| featuring views of the continental divide, this low-key hotel set in a lodgelike building is 2 blocks from lake estes and 1. 3 miles from central estes park. the down-to-earth rooms come with free wi-fi, minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers; some rooms have bunk beds. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. free bottled water and all-day snacks are available at the front desk, and continental breakfast is provided. rooms are stair-access only. there's also a seasonal outdoor pool, 2 hot tubs and a playground area with bbq grills and picnic tables
Denver International Airport 1 hr 31
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