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Monarch Mountain Lodge

3.0 star property

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Food and drink
Lobby sitting area
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Restaurant

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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22720 W US Hwy 50, Monarch, CO, 81201
  • Place, Elation Ridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodgeview
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Monarch Ski Area
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (No View)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Monarch

With a stay at Monarch Mountain Lodge in Monarch, you'll be on a river, just steps from San Isabel National Forest and a 4-minute drive from East Trees. .This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Elation Ridge and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Mirkwood Bowl.

What's nearby

  • Elation Ridge - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Mirkwood Bowl - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lodgeview - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Southbound - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Monarch Ski Area - 7 min drive - 8.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sidewinder Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Elmo's Bar At Monarch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gunbarrel Cafeteria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cliffhangers - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Monarch Mountain Lodge

Monarch Mountain Lodge offers 90 accommodations. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 90 guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Conveniences include desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and wedding services.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Monarch Mountain Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station and a vending machine. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Monarch Mountain Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 6 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the front desk telephone to alert a staff memeber.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 6.00 to 12.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Monarch Mountain Lodge
Monarch Mountain Hotel Monarch
Monarch Mountain Lodge Hotel
Monarch Mountain Lodge Monarch
Monarch Mountain Lodge Hotel Monarch

Monarch Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 149 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 143 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is always so friendly and helpful. And I really love being so close to the ski resort. The food is always fresh and served in an amazing amount of time, even when they are busy. I really enjoy staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spotless room, and very friendly, helpful staff. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First, check in was woeful. The receptionist was unhelpful and slow, and didn’t tell us about any of the following problems. The room itself was incredibly dry, the heater did not adjust, and the shower/bath was lukewarm at best, which is not nice after a long day skiing. On top of that, it was also not particularly clean, and there was mold in the bathroom. But the problems did not stop there. The next morning, we had planned to be able to take the shuttle to Monarch Mountain to ski, only to find out it wasn’t running. The food was also terrible, both breakfast and dinner. Very minimal options, slow service, and horribly cooked (and it still wasn’t cheap!). My girlfriend also ended up on the toilet for over an hour after eating the chicken tenders, be warned! To top it all off, the hot tubs advertised were out of order. I’d give this place 0 stars if I could, avoid at all costs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Logan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing stay for the price We stayed here for several nights due to its proximity to Monarch Mountain, which is really the main benefit of this lodge. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not match the price. Check-in required calling someone via radio to come to the front desk, and we were given a physical room key. While I understand this is a more rural area, the room itself had several issues. There was no air circulation in the room. The heater did not work, and the bathroom fan was also nonfunctional. We were told to open the balcony door for airflow, which is not a realistic solution during winter conditions and the shared balcony. The bathroom floor appeared very dirty, and while we were told it was the “natural grout color,” it still looked unclean. The sink handle was broken, the ice machine was not working, and the electrical outlets were extremely loose. Maintenance later added a plug adapter to turn one outlet into four, but this did not actually resolve the underlying issue. Housekeeping only replaced towels and did not clean the room during the stay (which is noted in the description, but still worth mentioning for those expecting daily service). We ultimately left a day early. For a significantly lower price, this would have been more understandable, but at nearly $700 for four nights, the value just wasn’t there. The location is excellent, but the condition of the rooms and level of service need major improvement.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nada

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Monarch Mountain, clean and affordable. Restaurant was an added bonus for early mornings, the wait staff was attentive. The food was quick and fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we needed for staying one night before skiing the next day. The food at the hotel restaurant was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for skiing at monarch. 7 minute drive even in a snowstorm! This place is great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna M.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent approximately 10 minutes at the Monarch, enough to take in its darkness, age and eerie nature. The room was similar to a college dorm and the balcony is shared by all. While the front desk staff was very nice even they referred to it as having “character.” It felt like The Shining. The WIFI was very helpful as I booked a room several miles away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good. Parking was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building was old and needed updates
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When I first looked at the photo of the exterior , I was reminded of the hotel in ‘The Shining’ The desk clerk had the vibe of a stoned elderly hippy and had to call someone else to take my credit card info. The lovely views of the mountain were a plus. The 1970’s decor did distract from dingy towels, etc The construction has a wrap around balcony which can be entered from any room but definitely did not feel secure. The graffiti by the entrance is off putting I’m sure this is an affordable ski lodging base for groups of young people and families. On arrival and departure other putative guests stopped us to ask if the hotel ‘was okay’ … of course we knew why the gentleman who asked upon our arrival was asking after meeting the desk clerk. On departure, we answered by saying ‘we’re still alive’
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Beds were ok. Building needs some updating. No refrigerator or microwave. Breakfast was available but not continental
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bartholomew

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service from Kiley. Beautiful views. Very good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chastity

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The evening staff was friendly and professional. The morning staff was non existent. If you want breakfast it is a limited menu for about $13 + per person plus a 20% gratuity added. The room was not clean. There was sticky stuff all over the night stand that looked like spilled soda. The bed was not comfortable and room stuffy. The hot water was Luke warm at best. However, the location and views are wonderful. We loved the area. The hotel is in bad need of maintenance and renovation. Also note there are no options to purchase or get milk or other vending items or snacks. We were traveling with a toddler and asked for milk but was told they did not have any. We would stay again for an overnight stay because we love nature and like the location, but I would not recommend for longer stays or if you are looking for comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seemed straight outta 1988 and hadn't had much for maintenance or updating. The whole Lodge smelled of Marijuana, there were cameras everywhere, making us uncomfortable. Hot tubs were out of order. Awkward ceiling access panels. There was a breaker panel in the room and was missing breakers so sometime could touch the buss bars if they tried. The elevator lcd panel was missing and many lights flickering throughout. No receptacles available in the room to charge devices. Parking was OK, but there seemed to be parking out back that might've been more secure but we were told "No" about parking back there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Vladimir, inglewood

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is very dated but clean. It is on the middle of nowhere but with beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge staff was great. The place has a lot of character and a few notable characters.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025