Discovery Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, near The Stanley Hotel
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Discovery Lodge

Balcony Queen | Front of property
Outdoor spa tub
Land view from property
Interior detail
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
800 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Historic Estes Park
    1 min walk
  • Aspen and Evergreen Gallery
    10 min walk
  • The Stanley Hotel
    13 min walk
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    57 min drive

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard King

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Discovery Double Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Balcony Queen

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Balcony Double Queen

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Discovery King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Estes Park

At Discovery Lodge you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from The Stanley Hotel and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Rocky Mountain National Park. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Grand Estates lodge include Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course and Historic Estes Park.

What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Estes - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Discovery Lodge

Lodge with free breakfast, near The Stanley Hotel
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A hot tub, barbecue grills, and ski storage are also featured at Discovery Lodge. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Estes Park lodge is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1966
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Discovery Lodge offers 59 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Estes Park lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1966
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 250 (exact amount varies) at checkout

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

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 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Discovery Estes Park
Discovery Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Hotel Estes Park
Discovery Motel Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge
Discovery Lodge Estes Park
Discovery Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Discovery Lodge?

Yep, Discovery Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Lodge?

As of 3 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discovery Lodge on 5 Dec 2024 start from AU$138.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Discovery Lodge?

No, there is no spa at this property. The Stanley Hotel is a short 13-minute walk away.

Does Discovery Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers give a thumbs up to the free full breakfast here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Discovery Lodge?

No, Discovery Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Discovery Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Discovery Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course is a short 1-minute walk away.

Discovery Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jaime

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for what I was looking for. They didn’t mind my late check in. The place is very very clean which I appreciated, close to the grocery store & most of all very close & convenient to the lake which is what I was there for. The ladies were very nice & the coffee & morning snacks were a great perk. Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay. Very comfortable and clean. Only complaints were our TV did not work and the beds were a little hard for us. But other than that, it was very nice utilitarian property. We did not try breakfast or the hot tub so we cannot comment on those..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Diamond in the rough.
This place is amazing. First, this is not the Ritz Carlton. It is a lodge. It is an older place. HOWEVER, greeted by the kindest check in staff. Went to room to find a very nice sized room with a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker with plenty of coffee. The rooms have been updated, were very clean, air conditioning and windows that open for the nice breeze that flows through. Seriously i have never stayed anywhere that had such thick and slightly over sized bath towels. Bathroom and sink are separate. Hair dryer, iron, board, hangers, drawers,. They have a cube inbetween the beds to add adequate outlets for charging devices. I was tickeled to see that. Great beds. For breakfast, coffee, milk, juices, prepackaged pastries, syup, cereal, and plenty of it. Yogurt This is a family place, small pond, small playground, gazebo, fire pit. Also, we saw more elk behind this place than we did the entire trip of Colorado. We could hear the bulls at night. We saw the females from the room window and could hear the males. We got in the truck and drove around the backside which is not the hotel to see a beautiful male and several females including a nursing mother. We stayed for about 30 minutes watching them. Hope i can upload some photos, the app doesnt always let me. I didnt know at the time that Estes has such a population of elk. If youre going jn a couple weeks, youre going to have a real treat with the elk. Designated smoking area. No elevator, only 2 floors. Loved my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Larissa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

DAVID

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite pricey considering the property. Clean, but smelled strongly of pine-sol when we arrived, so much so that we had to air it out when we arrived. Lots of road noise. Rooms are old. There were two hard boiled eggs outside our door when we arrived. Weird. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Nice peaceful and quiet. We stayed for a place to rest before hiking for sunrise hike at longs peak. We went to be early and got up at 2. The beds were so very comfortable. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jianxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vidal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i had expected the room 303 lower level has the same view as all the other lower level rooms but this (rooms300 to 308) dont have views of the lake water. Bushes blocked the view. very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views were amazing. The location is fantastic, close to restaurants and bars, and the town/shops. The breakfast at the hotel was not very great. Very limited and cheap like.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Thornton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice property by a pond
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are freshly renovated which is so nice! Easy access facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehtap

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great location. Breakfast was cold cereal and coffee. Very disappointed in breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to everything including walking to downtown Estes park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

gale

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Frank

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
This place was very spartan. The room was dark with just the bare minimum. One of the beds was thin and squeaky. There was no soap in the soap dispenser by the sinks. There are no amenities, other than 3 tiny bottles of lotion. Why do I need 3 bottles of lotion? The free breakfast consisted of hard boiled eggs, wonder bread and pop tarts. We won’t be coming back. PS. Don’t believe the pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024