With a stay at Chama River Bend Lodge in Chama, you'll be 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Carson National Forest. .This motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Rio Chama and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Edward Sargent Wildlife Management Area.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Heron Lake State Park - 25 min drive - 30.7 km
El Vado Lake State Park - 38 min drive - 44.8 km
Getting around
Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 99 min drive
Restaurants
Rio Chama Coffee And Espresso Bar - 3 min drive
Subway - 17 min walk
Fina's Restaurant - 15 min walk
Elk Horn Restaurant - 8 min walk
Santy's Taco Shop - 12 min walk
About this property
Chama River Bend Lodge
Riverfront motel in Chama with free parking
Chama River Bend Lodge offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. This Chama motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this motel include tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Things to do
Fishing
Playground
Family friendly
Children's games
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Playground
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
On a river
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 floor
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
6 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
CHAMA RIVER BEND
Chama River Bend Hotel
RIVER BEND LODGE
CHAMA RIVER BEND LODGE Motel
CHAMA RIVER BEND LODGE Chama
CHAMA RIVER BEND LODGE Motel Chama
Chama River Bend Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 415 reviews
10 - Excellent
222
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 415 reviews
8 - Good
130
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 415 reviews
6 - Okay
38
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 415 reviews
4 - Poor
16
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 415 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Susannah
18 Sept 2025
Charming and rustic, on the Chama River, well kept grounds run by very nice people.
This was my first time in Chama, so I didn’t know what to expect. The biggest complaint is the lack of places to eat that were close by or the places that were close by that were just closed.
The location was easy to negotiate, parking extra easy, friendly clerk at check-in, but it is not a newer property and there was a lack of outlets. The tub and toilet room was crowded and needed an extra towel rack or two. Very clean, just not new. Beds were comfortable.
Christina
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Jed
Travelled with partner
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Staff & service
The room was not ready when I arrived they gave me the key went to go into the room and it had not been cleaned let management know and I had to wait for them to clean the room after that everything was good
Staff extremely warm and friendly. Gorgeous views, close to Cumbres and Toltec train, quiet and peaceful. Room was clean, however facial tissue was almost out, and bathroom tissue was of very inferior quality. We would stay there again when in the area.
First time say, nice property. I would definitely stay here again.
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Katja
Travelled with family
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sadly this was not what we had expected. Squeaky uncomfortable bed, tiniest shower and bathroom I have ever seen. AC only in the living room not the bedroom. Mouse droppings in the bedroom and very loud guests around us all night. Would have probably been better off in a tent.
This was a well-priced hotel in the location I was seeking to ride the nearby scenic railroad. The lady at the front desk was ready for my arrival and helped with a tip for a nearby restaurant! The room was clean and had all the amenities to make our stay easy.