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Ponderosa Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverside lodge in Estes Park with free parking

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
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Ponderosa Lodge, a short drive from Rocky Mountain National Park, offers a peaceful retreat. Guests gather around the firepit, kids enjoy the playground, and the spa tub soothes tired muscles. Nearby fishing spots and a library with an entertainment area complete the experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Kitchenette Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Riverview Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Corner River View Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Ponderosa Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Estes Park, Ponderosa Lodge is in the mountains and on a river. Historic Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Mountain National Park. Trout Haven Fishing Pond and Tiny Town Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain climbing.
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Map
1820 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fall River Entrance Station - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Beaver Meadows Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Brew - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ponderosa Lodge

Lodge remodelled in 2021 and located near Rocky Mountain National Park
Consider a stay at Ponderosa Lodge and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Adventurous travellers may like the fishing at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a library and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, express check-out and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and dining tables. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • 35-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and microwaves

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Exterior

Streamside on Fall River

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 593 reviews
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Streamside on Fall River

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Hot tub

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number #146 Town of Estes Park

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Alluvial Fan and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rocky Mountain National Park and The Stanley Hotel. Performance Park and Mrs. Walsh's Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Ponderosa Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jaya

Disliked: Cleanliness
The stay was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and by river
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to RMNP. Free coffee, filters for the room coffee maker.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Excellent location - friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niccolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The room was spacious and clean and I loved to sleep cuddled by sound of the river
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location in Estes Park and around the corner from Rocky Mountain National Park!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for my husband and me and our grown daughter while in Estes, bc she could use the couch bed pullout. There is a portable cooler available which helps in the summer. The host was so friendly. Love the stream:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting - great - Darrell the GM was extremely professional and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here. Perfect location and room for what we were looking for. Would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

celia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cute little spot. Parking is super tricky!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and services. We loved it. Even had deer by our porch one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place to stay so beautiful and serene!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Geralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property, and especially our room, was breathtaking. I loved being able to have a fire going in our room while we listened to the river flowing right off our balcony. Staff was friendly and room was clean! The only things that were a little annoying were the screen on our balcony door was barely intact, lock for the balcony door handle was secured onto a broken door trim, and while the walls were beautifully soundproofed, we could hear every movement from our neighbor above us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here very much. The staffs are wonderful. They baked tasty cookies every day. Our room has a large patio with furnitures right next to the Fall River. It’s really soothing listening to the water every day after a hard hike. The lodge is a few minutes drive to downtown Estes Park so it pretty quiet yet convenient for shopping and restaurants. Inside the unit, everything is very clean. Overall, enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lacking counter space to cook. Put a cover over the sink that would help. Everything else was spot on. We had a private drive and private hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at the lodge! Our room faced the river and we were able to listen to rushing water all night! Very relaxing. The room was spacious , clean and comfortable. If is also super close to Rocky Mountain National Park a huge plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our third stay here - we love the location right on the river and close to park entrance. The hot tub is great, and the balconies overlooking the river are a favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area. Great people that run the place. Very informative of the surrounding area. Elk came walking right through the property. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if planning a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park. Gate to park just a short drive. Lodge is located along a small river. Our room was a corner unit. Nice comfy bed, nice bathroom, tv, couch, patio overlooking the river. No kitchen but I think they offer cabins with kitchens if you wish. “Coffee bar” in room well sucked with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cider, sugar, cream, etc. Regular size coffee pot and real coffee mugs! Small fridge with freezer and small microwave, very laid back lodge. We’ll be back!
Patio
Patio view of river
Cubby for your stuff…paper towels were provided by lodge
Coffee bar in room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Ponderosa Lodge was awesome

We had a great stay. Loved this place. Very peaceful. Owner was friendly and responsive. Great location. Will plan to stay here again next time we are in Estes Park
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rustic feel of the room. The balcony with the view of the river was fantastic. Close to RMNP. Going to sleep hearing the water was so peaceful! Will definitely be staying here next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet and peaceful. No loud guests, everyone very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time . Very clean and quaint.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet and it's right on the river. The deck right outside the door overlooks the river so if you leave the door cracked you can hear it all night it's great. The rest of the restaurant within walking distance and a trolley that can take you into Estes Park and back for free. This is great for budget-friendly people because the prices are awesome as well. I will definitely recommend this place to my family and friends. It is also very close to the Rocky mountain national Park entrance. Five stars all the way I would give more if I could and I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the beautiful Ponderosa Room with a private hot tub and wood burning stove. Everything you need is there - sink, mini fridge, stove. Staff was great and Estes Park is a great town to visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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