The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Estes in Estes Park for 2026

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An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs.

A patio with red Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a flower planter.

1. Appenzell Inn

Grand Estates, 1.1 km from Lake Estes

Joseph

SAR 335

SAR 383 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story building with a stone facade and a sign reading "Silver Moon Inn."

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of a rocky hillside.

A park with a small stream, wooden steps, and red chairs.

A breakfast buffet with various foods, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

2. Silver Moon Inn

2.6 km from Lake Estes

Stacy

SAR 419

SAR 480 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A buffet area with various food stations, including a hot pot and a salad bar.

A reception desk with a wooden wall design, two pendant lights, a framed picture on the wall, and a digital display.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a mirror, bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

A balcony with a stone pillar, two chairs, and a view of mountains.

3. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

0.9 km from Lake Estes

Kimberly

SAR 462

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a chandelier, two armchairs with red cushions, a leather ottoman, and a reception desk.

A cozy living area with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A wooden dock extending into a calm lake surrounded by a forest and mountains.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television on a wooden cabinet, a dining area with chairs, and a bed with a green and white blanket.

4. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

0.7 km from Lake Estes

ARMAN

SAR 447

SAR 511 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A two-story lodge with a covered deck and outdoor seating area.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

A living room with a stone fireplace, two leather armchairs, a grey sofa, and a patterned rug.

A residential area with a house, a large rock feature, and a tree with pink blossoms.

5. Misty Mountain Lodge

2.2 km from Lake Estes

Lori Ann

SAR 465

SAR 907 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hanging flower pot with white and purple flowers in front of a building with a mountain backdrop.

A cozy living room with a wooden accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in fireplace.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a wooden pergola, and a decorative fountain.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

6. Murphy's Resort

0.6 km from Lake Estes

Abdulmuttalib Murtuza

SAR 249

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden covered entrance to a hotel with a stone base and a sign reading "HOTEL ESTEL".

A modern building with a glass facade, a sign reading "HOTEL ESTES," and a natural landscape with rocks and trees.

A cozy room with a view of mountains, two armchairs, a table with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

A room with a view of snow-capped mountains through a window.

7. Hotel Estes

1 km from Lake Estes

Robert

SAR 308

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A river with a Christmas tree decorated with lights.

A lodge with multiple wooden buildings, outdoor seating, and a stream.

A wooden cabin with a deck overlooking a river.

A wooden deck with metal chairs overlooking a river and forested mountains.

8. Murphy's River Lodge

2.9 km from Lake Estes

Richard

SAR 334

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio area with red Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone deck.

A rock garden with a small waterfall, surrounded by large rocks and a wooden fence in the background.

A hotel room with a fireplace, two beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

9. Estes Mountain Inn

1.1 km from Lake Estes

Stacy

SAR 246

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

10. The Historic Crag's Lodge

2.4 km from Lake Estes

Kathleen

SAR 483

SAR 680 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A lobby with a wooden reception desk, a Christmas tree, a map on the wall, and a red sofa.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

A restaurant interior with round tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a TV on the wall.

11. Saddle & Surrey Motel

2.1 km from Lake Estes

Kendall

SAR 319

SAR 365 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A lodge with a stone facade, large windows, and a deck overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.

A large, illuminated building with multiple levels and balconies, surrounded by a well-lit fence and a grassy area.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a bed, a bathtub, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

12. The Estes Park Resort

Grand Estates, 0.4 km from Lake Estes

helene

SAR 694

SAR 795 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a buffet with various food items, and a view of the outdoors.

A family around a campfire with chairs and a mountain view in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a basketball hoop, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, wooden shelves, and a bar area.

13. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

1.2 km from Lake Estes

Ava fadi

SAR 462

SAR 590 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a fireplace, a large TV, and a view of a beach through the window.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with magazines, a TV, and a stone wall.

14. Coyote Mountain Lodge

Grand Estates, 0.8 km from Lake Estes

Brad

SAR 316

SAR 361 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.

A person seated at a table with a fire pit in the foreground, surrounded by Adirondack chairs, with a mountainous landscape in the background.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a brick fireplace.

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a kitchen area visible through the large windows.

15. Discovery Lodge

Grand Estates, 1.4 km from Lake Estes

Marlene

SAR 313

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with a wooden interior, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a window with blinds.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a hot tub in the corner.

A building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and two illuminated trees.

16. Blue Door Inn

1.1 km from Lake Estes

Doug

SAR 285

SAR 326 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A wooden cabin interior with a large window, a wooden desk, a bookshelf, and a radio.

A wooden-paneled room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

A rustic wooden interior with a kitchen area, two metal chairs, and a wooden counter.

A picnic setup with a grill and table in a natural setting with mountains in the background.

17. Estes Lake Lodge

0.6 km from Lake Estes

Thomas

SAR 518

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a view of mountains.

A modern building with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a view of a mountain.

A modern interior with a central fireplace, seating area, and a book on a table.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a vending machine, potted plants, and a staircase.

18. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

0.7 km from Lake Estes

Dick

SAR 329

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A large white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of a snowy landscape. There are multiple seating areas with sofas and armchairs, and a coffee table in the center.

A spacious hall with round tables and white chairs, large windows, and chandeliers.

A grand room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a staircase, and ornate woodwork.

19. The Stanley Hotel

Stanley Heights, 2.1 km from Lake Estes

Madeline R

SAR 869

SAR 1,015 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A wooden building with large windows and outdoor seating.

A modern reception area with large windows, a wooden reception desk, and a stone floor.

A cozy interior with a stone floor, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden structure.

20. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

1.3 km from Lake Estes

Celia

SAR 443

SAR 610 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Estes

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Appenzell Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,013 reviews	View
Silver Moon Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Misty Mountain Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 39 reviews	View

Top Lake Estes Hotel Reviews

Estes Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, we stayed in a pet friendly room and there was not pet hair or smell. Comfortable beds and bedding, free s'mores , snacks, coffee and tea. Roaring fire at night, corn hole, horse shoes and a well maintained little playground. Close to downtown and the Fall River Rocky mountain National forest entrance."

Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was excellent. Very nice staff and very clean"

Expedition Lodge Estes Park

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay there. Nothing fancy but a comfortable bed and hot shower. Loved having a door to the parking lot (we had chairs just outside our door that were nice to relax). The fire pits on the 2nd floor were really nice and the best part of the hotel. Overall it was great but if you are looking for something fancy -this isn’t it."

Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff who made our stay nice. The rooms were spacious and clean. We would definitely stay again."

Columbine Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk receptionist was very nice. East check in. Quiet location and was affordable. Nice and convenient breakfast. Motel room had plenty of space and was actually really nice. Also loved the soft towels. The only thing I wish is they had the assigned parking to be able to park right outside your own rooms."

Murphy's Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We traveled with pet and they put us in a very convenient room, next to pet area. The room was rustic yet comfortable with the modern amenities n very quiet. Comfy recliners in front of fireplace n TV. There’re DVDs n popcorns available in the office. Great location, friendly staff n a place to come back definitely👍"

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

8/10 Good

"Bar tender was great and he helped us find a ride to our dinner reservation. Elevator was down so had to travel to far one, complimentary s’more kits were great, only having a buffet breakfast for $18 was the worst part. You need to offer a small menu for those that can’t eat $18 of breakfast…."

Luxury Lakefront Retreat on Lake Estes

10/10 Excellent

"The house is very well maintained. It’s very clean and comfortable. Love that they ask folks to remove their shoes. The location is paramount, on the lake which offers great fishing and you can even catch a glimpse of eagles, elk, and deer. The location is very quiet. The proximity to the Rocky Mountain National Park is also a big plus. We spent a bunch of time in the park. The home is family-friendly. The kitchen is well stocked with several great utensils, pots, pans, etc. Well taken care of. The induction stovetops are different and take a bit to heat food. You should plan to bring foil if you plan to cook at the home. Overall, the house is perfect. We would stay again!"

Elk Haven! Private Jacuzzi, Indoor/Outdoor Fireplace, Two Large Patios

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely beautiful property and perfect location to town and the national park! Will absolutely stay here again!"

Other attractions near Lake Estes

Lake Estes Marina

8.6/10 (199 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Lake Estes Marina and enjoy activities such as hiking in Estes Park. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours.

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Estes Park Memorial Observatory

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Estes Park Memorial Observatory during your travels in Estes Park. Wander the scenic parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Estes Valley Dog Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Estes Valley Dog Park and also enjoy the hiking trails in Estes Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Stanley Park

8.8/10 (729 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Stanley Park, a lovely green space in Estes Park. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or seek out the hiking trails.

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Estes Park Museum

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Estes Park Museum in Estes Park. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Estes Park Events Complex

Learn about the events happening at Estes Park Events Complex during your trip to Estes Park. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church

Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Estes Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Estes Park Conference Center

Learn about the events happening at Estes Park Conference Center during your trip to Estes Park. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Estes?

Lake Estes is located in Estes Park. This scenic area is known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 182 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Estes?

Adjacent to Lake Estes, The Estes Park Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a marina and a full-service spa. Other good choices within a short distance include Expedition Lodge Estes Park and Coyote Mountain Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lake Estes?

Expedia has 182 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Estes.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Estes, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Lake Estes.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Estes?

For more details about updating your stay near Lake Estes or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lake Estes?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Estes Park Museum, MacGregor Ranch Museum, or Moraine Park Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Historic Estes Park, The Stanley Hotel, and Historic Park Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Stanley Park, Bond Park, and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

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Our top choices for Lake Estes hotels

1. Appenzell Inn

2. Silver Moon Inn

3. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

4. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

5. Misty Mountain Lodge

6. Murphy's Resort

7. Hotel Estes

8. Murphy's River Lodge

9. Estes Mountain Inn

10. The Historic Crag's Lodge

11. Saddle & Surrey Motel

12. The Estes Park Resort

13. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

14. Coyote Mountain Lodge

15. Discovery Lodge

16. Blue Door Inn

17. Estes Lake Lodge

18. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

19. The Stanley Hotel

20. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Estes

Top Lake Estes Hotel Reviews

Estes Mountain Inn

Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

Expedition Lodge Estes Park

Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

Columbine Inn

Murphy's Resort

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

Luxury Lakefront Retreat on Lake Estes

Elk Haven! Private Jacuzzi, Indoor/Outdoor Fireplace, Two Large Patios

Other attractions near Lake Estes

Lake Estes Marina

Estes Park Memorial Observatory

Estes Valley Dog Park

Stanley Park

Estes Park Museum

Estes Park Events Complex

Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church

Estes Park Conference Center

Frequently asked questions