Blue Door Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina

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Surrounded by majestic mountains, this hotel offers a convenient parking area and a festive atmosphere.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast spread in a spacious room with a counter and cabinets, featuring a variety of bread, pastries, and beverages.
Experience the serene atmosphere of our picturesque surroundings, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and majestic mountain vistas.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains from this balcony.
Standalone building with a sloped roof and entrance area, set amidst a grassy field with trees.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
1220 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Lake Estes Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Stanley Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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Room options

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Studio Suite

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

Lake Estes Marina is a short stroll from Blue Door Inn, and other popular attractions like Stanley Village are within a mile (2 km). This motel has 49 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Estes Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Estes Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Blue Door Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina
Guests of Blue Door Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-in. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a garden.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1958
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • 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: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

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 day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 and cash
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Blue Door Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel
Blue Door Inn Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Blue Door Inn?

Blue Door Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Blue Door Inn?

This motel in Estes Park is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course and Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. You'll also find Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Blue Door Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Blue Door Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Blue Door Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Blue Door Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Blue Door Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Blue Door Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Blue Door Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Blue Door Inn offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Blue Door Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Blue Door Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day.

Does Blue Door Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Blue Door Inn?

The closest major airport to Blue Door Inn is Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal), which is about 26.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Blue Door Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at Blue Door Inn offer a balcony and may feature mountain views.

Blue Door Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1015 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Spartanburg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ish welcomed me in , made a wonderful breakfast each morning! He made check-in and check-out smooth and easy! Helped make hiking vacation even better !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren, Racine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Like most places in the area, this was an older hotel and lacked the fresh and modern amenities of newer hotels... but we knew that going into booking this motel. The staff was never at the front desk and at times the lobby had “closed” signs on the door in the middle of the day. The only reason we decided to book this hotel was because of its good reviews, which didn’t match what we experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lu

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tavish

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy our stays here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nizamuddin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and staff. Love the city and ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Berit Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay at this hotel. No complaints perfect for a few nights to see estes park. It was easy to find and check in was fast. Lots of parking and very walkable. When I got to my room it was a nice little room. The only thing that was off was the temperature. It was so hot in that room! Obviously I turned on the ac but it was an older one so it was very loud and the ac was fared away from the bed, so cold air didn’t really reach the bed. So it was very hot in my room the whole night so I just decided to leave the window open, which was extremely cold. The fridge was sometimes going off being a little loud at night but that didn’t bother me to much. I only slept there one night so it wasn’t as big as an issue. Besides that I had a nice view on the mountains and a nice little breakfast to start the day. Check out was easy as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would go again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott, LOXAHATCHEE

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and clean, and had a beautiful view of the mountains. Check-in was easy, breakfast was good, all around a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unsafe stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great little roadside motel that is exactly what you want it to be. Nicely updated, friendly and helpful staff, convenient location, and a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, warm and cozy bed. Fridge and microwave a plus. Beautiful location, quiet and safe. The morning breakfast was nice. Staff was friendly and helpful! Happy with our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed is super comfy, beautiful view! Room was nicely spacious. Little things to fix and update as they go along like furniture in the room, pretty wobbly, and tub handles/drain fixtures that need screwing on better. Nice to be able to open windows! Love frrsh air to sleep in. Very nice front desk person. Got a better rate thru expedia. Only reasonable place with a hottub in the room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tereasa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was very helpful and friendly. Had two rooms for me and a friend in her kids. Both of them were cute and clean. They allow animals for a small deposit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vivian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025