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Murphy's River Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Historic Estes Park

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Exterior
Indoor pool
32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Property grounds
Water view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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481 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Estes Park Aerial Tramway
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)2

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Not on the River)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King on the River Garden Tub Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 240 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two King Deluxe | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Two King Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Estes Park

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge, you'll find The Stanley Hotel and Rocky Mountain National Park. Performance Park and Mrs. Walsh's Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Stanley Hotel - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Estes Park Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Elevations Eatery and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Murphy's River Lodge

Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Historic Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at the family-friendly Murphy's River Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Estes Park lodge is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1983
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Murphy's River Lodge offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Estes Park lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Front of property

Hotel Estes

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,025 reviews
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Estes

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle up to 20 m
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 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 night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 1.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

The hotel's policy requires at least one guest 21 years or older in the room at all times. Minimum age to book a room at this hotel is 21 years of age.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Murphy's Lodge
Murphy's River
Murphy's River Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy`s River Hotel Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge
Murphy's River Lodge Estes Park
Murphy's River Lodge Lodge Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

How close is Murphy's River Lodge to the airport?

Murphy's River Lodge is 38.6 mi (59-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 Murphy's River Lodge?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Murphy's River Lodge on Oct 26, 2025 start from $150.0, 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 Murphy's River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Murphy's River Lodge.

Does Murphy's River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Murphy's River Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Murphy's River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Murphy's River Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Murphy's River Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Murphy's River Lodge have a pool?

Murphy's River Lodge features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Murphy's River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Murphy's River Lodge to downtown Estes Park?

Murphy's River Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Estes Park.