Great Western Colorado Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Salida

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BBQ/picnic area
Two Queens | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sauna
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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352 West Rainbow Boulevard, Salida, CO, 81201
  • Place, Salida Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Mountain Mini Golf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Loyal Duke's Dog Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

King Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Salida

City center stay.Steps from the motel, you'll find Salida Museum and Rocky Mountain Mini Golf. Also, Loyal Duke's Dog Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Wood's High Mountain Distillery is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Salida Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rocky Mountain Mini Golf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Loyal Duke's Dog Park - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Salida Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Riverside Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
  • ‪Mo Burrito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Robin's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bunny & Clyde’s Corner Bakery & Café - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Great Western Colorado Lodge

Motel perfectly located for exploring Salida
Great Western Colorado Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool and a sauna. Public spaces have free WiFi. Great Western Colorado Lodge also features barbecue grills, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Salida motel.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Great Western Colorado Lodge offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Salida motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 2.5

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Great Western Colorado Salida
Great Western Colorado Lodge
Great Western Lodge
Great Western Colorado Hotel Salida
Great Western Colorado Lodge Motel
Great Western Colorado Lodge Salida
Great Western Colorado Lodge Motel Salida

Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Western Colorado Lodge to the airport?

Great Western Colorado Lodge is 65 mi (73-min drive) away from the Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Western Colorado Lodge?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Western Colorado Lodge on Jun 8, 2026 start from $87, 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.

Does Great Western Colorado Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Western Colorado Lodge.

Does Great Western Colorado Lodge offer free breakfast?

Great Western Colorado Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Western Colorado Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Great Western Colorado Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Western Colorado Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Great Western Colorado Lodge have a pool?

Great Western Colorado Lodge features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Does Great Western Colorado Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Great Western Colorado Lodge to downtown Salida?

Great Western Colorado Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Salida.

Great Western Colorado Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1009 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Super clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is a great value. I've stayed here a few times over the last year, and the rooms are very clean with good linens and towels, and it is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great staff great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic but clean room, reasonable rates. No breakfast but a great value - I've stayed there multiple times over the years.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Larsson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and priced right, beautiful surrounding area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to say at very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are very clean, and the hotel staff are friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff. I definitely would stay there again if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality, absolutely the best Lodging
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a bit outdated but, for the price it was certainly acceptable. It was clean and it was nice to get into the room and find there were two queen sized beds rather than just one. The gentleman who checked me in was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Darren

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ski weekend, hot tub not working, no breakfast bar open, thin walls.....pass
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place!!! Clean, friendly quiet place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Cute place, a little old but clean, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second year to stay here. Good location, comfy beds. Centrally located to mountains, river rafting and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Truman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Courteous check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking. VERY small room and TV. Very noisy, but it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok for just an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient stay in Salida.

Nice hotel, convenient location & great place to stay for a quick overnight when traveling. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
what they advertise it's what you get, friendly and fast check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great size room. Property is dated but very clean. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to vacation. Everything about the motel was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to dining
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place and a great location! The room was pretty large, and the tub was big enough for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025