The Best Hotels Closest to Bear Lake in Estes Park for 2026

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio, Corner | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

1. Columbine Inn

15 km from Bear Lake

mingzhen

NT$4,438

NT$5,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Classic Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

YMCA of the Rockies, 7.5 km from Bear Lake

Ashley

NT$4,747

NT$5,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View | Terrace/patio

3. Idlewilde by the River

8.2 km from Bear Lake

Dena

NT$7,076

NT$10,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

2 Queen Suite with Kitchen | Down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

10.4 km from Bear Lake

Paula

NT$4,658

NT$5,331 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Saddle & Surrey Motel

13.2 km from Bear Lake

Megan

NT$3,639

NT$4,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Standard King 1 Queen 1 Double Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

6. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

14.9 km from Bear Lake

Cristin

NT$6,014

NT$6,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

7. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

14.7 km from Bear Lake

MAHENDRAN

NT$5,942

NT$6,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

The Fox Cabin | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Stream Suites End Unit (River View) | Living area | TV, fireplace

8. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

11.2 km from Bear Lake

Teri

NT$5,370

NT$7,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

Exclusive Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

9. Coyote Mountain Lodge

Grand Estates, 14.8 km from Bear Lake

Jeff

NT$4,499

NT$5,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

10 - Daniel Boone Cabin | Living area | Flat-screen TV

24 - Sunrise Cabin | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle

10. Pine Haven Resort

11.2 km from Bear Lake

Ailton

NT$7,733

NT$8,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Riverfront Cottage | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cottage Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

11. Stonebrook Resort - Adults Only

11 km from Bear Lake

Eric

NT$7,381

NT$9,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Courtyard View | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Courtyard View | Living area | TV

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountainside | Living area | TV

12. Nicky's Resort

11.6 km from Bear Lake

Tamra

NT$4,905

NT$6,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers

13. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

15.2 km from Bear Lake

Mallory

NT$4,923

NT$6,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Romantic Cabin | Living area | 36-inch LED TV with cable channels, fireplace, DVD player

14. Mountain Shadows Resort

10.7 km from Bear Lake

Melissa

NT$6,517

NT$7,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

15. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

13.6 km from Bear Lake

Rachel

NT$5,435

NT$6,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

16. Discovery Lodge

Grand Estates, 13.9 km from Bear Lake

Margaret

NT$5,181

NT$5,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Studio Suite, Non Smoking | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop

17. The Historic Crag's Lodge

12.3 km from Bear Lake

Jeffrey

NT$5,992

NT$7,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, heated floors

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

18. The Gateway Inn

17.1 km from Bear Lake

David

NT$4,325

NT$4,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Premium Studio Suite | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

19. Blue Door Inn

14.6 km from Bear Lake

Shouvik

NT$4,667

NT$5,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Hot Tub Studio Great Room | View from room

3 Bedroom Homestead | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player

Hot Tub Studio Great Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 Bedroom Hot Tub Cabin Castle View | Private spa tub

20. Castle Mountain Lodge

11.4 km from Bear Lake

"I can’t speak highly enough about this little gem of a place on the beautiful Fall River. Conveniently located near Rocky Mtn Ntl Park and Estes Park, Castle Mountain Lodge is the perfect stay. We rented a room, but hope to come back and rent a cabin with our whole family. The staff is delightful and helpful, and the entire place is beautiful, well kept, and we just can’t wait to return next summer!"

Krista

NT$8,402

NT$9,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Columbine Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park	8.0 Very Good 1,673 reviews	View
Idlewilde by the River	9.6 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Alpine Trail Ridge Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,035 reviews	View
Saddle & Surrey Motel	8.8 Excellent 851 reviews	View

Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful setting; very friendly and helpful staff. Online checking in a little clunky but everything else was excellent; Would easily come back and stay. Right next to Rocky Mountain National Park"

River Ridge Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"I had an enjoyable visit. Not having an air conditioner didn't bother me as Im cold all the time. It was perfect! No issues at all. They kept in contact with me always asking if I needed anything! I would most definitely stay again"

Idlewilde by the River

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the creek next to the cabin. The cabin was adorable and the screened in porch with swing was awesome! Property was clean and well kept. Enjoyed picnic tables, chairs and corn hole outside cabin near the creek. ."

Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River

10/10 Excellent

"Our cottage at Swiftcurrent Was amazing. The location is wonderful, and everyone was friendly and helpful. The Spice Rack bakery/store on property is a huge plus; it was easy to grab delicious coffee, and their baked goods are out of this world. I hope we can stay there again."

Other attractions near Bear Lake

A hiking trail beside a calm lake surrounded by dense forest.

Bear Lake Trailhead

9.6/10 (1,866 reviews)

Take the whole family along to walk this manageable hiking trail, which loops around the scenic lake edge and offers ample photo opportunities.

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A lake surrounded by dense forest and a clear blue sky.

Nymph Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nymph Lake during your travels in Estes Park. Wander the scenic parks and lakeside in the area.

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A calm lake surrounded by dense forest and mountains.

Dream Lake

9.6/10 (604 reviews)

Dramatic peaks rise like wallpaper around this scenic lake, which is among the highlights from a flurry of water features along Bear Lake Trail.

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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff.

Alberta Falls

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Alberta Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Estes Park. Wander the lakeside and scenic parks in the area.

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A rocky mountain landscape with a lake, trees, and a prominent cliff.

Emerald Lake

9.6/10 (535 reviews)

A jewel in the nature trails of this rocky park, this lake and its lily pads are dwarfed by the immense rocky behemoths around it.

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Glacier Gorge Trailhead

You can take time to visit Glacier Gorge Trailhead during your travels to Estes Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail

You can take time to visit Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail during your travels to Estes Park. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Bierstadt Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bierstadt Lake during your travels in Estes Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bear Lake?

Bear Lake is located in Estes Park. This scenic area is known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Bear Lake?

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Bear Lake. Another good choice is Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River, located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Bear Lake?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bear Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bear Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Bear Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bear Lake?

For additional details about updating your stay near Bear Lake or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Bear Lake?

Spend some time wandering around Rocky Mountain National Park, Bear Lake Trailhead, and Murphey's Mountain Park. Create some family memories at The Labyrinth and Moraine Park Museum. Enjoy nature at Dream Lake, Emerald Lake, or Sprague Lake.

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Our top choices for Bear Lake hotels

1. Columbine Inn

2. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

3. Idlewilde by the River

4. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

5. Saddle & Surrey Motel

6. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

7. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

8. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

9. Coyote Mountain Lodge

10. Pine Haven Resort

11. Stonebrook Resort - Adults Only

12. Nicky's Resort

13. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

14. Mountain Shadows Resort

15. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

16. Discovery Lodge

17. The Historic Crag's Lodge

18. The Gateway Inn

19. Blue Door Inn

20. Castle Mountain Lodge

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Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

River Ridge Cottages

Idlewilde by the River

Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River

Other attractions near Bear Lake

Bear Lake Trailhead

Nymph Lake

Dream Lake

Alberta Falls

Emerald Lake

Glacier Gorge Trailhead

Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail

Bierstadt Lake

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