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Expedition Lodge Estes Park

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Lake Estes Marina

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Front of property
Mountain view
Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1701 N Lake Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Estes Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(107 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Mountain view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(52 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(98 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

7.8 out of 10
Good
(60 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Lake Estes Marina is a short stroll from Expedition Lodge Estes Park, and other popular attractions like Historic Estes Park are within a mile (2 km). This 130-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Estes Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Historic Estes Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bond Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Expedition Lodge Estes Park

Hotel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Lake Estes Marina
Guests of Expedition Lodge Estes Park enjoy an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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: 7:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Estes Park Rodeway Inn
Rocky Mountain Hotel Estes Park
Rodeway Inn Hotel Estes Park
Rodeway Inn Estes Park Hotel Estes Park
Rodeway Inn Estes Park Hotel
Estes Park Rodeway Inn
Rodeway Estes Park
Expedition Lodge Estes Park Hotel
Expedition Lodge Estes Park Estes Park
Rocky Mountain Hotel Conference Center
Expedition Lodge Estes Park Hotel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

Expedition Lodge Estes Park provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

This hotel in Estes Park is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Estes Marina and Lake Estes. You'll also find Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Expedition Lodge Estes Park have a casino?

No, Expedition Lodge Estes Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as an indoor pool and wedding services.

Are there hot tubs at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Expedition Lodge Estes Park have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Expedition Lodge Estes Park offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Expedition Lodge Estes Park allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Expedition Lodge Estes Park for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Expedition Lodge Estes Park have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

The closest major airport to Expedition Lodge Estes Park is Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal), which is about 26 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Expedition Lodge Estes Park?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy lake or mountain views.

Does Expedition Lodge Estes Park host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Expedition Lodge Estes Park if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Expedition Lodge Estes Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 812 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 812 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 812 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 812 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 812 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Room was clean. The breakfast was unusual but very good. Elk stew for breakfast, what an idea. It was so good!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and clean. Quirky layout that includes a lot of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice and the room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast could use some work. I’d pay more to have better options. Dennis
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent Reception Front desk gal , "Javeia" she greeted us with a Warm Welcome. Very Helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Expedition Lodge is very quirky and different, but in a good way! Definitely not a cookie cutter chain hotel...and you should like stairs, lol. The lodge seems to be built on a hill and there are several short sets of stairs in all directions from the lobby. There is an elevator that will bring you to some of the rooms, though. Front desk staff were very friendly and efficient, and provided suggestions on our RMNP itinerary. The lodge had THE MOST unique breakfast I've ever experienced where you could opt for breakfast or lunch-type options. They are renovating certain areas, too. We were very happy with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
The trim on the bottom of the exterior door needs to be tacked up. The new upper patio is beautiful and will be amazing once it is completed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca S, Fairfax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 4 nights in August of 2025. Room was very clean. Only gripe is that AC unit read dirty filter and shower was problematic. The shower temperature kept changing while I was showering-going from lukewarm to scorching hot. The showerhead was really low too. I'm 5'8" and hate to imagine what it would be like for someone who is actually tall. I was on the 1st floor and still had to navigate 10 steps to get to my room so that may be a challenge for someone with mobility issues. Most rooms are interior. There are a few that you can just park outside of. I did not use the free breakfast so I can't comment on that. I didn't use the indoor pool but it looked nice. The motel is located on the edge of town but still a short drive to the Beaver Meadows entrance of the park. Next time I would stay somewhere where I could park outside of the door. There are so many places to choose from in Estes Park and many have that feature with hopefully a better shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanet, Lutz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

Great value, close to town and the park entrance

Convenient, clean, with a breakfast option and friendly, knowledgeable staff. This time our room did smell like smoke, however, so we spent the first half day airing it out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Apryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They offered free breakfast and complementary water, coffee, tea in the lobby. Staff was really friendly. Antonio's New York Style pizza is nearby and is a must eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable, but sometimes inconvenient

Initial thoughts when we arrived were that the property was clean, the room spacious (king with balcony), and everything looked clean. The bathroom was large and clean, but the towel holder on the door was a joke and fell off when anything touched it. The water temperature varied. Sometimes we got hot water right away and sometimes we only got room temperature water. The bed was comfortable and the table and chairs in our room were adequate for our stay. The refrigerator knob was missing and was on the colder side, so items sometimes froze. The balcony was a miss for us. It overlooked the parking lot, a large (thankfully one story) warehouse and a cabin across the way. The breakfast buffet is nontraditional and we mostly avoided it. The laundry room was a miss as well with three working washers and only one functioning dryer. We went to the laundry mat instead. The hotel has stairs (most used) and one elevator with three two-story sections on varying levels. Finally, sometimes the hallways smelled VERY strongly of pot or febreeze and neighbors could be heard coming/going/talking loudly in their rooms next to us when we had them.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

tamara, ankeny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly/ professional staff, good breakfast. Only negative would be the noise. Could hear neighbors, road noise, and air conditioner was very loud. Had to wear ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

STELLA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Appreciate that I could do early check in. Felt safe in the area which is always a priority. Poorly lit room, lamp must have not been plugged in since I light bulbs. Awful coffee but to be honest I would still recommend the place because feeling safe is the best of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Very clean. AC fan did not work well until next morning when we were ready to checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable, the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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