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Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property

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Situated in a mountainous area, this cabin features a central entrance, two windows on each side, and a chimney on the roof.
Relax in a serene mountain view room with a comfortable armchair, flat-screen TV, and a cozy reading nook.
Surrounding a serene pond, this peaceful setting offers a tranquil escape with a fountain and lush greenery.
Cozy retreat with two single beds, a wooden table, and a mounted TV, set amidst rustic charm.
Kitchen features an oven, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Historic Estes Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Stanley Hotel
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Stanley Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Discovery Double Queen | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Discovery Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Queen | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Balcony Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Balcony Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Discovery King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Cabin | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Exclusive Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

Discovery Lodge

3-star lodge in Grand Estates
This smoke-free lodge features a snack bar/deli, a hot tub, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a computer station are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Discovery Lodge offers 59 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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 phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a hot tub.

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

The lodge offers a snack bar/deli. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Estes Park lodge also offers a hot tub, barbecue grills, and ski storage. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

Discovery Lodge is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental 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
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1966
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 - 10:00 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 check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at check-out

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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
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

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

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1059 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stairs need handrails
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Joseph

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed Discovery Lodge for many reasons including the hot tub, in room fire place (firewood provided for free), cabin decor, location, parking was easy, we did check out early due to the weather and the staff offered us a refund but unable to get due to Expedia. Nonetheless we were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying here, and it’s been amazing both times. The space is clean, thoughtfully simple, and offers breathtaking views. Easily the best deal in Estes Park. Plus, mule deer often wander through the property—perfect for capturing some great photos.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

roberta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had no TV all time we were there
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very helpful. There was an error in my reservation and they d
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are nice, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveler
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in / out was super easy, clean, and great for a weekend work trip
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall easy and good. The parking lot needs some work but not too bad to get around.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

8/10 Good

Shahla

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenic hotel right in Estes Park made it easy to explore the Stanley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Clean room, comfortable bed and hot tub great too. Standard continental breakfast was appreciated. No check in staff were around at 7pm when we arrived, but all was good once we found the key pick up. Great deal and recommended overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Meh

Disclaimer update: they did say today once the manager arrived that they would provide us with a discount on rooms, so if that does indeed happen I will be increasing my stars on review. The guy at front desk was very nice. The location and view are fantastic. However, you also get what you pay for. It appears that housekeeping left sliding doors open while cleaning the rooms and birds/geese got into our rooms. We had bird poop on the tub and on duvet cover in one room. They offered to move us to another room, but we had already moved all of our stuff in, so we just cleaned it up with Lysol wipes and handed the duvet cover to them to try to not be difficult. That same room ended up having burnt out light bulbs in the lamps next to the bed. In our room, the TV cable did not work and you could not pick up any Channel. I also realized that night that our duvet cover had a yellow stain on it and also had geese poop prints/they must’ve sat on our bed. Free breakfast is supposed to be from 7 AM to 10 AM and I have been standing here since 7 AM and it is now 7:25 AM and no one still is here. Next time I will shell out the extra money to stay in a Vrbo or better place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

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

8/10 Good

Seth

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for a quick stay. The rooms were clean but a little dated compared to the pictures... hard to beat for the price. My only compaint was the noise from guest above and next to us. I realize you're going to hear other guests at older places but there appeared to be more than enough vacant rooms to spread guest out instead of putting them all in one section on top and next to each other. Would stay again but would request a room on the 2nd level.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jamie at the front desk was awesome! Helped with check-in and spot on for a restaurant recommendation! Highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed there before.. and it wasn't like this. It was also at an off season. I did like the room it was just very dirty. Also even for continental breakfast.. it was not very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Dana, GRAND JUNCTION

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor management. Room was assigned and was dirty. Had to get another room. Breakfast was terrible. Asked for a bowl and was told to eat my oatmeal in a coffee cup. The entire place was pretty much empty and just shady. Had to sleep worried for my safety because the place looked like i was the only one there. Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia Katherine, Redan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only concern was the breakfast was not properly stocked. Only had fruit one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed and happy of the cleanliness of the room. Being an older property it was very affordable and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room size was more than adequate
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025