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The Royal Gorge
The Royal Gorge region offers a wide variety of accommodations from hotels and bed and breakfasts. Below is a list of local accommodations. We have done our best to provide up-to-date information for your trip planning. Please note that if you have booked the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, you will receive the lowest rate available by providing them your confirmation number.
UNIQUE AND COMFORTABLE
Accommodations
Historic Royal Gorge Mansion
The Historic Royal Gorge Mansion
12 Riverside Drive
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.4000
Immerse yourself in local history and elegance by spending a couple of days or a week in the historic Royal Gorge Mansion, located in the heart of Cañon City, Colorado. Formerly known as the Robison Mansion, the Royal Gorge Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was built in the late 1800s in beautiful Second Empire style. The property boasts 4 acres of manicured, tree-lined grounds for you and your guests to enjoy. The mansion accommodates up to 8 adults (age 21 and older) with four private guest suites, and three and a half bathrooms. A dining room, two parlors, private veranda, and fully appointed kitchen are also at your disposal.
The mansion is nestled in a quiet neighborhood on the banks of the Arkansas River and is within walking distance of Cañon City’s historic downtown, restaurants, Happy Endings Caboose Café, two parks, and attractions including the famous Royal Gorge Route Railroad. Explore the hundreds of miles of trails in the area on foot or by mountain bike, or simply relax on your own private veranda to watch the resident deer.
Moonshadow Estate
County Road 12
Cotopaxi, CO 81223
719.347.1678
bestcoloradovacationrentalhome@gmail.com
www.moonshadowestate.com
Design your outdoor adventure in the Royal Gorge Region & come ‘HOME’ to MoonShadow Ranch, a family-focused, luxury vacation home! With 4,300 sq. ft. – 4 bedrooms; a Full Game Room – Pool Table, Poker Table, Air Hockey Table & Board Games; an INCREDIBLE, fully-stocked kitchen; 3 fireplaces; & AWESOME Outdoor Amenities – 2 Raised Decks with a large grill, a Stone Fire Pit, a New Game Pit for Horseshoes & Bocce, Basketball Hoop, Private Shooting/Target Range, a Barn with available Horse Stalls AND…it all sits on 80 private acres!
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall – This is an amazing place to retreat with your family & friends. Relax, breathe deep & enjoy the quiet tranquility as well as the endless possibilities for outdoor adventure on the property & on the Arkansas River.
A Step Back Inn
301 East Douglas Avenue
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.257.3030
Email: innkeeper@astepbackin.com
Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch or take a short walk to explore the Arkansas River Walk.
This newly renovated modern farmhouse has everything a group or family could want for a house base while exploring the area.
With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a game room, and a gourmet kitchen you can relax and unwind after a day of hiking, biking or kayaking.
In the evening, relax by the fire-pit or enjoy a night out at one of the restaurants nearby the historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
Hillside Colorado Cottages
PO Box 2
Hillside, CO 81232
970.631.3786
Email: hillsidecolorado@gmail.com
Hillside, Colorado is an unincorporated town that is home to a Post Office/General Store and vacation rental cottages. Hillside is located in Southern Colorado in one of the most beautiful, best kept secrets in the world of outdoor enthusiasts. We would love to host your family reunion, photography/painting workshop, hunting trip, fishing trip, or any other foray into our beautiful valley.
Our superior vacation rental cottages are in close proximity to the Arkansas River, Westcliffe/Silver Cliff, Royal Gorge, Crestone Five, Canon City, Texas Creek, Salida, Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp, and the San Isabel National Forest.
Come hunt, hike a ’14er, raft, fish, snowshoe, get away from the bustle & relax, write, read, birdwatch.
Photographers & artists welcome – the beauty of our valley awaits to be captured!
Econo lodge
311 Royal Gorge Blvd.
Canon City, Co. 81212
719.276.6900
Located in Canon City Colorado, directly across from the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. We are a pet friendly full amenity Choice Hotel that offers:
- Free wireless high speed internet
- Free Continental breakfast
- Indoor heated pool & hot tub
- 100% smoke free atmosphere
- Bus parking
- Laundry facility
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Iron & ironing board
You don’t need to sacrifice key amenities when you’re trying to be economical. Unwind in one of our inviting guest rooms, all of which come equipped with a coffee maker, iron, ironing board, hair dryer and a TV. Select rooms contain a microwave, refrigerator and a whirlpool.
This Econo Lodge hotel cares about the environment and has taken active steps to support green hotel practices.
Our Econo Lodge hotel will allow you to stay on your budget, so you can focus on enjoying the Colorado landscape and not your wallet. Book a room with us in Canon City today!
Travel Inn Motel
2980 E. Main
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.9125
Email: stayattravelinn@aol.com
American Inn Motel
1231 Royal Gorge Blvd
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.1158
America’s Best Value Inn and Suites
1925 Fremont Dr.
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.3377
Best Western
110 Latigo Lane
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.2400
Florence Rose B&B
1305 West Third Street
Florence, CO 81226
719.784.4734 or 732.685.5445
Hampton Inn
102 McCormick Pkwy
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.1112
Parkview Motel
231 Royal Gorge Blvd. & 3rd St.
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.0624
Quality Inn and Suites
3075 US-50,
Cañon City, CO 81212
(719) 275-8676
Riviera Inn
136 E Front Street
Florence, CO 81212
719.784.6716
SLEEP UNDER THE STARS
Campgrounds
Mountain View RV Resort
45606 U.S. Hwy 50
West Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.0900
Royal Gorge KOA
559 County Road 3A
Cañon City, CO 81212
800.562.5689
Royal View Campground
43590 Highway 50 West
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.1900
The Starlite Classic Campground
30 County Road 3A
Cañon City, CO 81212
619-I’m Retro (467-3876)
WE MAKE THE GRADE
Testimonials
Dining on the rails We had a club car experience and it was wonderful! Our seats were on the south side of the train and it had an incredible view for the duration of... read more
Great time. Very fun! Inside car gets a little chilly so bring a light sweater. Friendly staff made us feel so comfortable. Train ride awesome and view was great!! Female conductor was... read more
Great Experience This a must do in Colorado springs. We went to the Royal Gorge bridge prior to riding the train and it really made a difference. The river is spectacular... read more
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Fun day trip This was my first time on a passenger train and it didn’t disappoint. We sat in the Vista Dome and the views were amazing. It was nice to... read more
Moments Make Memories Enjoying nachos and Prosecco, delivered by Acacia. She’s funny, efficient, quick, and a wealth of knowledge
Great views and service, food just ok Took the dome car with our family of five, all sat together, it was very comfortable, but if it’s a nice day I would’ve gone coach and spent the ride... read more
ROYAL GORGE ROUTE RAILROAD
Adventure awaits
Hop aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad and experience a one-of-a-kind adventure through the Royal Gorge and Colorado Rockies. Departing daily from the Santa Fe Depot in Canon City.