Murphy's River Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Rocky Mountain National Park

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Water view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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481 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Upper Condo King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)1

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

River Room 2 Queen Beds (Not Pet Friendly)

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

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)1

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)4

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)8

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds (Not on the River)9

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Upper Condo King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two King Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Value Room King /Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Value Queen Bed (Not on the River, NOT pet friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Value Room King Bed (Not on the River, Not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King on the River with Fireplace (Not Pet Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Value River Queen Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard King 2 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King 3 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King 4 (Not on the River, Some Dog Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

River Room 1 King Bed (NOT pet friendly)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

River Room 2 Queen Beds (NOT pet friendly)3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Value River Queen Room (NOT pet friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Level King River Condo 4 (Some Dog Friendly)

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

Lower Level King River Condo 5 (Some Dog Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upper Condo King River Condo 1 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Condo King River Condo 2 (Some Dog Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Condo King River Condo 3 (Some Dog Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Estes Park

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this lodge, you'll find The Stanley Hotel and Rocky Mountain National Park. Performance Park and Mrs. Walsh's Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mrs. Walsh's Garden - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bond Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Estes Park Aerial Tramway - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 19 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Full Throttle Distillery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Penelope's Old Time Burgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Murphy's River Lodge

Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Rocky Mountain National Park
Murphy's River Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at the family-friendly Murphy's River Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Estes Park lodge is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1983
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle up to 20 m
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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
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 night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 per day.

Property 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 night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 1.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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; 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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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. 693 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were very friendly. The room was very clean. Free popcorn and games in the office. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was amazing! We loved the river view, the staff at the office were so nice and helpful and the room was spotless when we first got their. The jacuzzi was perfect for us! Thank u so much for the stay and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Luanna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay. Love the charm of Murphy's and love the size of the room. The kitchen was very well appointed. The bed was VERY comfortable. The room and bath were perfectly clean. Everyone I talked to in the office was so helpful and so nice. The location is excellent! I walked to the main street in about 12-13 minutes. The bathrooms could use a bit of updating. Also I would suggest thicker rugs to help with muffling the sound. We were in a 1rst floor room and could very clearly hear the people above us walking around. I think thicker rugs might help. I would definitely stay there again if we head to Estes. Really loved having the creek outside. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donajoy

From feeling uneasy to feeling safe

Just not prepared when we arrived. It didn’t look anything like the online pics. I don’t like outside entries into each room. I was scared of someone breaking in. Just felt very uneasy with the look of the small office and outdated stuff like dvds available. I’m used to big chain hotels. Young men were sitting on old wooden chairs with a bonfire going later. Didn’t know if they were gonna get rowdy later! But everything was good and I would probably stay there again. Staff was soooo nice! Now that I know what to expect I thought it was very quaint and I wouldn’t change a thing about the place but since our room was on river side I would spend time out there! Did feel safe and secure when it was bedtime. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean safe breakfast and pool & hot tub. Right on the Estes park Broadway yet still quiet away from busy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was over office and layout was rather awkwardly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spacious room near Falls River and incredibly close to downtown shopping. I absolutely loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hot tub and indoor pool, great breakfast. If you want a room on the river, make sure to check that on the reservation, not all room are on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Creek-side room, quiet, roomy and very well-supplied kitchen in our suite. Large bathroom with nice tub/shower combo. Parking is a little tight, and I might suggest designated/numbered parking to correspond to each room since we did have someone else park in front of our room. It wasn’t a big problem, though,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & great option for accommodations outside of RMNP.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well it was pretty cool to have a herd of Elk greet us right outside of the hotel on day two of our visit! Locals told us that it wasn’t unusual to see Elk near the property.
Part of the herd crossing the road to Murphy’s Lodge
Elk grazing next to the Murphy’s Lodge Office
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elnaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was to-go and very limited but everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We saw elks right on the property which was really cool, super welcoming front desk with popcorn and old school movies, the river in the back is cool too. We got breakfast elsewhere however
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025