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Blue Door Inn

2.5 star property
Motel near Lake Estes Marina in Estes Park

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Free continental breakfast
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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1220 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

In Estes Park .You'll find Lake Estes Marina and Stanley Village within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Stanley Museum and Aspen and Evergreen Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Estes Park - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Estes Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Blue Door Inn

Motel near Lake Estes Marina in Estes Park
Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Blue Door Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Estes Park motel.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1958
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Door Inn offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

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 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Blue Door Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel
Blue Door Inn Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Door Inn to the airport?

Blue Door Inn is 37 mi (57-min drive) away from the Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Door Inn?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Door Inn on Jan 9, 2026 start from $75.6, 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 Blue Door Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Door Inn.

Does Blue Door Inn offer free breakfast?

Yes, Blue Door Inn offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Door Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Blue Door Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Door Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Door Inn have a pool?

Blue Door Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Blue Door Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Blue Door Inn to downtown Estes Park?

Blue Door Inn is 1.1 mi away from Estes Park.

Blue Door Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not sure what’s up with all the negative reviews, our room was perfectly clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

CLAYTON

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old motel - partially remodeled - The 2 chairs were old and uncomfortable. Bed was okay. I don’t care for bathroom sink and vanity outside of the bathroom and located in the living/bedroom area. Door was old and had been kicked in before as the latch lock wasn’t working and door jamb chipped and broken off. Apparently there’s no hurry or reason to repair it. The room had an Old musty smell in room. Glad I carry Lysol. While in the small bathroom, a large spider crawled in under the door from the living/bedroom area. Obviously no pest control used. Wouldn’t stay here again. We didn’t bother eating the free continental breakfast. It just looked thrown together and unappealing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze!! So nice and helpful!! Our room was big, the bed very comfortable and everything was spotless. High light was all the elk that was across the street then came across and we went back inside and watched them out the window!!
Beside the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Amenities
The room and bath were very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Estes Park. Clean enough. Spacious studio room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The building was very old but rehabbed fairly nicely. Breakfast was not very good but OK. They had the wrong credit card on my account when I checked out but staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Rooms are clean and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Traveled with partner
This motel is in a good location..you can walk to shopping and food. Its about 5 miles from the entrance yo Rocky Mountain national Park. The property itself is old and tired. They are renovating it but materials are cheap. Youre paying good money. Go to a more modern place. Our floor was not swept. They redid the floor with vinyl after ripping old carpet out. It was noisey. We could here suitcases rolling and people walking . This place is average. Plus side, there was a big bull elk and three cows in the back yard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sue, North Fort Myers

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
As we knew, this property was a bit rustic. The bed was old and lumpy and there were stains on the carpet. Breakfast was very simple. But the staff was friendly and the location was perfect. All in all, for the price it was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bjarne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay

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

DON’T STAY HERE!!

This hotel was the worst! Old, dilapidated, and run down with staff that are extremely unhelpful. Booked a suite that was listed as being handicap accessible and there were two huge stairs to get into the room. Staff couldn’t understand the problem and wouldn’t accommodate with a different room. They also charged my debit card for the entirety of the stay before we even checked in even though it was a pay at the hotel reservation. They have yet to refund my money from a 3-night stay. Needless to say, this place is garbage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little old but being improved. Works well for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and just what we needed to enjoy our time in RMNP and town. Our room was clean and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lorenz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Need better service

The motel is pet friendly, but hotels.com says it is $20 per night to have a pet and they charged me $30 per night. They have not responded to my request to rectify this. The floors were dirty enough to make my feet black. The worst was getting locked out of my room, at night, because they hadn’t set my key correctly. They did not answer their nighttime phone, and I ended up having to call the police to get back into my room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff were super helpful and accommodating. I booked 2 rooms for 2 nights and 1 for a single night. They did not have the rooms that I booked but literally did everything they could to make it right. We got what needed in the end. The rooms were small but comfortable. Very clean. I would recommend this motel for its value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, KYLE

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

8/10 Good

lynne

Traveled with partner
breakfast didn't have much setting food was bad eggs looked like a pan cake no sausage or bacon to go with it nothing but dry was so many people took it outside and ate by pool went into town the next 3 days and ate there. also floor in room was dirty cleaned rest of the room was good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Geraldine, Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness
While I understand that summertime rates are higher than other times of the year, $213/night was excessive for the quality of the room, amenities, and continental breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jin-Ghee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was comfortable, but a few amenities were missing (e.g. no cloth hangers) and we had a couple of equipment problems (a light fixture and in-room Keurig coffee machine were not working). However the staff was nice enough to bring us a new coffee machine. The price was a bit high due to the touristy area but it was acceptable for a 2-bedroom suite with a mountain view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jill

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025