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El Meson Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel near Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad in Chama

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Children's play area - outdoor
Lobby
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2667 US Highway 84, Chama, NM, 87520
  • Place, Rio Chama
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Heron Lake State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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  • 320 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 312 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen-Suite-Private Bathroom-Park View

  • 312 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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  • 312 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Queen-Family room-Private Bathroom-Park View

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Chama

On river.At this Chama motel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and 16 miles (25 km) of Heron Lake State Park. Carson National Forest is within 20 miles (32 km) and El Vado Lake State Park is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rio Chama - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Chama Church of Christ - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Heron Lake State Park - 24 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • El Vado Lake State Park - 37 min drive - 27.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rio Chama Coffee And Espresso Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fina's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elk Horn Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santy's Taco Shop - ‬19 min walk

About this property

El Meson Lodge

Motel near Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad in Chama
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this motel measures 50 square feet (5 square meters) and includes a conference center. El Meson Lodge also features barbecue grills and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Chama motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 50 sq ft of conference space
  • 5 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
El Meson Lodge offers 28 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature portable fans. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Lazy river
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Lazy river
  • Playground

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between midnight and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between midnight and 2:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Firewood fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Meson Lodge to the airport?

El Meson Lodge is 77.7 mi (99-min drive) away from the Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Meson Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Meson Lodge.

Does El Meson Lodge offer free breakfast?

El Meson Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Meson Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Meson Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at El Meson Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does El Meson Lodge have a pool?

El Meson Lodge does not have a pool.

Does El Meson Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Meson Lodge to downtown Chama?

El Meson Lodge is 2.3 mi away from Chama.

El Meson Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 60 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

RIchard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stay away.

We called on our way to the hotel. Was informed we needed to be there before 7pm or we wouldn’t be able to check in instead of the 1030 check in on the booking info. We barely made it. The room looked stayed in and no toilet paper or toiletries. We had to go back out and find the usual hotel provided items in an small town that shuts down early. Just an awful experience. Tried taking it up with the clerk or manager the next morning. A service lady said no one was around to talk to and have an excuse for the owner / manager. Stay away. Go to the cabins or another establishment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well clean room friendly staff made our stay really good
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Braden

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great, if you ever need to stay in this little town, this is the only place I would stay. I've been at every hotel in this town and this one is the only one worth staying at. The staff are so kind!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jefferey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Ski

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay

Clean and well kept. Easy to communicate with owner to get everything we needed for the room. She is taking covid seriously so you might have to ask for some things for your room, but she's great about responding and getting everything you need. It felt like a very quiet and safe location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Bob

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just stayed one evening. Quiet, peaceful location close to the river. Clean and comfortable room. Easy and pleasant check-in. Ample parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a last minute room change for preference and comfort (the othet guest has difficulty carrying luggageup stairs) , and the manager was very friendly and accommodating, and changed our room to downstairs. Great location, very quiet, and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

2/10 Terrible

Sara, Glendale, AZ

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We got to the hotel at 7pm, and the office was locked, no one answered the door, the phone, or the mgr suite. Expedia had to rebook us elsewhere when the, also, got no re af ponse frim the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joy, Albuquerque

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and super sweet staff. They truly value their guests
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

very good! excellent service!!!

comfortable, very clean and nice and quiet. Enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

Awesome!

OMG! .. Staff there was amazing! .. very quiet & cozy! .. Very delighted with our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, and a clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

4/10 Poor

Jim, out of state

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
OK. Pros: rooms are a little larger than some I've stayed in, clean, good location. Cons: no provided hand or shower soap, no TV remote, had to plug in the small refrigerator, lack of electrical plugs, no AC and no way to get cooler outside air into room without leaving the entrance door open, had a window but no airflow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

Fishing trip

I wish they would have had air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020