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Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Historic Estes Park

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

Map
800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard King

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Discovery Double Queen | Garden view

Discovery Double Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony

Balcony Queen

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Balcony

Balcony Double Queen

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Discovery King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Cabin

Exclusive Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Estes Park

Discovery Lodge places you steps from Historic Estes Park and within a 15-minute stroll of The Stanley Hotel. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Grand Estates lodge, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Rocky Mountain National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Estes - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Discovery Lodge

Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Historic Estes Park
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A hot tub, barbecue grills, and ski storage are also featured at Discovery Lodge. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Estes Park lodge is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1966
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Discovery Lodge offers 59 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Estes Park lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full 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
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 - 7:00 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 checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at checkout

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Is parking available at Discovery Lodge?

Yep, Discovery Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Lodge?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discovery Lodge on 29 Apr 2025 start from NZ$135.38, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Discovery Lodge?

No, there is no spa at this property. The Stanley Hotel is a short 13-minute walk away.

Does Discovery Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers give a thumbs up to the free full breakfast here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Discovery Lodge?

No, Discovery Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Discovery Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Discovery Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course is a short 1-minute walk away.

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Mesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and cordial.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walkable to town. A little road noise from where our room was located- mostly just the big trucks. Breakfast was disappointing- packets of instant oatmeal, individual wrapped muffin, bread for toast, pre-packaged fruit cups, and individual yogurt. The room we had was very spacious but the carpet was really gross. Great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people working there were very friendly. But, we asked for more of a couple of items for our room and never got them. Other than that everything was good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little cottage with a balcony facing the mountains over looking a little pond. Staff was kind and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa, Cheyenne

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we have stayed. We come for concerts at The Stanley and don’t want to pay the high price to stay at The Stanley. This property is just down the hill from The Stanley and could be walkable if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carol, Fort Collins

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy updated cabin. Our only complaint was that the heating unit mostly blew cold air(even though it was on the highest setting) then at its best, it was barely warm. We were freezing at night and had no extra blankets. The fan was loud and went on and off all night keeping us awake. There were no cups even though the photos looked like there would be.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

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

4/10 Poor

Jerome

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Shampoo despenser empty and inconvenient to replace
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place and room had an excellent location. The view was amazing. I highly recommend this place. Will definitely stay again if visiting Estes Park area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Liked: Room comfort

Comfortable bed, but poor breakfast.

It had a very comfortable bed. That is the most important part to me when I stay in a hotel. However, if i had known that I was going to have to walk outside about 200 ft To get to the “free breakfast” in the lobby. (It was in Jan. And below freezing.) I would not have stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Roseanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean, and very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a price. Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlene

Travelled with family
This place is quaint and in a great location for walking around town. Views are nice, both east and west from our room. I love that it runs on solar. I have stayed before and really liked it. This time was not as great. Beds and pillows are really comfortable but chairs on balconies and in the room were not. Tv didn’t work and I didn’t get a response from them. Shower was a bit dirty, some hairs on the wall. Breakfast was very limited and I had to ask for things to be refilled including coffee in the machine. There were hardly any customers yet none of the dining tables were wiped down. Overall average stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chad

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

Economy stay without the economy feel.

For the price of 57.00 per night it was a lovely stay. I always appreciate a property that doesn’t douse with toxic cleaning chemicals yet was still a clean room. Rooms have a nice view of Estes Park and easy access straight out the door which makes it very pet friendly. Continental breakfast was like a gas station selection though. And the queen sized bed was the smallest queen I’ve ever been in but very comfortable overall. Room service is by request only so it was an uninterrupted stay with my husband and dog. We will stay here again in the summer and hike Gem Lake trail!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

BJ

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

Gross rooms - dont stay here!

Room was gross with stains on the floor, rusted drain and broken headboard. Room had a dispenser for body wash and shampoo (not separate, supposed tobthe same stuff), but mid shower learned it was empty! Spoke to front desk and was told management would contact me but they never did. Do not stay here its gross and has terrible service. Total dive motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

BJ

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

Dont stay here!

This place is a dive! Literally the worst and most disgusting rooms Ive ever stayed in. My room had stains on the floor, a broken headboard and a rusty drain plug in the bathroom sink. Spoke to the front desk at checkout and was told someone from management would be in touch, but nobody contacted us. Dont stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room itself was very spacious, comfortable, and clean. But if you’re downstairs you hear everything if someone is above you, and I mean everything! The entrance/exit is not marked at all and easily missed. Could just be time of year, but parking lot full of potholes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property wasn’t what I was expecting at all. The pictures on Expedia made it look like I was getting a double queen cabin with a full kitchen, when in reality it was a standard double queen hotel room. Because it didn’t have a full kitchen I had to cancel our reservation. We only stayed one night, but the property was well kept. The room was clean, and the receptionist was kind and understanding. My only complaints are that the room sliding glass door was extremely difficult to unlock/lock, and it was terribly noisy due to the neighbors above. Over all if you need a centrally located hotel and easy access room this place will work well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mona

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara, Iola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and gorgeous place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024