Located near Mesa Verde, Retro Inn at Mesa Verde offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy terrace, and beautiful garden. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind over coffee/tea in the lobby with helpful staff nearby.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Free newspapers in the lobby
Limited hour front desk
For families (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Television
Garden
$117 nightly
The total price is $129
$129 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
106 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Water Bed and 1 King Water Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
102 reviews
(102 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Cortez Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center - 11 min drive - 16.0 km
Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Maverik - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 12 min walk
WildEdge Brewing Collective - 3 min drive
Dairy Queen - 13 min walk
Taco Bell - 12 min walk
About this property
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde
Enjoy your visit to Cortez with a stay at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
What to do
Table tennis
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Hand-held showerheads
Portable shower seat
Grab bar in shower
Roll-in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Budget Host Cortez
Budget Host Hotel Cortez
Retro Inn Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Inn Mesa Verde
Retro Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Mesa Verde
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Motel
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Cortez
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Motel Cortez
Frequently asked questions
Does Retro Inn at Mesa Verde offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Retro Inn at Mesa Verde does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Ute Mountain Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Retro Inn at Mesa Verde and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Retro Inn at Mesa Verde like?
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde is located a short 15-minute walk from Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Retro Inn at Mesa Verde Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast offered a good selection and was a nice addition to the stay. (173 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible with many rooms having designated parking spaces right outside. (17 reviews)
The air conditioning worked very well in all rooms, with one exception that was quickly remedied. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
the whole experience was fantastic... Would go back and stay there in a heartbeat!
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Highly recommend this place
Christian
Christian, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Perfect place to stay if you are in the area to see Mesa Verde NP, it’s right down the road. My stay was quiet, cozy and clean!
Highly recommend!
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
We loved staying here and would certainly stay again
Roy
Roy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2025
Very clean and friendly staff. Recommend this place to everyone.
Sherry
Sherry, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
People were friendly and staff was very certious and helpful. Will definitely stay here again
roberto
roberto, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 16, 2025
Enjoyed the themed rooms
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Unique and very nice place to stay
Caleb Charles
Caleb Charles, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
Cool little motel.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
We have stayed at this place a couple times over the years, and will definitely stay again. It’s always very clean, everyone is friendly, and we love the cozy feel of the property.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2025
Wonderfully renovated motel. We loved it.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
We had a great stay. Loved the outdoor areas that we could all sit and visit. The game room was fun for the teenagers and adults. It was nice being close to Mesa Verde and Durango.
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 20, 2025
Very clean motel, friendly staff. Would stay again.
Krista
Krista, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 7, 2025
Love the retro theme ! Clean, great staff, beats the chain hotel hands down. Highly recommend !
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
It was perfect for us.
Sonja
Sonja, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
Everything was clean and everyone was really nice.
Nichole
Nichole, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Would go back
Anupam
Anupam, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 12, 2025
We enjoyed Retro in--it was fun showing our daughter many things we remembered from childhood & using the phone booth was especially fun!
Blair
Blair, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 29, 2025
It was a nice, clean and comfortable place to spend the night before heading into Mesa Verde National Park. The staff was very accommodating, and the continental breakfast had good variety.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 3, 2025
Nice room, nice breakfast
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2025
A great and unique stay! The property was convenient to town and Mesa Verde. Breakfast was minimal, but sufficient.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Cute and very clean. The staff is so nice and helpful. Easy parking, wonderful breakfast and close to all the attractions. Will stay anytime we come through town.
J'Lynn
J'Lynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Great service. Great place to stay. Recommend 100%.
Sonu
Sonu, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2025
We always stay at the Retro Inn while coming through Cortez (going on 22 years!). Staff always friendly. Rooms always clean and comfortable. Pet friendly!!! They just put in a small dog run. Perfect!