grounds. Added to experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location during prime Elk viewing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Just a one night stay.

Location right outside of town. Not walkable to the down town. Had a second floor room, although the parking was at the front door. Nice outside balcony. Small mini-fridge with no freezer. Microwave (we don’t use) coffee maker with hotel pods (didn’t use). Shower and bathroom worked as they should. Bed (King) placed where it only could and that only allowed enough room for one person to stand at the foot of the bed and the other person could not pass by. On site ice machine. We left before the ‘free breakfast’ so we cannot advise to that. It was the first stop on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

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

A place to stay in Estes Park, Colorado.

My husband & I were happy with our choice to stay at Dicovery Lodge!! Our unit had a view of golf course & pond……but the best part was the nature. There were elk & geese walking on the property! My husband just sat outside on his chair & took pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liang

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, and we met ELK here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chinmoy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were ok, but we had dogs upstairs from us that barked constantly. When I finally complained, they did talk to the people. It was an old property and looked old!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Y

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a dome. No frill but adequate. Clean and quiet on a Monday night in late August. Only power outlets are in use for AC and light. Consider bringing a power strip. Insulation and soundproofing are quite good. 4-5 tents (6-7 total) were being used and we shared three full bathrooms. We never had to wait in line for the bathroom. Towels in the dome. Breakfast had waffles, toast, muffins, bagel, yogurt, coffee, fruit cups. You can also rent sand boards at the office. Overall a nice experience. Peppermint the cat was very friendly. I below he’s the real owner of this place ;)
Our dome
RV options
From the office
Peppermint the cat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lana, Pasadena

It’s at the end of town with little to nothing open. Very drab. Not sure why that end of town is deteriorated The hotel is ok and was fine for our 1 night stay. Other reviews made it sound quite nice. I was a bit disappointed. The air conditioner was loud and was a wall unit not central air. The bed was worn, but everything was quite clean. The breakfast the next morning was good. The staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa, Spalding

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Nice grounds. Was a little disappointed with breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madi

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Woman in office very good. Property dated but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didnt feel the bathrooms were clean because of odor. Liked seeing elk on golf course.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Nice hotel near RMNP!

Discovery Lodge is a nice home base for visiting Estes, with a quick drive to the park. It's located near the free trolley, which is worth checking out in advance to better plan your trip. Breakfast could definitely use improvements, and make sure to shop for water at the grocery store (nearby) in case their dispenser is not working. The rooms & beds were clean and comfortable, and view from the back balcony/ windows is beautiful. During the fall, elk are EVERYWHERE! This trip was my 4th time to stay here. There are breweries, shops and restaurants closer into town- a trolley ride, longer walk or short drive. The Stanley was nice, but if you're visiting within two hours of closing they might be shutting down all around you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

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

Great Place

Bed was good, pillows could be better. Breakfast was a couple of boiled eggs, which you had to ask for. Other choices were sparse, such as there being only white bread for toast (no wheat or bagels) and there weren't any pastries. The property is kind of hard to get in and out of, but there was wildlife on property so that made our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

Great location & newly renovated room

Everything was great! Location was close to downtown shops and food. Enjoyed my stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristy

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
The bathtub was moldy other than that it was fine. You couldn’t see it until you took a bath. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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