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Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Historic Estes Park

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Front of property
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1040 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO, 80517
  • Place, Lake Estes
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Estes Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Stanley Hotel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King Room)

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Estes Park

Grand Estates stay.With a stay at this Grand Estates hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Historic Estes Park and 2 miles (3 km) of The Stanley Hotel. Lake Estes and Estes Park Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Estes - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Historic Estes Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Stanley Hotel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Estes Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Stanley Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Notchtop Bakery & Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Restaurant and Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kind Coffee - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost

3.5-star hotel near Historic Estes Park
Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi is free in public spaces. Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost was completed in June 2023.

This 3.5-star Estes Park hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Estes Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Front of property
Expedition Lodge Estes Park
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [130 Stanley Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 20 2025 to April 1 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed during January, February, March, April, November, and December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 01 and close September 01.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Estes Park
Econo Lodge Motel Estes Park

Trailborn Rocky Mountains Outpost Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 244 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda, Visalia

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
After first day staff disapeared. We were left alone on site except for a fill in worker who knew nothing about property and had no access to anything. No coffee, breakfast area worker disappeared leaving only stale, old food. Shower soap empty. No one to ask for more. Front desk staff completely disappeared. No explanations no appologies. We were left to fend for ourselves. Had to buy breakfast off site. Terrible stay, felt cheated
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated room. Friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

4/10 Poor

Simone

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t enjoy my stay as much as I had anticipated. The room was not very clean, there was no housekeeping (had to walk to the reception to ask for toilet paper), and the walls are very thin. A woman next door had a fight with her partner and I didn’t sleep all night. After 11 pm there is no night manager on property. They refer to a sister property 1 mile away, but nobody answered the phone there. I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the coffee pot and large walkin shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Honolulu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Too noisy. The wall and ceiling are too thin. Bathroom handle is loose and bed lamp doesn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolina

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was ok, clean but could be bigger. We stayed 4 nights and even after asking , they never came to take out our garbage or turndown service. A free light breakfast was advertised however, the next morning not only was there no breakfast, coffee or water but the office was closed. Hours open at 0700 and it was 0707, there were about 4 other couples there waiting as well. We had to call the office number and they admitted that the last couple of days, they morning person was late. We had a wedding in the town so had about 5 rooms rented and we all had the same experience. Honestly juts too expensive for the service. I did appreciate staff members helping as much as they could as it was management that has not placed order for breakfast. Needless to say, we stopped expecting breakfast there and gad to go out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taina

Disliked: Staff & service
I had reserved a room a couple weeks in advance. Stated check in time was 4 pm. At 4 pm. I wanted to check in. I was told there were no rooms available. I said I had a reservation. Desk clerk said the rooms weren't ready and she would place me in the "queue" for availability. I said that was not acceptable. I asked for a cancellation, but was told I'd have to wait until 4pm. They said a room would be ready "soon". I said i had a reservation for 4pm check in. Not "soon". A manager (I think) finally canceled my reservation, but with a very poor attitude. She said there would be no charge. Well, duh! If they don't have a room, I wont pay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was clean and beds were comfortable. There was plenty of hot water. Rooms have a small mini fridge, but it would be nice to have a microwave also. The air conditioners were the typical noisy units that cycle on and off all night but if you wear earplugs, it’s not a problem. We weren’t expecting breakfast because I don’t think it was listed in the property description but when we checked in, we were informed that it would be at 7 AM and there was a little list of the food that would be available… granola, yogurt, muffins, coffee, and water. Two of the days we were there no one had shown up by 7:15 which was an issue for us since we had to get into the park before 9:00 since we were lacking a timed entry for that day. We weren’t using room service and had run out of the instant coffee they provided. I tried to get some from the front desk, but the the girl there said she didn’t have any… I think she just didn’t want to get up and go look for some . They have a sister property close by that you can get 10% off dinner and free s’mores around the campfire. The restaurant there was fairly small but had a nice bar and the fish tacos we got were amazing. I would stay here again, but I’m not too picky about things.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The room was clean but very stark. Nothing that made it feel cozy or warm. The flooring was cold; the room could use some carpet or a rug. The main problem we had, though, was that we could hear lots of noise from the room above us, both late at night when we were trying to sleep and early in the morning (it woke us up). Such a bummer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alba

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not have made service every day. Morning man who put out breakfast was rude. They didn’t have a laundry bag, or tote to purchase.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

2/10 Terrible

Thejas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

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

4/10 Poor

Leah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This is a motel- the pictures might make it look trendy because it has been slightly remodeled, but this is a motel. Check-in was at 4 pm. I received THREE separate messages ensuring that I knew it was at 4 pm. We arrived at 3:50 pm and were told our room wouldn’t be ready for another 40-45 mins- we got to our room at 4:48, meaning it took an entire hour. We were given a complimentary breakfast at their nearby sister hotel as an apology. The doors to the rooms lead directly outside, meaning if we wanted to lay in bed and look at the view of the mountains, we also had to watch other guests walking by and looking in our window. I have never stayed in a hotel or air bnb with no hair dryer- they didn’t have one. The water in the shower had to run for 7-8 full minutes to get hot. The internet on the tv didn’t work, which meant no Netflix or prime video as advertised. When we went to check out at 6:50 am, there was no one at the front desk or anywhere around the lobby and the lights were off with a locked door (despite them claiming they serve breakfast beginning at 7 am). We waited until 7:05 am, and because the lights were still off and no one was there, we had to leave without checking out to not risk missing our flight home. We tried calling the phone number to let them know we’d like to check out, but it was an automated menu and not a real person. Only positive was the proximity to shops and RMNP, which many other places nearby have. I do not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was fine, but with so many options in Estes Park, I also don't see a reason to go back. I feel like the "vibe" is meant to distract from the landlord special paint job, weird stains on the ceiling, mold in the bathroom, and paper thin walls/ceiling. Two properties with the same name also makes navigating a little confusing. Tried to check into the other Trailborn first.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Petra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
While the bed was very comfy & the location was decent, only stay here if you want to be woken up by other folks going between their hotel room & cars starting at 3am… There is very minimal sound barrier so you’ll hear every door slam, car beep, conversation, etc. We stayed for two nights & felt like zombies by the time we got home. Good option if you’ll be waking up very early for your adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
First of all and check in, we couldn’t get in our room because the computers were down. This was understandable however, from that on it was downhill. The first morning the office was closed when they advertised breakfast so he went somewhere else at great expense for our morning meal. The same thing happened the second day so packed the car and when finished he was open, they advertise yogurt, yogurt, granola ,pastries and coffee they had no yogurt and no milk. When I asked the front desk, he said what you say is what you get! The property is very old and terribly rundown on the exterior and was a safety hazard for anyone with mobility issues because the handrails were not continuous in some areas, the stairs and porches were an absolute mess and when you stepped off of the last stoop into the parking lot You are right on a parking block. Lastly, I got a message from the facility stating I had a price change which was $110 less than I paid you for this room when ask about it he said you’ll have to take it up with your third-party which I am doing now and I’m asking for a refund to my account for this difference. I could never recommend this facility for some of us mobility issues and about anyone else that was concerned about safety and overall cleanliness. I will think seriously about booking again with this many discrepancies from the description provided before I booked a room with you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Within walking distance to downtown. During our stay we had to ask for toilet paper and wash cloths. Also the parking was not good. Not enough spaces. One night we came in and there were no spots left, we were told to park in the back (our room was in the front) there was 1 spot left and one of the cars had parked across the line and our Tahoe would not fit in space. Manager had to move her car in order for us to have a place to park.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025