Excellent place!! Went here twice while we were in Colorado. Made friends with the bartenders and…read moremet the singers in the band. One was the owner. It has a beautiful view too!! Music was outstanding with Bernie and Mark.

I was visiting Estes Park, Colorado, and found this absolute gem of a restaurant! The atmosphere at…read moreSeven Keys is wonderful, but the food completely blew us away. The steak was unbelievably tender and juicy, the beef Wellington was phenomenal, and the cheesecake was out of this world. Excellent meal. Ella was our waitress and she was very nice .

We stayed in the twin sisters apartment recently. This 2 bedroom unit is spacious and was great for…read moremy parents, us, and our small baby. The unit had a full kitchen and a walk out table area. The owners were very friendly (as was their cute puppy). Breakfast was hearty and homemade each day. It's nice to be close to the park but also not in the traffic filled downtown area. Would definitely stay here again!

We stayed for two nights in the Romantic Rose Suite. It was fabulous. Chester and Lil are hosts of…read morethe highest standards in comfort and hospitality. My wife absolutely loved the bathroom and tub. The room was huge and the balcony view is breathtaking. Everything was very clean too. The breakfast is a top notch, hearty meal that cut no corners. It seems that Chester is a chef in addition to innkeeper and gracious host. It is clear that the innkeepers at Sonnenhof Lakewood Manor B&B know how to create a comfy and welcoming environment in addition to delicious breakfast and local knowledge. You can tell this is a labor of love for these two good folks and they love it. So if you are looking for a place to rest, relax and reset, check in to the Sonnenhoff Lakewood Manor B&B.

Trying different places in Estes park, we were quite pleased to have found this one! Not on the…read morebeaten path, but close to great restaurants, a bit of a drive over the neighborhood dirt road. But comprised of many acres on a river and distinctive rooms make this a great place to visit. We stayed in the largest room with a jacuzzi for Friday and Saturday nights and really enjoyed the larger space. Next time we will likely try a room actually in the main building. Great breakfasts each day with recipes from the owner prepared by the local management team. From our perspective however a disappointment was they are apparently quite popular for wedding receptions that are smallish but otherwise fill the common area room. The disappointment was regular guests couldn't enjoy the real wood fireplace and many treats in the common room during the afternoon. And in the evening the staff went home and the fireplace was no longer lit. There were receptions Friday and Saturday. When you reserve you may want to check on the wedding situation if that is important to you.

Lovely B&B with multiple buildings in a quiet and bucolic setting. We attended the Scottish and…read moreIrish Highland Festival in Estes Park, and this was a great place to stay to get away from the crowds. While it's only a short drive from the restaurants and shops in downtown Estes, you might as well be a million miles away. The road dead ends at this secluded place, and it's dark and quiet at night. We had a nice evening walk around the property and enjoyed another walk...with elk...the next morning, followed by the included breakfast. The common area has snacks and an espresso machine, which we really appreciated, having arrived late afternoon, and not being inclined to leave for dinner. The whole place is decorated in a decidedly dated style. I know, I know, they're going for Victorian charm, and they've somewhat achieved that; lace tablecloths in the breakfast room, heavy furniture and lots of needlework pillows. Our room had a color scheme that spoke more to the late 1990s than the late 1890s. If you hate that, stay away, especially if you're looking for a place to stage a wedding. Otherwise, a nice place to spend some time away from it all.

Cozy, affordable Bed & Breakfast in a great location…read more Innkeepers Hans & Miriam run a lovely B & B just outside of the downtown in Estes Park. My wife and I stayed here when we vacationed in Colorado in June. We loved Colorado so much we moved there 5 months later! We stayed in an upstairs bedroom that was quaint and homey. The bed was comfortable enough and the room & bathroom were clean & ship-shape. Our hosts serve a group breakfast in the morning, and it was interesting to chat with the other guests. For the mornings that we planned to leave for Rocky Mountain National Park early, Miriam prepared a fortifying boxed breakfast ahead of time. The location was great as a jumping-off point for the Park, or for a stroll around downtown Estes. The only downside, and I don't really blame the owners (it is what it is), was that there was no air-conditioning. Normally at this elevation it wouldn't have been an issue, but it was an unseasonably warm week when we were there, getting up into the mid-90's during the day, and it took a long while to cool down. Hans & Miriam supplied us with a fan, which helped some. In hindsight, it kind of added to the charm, but at the time it was a bit uncomfortable. All in all, I would highly recommend The Quilt House for a cozy mountain getaway.

When you stay with Hans and Miriam at the Quilt House B&B, you feel like you are staying with your…read moresweet grandparents who will do anything to make you feel like you have come back home. It is cozy, friendly, welcoming, and definitely not trendy. If you want to be transported back to an imagined childhood with kind grandparents, this is the place for you. The Quilt House owners are Hans and Miriam Graetzer, who bought this home about 15 years ago and remodeled to be their retirement business. The lodging consists of three bedrooms, each with its own bath, on the second floor, along with a sitting room for guests. There is a cabin to the side as well. I only saw our room, which had two twin beds and a bath, and the sitting room, which you could reasonably call a Parlor, if you were old enough. The bathroom was small, but everything was spotless, and there was plenty of hot water. The Quilt House has nonsmoking, no alcohol, policies. If you want to come back to your room and have a glass of wine before bed, this is not the place for you. We had plenty of wine or beer with our dinners in town, so we didn't feel the need to get blotto before retiring for the night. The Graetzers provide a hearty, filling group breakfast at 8:00am. Everyone eats together. The food is delicious and simple, and all made by Miriam. She makes delicious nut breads and quiche. When we checked in, Hans asked if we had any dietary restrictions. We explained that we were vegetarians, and they were able to accommodate our dietary needs. Hans also asked if we preferred coffee or tea in the morning, and we were always served what we wanted. The one thing that might bother some folks is the religious practices, though some of you might appreciate it. The Graetzers are apparently devout Christians. Again, we felt like we were in Granddad's house, so we went along. Hans offered a blessing at breakfast on the first day, which, according to other guests who were regulars at the Quilt House, he typically does. The next day, he asked us to sing "God Bless America", and we did. Can't say I've ever done that before at breakfast. On our last morning, we were leaving at 6am, so Miriam packed us two breakfasts to go, which she left in the guest refrigerator in the parlor. There was enough food to feed six people. That was very sweet, and very much appreciated. Hans and Miriam have lived in Estes Park for almost 20 years. They are knowledgeable about the area and its attractions, and are very willing to answer any questions guests might have. There are books everywhere, and magazines, which guests are welcome to read. There are no televisions, no DVD players, no nothing of that sort. It's a quiet place. Again, if you need to watch ESPN or rent DVDs, this is not the place for you. The Quilt House is located on a side street that is only a five-minute walk from the Donut Haus, a good Italian restaurant, a local brewery, and a Chinese restaurant. Walk another 5 minutes, and you're in the heart of downtown Estes Park, with all sorts of restaurants and crappy shops that will appeal to any tourist. We enjoyed our stay at The Quilt House because we wanted simple, inexpensive, comfortable and convenient lodging. But we have simple needs. We got along just fine without TV, radio, Internet (no Wi-Fi here), and drinking alcohol before bedtime. We enjoyed talking with other guests at the breakfast table, and hanging out in the parlor, watching weather systems roll in from Rocky Mountain National Park. But if you need all the modern conveniences, and lots of special services and entertainment provided at your lodging, this may not be the place for you. For me and the sibling, it was just fine. We would stay again.

Loud refrigerator. Loud mattress. Rotting deck to get in. When snowed, shoveled but no sand -…read moreslippery! Dirty bathroom - yellow pee stains bottom of wall & floor & slats of Hester blower in bathroom - blowing pee everywhere! Floor - spilt water - wiped gray/black paper towel! Coffee maker nice bit no decaf option tea or coffee.

Stayed here for long weekend 1/26. Pros: In Estes Park,…read morecozy, nice design of room, beautiful gas fireplace & views. Cons: Hard to find - poor signage & lighting. wooden deck rotting & no railing for safety. Bathroom dirty - floor dirty - spilt water - wiped - black paper towel after. Yellow pee along the molding & fan in bathroom. Refrigerator very noisy. Mattress so creaky woke you up to turn over or get on. Coffee - nice set up except no decaf offers either coffee or tea. Safety - Snowed, they shoveled but very slippery . Did Not put down sand. We would not return - on VRBO & put in a review with suggestions & they lied & did not publish. Said I said 4 stars -NO!

We were in a 3 room suite for three nights right after Labor Day weekend…read more The rooms are clean and we did not feel like we were on top of each other. Location is great for going to Rocky Mountain National Park as well as for accessing downtown Estes Park, which is within walking distance. The staff were all incredibly friendly, the light continental breakfast was a great grab and go option for early RMNP mornings and the nightly s'more's were a great way to unwind. We really loved our stay here. It reminded us of how traveling used to be. A stay here doesn't feel rushed, instead it encourages you to just stop and enjoy your time together.

A great location right on the Fall River and we spent every evening enjoying the seating…read moreoverlooking the water. They have fire pits for s'mores and for chasing away the chill. The rooms have a rustic cabin ambiance and the only furniture I missed was having a desk to work on. I also wish the blackout curtains worked, and plenty of street light came through the thin curtains, but we managed to sleep despite that (I would have clipped a blanket over the window if needed). The staff were mostly friendly. The complimentary continental breakfast is mostly cold foods (bagels, cereal, boiled eggs, etc.). They did run out of peanut butter, which was sad. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the proximity to the main shopping area is great. Parking is very cramped and when fully booked you may have to use overflow parking across the street. There is no elevator so if you're on the upper floors you'll have to haul your luggage up steps.

We attended a wedding here and were so impressed with the venue! The wedding took place outside the…read morelodge by the river. There was a specific spot set up for weddings with the backdrop of the river and the beautiful aspen trees that were changing colors. It was obvious that this wedding venue knows what they are doing. Every detail was covered and the bride and groom's family could relax. The decorations were lovely and you can tell they were well thought out. The dinner was magnificent and beautifully presented. The cake was exquisite and reflected the personality of the bride. All preparations were in tiptop shape at the reception. It was well organized and went smoothly.

This venue is stunning and was the perfect mountain wedding spot. It's near Estes so it's easy to…read morebook a place nearby to stay and not too far from Denver for those who are confident in driving in the mountains. My husband and I joked that even if our wedding was a dud, the venue alone would wow people. The walk through video on their website is just a glimpse into the magic and joy that this spot holds!!! From the ceremony site options, to the bridal suite, to the dining area and the dance floor, we enjoyed all of the spaces this place has to offer. Our 108 guests loved the food, the drinks, and the views so much, they couldn't stop commenting all night on how beautiful and awesome this venue was. And our photos turned out incredible with the mountains, the river, the trees, and the outdoor lights. Dawn is responsive and helpful and she knows what she's doing! My one area of constructive criticism would be recommending that the venue provide a clearer timeline to the couples getting married. I typed my own up based on our meetings but the venue stated they'd send it a few times and never got around to it. Otherwise, I can't say enough WONDERFUL things about this spot. Hospitality is their jam. The rentable items like the arch and photo booth, the in-house decorations, and the food options are positively stunning. The staff is phenomenal, the on-site honeymoon suite was so clean and comfortable, and there was lots of space for kids to run around. An amazing AMAZING spot to make memories and start your married life with your partner off right!

I'm confused why there are so many glowing 5 star reviews. Murphy's is fine. It's dated and needs a…read morelot of updates. The bed itself is comfy but the room is just cheap. The bathroom is tiny. It doesn't have any hooks for the towels or hand towels... The balconies overlooking the river are nice (but there are many, many places to stay along the creek that are updated and clean looking). The pool is a nice touch but it's old and looks like someone DIY-ed years ago. The vending machine didn't work with any of my bills when my very pregnant body needed a bottle of water. I popped in to check out the continental breakfast and walked out with only a tea. Just a bunch of cheap, sugary products (donettes, nutrigrain bars, hostess danishes). And I thought we were getting a great rate so it was worth staying at this older place but the very nice 3 star hotel yards away is the same price!! Like it's *fine*. It's certainly not worthy of 5 stars.

Standard Off River Room -- Celebrated a special occasion and was pleasantly surprised with the…read moresmall little details added to the room. The front desk staff shortly called after booking the room to verify information and see if we needed anything special upon arrival. Room is simple but offered ample amenities for the price. Breakfast was simple and attended by staff and included fruit, yogurt, coffee, tea, bagels, pastries, etc small grab and go. We didn't visit the pool/tub atrium that overlooks the breakfast area but it looks nice! Will return whenever in Estes and looking for a quick night getaway for a cheap price. Room and property are dated but the friendly staff, proximity to downtown, and price meets our expectations.

We liked this place with the exception of a few things…read more The front staff was very friendly and got us into our room a little bit early. The room itself was nice, very clean. The biggest issue for both of us was how uncomfortable the bed was. Probably one of the worst mattresses I've slept on in a long time. Had to spend most of my night on my back, which wasn't ideal. Couldn't sleep well at all. The 2nd issue was being right on the road. We were looking forward to having our door open at night listening to the creek, but due to the road noises we had to keep it closed. That being said, we did enjoy being right next to the creek. We could also easily walk to town, but we weren't right in the thick of it.

The Good: This Inn looks like a chalet on the outside and has Craftsman architecture accents…read moreinside and out. The shower works well and there is plenty of counter space by the sink. There is a continental breakfast. The receptionist when we checked in was very personable and made a good recommendation for dinner. The Disapointing: I found out a bear had been in the yard the night before by overhearing a conversation. As I inquired she suggested we move any food into the room. If I hadn't overheard the conversation we would have left the food in the car. The mattress is extremely uncomfortable. Their supposedly "simple" to use thermostat is not simple. I was furious when the receptionist inferred I was simple for not figuring it out. Cold air comes in through the fireplace which must play havoc with the simple thermostat. The stone chosen for the sink appears to be wet all the time and the shower pressure is poor. The lite continental breakfast was all prepackaged food, not even any fruit. No decaf coffee but good selection of herbal and regular tea. Finally, they made a big deal out of printing out a receipt, a simple thing to do.