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

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, a fireplace, and large windows offering views.

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.

1. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

0.9 km from Lake Estes

Edith

SAR 462

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery.

A wooden bench in a garden with a pond, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

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

2. Appenzell Inn

Grand Estates, 1.1 km from Lake Estes

Joseph

SAR 368

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 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 breakfast buffet with various foods, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

A rustic lodge with a stone building and a wooden swing bridge over a stream.

3. Silver Moon Inn

2.6 km from Lake Estes

Stacy

SAR 415

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 long, narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in coffee station.

4. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

0.7 km from Lake Estes

ARMAN

SAR 446

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

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

5. Misty Mountain Lodge

2.2 km from Lake Estes

Lori Ann

SAR 459

SAR 901 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, a mirror above the bed, and a window with curtains.

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

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

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

7. Hotel Estes

1 km from Lake Estes

Tomoyuki

SAR 308

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, lounge chairs, and a sauna area.

8. Murphy's River Lodge

2.9 km from Lake Estes

Richard

SAR 375

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a rug.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wood console, a black leather sofa set, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

9. Estes Mountain Inn

1.1 km from Lake Estes

Carrie

SAR 248

SAR 284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

10. The Historic Crag's Lodge

2.4 km from Lake Estes

Lois

SAR 468

SAR 662 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Saddle & Surrey Motel

2.1 km from Lake Estes

Kendall

SAR 319

SAR 365 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, round tables, and bar stools.

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

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

12. The Estes Park Resort

Grand Estates, 0.4 km from Lake Estes

Brian Wai Yan

SAR 710

SAR 813 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 modern lobby with wooden accents, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

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

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

13. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

1.2 km from Lake Estes

Nicolle

SAR 476

SAR 606 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 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 modern living room with a large window offering a mountain view, a leather armchair, ottomans, and a vase with a plant.

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 252

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, wooden chairs, and a large window offering a scenic view.

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

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

15. Discovery Lodge

Grand Estates, 1.4 km from Lake Estes

Pavan Kumar

SAR 348

SAR 398 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 picnic setup with a grill and table in a natural setting with mountains in the background.

A lakeside property with multiple buildings, including a lodge and cabins, surrounded by dense forest and mountains.

16. Estes Lake Lodge

0.6 km from Lake Estes

Thomas

SAR 518

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A wooden pergola with white metal chairs and tables, overlooking a mountain range.

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

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

17. Blue Door Inn

1.1 km from Lake Estes

Doug

SAR 275

SAR 315 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a view of the outdoors.

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 336

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A wooden building with large windows and outdoor seating.

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.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

19. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

1.3 km from Lake Estes

Celia

SAR 443

SAR 609 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 grand room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a staircase, and ornate woodwork.

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

20. The Stanley Hotel

Stanley Heights, 2.1 km from Lake Estes

Madeline R

SAR 844

SAR 985 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Estes

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Appenzell Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Silver Moon Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Misty Mountain Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 38 reviews	View

Top Lake Estes Hotel Reviews

Expedition Lodge Estes Park

8/10 Good

"Only downside was the room floor was pretty dirty, I don't think they get mopped regularly, let alone vacuumed. Property overall was nice to stay at for the view and open tea/coffee bar."

Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was presentable but the carpet needed better cleaning. The rest was within standards for cleanliness. We had fun and the family was happy. The breakfast was great and the staff were very kind. We will return as we do each year."

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I had such an amazing stay here the views were amazing and everything was clean!!"

The Estes Park Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great views great staff nice rooms"

Appenzell Inn

8/10 Good

"Very nice property. The breakfast was very busy & we weren't able to enjoy it either day. I would recommend they add another waffle maker or 2, the line to make them was ridicules! We ended up going in town to get my kiddo waffles, as he was excited for them. The indoor pool & hot tub were nice & was never too busy. We went during fall break & heard they were sold out. We also didn't have a DVD player in our room & the staff couldn't get us one. That was a bummer considering all of the movies they had in the lobby of our building. The shower in our room was very small. As was the kitchenette. But for the 2 nights we were there it worked just fine. I would stay here again."

Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel very close to downtown and RMNP. Rooms were spacious and clean. Included breakfast was very good also."

Estes Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Snacks and s’mores at night"

The Stanley Hotel

8/10 Good

"Much construction going on."

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!"

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. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

2. Appenzell Inn

3. Silver Moon 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. Estes Lake Lodge

17. Blue Door Inn

18. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

19. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

20. The Stanley Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Estes

Top Lake Estes Hotel Reviews

Expedition Lodge Estes Park

Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

The Estes Park Resort

Appenzell Inn

Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

Estes Mountain Inn

The Stanley Hotel

Luxury Lakefront Retreat on Lake Estes

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