Rainbow Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this South Fork motel

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Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Room 105, 106, 107, 108)
Exterior
Room, Private Bathroom (101,109,110) | Bathroom
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Lodge Room 102, 103, 104)
Room, Private Bathroom (101,109,110)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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30359 US Hwy 160, South Fork, CO, 81154
  • Place, Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wolf Creek Anglers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rio Grande Club
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Lodge Room 102, 103, 104)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite, Private Bathroom (Room 105, 106, 107, 108)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, Private Bathroom (101,109,110)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

South Fork

In South Fork .Stay at this South Fork motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rio Grande and 2 miles (3 km) of Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Wolf Creek Anglers - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Rio Grande Club - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Wolf Creek Ski Area - 35 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Treasure Falls - 56 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Malt Shoppe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Pizza & Taproom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Timbers Resort & Coffee Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ramon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pale Morning Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Rainbow Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this South Fork motel
Rainbow Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This South Fork motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
Rainbow Lodge offers 30 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle for Cloudbeds mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.0 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 30.0 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property is professionally cleaned
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rainbow Lodge South Fork
Rainbow South Fork
Rainbow Lodge Motel
Rainbow Lodge South Fork
Rainbow Lodge Motel South Fork

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rainbow Lodge to the airport?

Rainbow Lodge is 48.9 mi (60-min drive) away from the Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rainbow Lodge?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainbow Lodge on Jun 16, 2026 start from CA $82, excluding 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.

Does Rainbow Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rainbow Lodge.

Does Rainbow Lodge offer free breakfast?

Rainbow Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rainbow Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Rainbow Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 10.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Rainbow Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Rainbow Lodge have a pool?

Rainbow Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Rainbow Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Rainbow Lodge to downtown South Fork?

Rainbow Lodge is 0.1 mi away from South Fork.

Rainbow Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 350 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a great place and affordable when you know you just going to use the place to sleep and you spend your time exploring. Clean , comfortable and safe. Is nothing fancy but the important is that is clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room. Easy access to Wolf Creek Ski Area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for the Area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An affordable, convenient, nice place to stay near lots of amazing stuff to do.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Levi

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I had a great experience at this place in the past. However, this time we had bed bugs in our room unfortunately. But they did make it right by giving me a refund and offered another room so they are good people but I’m just rating this pretty low for my last experience here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Cleaness , amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness
moderate comfort and clean. Budget friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

I only need a place to sleep after skiing, I had been coming to this place for years now. Is nothing fancy but clean enough and comfortable enough. The stuff were great to bring me clean towels every day and pick up the trash. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. HVAC unit needs replacement
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice. This facility has an automated staff but was able to communicate
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, easy check in, exactly what was expected for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, easy place to stay in town. Had great access to everything you could possibly need!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Staff & service
Staff support lacking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, totally remodeled. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gary

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No toilet paper; no towel bars or hook; no doormat; no coffee cups; broken sink faucet; bathroom door does not shut This is barely a two-star unit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Amenities
Nice quiet comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Great place! Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Radoslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and comfortable. The heater is old and loud.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Amenities
Room was very clean and bed was comfortable. Everything we needed for 1 night stay was there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025