Circle R Motel, Salida

Circle R Motel - A 1950s-inspired mountain retreat with EV charging and pet-friendly rooms

Located in Salida's business district, this retro-styled Salida hotel features 17 air-conditioned rooms accessible via exterior corridors. Guest accommodations include premium bedding, flat-screen TVs with cable, blackout drapes, microwaves, refrigerators, and complimentary WiFi. Each bathroom comes equipped with EO products including shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel. The property maintains two electric car charging stations designed to resemble 1950s gas pumps, positioned next to a 1955 Studebaker President classic car. Circle R Motel's amenities include a hot tub (open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM), laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea service in a common area. Housekeeping operates on a limited basis, with office hours from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The motel sits within 1 mile of local attractions including Ruby Blues, The Green Cat Gallery, and Browns Canyon National Monument. Restaurants such as De Pasquale's Pizza, Wallbangers, and Patio Pancake Place are all within 0.5 miles.

Pros

Two EV charging options available, including an 8-hour charger

Ground-level parking directly outside each room

Pet-friendly accommodation allows up to two dogs

Professional on-site management

Cons

Located 62 miles from Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport

Limited office hours with mid-day closure