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Blue Door Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Free continental breakfast
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Pool
The current price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Studio Suite

Premium Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View | View from room

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
1220 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Estes Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Blue Door Inn

Motel near Lake Estes Marina
Located close to Stanley Village and Stanley Museum, Blue Door Inn provides free continental breakfast, golfing on-site and a garden. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and barbecues
  • Luggage storage and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Blue Door Inn offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1958
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Blue Door Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel
Blue Door Inn Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Door Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Door Inn?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Door Inn on 2 Sept 2025 start from AU$313.99, 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 Blue Door Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Door Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Door Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Door Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Door Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Estes Marina, Stanley Village and Stanley Museum. Aspen and Evergreen Gallery and Barlow Plaza are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Blue Door Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice, quiet place close to the park and downtown area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room with great views. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I adored the quaint little area. The pool was lovely. We got to grill in their outdoor grills. I had such a a lovely time. My service dogs enjoyed the stay. The staff was kind and sweet. Over all loved it and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, staff was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property isn’t fancy, but what exactly what we needed. The staff was friendly & let us check in quite early. It’s the perfect location for Estes & RMNP entrance as well. The room was great & we enjoyed sitting outside under the pergola in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan

The pool was
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and clean! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked proximity to RMNP and shops nearby. Rooms were okay but breakfast was really disappointing “terrible”. We ended going out to eat everyday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a room with a bed and
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this property due to good reviews and availability of a pool. Upon arrival the pool is locked and green yuck
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy our stays here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property seemed clean but there was toilet paper in the toilet when we checked into our room and a few hairs in the sheets of our bed, staff was very kind and friendly which helped with the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walking distance to shopping and quick drive to the park. Good shower, comfy bed, decent comp breakfast but terrible coffee. There was peeling paint on the walls. It is just old, but had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, old, clean, cozy, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pattie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
wasn't what I expected for the price, dirty couch coffee maker needed a deep clean white residue inside here water goes, glad only had one night there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable and good locatio away from crowds and traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness
A budget hotel, and needing updates, but immaclate and cozy. Pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and lots of parking near the room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet, and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old, tired, worn out, facility. Should have been bulldozed 20 years ago. Opportunity for a big hotel to buy the land, demolish the motel and start over.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only 1 night, but it was pleasant, mountain views, prairie dogs fun to watch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025