Gateway Inn, Grand Lake
About the Hotel
Gateway Inn - A mountain lodge with Rocky Mountain National Park access, onsite dining, and hot tub facilities
This 4-star mountain lodge offers uniquely furnished rooms with log furniture, gas fireplaces, and balconies featuring views of Shadow Mountain Lake and Mount Baldy. Accommodations include king beds, queen beds, and a penthouse apartment with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Wild Bear Tavern & Den serves breakfast, tapas, and signature cocktails with patio views, while live music performances occur several nights weekly during summer. The west entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park is 2 miles from Gateway Inn, and the property provides direct access to snowmobile trails. Amenities include a hot tub, sauna, high-speed Wi-Fi, boat and snowmobile parking, and an elevator. Guests at Gateway Inn can arrange guided fishing trips through Rocky Mountain Outfitters and access over 100 miles of ATV trails in Arapahoe National Forest.
Pros
Direct access to snowmobile trails from the property
Live music performances at Wild Bear Tavern during summer months
Penthouse apartment with two bedrooms and two bathrooms available
Onsite hot tub and sauna facilities
Walking distance to Grand Lake town center
Cons
No swimming pool on the property
Some rooms have no fireplace or balcony
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Price and Room Availability Calendar
Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel has a rustic charm with cozy rooms and a welcoming atmosphere. While the location is convenient for exploring the national park, there are some downsides like difficulty accessing the on-site restaurant during live entertainment. The dining experience offers unique dishes but may not suit everyone's taste.
The hotel is ideally located on the lakeside with picturesque views and a cozy rustic aesthetic in the rooms. The service is top-notch, with a delightful housekeeping service and a warm welcome drink. The dining experience includes sweet products served with a view of the mountains, making it a charming experience overall.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and offered a beautiful view towards the mountains, but the on-site restaurant was hard to access during live entertainment events. The service was very attentive, including a welcome drink and happy hour, adding a nice touch to the stay.