The property was beautiful. In Estes Park, you will find it is where the majestic Rocky Mountains served as a breathtaking backdrop. Each morning, I woke up to the crisp mountain air and the stunning view of snow-capped peaks. The serene atmosphere was perfect for relaxation, and I enjoyed leisurely walks along the trails, exploring the natural beauty surrounding the area. In the evenings, I would sit by the cozy fire by the Ember Restaurant, play games and sharing stories with fellow travelers. The sense of community and the warmth of the people I met made the experience unforgettable, and I left with a heart full of cherished memories and a newfound appreciation for the wonders of nature.

Many of the amenities were closed during the off-season in the winter months, including the fire pits and outdoor areas. We thought there would be a hot tub available, but we didn’t realize that you have to book a room with one to gain access.

The room was nice. Large enough, and had a chair and a loveseat, which was also nice. The bed was comfortable and there were plenty of pillows. The coffee service and fridge were nice too. Loved the resort, and the many places to sit and visit. The firepits were a huge hit with the group, and we sat there until it got too chilly. We were there for a wedding, so lots of conversations going on.

The bathroom had a strong mildew smell. We assumed it was because it is a handicapped room (only one left) and the cushion in the shower had some mildew. Housekeeping came and spritzed it, but it didn't last long. Everything seemed clean, just smelled. Also, the restaurant/bar area is too small for an event group to meet up afterwards, and it was too chilly to meet outside - even by the firepits.

First thing to note is that this resort is slowly being renovated. The common areas and the restaurant are new, and as of May 2024, a handful of rooms are renovated. Your experience will differ significantly if you are in a new vs old room. This place has mixed reviews so I was worried going into it. I was first put into an old room and it was pretty underwhelming. The layout is odd and the fixtures and furniture are pretty worn and dated. There was loud construction happening in the room immediately next door, so we asked to move. We were offered the chance to pay a small upgrade charge to move into a "modern" room. The difference was night and day. The new room was well laid out (e.g., good access to outlets and storage), very comfortable, looked really nice, and the furniture and fixtures were all new and modern. The catch is it's hard to know whether you're getting a new or old room -- they are listed separately on different sites and I'm not sure that Booking has them delineated. As a side note, their restaurant reopened the week we arrived after a very long time of being closed. The new restaurant was genuinely excellent. We ended up eating there for two dinners and a breakfast during our week-long trip, and we were impressed with basically everything we had. It's a bit pricey now, however. Overall, it's my impression that this used to be just an "ok" place that is slowly trying to turn itself into an upscale resort. So far they seem to be doing that very well.

As of now, only a small number of rooms have been renovated. So many people will be stuck in the "old" rooms which are not great. Plus, with the renovations being ongoing, there is a lot of construction going on throughout the day.

The location and view were excellent

the pull out bed was subpar and uncomfortable ( we were a party of three). In hindsight we should have booked two queens but never the less, the pull out was not good at all. The gym was small and limited to only one person (for weights) and you had to let the front desk know if you were in need of house keeping each day. In the end the location on the lake was magnificent, and the staff very nice and helpful so we didn't mind these things all that much.

The food (Embers) was great. We had both breakfast and dinner during our stay and it was awesome (the coffee...not so much)! The location was great. We were able to park our car and walk around during the entire weekend.

The facility is a little dated and could use some upgrades. The bathroom sink was in the main room and was low to the floor (29 inches). The price point for our stay was on the high side, and we had to stay two nights.

We like ember restaurants and the bartender making it a wonderful stay! Jim was awesome, Sebastian, Sam, Ramone, all top class service that makes us want to come back, and the resort and lake are absolutely beautiful to be at.

Great place, just rooms are okay, but expected more for what you pay per night. Felt like an average hotel room that needs upgraded and renovated. Other than that being, even though that was a big dispoiment, great stay!

I had a corner room with two balconies, and the views from both were spectacular! I enjoyed the views the most during my stay. All of the staff were friendly, but the front desk team was the best! I can't say enough about them. The room was spacious.

The furniture is worn and needs updating. There were stains on the couch, one of the chairs, the bedspread, and the carpet. There were frayed areas of carpet and rips in some of the furniture. It just needs a to be taken care of because the locations and views are worth the stay.

Estes is home away from home. We're natives. We have spoken with the staff & they all have been so kind & friendly. And attentive. I say this bc we are Vegan. As vegans, there are almost always discussions/chats with staff. They have been fantastic and the communications PRIOR TO OUR ARRIVIAL, made me more excited to stay bc I knew what I could eat & didn't have to go through the whole Vegan thing.

We did not make it to Estes. we made a new reservation. I don't know if I was refunded. As a vegan, I always wish establishments could understand that a vegan dish is cheap & they probably have most of the ingredients already. Vegans are tired of a plant based burger and dressed up salad with balsamic. That's what we make when we are lazy! 15 mins. in the airfryer & it's perfect. If you can find yourself One great vegan dish --MONEY!!!

The room was very nice & spacious. We liked having a sink in the main room. I really enjoyed sitting on the patio & looking at the lake & mountains. The front desk staff was so friendly. The restaurant & view were amazing!

No grab bars in the bathroom made it very hard for me. There were no accessible rooms left, so I had a regular room. (We booked at the last minute) I managed to pull the towel rack off the wall when trying to steady myself. Very frustrating & scary. The hotel was kind enough to provide a bath bench for me.

The staff was so nice! I got my partner and I a stay there for a couple of nights for his birthday. We had a beautiful view of the lake, which was a pretty decent price! We also went on our trip during the off season. They left cute little chocolate covered strawberries with a happy birthday card. The Dunraven restaurant inside the hotel does room service. The pancakes, I'm not kidding, or exaggerating, were the most incredible pancakes I've ever had in my entire life. I highly recommend getting some! The staff went above and beyond to help make my partners birthday special, and I'm so thankful for that. Seriously one of the best places in Estes Park to stay for a getaway!

Now, this is only because I'm a housekeeper myself, and my partner has OCD, so we are a little picky, but the bathtubs had a little residual layer of soap scum. Nothing horrible, I'm just picky about that stuff.