The Stanley Hotel, Estes Park

The Stanley Hotel - A historic 1909 landmark with mountain views, paranormal tours, and Colorado's largest whiskey collection

This iconic white Georgian Colonial hotel, opened in 1909, sits against the backdrop of Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes Park. The four-story property features 41000 square feet of event space, four distinct dining venues including Cascades Restaurant for classic American steakhouse fare and The Whiskey Bar housing Colorado's largest collection of whiskeys and scotches. This Estes Park hotel offers accommodations across four buildings: the original Stanley with historic rooms, The Lodge with boutique-style stays, the modern Aspire with air-conditioned suites, and The Residences featuring private condos with full kitchens. Daily paranormal and historical tours explore the property's connection to Stephen King's 'The Shining'. A hidden underground theater hosts magic shows beneath the original Carriage House, while the 217 Wine Bar serves exclusive Stanley Hotel wines. Located just 6 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park, The Stanley Hotel provides Tesla supercharging stations and mountain activity bookings through KMAC guides.

Pros

Seven Tesla superchargers offering full charge within 75 minutes

Underground theater featuring world-class magicians

Rooftop wellness deck with 360-degree mountain views

International Cryogenics Museum on property

Private balconies in select suites offering views of Longs Peak

Cons

62 miles distance from Denver International Airport

No air conditioning in the main historic building