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Monarch Mountain Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Perched by the river, Monarch Mountain Lodge offers a warm welcome with an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Active travelers can unwind at the sauna or enjoy basketball and racquetball/squash; relax by the swimming pool with sun loungers or visit one of our other amenities like our bar and gym. Previous guests rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Classic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Classic Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Deluxe Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Executive Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
81201, CO, Monarch, 22720 W US Hwy 50

What's nearby

  • Elation Ridge - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Orcs - 4 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lodgeview - 5 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Southbound - 5 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 5 min drive - 8.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Gunbarrel Cafeteria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sidewinder Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cliffhangers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Elmo's Bar At Monarch - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Monarch Mountain Lodge

Hotel near Monarch Ski Area
You can look forward to an arcade/game room, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar at Monarch Mountain Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like basketball and racquetball/squash at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a gym and conference space.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A banquet hall, wedding services, and an off-leash area
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 90 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 39-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 6 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the front desk telephone to alert a staff memeber.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 6.00 to 12.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, 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)
  • 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, debit 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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Monarch Mountain Lodge
Monarch Mountain Hotel Monarch
Monarch Mountain Lodge Hotel
Monarch Mountain Lodge Monarch
Monarch Mountain Lodge Hotel Monarch

Frequently asked questions

Does Monarch Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Monarch Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monarch Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Monarch Mountain Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Monarch Mountain Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is steps from San Isabel National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Orcs and Elation Ridge. Mirkwood Bowl and East Trees are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Monarch Mountain Lodge Reviews

6.8

7.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge staff was great. The place has a lot of character and a few notable characters.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna M.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent approximately 10 minutes at the Monarch, enough to take in its darkness, age and eerie nature. The room was similar to a college dorm and the balcony is shared by all. While the front desk staff was very nice even they referred to it as having “character.” It felt like The Shining. The WIFI was very helpful as I booked a room several miles away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed how quiet it is up here. Really nice staff and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Nice setting. Walls ae thin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property outside was beautiful with Hummingbirds galore!! Room nice and comfy bed...however, I didn't like the check in process where front desk calls someone and reads my credit card info out loud to the person on the phone-in front of other guests-even though we prepaid!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property old.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

The Shining?

The check-in person seemed weird, and he had to call someone to do the check-in (I don't know why). There was no one there when I checked out. The hotel needs a sign out front.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hendrik

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nobody at the front counter, you will end up waiting 3 hours in order to simply check-in... This is your typical trucker stop lodge with zero frontdesk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service clean area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The balcony view was beautiful. It's open, making it easy to connect with other guests. The space is quiet, clean, and faces the mountains at the back of the property. We especially enjoyed watching the many hummingbirds at the active feeders. One downside is that there's no way to control the temperature in the room. One of us slept well, while the other woke up feeling hot. If you prefer a cooler sleeping environment, consider bringing a portable fan—and don’t forget an extension cord. Overall, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seemed straight outta 1988 and hadn't had much for maintenance or updating. The whole Lodge smelled of Marijuana, there were cameras everywhere, making us uncomfortable. Hot tubs were out of order. Awkward ceiling access panels. There was a breaker panel in the room and was missing breakers so sometime could touch the buss bars if they tried. The elevator lcd panel was missing and many lights flickering throughout. No receptacles available in the room to charge devices. Parking was OK, but there seemed to be parking out back that might've been more secure but we were told "No" about parking back there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Monarch Mountain Lodge, The room was big enough, the views terrific, and the area beautiful!

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location is a challenge for anyone running a hotel. Not in a community and at a very high altitude, it's got to be difficult to keep up. It does feel like investment dollars are needed. The only complaint we had was there is ZERO signage for this hotel right now. Not sure why, maybe waiting on a replacement, but not even a piece of paper in the window telling you this is a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Old bit confortable. Very close to ski resort. Needs upgrades and more personnel. It was a good stay for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property with all the amenities. Beautiful location, friendly staff. Working jacuzzi plus nice indoor pool, sun deck and games. We will def be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a bug crawl on my face while staying at this location. Called the front desk multiple times, had the hotel operator also call so I could just switch rooms. Did not get a room change. Cancelled the next day and got a different place. 0/10 if I could.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

George Doug

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was great Place is a bit run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Room was good size with microwave and tiny fridge. Bath had zero hot water. You will see this comment in other reviews. Yes, zero hot water and the cold is very cold. Very close to monarch and that is why we stayed here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stopped here on the ski off season (good price) on my way back from.a backpacking trip in the Colorado Rockies. Old building, but bring kept up quite well. I hoghly recommend a dtop here in the off season. Very friendly staff who go all out to make your dtsy a nice one.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Emilie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Like its proximity to Monarch Mtn, but it was very noisy. One of the bedside lamp switches didn’t work. Not a big deal for us but some might find it inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service! Thanks for making the accommodations fit out need ! Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we opened our room window you could hear the small creek running behind the property. From our room we could also watch the hummingbirds at the feeder.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel old but clean. Resteraunt only had 1 man doing it all. He was great. Food was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

DAVID

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cold and dark

This place is quirky and dark. Probably hasn’t been updated since the early 80s. Only one of the beds was comfortable to sleep in and had to cram into one. The heat was broken and it was 60 degrees the whole time in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

The room we booked was listed to sleep 5. It only had 2 queen beds. No other bed. The staff was helpful and got us a roll away but the listing was wrong. Some of the listed amenities don’t work but good place for price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024