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Murphy's River Lodge

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Property grounds
Water view
Indoor pool
32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

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481 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Historic Estes Park
    5 min walk
  • Bond Park
    11 min walk
  • Aspen and Evergreen Gallery
    13 min walk
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    59 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 240 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two King Deluxe

Two King Deluxe | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Two King Deluxe

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Front of property

Hotel Estes

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (1002)
The price is $98
per night
$112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2
Hotel Estes

About this property

Murphy's River Lodge

3-star Estes Park lodge close to The Stanley Hotel
An indoor pool, a spa tub, and a meeting room are available at this smoke-free lodge. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite.
Murphy's River Lodge offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Estes Park lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa tub.

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

Murphy's River Lodge features an indoor pool and a spa tub. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. This family-friendly lodge also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Murphy's River 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle up to 20 m
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • 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.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1983
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting 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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 1.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The hotel's policy requires at least one guest 21 years or older in the room at all times. Minimum age to book a room at this hotel is 21 years of age.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa tub, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and spa tub with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Murphy's Lodge
Murphy's River
Murphy's River Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy`s River Hotel Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Murphy's River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Davis, Houston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, the room was clean, the bed was comfortable. The floor squeaked, the shower head needs to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

8/10 Good

Twyleah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on 2nd floor...stairs..overlooking stream which was very nice. Little things were noticed and were appreciated. Night-time was noisy with people partying till past midnight
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay if you are visiting Estes or RMNP. Great staff, fun property and walkable to Estes. We loved our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet rooms next to the stream.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was walking distance to town which was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good experience room was old but clean. Good spot for seeing the Elk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at Murphys River Lodge! Seeing a huge elk with several cos and calves was the best! The animals stroll around the property as if they own it. We enjoyed the continental breakfast and the indoor pool/hot tub. Easy walk to a busy part of town with dining and shopping. Great location for visiting RMNP.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the ambiance of the property. So very peaceful. The back porch and river rushing right outside our door made for the most tranquil, serene feel. Really beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, New Stanton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The trolley went right past the hotel to take you to the shops and restaurants in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very helpful , friendly, and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

pam, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positives: Convenient to walk downtown or to take the free shuttle, with a stop right outside the hotel. On the water with a river flowing right outside the back of the room. You could even fish from your balcony Comfy bed and pillows with great sheets Friendly staff Refrigerator The office area has supplies for s’mores, snacks, and oxygen if needed Fire pits are near the office as well Pool and hot tub indoors Negative: Very dated property that could use some updating Provided breakfast was very limited Room lighting was not very bright No exhaust fan in the bathroom, so after a shower, the bathroom was very hot and humid; we opened a window to allow the steam to escape. Bathroom lights were dim (one was out) and were probably incandescent bc they heated up the small bath as well. Limited plugs by the bed with no usb ports. It would have been nice to have a surge protector by the bed with multiple plugs. Some of these are minor fixes that would improve the quality of the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and cozy spot walkable to shops and dining. Friendly and helpful staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francoise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the property and amenities. Breakfast had a variety of foods and the pool and hot tub were very clean! The river view is really worth it. Very beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Overall good experience, with a few downsides: 1. the A/C are very basic and would either cool too much or not enough 2. breakfast is *very* basic (eggs and yogurt)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Manny

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the river, right outside downtown Estes, with easy access to RMNP. Staff is fantastic, room was roomy, clean and quiet. Bed and mattresse were great. Only feels a little outdated. But still, very adequate!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older hotel but very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024