Far View Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Mesa Verde National Park resort

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Lobby lounge
Exterior
Exterior
Dinner served
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Mile Marker 15, inside, Mesa Verde National Park, CO, 81330
  • Place, Wetherill Mesa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cliff Palace
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Kiva Room Two Double Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Kiva Room One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kiva Two Queens

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Kiva Deluxe View - 1 King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Doubles

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Mesa Verde National Park

In Mesa Verde National Park .Stay at this Mesa Verde National Park resort and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wetherill Mesa and 2 miles (3 km) of Far View Sites. Chapin Mesa Museum and Park Point are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Wetherill Mesa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cliff Palace - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Balcony House - 23 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Ute Mountain Casino - 48 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Far View Terrace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Metate Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spruce Tree Terrace - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Far View Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Far View Lodge

Enjoy the free parking at this Mesa Verde National Park resort
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This Mesa Verde National Park resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Far View Lodge offers 150 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 20 2025 to April 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per day
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Far View Lodge to the airport?

Far View Lodge is 30.5 mi (52-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Far View Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Far View Lodge.

Does Far View Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Far View Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Far View Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Far View Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Far View Lodge?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Far View Lodge have a pool?

Far View Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Far View Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Far View Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Far View Lodge to downtown Mesa Verde National Park?

Far View Lodge is 2.1 mi away from Mesa Verde National Park.

Reviews

Far View Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying here was absolutely wonderful! The location couldn’t be more convenient—situated right inside the park, it made getting to all the nearby trails quick and easy. After a full day of exploring, it was such a relief to come back without a long drive. The setting itself is incredibly peaceful. The property is quiet, and the views are absolutely stunning—it really feels like a retreat surrounded by nature. Waking up to such a beautiful landscape each morning was one of the highlights of our trip. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone who wants both comfort and accessibility while enjoying the park. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mercedes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge fit in perfectly with the beauty of the park…and the sunrise from our balcony!…chef’s kiss!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything, food, facilities and service were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wade

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

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady I checked in with was very helpful, getting me creamer as there was no milk available for purchase. There could have been more food choices available in the lounge but the bartender and lounge staff were wonderful, friendly and very helpful as I was with my elderly mother who is picky. The room was nice especially the beds and pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
We loved this hotel, in spite of the fact that it is in need of renovations. They seem to need more employees. The linens were not completely clean and we could hear EVERY word the guests in next room spoke. It is a beautiful spot, and staff was friendly. I hope the needed renovations and repairs are done.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanna

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

Fantastic views

A fantastic view with great rooms and food. Having a private balcony is the way to go when staying here. It is so quiet and peaceful at night. I had dinner in the lounge outside and it made for the perfect night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Good location

I understand that this was a remote hotel and most people might be OK. However, we couldn’t deal with the mice in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita, Wichita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for not having a tv in the room. Food was excellent. It was great not having the light pollution so that we could see the Milky Way at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle, Tooele

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The original room we were given was filthy, to the point that it looked like there was throw up on the wall. There was blood on the bedspread and pillows. One of the washcloths looked like it had been used as toilet paper and was there as though it was fresh for somebody to use. The front desk staff gave us the runaround to begin with until the manager was able to intercept a message from us. She was absolutely amazing. She apologized for all of the problems and gave us another room the same day. She was kind and very capable and had things taken care of quickly. We were refunded for one of the nights of our stay. Management is amazing but the support staff is not. They appear to be understaffed and the support staff seemed to not care. I believe they are seasonal workers and do not have a stake in the lodge. There's a monopoly on the food. There are only 2 places to eat at, and they are open at different times throughout the day, so you have to eat at one of the other. The rooms do provide a small refrigerator, and they have ice machines which were helpful. The rooms do not have televisions. Bring cards or games for when you are in the room. No access to the internet and no cell phone service. The walls are thin, and you can hear everything in the other rooms around you. We were not impressed. Hopefully they get their act together. Next time we will just stay in the city and drive to Mesa Verde if we decide to go back. Positive = location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ants in bathroom area (not many) The bathroom door very hard to open/close because not enough space under door
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property, with wild horses that were outside our patio when we woke up. The view was to die for. Our fan in our bathroom didn’t work, but other than that for the area I would hook it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

Nice place to stay.

Nice cabin feel at Mesa Verde National Park. Makes it much easier to get to the sites within the park. Ditto to all other comments about views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luanne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a mouse in our room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher T

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very good location in the park. It’s definitely more “cabin-like” and basic. It was nice to have the restaurant there with incredible views and good food. The room rate was very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

cathy

Liked: Staff & service
The property is fantastic for location. It's an average national park room. Nothing fancy at all, but what they don't tell you is Mesa Verde has pack rats. They get into the room and nest in the cars. I paid for a double bed, but after seeing the rat run out of the room into the room next door, my daughter slept with me. It's not like we could go anywhere else at 2am. Be aware, you may have an extra companion with you that you didn't expect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thaddeus

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was outstanding though very far from town... like 40 minutes. Hotel was very run down and stayed. It was basically a step up from camping but not much. The rooms were really tiny and liked like they were from the Brady bunch era. Our AC didn't even work. Lucky the windows opened and the area was safe enough to leave our windows open all night so we didn't bake. Restaurant was okay but we found out that a block down the road they sell the safe entres at the cafe for significantly less and you don't have to pay a server. But the price wasn't bad. Not sure I would stay there again unless morning ride in the area was available for close to the same price. It wasn't terrible... again the area and views were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025