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Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Living area
Yurt #3 | Terrace/patio
Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View (3) | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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3995 HELLS BACKBONE ROAD, Boulder, UT, 84716
  • Place, Upper Calf Creek Fall Trailhead
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Anasazi State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Lower Calf Creek Falls Trailhed
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View (3) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View (3)

  • 778 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (2) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (2)

  • 570 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View (1) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View (1)

  • 568 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Hill View (9) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Hill View (9)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (4) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 278 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (5) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Yurt #2 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Yurt #2

  • 168 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds (6) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds (6)

  • 120 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom (7) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom (7)

  • 110 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (8) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Yurt #4 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Yurt #4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Yurt #1 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Yurt #1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 201 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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Yurt #3 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Yurt #3

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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About this property

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch

3-star Boulder lodge with restaurant
A restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area are available at this lodge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, wedding services, and a garden. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The lodge offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 1195 square feet (111 square meters) include conference space. This Boulder lodge also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary. A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2017.

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch has designated areas for smoking.

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch has a restaurant on site.

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 uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,195 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 (36 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2017

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Hotel
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch
Mountain Guest Ranch
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Lodge
Mountain Guest Ranch Lodge
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Hotel Boulder
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Utah
Boulder Mountain Guest Boulder
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Lodge
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Boulder
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Lodge Boulder

Reviews

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok alternative near Boulder

This hotel is convenient if you are trying to spend time in Boulder or want to be a little off the beaten path. Disappointing that none of the windows had screens on them that you could get fresh air and so the small rooms feel kind of cramped. Polyester sheets not my favorite. The staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to check in late but it wasn't a problem. Had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

A Unique Stay Under the Stars—with a Few Bumps

We had a mostly enjoyable stay at this property. The main guest house was a lovely place to unwind, and the complimentary breakfast was a pleasant and unexpected bonus. The staff was friendly and made a genuine effort to assist us throughout our stay. The yurt itself was a unique experience—just as pictured, with a cozy interior and a peaceful setting. One of the highlights was definitely stargazing at night, which was beautiful. That said, there were a few hiccups. When we arrived at check-in time, the yurt wasn’t quite ready, which caused a bit of a delay. We also had trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi inside the yurt, even though it was advertised as being available. The staff did try to help, but unfortunately, we were never able to get it working. The bathroom setup was clean and included a shower, which we appreciated, but there were no instructions for using the hot water heater, which made it a little confusing to get started. Overall, it was a memorable experience with some room for improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlee

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

Wonder and delight to just look at the area.

What an amaxing place to stay. They give you many choices for breakfast it's an unattended breakfast but it's wonderful. I just couldn't get enough non decaf coffee pouches. There's cream there's yogurts there's cheese there's everything for you in the mornings. The staff is very happy to talk to you and tell you all about the area and help you with directions. Talk about a wonderful place to eat the restaurant is outstanding everything we ate there was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Remote Mountain Getaway

Great location in the mountains on Hell’s Backbone Rd. Very fun and exciting to get out there. The property is beautiful and has a large lawn for events. Dog-friendly. This lodging is remote with no tv’s and with unreliable wi-fi. Room 5 in main lodge was small with only 1 ft on either side of the bed. No tables or surfaces to place your things except the inside of the armoire. Shower had poor water pressure. Best time we had was at the adjoining restaurant for dinner at sunset. Delicious food. Fantastic service. Beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hsiwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is at very remote area and only hotel WIFI can be used to communicate. Not all area has good WIFI service. View was great and the food at hotel restaurant was super great - highly recommend. We took the room 5 . It was clean and good size but it can be a bit noisy if the upstairs guest is moving the luggarge
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The facilities are great, but in need of maintenance. The setting is absolutely stunning, and the surroundings are breathtaking. The restaurant is world-class, the food was absolutely delicious and presentation was very elegant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joo Tim, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and hidden gem. It is on a nice outdoor space with lovely walking trails and also great views. There are few dogs on the property like Pepe and Shadow. Such a lovely time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice log lodge atmosphere. Unfortunately, we were given a room wierdly sandwiched between the restaurant and the "great" room where the morning coffee bar and most socializing were located. No soundproofing, so very noisy. Food in restaurant was excellent, but we had to wait an hour and a half to get served. I do believe that was just bad timing, and that this is not the norm.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location and lovely yurt. Our dinner and drinks were delicious at the lodge. The greatroom was a pleasant place to hang out with new friends. Loved our short but sweet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool little place - like everything else in this part of the country - far off the beaten path!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice but very rustic. Not a lot of amenities when we were there. The great room is really nice. Our room was really small
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quaint experience. In the middle of nowhere a very rustic lodge. Staff were awesome, we got a bigger room after finding the first one a bit too small. The heating panel didn't work properly in our room but it was solved with a space heater that worked well. The onsite restaurant is excellent; too bad they don't serve breakfast, only dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Rustic charm meets modern art

Nestled in quiet little valley with a stream, large, clean, rustic cabin with a great room and on-site restaurant, variety of interesting metal artworks both inside and out on the grounds, including a xylophone sound garden, close to Boulder and Upper and Lower Creek Calf Falls just a few minutes down the old Hells Backbone road. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alice

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas Kent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very interesting unique property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful room and location but minimalist staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff member at check in was extremely kind and welcoming. When we asked about what to do for dinner (which is limited in the area) because the restaurant on site was closed, she graciously called and made a reservation 10 minutes down the road at Hell’s Backbone Grill. The experience overall was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch is an absolutely beautiful getaway! Remote, quiet, a beautiful natural setting, and the lodge itself is stunning. The staff was friendly, helpful and welcoming. Our room was tiny but cozy and quiet. Our personal bathroom was roomy and clean. The lounge area was clean, quiet and cozy with self-serve coffee and tea available, as well as a beautiful fireplace and board games. We were given bagged continental breakfasts that consisted of apples, hard boiled eggs, muffins and granola bars. Since we had a long drive ahead of us, we appreciated the convenient travel food. We would definitely stay at this lodge again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024