The Best Hotels Closest to Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area in for 2026

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A building with hanging flower baskets and hanging lanterns.

A kitchen counter with a bread display, a fruit bowl, and condiments.

A modern bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed painting, and a large window with a view of greenery and a parked vehicle.

1. Silver Ridge Lodge

24.5 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Ronald and Mary

￥17,003

￥18,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A reception desk with a stone and wood design, a mirror, and a sign that reads "Browns Canyon Inn".

A rustic interior with a chandelier, wooden furniture, and a mural of a mountain landscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a clock and a menu.

A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, a hot tub, and a wooden fence.

2. Browns Canyon Inn

24.4 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Dawne

￥14,964

￥17,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A rustic interior with wooden benches, a chandelier, and a deer wall decoration.

A hot tub with wooden walls and large windows.

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a television, and a fireplace.

3. Gateway Inn And Suites

24.3 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Julie

￥15,780

￥18,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

4. BV Overlook Camp & Lodging

13.7 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Elizabeth

￥9,788

￥15,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A stone-walled corridor with a central archway, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating areas.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a bookshelf.

A spacious room with a large window, a fireplace, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by trees and a river.

5. Surf Hotel & Chateau

17.2 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Wendi

￥35,478

￥39,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A waterfall feature with a stone structure, a tree, and surrounding rocks.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A hotel entrance with a 'VACANCY' sign, a staircase, and hanging flower baskets.

A reception desk with a map, magazines, a coffee maker, and a basket of snacks.

6. Woodland Motel

22.4 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

David

￥17,738

￥20,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A neatly made bed with white and patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a checkered bedspread.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a coffee maker, a kettle, a remote control, and a small table with a cup and a tissue box.

A snow-covered park with bare trees and a mountain in the background.

A dining area with wooden chairs and a table, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a fence outside.

7. Parkview Inn Motel

71.6 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Terry

￥13,111

￥14,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A person lying on a bed with a yellow blanket, wearing patterned socks and black pants.

Two ATVs parked in front of a motel sign with a 'NO VACANCY' notice.

A play structure with a slide and climbing elements, surrounded by a grassy yard and a wooden fence.

A modern living room with a red accent wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a wooden cabinet, and a large wall art of a dog wearing glasses.

8. American Classic Inn

24.5 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Gayletta

￥14,654

￥16,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A Best Western hotel with a stone facade, indoor pool, spa, and a view cafe.

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

A wooden interior with a dining area, wicker chairs, a wooden table, a neon sign, and a green wall.

A modern kitchen with a stone pillar, wooden cabinets, and a large mountain artwork on the wall.

9. Best Western Vista Inn

18.6 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Larry

￥31,620

￥34,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden deck with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains during sunset.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

10. Mountain Goat Lodge B&B

22.6 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Rosemary

￥36,650

￥39,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A triangular room with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a view of a forest.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There is a wooden shelf with a plant and a sign that reads 'Dwell Beyond the Ordinary.'

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden shelves, and a dining area with a chair and table.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a seating area.

11. Colorado Basecamps

13.8 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Santos

￥22,623

￥24,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A room with two leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with an American flag.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a wooden counter, and a window with blinds.

12. Loyal Duke Lodge

24.5 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Imran

￥16,598

￥17,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

An aerial view of a pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A restaurant with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a counter with food items.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a sofa with a throw pillow.

13. Salida Inn & Monarch Suites

24.5 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Terry

￥17,658

￥20,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A swimming pool with people on floaties, surrounded by a wooden building and mountains.

A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof, surrounded by snow-covered trees and mountains in the background.

A restaurant with wooden walls and large windows, tables set with white tablecloths and napkins, and a waiter attending to a table.

A wooden table and chairs set outdoors with a mountain view.

14. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

16.8 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Crystal

￥49,087

￥52,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lantern-style lighting fixtures.

A bathroom with a stone wall, a wooden bench, a bathtub, and a mounted television.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a Christmas tree, and a large painting on the wall.

15. Buffalo Peaks B&B

19.4 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Jane

￥46,275

￥49,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Comfort INN" and a digital check-in kiosk.

A lobby with a stone wall, green and blue seating, a fireplace, and a large window.

16. Comfort Inn Salida

24.4 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Leo

￥18,354

￥21,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden structure with a hot tub and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

A row of vintage trailers with wooden porches, each with a small porch area and a bench.

A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden deck, and string lights.

A compact, modern room with a wooden desk, a bed with a white blanket, a hanging chair, and a small table with a plant.

17. The Amigo Motor Lodge

24.5 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Dawn

￥18,172

￥19,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a view of the outside, and a door leading to another room.

Three white dispensers labeled 'Hotel St. Cloud,' 'Shampoo,' and 'Conditioner' mounted on a marble wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a patterned floor.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a vanity with a makeup organizer.

18. Hotel St. Cloud

71.8 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Richard

￥29,275

￥32,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Two dome-shaped structures with wooden frameworks, set in an open area with a mountain in the background.

A train traveling through a canyon with rocky terrain and a river.

19. Mountain View RV Resort

63.6 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Annette

￥10,134

￥10,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, safety railings, and a lifebuoy.

A wooden gazebo with a roof, surrounded by a wooden deck and seating area.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern breakfast area with a bakery section, a cereal display, and a coffee station.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Canon City by IHG

76.1 km from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Amber

￥23,755

￥26,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Silver Ridge Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Browns Canyon Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Gateway Inn And Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,013 reviews	View
BV Overlook Camp & Lodging	9.2 Wonderful 120 reviews	View
Surf Hotel & Chateau	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Browns Canyon Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My 94 yr old Father was traveling alone after a day of difficulties. I requested the staff look after him. He was very satisfied with his stay. I decided to pay the extra $10 for the Mountain View room. The view was magnificent and was on the side away from traffic, so was quiet. I highly recommend this establishment."

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the accessibility of pools & variety. Staying on property was great!"

Gateway Inn And Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay. Font desk was helpful and friendly. Room was very clean."

Loyal Duke Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic stay. Our two dogs were very comfortable as were we!! Central to everything in the area and ample parking for our van. Best hotel coffee EVER. Thank you!!!"

Colorado Basecamps

10/10 Excellent

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our first time staying in a yurt—and what an experience! You couldn’t find a more serene location, with the most spectacular mountain views 🌄 and hiking distance to the AK 💦. (Appropriate footwear with good tread is HIGHLY recommended! 😂) that is ABSOLUTELY perfect for stargazing💫. For a yurt, they provide potable water, hot showers, WiFi, and a menu with 20 different food options. Honestly, we got our coffee early, and I was already thrilled they had flavored coffee creamer. 😂 We just sat back and watched the sun come up. Then the host started bringing things out… OJ, yogurt, fruit, parfaits, donuts, biscotti, cinnamon rolls… and then they opened the grill. We ordered biscuits & gravy with fried eggs, a breakfast burrito, and bacon. WTH?! 🤯 We were served what was hands-down the BEST camping breakfast EVER! Everything was delicious, and the hospitality was above and beyond. This place is fantastic. Beautiful, peaceful, incredible views, great food, and wonderful hosts. HIGHLY recommend! We would absolutely stay here again! 🌄❤️"

Great Western Colorado Lodge

8/10 Good

"Room had old furnishings but was clean and worth the lower rate than nearby hotels I checked."

BV Overlook Camp & Lodging

8/10 Good

"Loved being able to lay in bed and look at the stars! We liked the privacy of a campground which wasn't busy with campers coming and going. Beautiful mountain views. Could have been a little cleaner in the kitchen area. The sofa bed was very uncomfortable to sit on."

River Haven - Beautiful Home, Arkansas River Access, HotTub, Detached Suite WiFi

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy, clean property integrated for connecting with the Arkansas river. Comfortable seating everywhere. Fun games stocked. Loved our family time together at the River Haven."

Great for ATV's and TOY'S! Rent 6 nights and 7th is free!

8/10 Good

"Wonderful little house - my family truly enjoyed our weekend there and it had all the necessities you could need! Having access to a 2 car garage with a 2nd fridge was fantastic! Just a couple small things - the carpets really need a good deep clean and there was a light out in the 2nd bathroom. Drain in the 2nd bathroom drained really slow which left you standing in an inch or 2 of water while you showered. We cleaned a lot of hair out of it with one of those plastic drain snakes which helped some. Fan in the 2nd bathroom desperately needs to be vacuumed and the hot water knob for the shower needs to be replaced."

Other attractions near Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Riverside Park

9.6/10 (198 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Salida. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's art scene.

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Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery

8.2/10 (24 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery during your trip to Salida. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Salida Golf Club

8.2/10 (41 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Salida at Salida Golf Club. Amble around the area's riverfront, or seek out its rafting opportunities.

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SteamPlant Theater and Event Center

8.8/10 (63 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at SteamPlant Theater and Event Center during your trip to Salida. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center

9.0/10 (150 reviews)

You can take time to visit Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center during your travels to Salida. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Wood's High Mountain Distillery

9.0/10 (39 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wood's High Mountain Distillery during your travels to Salida. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its art scene.

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F Street Bridge

Find out about the history of Salida when you take a trip to F Street Bridge. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its major shopping area and great live music scene.

Where is the best place to stay close to Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area?

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area. Other good choices in the area include Colorado Basecamps and Gateway Inn And Suites.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area hotels

1. Silver Ridge Lodge

2. Browns Canyon Inn

3. Gateway Inn And Suites

4. BV Overlook Camp & Lodging

5. Surf Hotel & Chateau

6. Woodland Motel

7. Parkview Inn Motel

8. American Classic Inn

9. Best Western Vista Inn

10. Mountain Goat Lodge B&B

11. Colorado Basecamps

12. Loyal Duke Lodge

13. Salida Inn & Monarch Suites

14. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

15. Buffalo Peaks B&B

16. Comfort Inn Salida

17. The Amigo Motor Lodge

18. Hotel St. Cloud

19. Mountain View RV Resort

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Canon City by IHG

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Top Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Browns Canyon Inn

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

Gateway Inn And Suites

Loyal Duke Lodge

Colorado Basecamps

Great Western Colorado Lodge

BV Overlook Camp & Lodging

River Haven - Beautiful Home, Arkansas River Access, HotTub, Detached Suite WiFi

Great for ATV's and TOY'S! Rent 6 nights and 7th is free!

Other attractions near Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Riverside Park

Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery

Salida Golf Club

SteamPlant Theater and Event Center

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center

Wood's High Mountain Distillery

F Street Bridge

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