Does anyone know a nice place to stay in Estes and/or Durango, CO? About This Page:

[Cameron's mom]

I'm trying to make reservations online for 2 motels near Rocky National State Park. I was thinking Estes is as close as you get. Also, one in Durango near Mesa Verde. I saw a Best Western at both locations and a Holiday Inn in Estes. I'm looking for a moderately priced hotel(under $175-200 night) that is clean, nice pool and a lodgy kind of feel to it. We're planning a late June early July stay. Any suggestions?
Thanks!

[Shell_of_the_South]

We stayed in Craig, CO which is west of Rocky Mtn. National Park. I can't remember what kind of hotel we stayed in, it was probably a Comfort Inn or some kind of chain like that.

[WDWorld2003]

If you can get in, YMCA of the Rockies has wonderful cabins just 2 miles from RMNP. They are reasonably priced - $85 on up - and the Y has many things to do for a family or couple. I know they have a website - just do a search for YMCA of the Rockies and it will come up.

[Fortissimo]

Just received my AAA magazine today and they had a few adds about both locations. Just a sec and I'll be back in a flash

(running to get magazine)

First, Estes Park: Estes Park has tons of Bed and Breakfast all over. The most interesting place to stay, however, would be the Stanley Hotel. Think Stephen King's "The Shinning" as the Stanley was the base for his book. Don't worry, it's not haunted! Now let me search for the ad...

(flipping thru magazine)

Okay, you can call the Stanley at 1-800-976-1377 or visit them online: Stanley Hotel

Now for Durango - Durango, Silverton, and Telluride are probably my favorite places here in Colorado. I have stayed at the Holdiay Inn in Durango and it has always been very clean and comfortable. It is also right next to the river.

Here's a website you might want to try: Durango for lodging and attractions. Durango is very close to Mesa Verde National Park, which next to WDW happens to be my favorite place to visit.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

[Cameron's mom]

Thanks for the info Fortisimo [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] I'll check into those websites.

[WDWorld2003]

Just had to chime in on the Stanley Hotel ..... my sister stayed there last year and did not like it... very overpriced, small pool, noisy. I think it has a lot of ambiance and mystery but that may be as far as it goes. We've been to Estes Park many times and again, I would look into the Y. We're going again this year and staying on the other side at Snow Mountain. Have fun whatever you do - Colorado is so beautiful! [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img]

[Cameron's mom]

The Durango site was very informative. If we can make it there after Estes Park I would definately hit Mesa Verde and the train ride.
The YMCA was already booked up for the entire summer! So, I found a neat cabin resort near Rocky Mountain National Park called Glacier Lodge. It looked pretty cool: sits on the Thompson River, has horseback riding each morning, and a small ice cream shop. I'll let everyone know what it was like when we get back. Thanks again for the information [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

[WDWorld2003]

Just so you're aware, the YMCA does not even begin taking reservations until April 6th (by mail) and May 1 (by phone) so you may still be able to get in..... [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] We're still getting ours ready to send in and crossing our fingers we'll get a cabin. There's no guarantee you'll get a cabin as members have 1st dibs but it's well worth looking into!

I see you're going to be at POR - so are we! 1st time on site - we'll be there from 3/28-4/5. If you see a middle aged DH & DW, and 2 beautiful DD's - 13 & 15, all talking Minnesotan - say "hello".

[Cameron's mom]

[img]graemlins/wavin.gif[/img] We'll look for you! We'll be the couple with 2 girls and one lively 4 year old boy.