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Far View Lodge

2.0 star property
Resort in Mesa Verde National Park with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Enjoy a meal al fresco in this serene outdoor dining area, surrounded by comfortable seating and beautifully set tables.
Stunning hillside building with a circular design, featuring a prominent staircase and multiple rooms.
Relax in this airy space with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring multiple seating areas and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
Discover the Far View Terrace Gift Shop & Cafe, nestled among lush greenery and scenic views.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair, offering a view of the surrounding landscape.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Mile Marker 15, inside, Mesa Verde National Park, CO, 81330
  • Wetherill Mesa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Cliff Palace
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Kiva Room Two Double Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Kiva Room Two Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Kiva Two Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Kiva Room One King Bed

View from room

Kiva Room One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Kiva Deluxe View - 1 King

View from room

Kiva Deluxe View - 1 King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Queens

Balcony

Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Queens

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony

Kiva Deluxe View - 2 Doubles

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Mesa Verde National Park

At Far View Lodge you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Wetherill Mesa and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Far View Sites. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Metate Room, is open for dinner. Far View Lounge is the resort's own lobby lounge. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Mesa Verde National Park resort include Chapin Mesa Museum and Farming Terrace Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Wetherill Mesa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Park Point - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cliff Palace - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Balcony House - 25 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 27 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Far View Terrace Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Metate Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spruce Tree Cafeteria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Point Lookout Trail - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Far View Lodge

Resort in Mesa Verde National Park with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
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. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Far View Lounge
  • Far View Terrace Cafe
  • Metate Room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

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

The property is closed between 21 October and 16 April.

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from 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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Far View Lodge?

Far View Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Far View Lodge?

As of 27 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Far View Lodge on 11 Aug 2025 start from AU$174.17, including 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.

Is parking available at Far View Lodge?

Yep, Far View Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Far View Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Far View Lodge.

Does Far View Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Far View Lodge?

No, Far View Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Far View Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 21 until April 16.

What time are check-in & check-out at Far View Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Far View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1011 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boung Jin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We booked a king room and received what might’ve been a queen but seemed like a full sized bed. The place was dated and appeared to not be renovated since the 70s. The bathroom did not have heat except for a broken heat lamp. The lone bright spot was the staff. They were nice and helpful. They were the only thing that keeps this from a one star review.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayako

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Inside the Monument Valley is unforgettable experience stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a freat sight seeing place. Bare bones in that if you are looking for luxury do not go here. The accomidations could you some upfrading in the daycets and toilets leak, but all in all work fine. No tvs and wi fi spotty if you can get on. Looking forward to going back as the area is spectaculer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Greenville

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Mice! Woke up at midnight to find one chewing its way into one of our bags. They were hiding out under the mini fridge. I can only imagine what it looks like under it… After we had turned on the lights, they continued to run around on the floor. Enough said. Also, room had two queen beds. Both had sagging-in-the middle, mattress’s. Horrible. Gentleman in the front office moved us to another room. Good enough room where we felt comfortable enough to finish the night as there isn’t any other place to stay up on the Mesa. Checked out the next morning and requested a full refund. Between the lodge & Expedia, it was promptly refunded, in full. Haunta Virus is a serious risk from deer mice. Interesting on how a national park and Aramark can get away with the lack of cleanliness, safety and health conditions of their accommodations, not only for the public but for the staff as well. From other reviews on this place, others had mice issues as well. Take the reviews seriously, we wished we had. What a disappointing way to ruin our retirement celebration, with our first road trip. Would not recommend staying at Far View Lodge. The rest of the sights on Mesa Verde, are amazing though! Must see!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area of the United States.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIC, Berthoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved no TV’s in the room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was acceptable for National Park Lodging. Don’t remember anything being exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to already be in the park. Nice views from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

T

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

6/10 Okay

Nerissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Far View is a great location

Great location. The restaurant was good, but book ahead if you expect a table. Bus groups take up the majority of bookings so very little for those who drive there. Front desk reception was poor. The guy checkin us in was more interested in telling us how he was doing us a favour rather than helping out. Needs to learn to listen! Room comfortable and lovely view of the sunset for us. Floors need a clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

linda

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

Enjoyed our stay

The room was a nice size with comfortable bed. We had a small balcony with a couple of chairs which we sat on at night, which was a nice surprize. It was nice to not have to drive the 1/2hr. to park entrance and then to town after walking trails etc. in heat...but to just be able to relax in park. We had no choice but to eat in metate (their resturant) because that was the only place opened to eat for dinner. Luckily, we were able to get a reservation 15 min. after our arrival, otherwise we'd have to wait till 8p for next available opening. There were prepackaged wraps or salads in lobby fridge that some others that were not so lucky re: reservations could purchase for dinner. Though the food was good in restaurant...it was pricy & i could see that many people would not like the limited menu. I originally planned on eating at the far view lounge...but it was closed, although, according to website, it was still suppose to be a dining option when we were there. We had breakfast at spruce terrace first morning. It was terrible. And expensive. They rushed you through and everything was ice cold. The only choice was already cooked scrambled eggs...no other options. Staff kinda gruff. Luckily, we were there 2 nights and had a delicious breakfast in town (for half the cost) on our way to our next destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Athens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want peace and quiet in a beautiful setting, this is the place. Room was a little worn but very clean and comfortable. The plumbing was a little odd. Hot water comes out of the cold tap for a bit before turning cold and the shower was a bit fickle maintaining a constant temp. Debra was very accommodating at the restaurant and the front desk staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Robin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The surroundings are wonderful but the property is poorly managed. Registration person was short tempered and not helpful in fixing a problem. Dining room concierge rude. No soap in bathroom. Smell of disinfectant in the cafe. Staff seem burnt out. Pillows smell. I think that covers it all. There was one person at the check in who was very helpful and was doing her best to be helpful. Want to acknowledge her.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Beautiful views

We've stayed before and love the location and views. We were very late in the season so amenities are limited, but it is less crowded. The staff hustled to make sure all was well. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Travelled with partner
Rooms don’t have tvs and walls are paper thin. You can clearly hear every conversation next door as well as any sneeze,cough,burp or fart. Light is very visible under connecting doors not conducive to sleep at all. If you are in middle room you get it in stereo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

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

Views unbeatable and close to everything

Amazing views in each unit. Restaurant and lounge on site and is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karyn

Travelled with partner
You are in the middle of nowhere, and it is beautiful. The rooms are very dated and there is absolutely no internet or WiFi except minimally at the office area. I mean you are in the middle off a national park and it worth the inconvenience but kind of unexpected this day and age.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

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

Slim Pickings

There is only one hotel at Mesa Verde, so what are you going to do? The room is old and very worn out. The staff is not very knowledgeable. The manager was great and helped us with our room switch, that was very good. Our dinner was excellent! Only one restaurant open for dinner. Slim pickings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Preston

Mice at Mesa Verde

Twice I encountered an aggressive and abusive clerk at the registration desk. She put on a loud argumentative show on two separate occasions. I don’t know the reason for the first, but the second was prompted by a guest couple who complained about mice in the room , including dead ones. A second couple in the same building moved out because of mice in their room. By the third night the mice in our room had invaded our bed! It appeared that they simply rented the three rooms right away with little or no attention to the mice! Other than that, the room was pleasant. Rodents in a premium priced room is unacceptable, however.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Erik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

In the park but not sure it is worth it.

Rude staff. Mouse in the wall. The service room beside ours was overflowing with dirty dishes so smelled. EV charger is broken and has been down for awhile. Restaurant on site is priced like a Steakhouse but quality and service is Pizza Hut.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie, Babylon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very convenient for our visit to Mesa Verde. The room was nice and the area around it was quiet. The dining options were a bit expensive so we bought some food to eat in the room and found that there was no microwave. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024