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Murphy's River Lodge

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Aspen)

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Aspen)

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Blue Spruce Room)

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Blue Spruce Room)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Cedar Room)

Room, 1 King Bed (Cedar Room) | Living area

Room, 1 King Bed (Cedar Room)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • 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)

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Condo

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Condo

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • 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)

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

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Condo

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Condo

32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Condo

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Condo

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Condo

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two King Deluxe

Two King Deluxe

Two King Deluxe

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Estes Park

With a stay at Murphy's River Lodge in Estes Park, you'll be in a shopping district, a 5-minute walk from Historic Estes Park and a 3-minute drive from The Stanley Hotel. .This family-friendly lodge is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Rocky Mountain National Park and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Bear Lake Trailhead.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Estes - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Stanley Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪You Need Pie! - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Barrel - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Murphy's River Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and an indoor pool
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.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. 32-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a hot tub. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle up to 20 metres
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1983
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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; 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
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

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision

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

Murphy's River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel was very clean, had a full kitchen, cute deck next to the river and comfortable beds There were many personal touches to the room such as towels folded into swans or fans. The customer service was great with updates via text and calls. When we arrived you could tell it used to be a motel, but they maintain the property. The walls and ceiling were quite thin and we were woken up by the sounds of the guests walking around above us. The fireplace was not functional with wood or gas, only with a tin of flammable gel that provided no heat and little flame. The continental breakfast was very minimal with yogurt, beat up fruit, prepackaged Danishes and very sweet juice. We went out for breakfast, so that did not save us any money. Overall, expect a motel with great customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place for really rest
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristian

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

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

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the Double King room after another hotel failed to meet our expectations. Right off the bat the staff was wonderful. They called and informed us we could check in early. The room was fantastic. The entire site was very clean, maintained and family friendly. The kids loved the indoor pool and we loved the hot tub. Only thing i could say is do laundry intown. Their machine is very small but their dryer takes hours to dry. After two hours we had to just let the clothes air dry lol. Vent was clean, temp was on high. Just wasnt able to get them dried. I only list that because they ask for feedback. Thats not even a deal breaker though lol. They even called to tell us our gloves were left behind and offered to mail them back. The staff was phenomenal. Located perfectly, Rocky Mountain national park is just minutes away as is shoppong and dining. We cant wait to come back. Estes always ensures we feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were many personal touches around the property and room that stood out from typical chain hotels. Friendly staff, clean, wish we could've stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hailey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey

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

Friends long weekend

location, parking, room size was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey

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

Friends get away.

Great location, friendly staff, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Close to town comfort

Perfect stay close to town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay! Nice room and you can just walk right into Estes Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved the amenities on the property like the hot tub and heated indoor pool. The proximity to restaurants and shops in Estes Park was a bonus. The staff were very welcoming and answered any questions we had. Definitely will stay again when visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our February stay at Murphy River Lodge! There was plenty of available parking and we were able to easily walk downtown for shops and dining. It is a short drive to the Rocky’s. The staff were very welcoming and offered coffee and popcorn in the lobby which was very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family winter getaway destination

Great stay with our kids, (6 & 8). The room had everything we needed, lots of space and great amenities. Close to Main Street but still very peaceful. Indoor pool with hot tub was perfect for a winter getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the on the river vibe and fire pits.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnne

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

Can’t go wrong!

You can’t beat the service here! From the minute I booked, someone reached out to me to make sure they’d be prepared for our visit. We don’t love to travel with our dogs but we had to, and their dog friendly suites are amazing. River front, easy access to the patio that locks so you can let your pets sit outside for a bit. Super clean inside and comfy. Well appointed and even had a portable fan. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryszard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is older and it is noticed that in some places it has already been renovated and in some places not yet. What you remember when you leave this lodge is that it has a very good location, very nice staff, it is clean and equipped with everything a traveler needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Davidson

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025