Monarch Mountain Lodge

The perfect pre-hike stay

Liked: Good location up in the hills, very quiet area. Unbeatable value for a summer pre-hike stay. Came in late and check in was a breeze.
Disliked: Could use some updates and there was a beeping in the hallway throughout the night. But didn’t impact our sleep.

Doable, but probably won’t return

Liked: Looked like the lodge was in need of some updating. I know it was built in the 70’s and I dont think they have done anything to it since .

Very good

Trip down memory Lane!

Liked: We stayed here 46 years ago on our honeymoon. Staff was great and food was exceptional. Carpet was good but place could use some updates. However, was happy it was still there!

Good

If I were to recommend...

Liked: Obviously the skiing was great. The room did its job. We just wanted a place to crash so we didn't have to drive back down the mountain and max out our time on the slopes.
Disliked: The hotel was understaffed. I think the maintenance man checked us in after some awkward back and forth with the janitor.

Very retro, but fun!

Liked: Check in; Excellent mountain view.
Disliked: Very limited beverage assortment (beer) at the "bar". $10.00 for one Coors Lite was a bit much.

Nice trip, could have been...

Liked: The location to the ski mountain was amazing, rooms were nice. Staff were nice. Loved that’s its pet friendly including cats.
Disliked: Ice machines didn’t work, all 3 hot tubs were not working/on. Vending machines were gross not on, no arcade games worked.It was difficult to get a staff member when something was needed or had a question.

Stay in a piece of...

Liked: This place has had some recent investment, and it's nice to see. Would gladly stay again. It's not a new and modern hotel, but a piece of Colorado history. So glad it didn't fall into disrepair. Enjoy the personality of this place, it's a unique spot.
Disliked: Just continue to improve upon the building and facilities. This hotel is older, but it's also historic.