The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado
With a storied past, famous guests, and a beautiful landscape by which it is all surrounded, The Stanley Hotel is truly a piece of American history. Perhaps most well known for its part in Stephen King's notorious novel, "The Shining," The Stanley hotel is widely recognized as one of the country's most haunted hotels. In the small town of Estes Park, Colorado - the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park - this mysterious and magical retreat first opened its doors just after the turn of the 20th century. Today, it stands as a cultural novelty, complete with luxury accommodations, fine dining, and access to glorious wilderness and mountain adventure. Guest rooms are housed in either the main building, The Lodge at The Stanley, or Overlook Condos, and every space includes flat-panel television, pillow-top mattress, and complimentary wireless Internet access. Whether your room features scenic views, whirlpool tub, or even a haunted past, you are assured to be comfortable and well entertained at every moment.
Fully embrace your destination and take one of the hotel's professionally guided property tours, including the night tour, a glimpse into Concert Hall and Stanley Steamers, and a five-hour ghost hunt. With your appetite fully stimulated from such activity, The Stanley's three restaurants provide perfect respite. Fine dining at Cascades Restaurant includes classic American cuisine with a flair for steaks and a focus on locally sourced ingredients, and an award-winning selection of wines. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this magnificent dining venue is not to miss. Additionally, The Whiskey Bar & Lounge at Cascades serves lunch and dinner daily, plus a thoroughly impressive array of whiskeys and single malt scotches. Then for fresh pastries, sandwiches, and gelato, take a casual afternoon break at Steamer's Cafe. Set out to explore Estes Park, starting with Cascades Garden's beautiful butterfly encounter, where guests are invited to help release recently hatched butterflies. Local artists are featured in Stanley Sculpture Garden, and The Parlour Spa offers a way for you to unwind and indulge in some pampering. The majestic Colorado landscape is just the beginning, and at The Stanley you will have an unforgettable time inside as well in the great outdoors.
Location of The Stanley Hotel
Nearest Airport: DEN
Amenities for The Stanley Hotel
- General Information
- 138 Rooms and Suites
- Pet Amenities
- Pet Friendly
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- 3 Restaurants
- Cafe
- Bar & Lounge
- Dining Room
- Picnics
- Seasonal Restaurant
- On-Site Amenities
- Beauty Salon
- Spa on Property
- Library
- Gift Shop
- Bicycle Rental
- Live Entertainment
- Garden
- Art Collection
- Movie Theater
- Patio
- In-Room Amenities
- Direct Dial Telephones
- Hair Dryers
- iPod Docks
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Luxury Linens
- Complimentary WiFi
- Activities
- Cultural Classes
- Educational Programs
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Ecological Excursions
- Nature Walks
- Fly Fishing
- River Rafting
- Wildlife Viewing
- Cultural Tours
- Rock Climbing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Sledding
- Snowboarding
- Sightseeing
- Horseback Riding
- Golf
- Nature Hikes
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Business Services
- Catering Services
- Nearby
- Historic Sites
- Shopping
- Art Galleries
- Restaurants
- Golf
- Parks
- National Park
- Interests
- Active & Adventure
- Family
Reviews for The Stanley Hotel
Worn at the seams, over priced hotel. They double charged my deposit (no problem, mistakes happen). But I have now emailed and phoned multiple times to get a refund and no one ever ever replies. Estes Park is a beautiful area but I would not stay at the Stanley Hotel.
travelling_londoner - london
The Stanley was very historically interesting. It was incredibly hot though. The main hotel does not have AC. I expected this area in the mountains to be cooler at night. We had a fan and the windows open but it stayed really hot. Uncomfortably so. We did go on the "haunted" tour which was interesting. Would have liked to hear even more of the history. We stayed on the 4th floor but did not have any kind on an encounter, a very quiet night. We ate down stairs in the restaurant and it was one of the best steak's we have ever had. It was Delicious! Great service too. It was fun but I would rather come in the fall when it is cooler.
Laurie W - Ranchester, Wyoming
I stayed 2 nights in room 217. I loved my stay. The room was great, and luckily the heat wasn't overwhelming as I had heard it might be for this time of year. I booked this room 6 months in advance. If you are interested at all in the history of this hotel, you'll love and appreciate your stay. I read some reviews that bad mouthed the hotel and experience they had, but based off what they wrote, it sounded like they were patrons that would be customers from hell. I ran across a few of these people in my 2 day stay, very embarrassing for them and their party. The room and service was great, Hannah in Cascades was an amazing and attentive bartender. DD provided a great tour. I'll be staying again!
JPatrickMac - Cerritos, California
Great view & service but for a lunch we spent over $130 for a party of 4 that ordered burgers, small soup and 2 bloody mary's plus a glass of house wine View outside is very scenic and hotel lobby has a Stanley Steamer plus you view rooms used in movie The Shining
Zhorshik - McKinney, Texas
Thank you Stephen King, the Stanley Hotel was a delight! We love the feel of the feel of ghosts as you walk the halls in this beautiful hotel, and although we didn't see or hear any creatures in the night, a couple down the hall claimed they did hear strange noises. We visited in May so the fact that the hotel doesn't have AC wasn't a problem but I couldn't imagine staying there in the middle of July - as the sun sets, the room does warm up! The food served in the restaurant was delicious and wait staff made us feel welcomed.
Trish P - Nashville, Tennessee
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