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Far View Lodge

2.0 star property
Resort in Mesa Verde National Park with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Located in a national park, Far View Lodge offers spectacular views and genuine hospitality. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, drinks at the bar, or visit the coffee shop. The 24-hour front desk and gift shop enhance the stay, with praised food and staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Kiva Room Two Double Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Kiva Room One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Kiva Two Queens

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

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Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Kiva Deluxe View - 1 King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

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Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Doubles

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Mile Marker 15, inside, Mesa Verde National Park, CO, 81330

What's nearby

  • Wetherill Mesa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cliff Palace - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Balcony House - 23 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Ute Mountain Casino - 48 min drive - 63.9 km

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Far View Terrace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Metate Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spruce Tree Terrace - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Far View Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Far View Lodge

Resort in a national park
Consider a stay at Far View Lodge and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Far View Lounge
  • Far View Terrace Cafe
  • Metate Room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

This property is closed from October 20 2025 to April 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Far View Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Far View Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Far View Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Far View Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this resort is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Wetherill Mesa and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Far View Sites. Chapin Mesa Museum and Park Point are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Far View Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great price and location for staying in the National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SALLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views and very quiet…we could clearly hear the coyotes and elk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The park, although mainly closed due to federal shutdown, is naturally very beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staying in the National Park was a bonus however due to the government shutdown almost no trails or historical sites were open
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so happy we were able to stay inside the park. Great location and accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the Mesa Verde sites!👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Being right in the Park and 10 to 20 minutes from all the sites was the best part for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here. It was so convenient for our next morning excursion to the palace house. The staff was wonderful. The room was clean and comfortable LOVED there were no TV’s in the room. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view, close to things in the park etc.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The closeness to the park attractions is a huge benefit that saves you time when you're there for a short visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Staff very welcoming and made a real effort to make sure they covered all the immediate needs. Dinner on site at the main restaurant was exceptional - service and food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything, food, facilities and service were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning spot, sunrises and sunsets. Great ancient sites though staff did not mention some we came to see were closing day after we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

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

Hotel in the mountain

Amazing stay inside the park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

We enjoyed our stay! Be aware they do not have televisions!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mesa Verde and the ancient Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicoline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We chose to stay here despite the govern
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying in Mesa Verde National Park was wonderful. The area was very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very convenient because it's in Mesa Verde National Park. The room was clean and comfortable, nice small patio with nice view, overall nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Far View reception personnel were very helpful and took the extra time to ensure that we had dinner reservations and any additional information that we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique location. Quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Far View’s location within the park makes it a convenient base for exploring Mesa Verde’s major attractions. It is also a good place to view the milky way.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge fit in perfectly with the beauty of the park…and the sunrise from our balcony!…chef’s kiss!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025