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The Gateway Inn

3.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Grand Lake Marina

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Staircase
Reception
Interior entrance
Aerial view
Nestled close to Ute Trail and Sharkstooth, The Gateway Inn offers a cozy retreat. Relax by the lobby fireplace or challenge friends to a round of mini golf. With an on-site bistro serving Italian cuisine, happy hour drinks at the bar, and free in-room WiFi, this lodge near Grand Lake Marina is perfect for unwinding.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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Economy Room, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
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(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.2 out of 10
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
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(44 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

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Balcony
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Individually furnished
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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
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(9 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Mountain View

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Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Grand Lake, The Gateway Inn is in the mountains and in a national park. Grand Lake Marina and Grand Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sharkstooth and Ute Trail. Grand Lake Nordic Center and Calypso Cascades are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowshoeing.
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120 Lake Avenue, Grand Lake, CO, 80447

What's nearby

  • Adams Falls Trail - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grand Lake Marina - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ute Trail - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Grand Lake Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Granby Station - 22 min drive
  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sagebrush BBQ & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miyauchi's Snack Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪One Love Rum Kitchen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Inn

Lodge remodeled in 2019 and located near Grand Lake Marina
Located close to Ute Trail and Sharkstooth, The Gateway Inn provides a terrace, mini golf, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site Italian cuisine bistro, Wild Bear Tavern, offers breakfast, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Evening entertainment, outdoor furniture, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 15 for adults and USD 6 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Bear Cafe
  • Wild Bear Tavern

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's bar hosts live music events from May to October. Guests should expect a high level of noise from the bar in the evening during this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 15 for adults, and USD 6 to 15 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View does not have access through an elevator. Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Gateway Grand Lake
Gateway Inn Grand Lake
Gateway Hotel Grand Lake
Gateway Inn
The Gateway Inn Lodge
The Gateway Inn Grand Lake
The Gateway Inn Lodge Grand Lake

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gateway Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Inn?

As of Sep 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Inn on Sep 5, 2025 start from $197.1, 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.

How much is parking at The Gateway Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gateway Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Gateway Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is The Gateway Inn located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Lake Marina, Sharkstooth, and Ute Trail. Grand Lake Nordic Center and Grand Lake Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Gateway Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1008 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leila

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

10/10 Excellent

Georgene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great food and drinks, clean and large room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful! Great place right outside the RMNP gate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun vibe in a gorgeous area, easy access and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingjing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good facility and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the area and the room was great. Nice hot tub to soak after a hike.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at entrance to National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Restaurant food was delicious. Staff super friendly. Rooms clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is well situation near the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was delightful - enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just outside the busy part of town but still walkable for most people (10 min walk). Staff was friendly and the room had everything we needed and they cleaned it daily. Free parking and a good restaurant with Mountain View’s.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, huge room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was cozy and clean. Staff was friendly And accommodating . Breakfast was good downstairs only wish they had outdoor seating in summertime for breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Nicely decorated. Good restaurant and patio
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was almost perfect. Beautiful room with wooden furniture. Beautiful view from the balcony. Live music. The best accommodation by this trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is very nice & we were given an upgraded room with a small deck & beautiful mountain views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay, the location was excellent, the room comfortable, breakfast and dinner good, lovely lady from Albania was our waitress and she looked after us very well. An all round great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could have stayed longer. Such a beautiful place and so quiet. The views are marvelous and their food options are good. Breakfast does not come with the room but they do serve it in the restaurant on site. We had breakfast and it was good and not that expensive. There are many food and dining options just minutes away. The staff were great. I’m definitely coming back but for a longer stay. It beats the overcrowded Estes Park hands down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent 2 night stay, Staff and food were great. Nighttime entertainment was fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with fantastic views of Grand Lake both from the bar and restaurant and also from the bedroom that we stayed in. The room was extremely comfortable, the balcony and views were excellent and we were very happy with the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pulla Naik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was good and almost everything was done with wood and liked the ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Grand Lake. Great room with a great deck!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025