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Blue Door Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina

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Free continental breakfast
Premium Studio Suite
Mountain view
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

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1220 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View | View from room

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Studio Suite

Premium Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Estes Park

At Blue Door Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lake Estes Marina and Stanley Village. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Estes Park motel include Stanley Museum and Aspen and Evergreen Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Estes Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Denver International Airport (DEN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Blue Door Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near Lake Estes Marina
Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Blue Door Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Estes Park motel.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1958
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Door Inn offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1958
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Blue Door Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel
Blue Door Inn Estes Park
Blue Door Inn Motel Estes Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Door Inn?

Blue Door Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Door Inn?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Door Inn on 7 Jan 2026 start from AU$117.15, 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 Blue Door Inn?

Yep, Blue Door Inn has a free self car park.

Does Blue Door Inn have a pool?

Blue Door Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September).

Does Blue Door Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers enjoy the free continental brekkie here! It's the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Door Inn?

No, Blue Door Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Door Inn?

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

Is there a golf course on site at Blue Door Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course is a short 10-minute walk away.

Blue Door Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

George

Travelled with partner
This motel is in a good location..you can walk to shopping and food. Its about 5 miles from the entrance yo Rocky Mountain national Park. The property itself is old and tired. They are renovating it but materials are cheap. Youre paying good money. Go to a more modern place. Our floor was not swept. They redid the floor with vinyl after ripping old carpet out. It was noisey. We could here suitcases rolling and people walking . This place is average. Plus side, there was a big bull elk and three cows in the back yard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sue, North Fort Myers

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
As we knew, this property was a bit rustic. The bed was old and lumpy and there were stains on the carpet. Breakfast was very simple. But the staff was friendly and the location was perfect. All in all, for the price it was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bjarne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay

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

DON’T STAY HERE!!

This hotel was the worst! Old, dilapidated, and run down with staff that are extremely unhelpful. Booked a suite that was listed as being handicap accessible and there were two huge stairs to get into the room. Staff couldn’t understand the problem and wouldn’t accommodate with a different room. They also charged my debit card for the entirety of the stay before we even checked in even though it was a pay at the hotel reservation. They have yet to refund my money from a 3-night stay. Needless to say, this place is garbage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little old but being improved. Works well for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and just what we needed to enjoy our time in RMNP and town. Our room was clean and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lorenz

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

6/10 Okay

Deb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Need better service

The motel is pet friendly, but hotels.com says it is $20 per night to have a pet and they charged me $30 per night. They have not responded to my request to rectify this. The floors were dirty enough to make my feet black. The worst was getting locked out of my room, at night, because they hadn’t set my key correctly. They did not answer their nighttime phone, and I ended up having to call the police to get back into my room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff were super helpful and accommodating. I booked 2 rooms for 2 nights and 1 for a single night. They did not have the rooms that I booked but literally did everything they could to make it right. We got what needed in the end. The rooms were small but comfortable. Very clean. I would recommend this motel for its value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, KYLE

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

8/10 Good

lynne

Travelled with partner
breakfast didn't have much setting food was bad eggs looked like a pan cake no sausage or bacon to go with it nothing but dry was so many people took it outside and ate by pool went into town the next 3 days and ate there. also floor in room was dirty cleaned rest of the room was good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Geraldine, Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness
While I understand that summertime rates are higher than other times of the year, $213/night was excessive for the quality of the room, amenities, and continental breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jin-Ghee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was comfortable, but a few amenities were missing (e.g. no cloth hangers) and we had a couple of equipment problems (a light fixture and in-room Keurig coffee machine were not working). However the staff was nice enough to bring us a new coffee machine. The price was a bit high due to the touristy area but it was acceptable for a 2-bedroom suite with a mountain view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jill

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Annie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tv didn’t work. Dated rooms. Room was clean for what they had to work with. Will not stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

GRAHAM, Galax

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older facility updated but not recently. Thin walls made it somewhat noisy. Clean and the beds were comfortable. Housekeeping was excellent. Breakfast was pretty good, though limited. All in all good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dooron roo. 119 needs replaced , safety catch hard to secure cause the door is warped or something looks someone tried to force it open. Also the quality of the bath cloths and towels were bad , not sure if i would dry my car with them. Not sorf ir very absorbent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our spa tub room definitely recommend only down fall was the pool wasnt heated but overall 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a great property if you want a reasonably priced room close to downtown Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Property could definitely use a face lift. Excellent water pressure in the showers!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly service, nice bfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025