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

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A lodge with a prominent entrance, a well-lit driveway, and a clear view of the building's architecture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a lifeguard chair, and a banner with values.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, and a balcony with a view.

1. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

YMCA of the Rockies, 7.5 km from Bear Lake

Ashley

NT$4,679

NT$5,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden bear sculpture on a tree stump by a flowing river, surrounded by dense forest and a clear blue sky.

A log cabin with a porch and a large elk standing in front.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a small bridge over a flowing river surrounded by dense forest.

2. Idlewilde by the River

8.2 km from Bear Lake

James

NT$5,026

NT$8,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A natural landscape with a waterfall flowing over rocks.

A cozy bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with a headboard, a nightstand, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A residential area with modern houses, a mountain backdrop, and a clear sky.

A wooden room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling fan.

3. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

11.2 km from Bear Lake

Teri

NT$4,439

NT$5,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A two-story lodge with a covered deck and outdoor seating area.

A living room with a stone fireplace, two leather armchairs, a grey sofa, and a patterned rug.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

A residential area with a house, a large rock feature, and a tree with pink blossoms.

4. Misty Mountain Lodge

12.7 km from Bear Lake

Taryn

NT$4,921

NT$8,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden deck with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a glass door leading to a patio area.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a chair, and a bed. Large windows offer views of a snowy landscape.

A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a fireplace.

5. Castle Mountain Lodge

11.4 km from Bear Lake

Aubrey

NT$5,173

NT$5,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A wooden balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, a small table with a plant, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel with a wooden deck, flower beds, and a sign indicating a trail ridge inn.

A room with a round table and three stools, a window with a view of trees and mountains, and a plant on the table.

6. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

10.4 km from Bear Lake

Else

NT$4,609

NT$5,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, wooden chairs, and a large window offering a scenic view.

A person seated at a table with a fire pit in the foreground, surrounded by Adirondack chairs, with a mountainous landscape in the background.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a brick fireplace.

7. Discovery Lodge

Grand Estates, 13.9 km from Bear Lake

Igor

NT$5,962

NT$6,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A restaurant with a wooden interior, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a hot tub in the corner.

A building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and two illuminated trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a window with blinds.

8. Blue Door Inn

14.6 km from Bear Lake

Christian T.

NT$4,938

NT$5,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A large white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A spacious hall with round tables and white chairs, large windows, and chandeliers.

A spacious dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows with arched tops, and hanging chandeliers.

A grand room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a staircase, and ornate woodwork.

9. The Stanley Hotel

Stanley Heights, 13.4 km from Bear Lake

David

NT$9,197

NT$10,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a fireplace, a large TV, and a view of a beach through the window.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with magazines, a TV, and a stone wall.

A modern living room with a large window offering a mountain view, a leather armchair, ottomans, and a vase with a plant.

10. Coyote Mountain Lodge

Grand Estates, 14.8 km from Bear Lake

Jay

NT$3,867

NT$4,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A log cabin with a two-story balcony, stone foundation, and a wooden staircase.

A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a large window, and a comfortable seating area.

A room with a round wooden table, a brown chair, a hanging light fixture, and a window with curtains.

A sign for Lone Eagle Lodge with a rainbow in the background.

11. Lone Eagle Lodge

16.4 km from Bear Lake

Jennifer

NT$5,420

NT$6,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A cabin interior with a sofa, wooden floors, a kitchen area with a stove, and a fireplace.

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink. There is a wooden table with stools, and a trash bin is visible.

A kitchenette with a toaster, a red coffee maker, a microwave, and a wooden cabinet.

A gravel parking area with two cabins, each with a red-framed window and a door, surrounded by tall evergreen trees.

12. Lone Pine Cabins

16.7 km from Bear Lake

Amanda

NT$5,677

NT$6,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A neatly made bed with white linens, a headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a brown leather chair, a small round table with a lamp, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a deck and a mountain view.

13. Horsetooth Peak 26C 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

10.3 km from Bear Lake

NT$5,968

NT$14,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a glass table, and a chair, overlooking a snowy landscape with mountains.

A living room with a brown sofa, patterned cushions, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A stone fireplace with a TV on top, a dining table with chairs, and a window with a view of a building.

14. Lookout Mountain 27b 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

10.2 km from Bear Lake

NT$10,491

NT$23,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A spacious living area with a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a refrigerator. Large windows provide natural light and a view of the outdoors.

A kitchen with a large island, a fireplace, and a view of mountains.

A log cabin with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a window.

15. Estes Park CO Condos

10.3 km from Bear Lake

Elizabeth

NT$5,992

NT$14,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hot tub on a deck with a grill and outdoor seating.

A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a quilt with animal prints, a door with a window, and a stone fireplace.

A kitchenette with a coffee maker, a microwave, a sink, and a trash bin.

A two-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a covered entrance area.

16. Fawn Valley Inn: 107 1 Bedroom Condo

11.4 km from Bear Lake

NT$10,156

NT$13,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park	8.0 Very Good 1,665 reviews	View
Idlewilde by the River	9.6 Exceptional 74 reviews	View
Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Misty Mountain Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 27 reviews	View
Castle Mountain Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 198 reviews	View

Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location, great layout, helpful/friendly staff along with plenty of outdoor activities onsite and off. On the downside, it does get a little warm in the rooms without AC during the afternoon so plan accordingly."

River Ridge Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"A little run down, but for the price it was fair"

The Landing at Estes Park - Riverside Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay here. Very calm and serene. Great accommodations. Would go back ."

Dao House

10/10 Excellent

"I would definitely come back because it’s close to the hiking spots we were visiting, and they have hiking trails right from the property too. It’s super cozy. The staff is phenomenal. It’s clean. They offer oxygen services and massages, among other activities."

Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great location to Rocky Mountain National Park. Rooms on a lovely river. Owner was friendly and helpful."

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. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

2. Idlewilde by the River

3. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

4. Misty Mountain Lodge

5. Castle Mountain Lodge

6. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

7. Discovery Lodge

8. Blue Door Inn

9. The Stanley Hotel

10. Coyote Mountain Lodge

11. Lone Eagle Lodge

12. Lone Pine Cabins

13. Horsetooth Peak 26C 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

14. Lookout Mountain 27b 1 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

15. Estes Park CO Condos

16. Fawn Valley Inn: 107 1 Bedroom Condo

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Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

River Ridge Cottages

The Landing at Estes Park - Riverside Retreat

Dao House

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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