The Outpost Rocky Mountains

3.5 star property

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1040 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (2 Queen with Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (King with Shower)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (King with Shower - ADA)

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

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Outpost Family Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (2 Queen with Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, Multiple Beds (Suite - King Bed+Twin Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Outpost Rocky Mountains

This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool and free use of bicycles. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a fireplace at reception and a porter/bellboy are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Outpost Rocky Mountains offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This Estes Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

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

During your stay at The Outpost Rocky Mountains, you're just a quick walk from Historic Estes Park. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include multilingual staff, a fireplace at reception and coffee/tea in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • 8 minutes by foot from Historic Estes Park and a 2-minute drive from The Stanley Hotel
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
The Outpost Rocky Mountains offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Outpost Rocky Mountains also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Outpost Rocky Mountains was completed in June 2023.

This 3.5-star Estes Park hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [130 Stanley Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, March, April, November and December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

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 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 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 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 check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to 130 Stanley Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 01 September.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Estes Park
Econo Lodge Motel Estes Park

The Outpost Rocky Mountains Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 244 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Brian

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KIMTHU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location with a very quick drive to main street. Great views from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay while enjoying Rocky Mountain National Park!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Room was clean, staff were very kind and informative. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Trailborn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a small and quiet place near town. Loved the vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located and had a fun rustic feel to it that set a Rocky Mountain mood.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super informative and helpful! The room was spacious and comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

This property was in a great location, clean, with friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall great property for the cost. Views of the Rocky Mountain National Park were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff couldn’t have been nicer and the homemade breakfast exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, nice comfortable rooms, with plenty of space. Breakfast was a joke though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service during check in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Delpinoh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated room. Friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the coffee pot and large walkin shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nikki at front desk reception was amazing! Always friendly, great personality, helpful with recommendations for area too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manoj

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

Great place to stay!

If only I could give a 6 on 5!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good time. Very close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, view was gorgeous. Friendly staff and great area to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was nice. Walls are paper thin. People above us were dancing and jumping around all night. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025