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Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Cortez motel

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Garden
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2040 East Main Street, Cortez, CO, 81321
  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Cortez Cultural Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Water Bed and 1 King Water Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cortez

In Cortez .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Cortez motel, you'll find Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio. Cortez Cultural Center and Cultural Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cortez Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 13 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Crow Canyon Archaeological Center - 15 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪WildEdge Brewing Collective - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Handy Mart - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Cortez motel
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde. Self parking is free.

This Cortez motel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Cortez motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Budget Host Cortez
Budget Host Hotel Cortez
Retro Inn Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Inn Mesa Verde
Retro Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Mesa Verde
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Motel
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Motel Cortez

Frequently asked questions

How close is Retro Inn at Mesa Verde to the airport?

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde is 6.4 mi (10-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde on Jun 18, 2025 start from $145.99, excluding 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 Retro Inn at Mesa Verde have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde.

Does Retro Inn at Mesa Verde offer free breakfast?

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ute Mountain Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Retro Inn at Mesa Verde have a pool?

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde does not have a pool.

Does Retro Inn at Mesa Verde have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Retro Inn at Mesa Verde to downtown Cortez?

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde is 1.4 mi away from Cortez.

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1206 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 1550 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The staff was amazing and the room was perfect. I would love to come back someday
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly & helpful. Check in was a breeze. The lodging is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

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

Clean, friendly, perfect spot

This was a great overnight place for our family to stay. It was very clean and our room was larger than most comparable hotel rooms. Breakfast was better than the hotel we stayed at the night before, so that was nice. It is a motel, but it was quiet for us and we had no problem sleeping. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Retro had everything we needed along with character! And the price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Roswell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night while passing through. Great little spot!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

Great little gem!

AMAZING! I loved our stay here so much that I’m already planning a trip back to MVNP just so we can stay here again. Incredible value for the price and so much fun! Our kids loved seeing the rooms with the waterbeds and trying out the phone booth. Our room was comfy and spacious. The only con is that the walls were very thin, but as long as your neighbor is respectful, it shouldn’t be an issue. 20/10 would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family run motel, clean, great service. Staff works very hard to make it a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible experience. Every room # decor is of the time. Fantastic game room. Clean! We usually only stay in places with inside entrances to our room and ratings above 9.0. The rating exceeds our minimum standard. If you want the retro experience with exceptional standards, this is the place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

a little gem

Traveling East with my niece and my dog. She was in charge of the hotel for the night. Chose the known hotel across the street but we discovered before we clicked accept that she had forgotten the pet friendly filter. It wasn't! Looked across the street and saw the sign for Retro Inn Looked at the reviews it had received and decided to go for it. Every review giving accolades was correct! Would I stay again and talk about it to friends? ABSOLUTELY!!! The room was clean, bed comfortable, toughtfully painted, nice wall decor fittin with the retro theme, even down to the orange landline phone. The dog area was an actual chain link run rather than just some green space. Breakfast was basic, nothing hot served but the eating area was delightful. Would I stay again? Yep!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay. Such a cute little inn.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little inn

We loved our stay. The property is just as described. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was good. We visited Mesa Verde National Park and Arches National Park while staying at the Retro Inn. Staff gave us good suggestions. Visit the CO Welcome Center if you can. Full of good suggestions and maps.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool property, with fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, and room was fine, breakfast excellent and staff were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Lehi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jerico

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very economical yet cozy inn. Diamond in a rough, i would call it. High value. It can use some improvement but, it has was consistently clean, quite and had a good breakfast selection l. My goto when traveling towards Texas from the northwest. Biggest complaint is that certain rooms has suboptimal parking spots. Not good if you have a large maintenance truck. However, if you talk with the receptionist they can advise to park in a better spot for larger vehicles.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jerico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025