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Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Howard

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Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida

Summary:

A flexible basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This room features two beds, making it ideal for friends, couples who want extra space, or travelers who prefer sleeping flexibility after long days outdoors. Located in the quiet mountain community of Howard, you’ll enjoy dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain — without the crowds.



The Space:

This room offers the same clean, simple comfort as our other basecamp rooms, with added flexibility.

- Two beds with comfortable linens

- Private bathroom

- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker

- Fast Wi-Fi and TV

- Heating & A/C

- Extra floor space for gear and luggage

- Designed for travelers who want options without sacrificing simplicity.



Guest Access:

Private room and bathroom with contactless check-in. Onsite parking directly outside your door.

Guests are welcome to enjoy outdoor seating areas and quiet river-side common spaces.



The Neighborhood:

Howard is a quiet stop along the Arkansas River. Close to Salida without the traffic.



Getting Around:

Drive Times:

- Salida – 15 minutes (restaurants, galleries, shops, hot springs)

- Monarch Mountain Ski Area – 35 minutes

- Cotopaxi – 10 minutes

- Canon City – 35 minutes

- Gunnison Airport (GUC) – 60 minutes

- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3 hours



Interaction with Guests:

Owner lives onsite and is available if needed, but guests enjoy a private, independent stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Welcome to Dark Sky River Lodge & RV. Please respect fellow guests, wildlife, and our rural neighbors. Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Smoking: Outside ...

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Howard, Colorado

What's nearby

  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 42 min drive - 67.2 km
  • Browns Canyon National Monument - 48 min drive - 63.0 km
  • Royal Gorge Bridge - 51 min drive - 77.7 km
  • Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa - 53 min drive - 89.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Howard’s Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Riverview Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eggie Acres - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Susie's Out-West Cafe & Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida located?

Situated in Howard, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Arkansas River and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Cotopaxi City Park is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) away.

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