Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Gazebo
Lobby
Exclusive Cabin | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Balcony Queen | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Discovery Double Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Balcony Double Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Balcony Queen

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

Discovery King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Mountain View

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

Standard Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Exclusive Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Discovery Lodge

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 on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Discovery Lodge offers 59 accommodations with 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.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a hot tub.

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

Our customers tell us that they enjoy the free breakfast at Discovery Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Historic Estes Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent, a playground and ski equipment rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Historic Estes Park and 13 minutes on foot from The Stanley Hotel
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

This 3-star Estes Park lodge is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 cot
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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

  • 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 - 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 checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 some solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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.

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

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1213 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes, beautiful place to stay. And the staff is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, easy access to the downtown. Staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Great location. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Easy check in, clean room, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable. The staff was amazing and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

Affordable and clean place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was very nice. Easy check in and check out process. GREAT location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff and simple, clean, affordable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very sweet and the room was nice and well kept... My husband and I like a little firmer mattress - but the stay was very comfy and we will be back!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the area very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic accommodation with good access and amenities. Nice view of Rockies.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean and spacious room with a perfect location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

YOLANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the lodge was the highlight! Everybody was very nice and accommodating. Room was nice, spacious and super clean. Continental breakfast is available until 10 am which we really liked as we normally don't eat breakfast early too early. We really like the pond next to the main office building. It was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a beautiful view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view was beautiful, but the staff was so friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great room. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and it is very cozy and warm. Front desk was very nice and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping and breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hailey

Liked: Staff & service
Room was very hot and the website is misleading
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, super convenient, and surrounded by scenic views
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025