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A buffet area with various food stations, including a hot pot and a salad bar.

A balcony with a stone pillar, two chairs, and a view of mountains.

A reception desk with a wooden wall design, two pendant lights, a framed picture on the wall, and a digital display.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, a fireplace, and large windows offering views.

1. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

3.1 km from Gem Lake

Kimberly

₩162,952

₩186,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A wooden bench in a garden with a pond, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

A patio with red Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a flower planter.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs.

2. Appenzell Inn

Grand Estates, 3.1 km from Gem Lake

Joseph

₩144,085

₩164,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A wooden covered entrance to a hotel with a stone base and a sign reading "HOTEL ESTEL".

A room with a view of snow-capped mountains through a window.

A cozy room with a view of mountains, two armchairs, a table with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

A modern building with a glass facade, a sign reading "HOTEL ESTES," and a natural landscape with rocks and trees.

3. Hotel Estes

3.1 km from Gem Lake

Robert

₩119,211

₩136,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A patio area with red Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone deck.

A rock garden with a small waterfall, surrounded by large rocks and a wooden fence in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a rug.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

4. Estes Mountain Inn

3 km from Gem Lake

Carrie

₩96,338

₩110,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a fireplace, a large TV, and a view of a beach through the window.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, a coffee table with magazines, a TV, and a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a wooden island, and bar stools.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

5. Coyote Mountain Lodge

Grand Estates, 3.1 km from Gem Lake

Brad

₩111,541

₩127,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A restaurant with a wooden interior, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A wooden pergola with white metal chairs and tables, overlooking a mountain range.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a hot tub in the corner.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a window with blinds.

6. Blue Door Inn

3 km from Gem Lake

Doug

₩100,555

₩115,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hot tub surrounded by wooden benches and a gazebo in a forested area with a mountain backdrop.

A wooden dining table with two woven placemats and a chair, set against a backdrop of a forested landscape visible through large glass doors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A cabin-style hotel with a river in front, surrounded by trees and mountains.

7. Boulder Brook on Fall River

5.2 km from Gem Lake

Jordan

₩234,465

₩268,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering mountain views.

A hot tub on a balcony with a mountain view.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a wooden bar counter, and a large window offering a view of trees.

A large lodge with multiple guest rooms, a central lobby, and a mountain backdrop.

8. Taharaa Mountain Lodge

9 km from Gem Lake

Michael

₩253,263

₩336,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A natural landscape with a waterfall flowing over rocks.

A riverside lodge with multiple buildings, a clear stream, and surrounding forest.

A cozy bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with a headboard, a nightstand, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, leather furniture, and a television displaying 'Hansen & Dale Resorts'.

9. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

5.3 km from Gem Lake

Jennifer

₩142,894

₩201,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a chandelier, two armchairs with red cushions, a leather ottoman, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television on a wooden cabinet, a dining area with chairs, and a bed with a green and white blanket.

A cozy living area with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A wooden dock extending into a calm lake surrounded by a forest and mountains.

10. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

3.2 km from Gem Lake

ARMAN

₩157,448

₩180,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hanging flower pot with white and purple flowers in front of a building with a mountain backdrop.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A cozy living room with a wooden accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in fireplace.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a wooden pergola, and a decorative fountain.

11. Murphy's Resort

3.4 km from Gem Lake

Abdulmuttalib Murtuza

₩87,893

₩100,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-story building with a stone facade and a sign reading "Silver Moon Inn."

A breakfast buffet with various foods, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

A rustic lodge with a stone building and a wooden swing bridge over a stream.

A park with a small stream, wooden steps, and red chairs.

12. Silver Moon Inn

4.3 km from Gem Lake

Stacy

₩162,422

₩185,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a fireplace.

A river flowing through a landscaped area with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable couch, a small wooden table, and a large bed.

13. 4 Seasons Inn on Fall River

4.5 km from Gem Lake

Michael

₩135,996

₩155,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Two wooden cabins with balconies, a stone pathway, and a pine tree.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large window with blinds, a hot tub, and a patterned sofa.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door decorated with a sunflower wreath.

A log cabin with a wooden deck and a snow-covered ground.

14. Mountain Shadows Resort

6.4 km from Gem Lake

Patricia

₩192,113

₩210,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A wooden deck with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a glass door leading to a patio area.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a chair, and a bed. Large windows offer views of a snowy landscape.

A hot tub with a digital temperature gauge, surrounded by windows with blinds, in a room with a door and a light fixture.

A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

15. Castle Mountain Lodge

5 km from Gem Lake

BENITO

₩141,465

₩161,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A two-story lodge with a covered deck and outdoor seating area.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a large mirror.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

A living room with a stone fireplace, two leather armchairs, a grey sofa, and a patterned rug.

16. Misty Mountain Lodge

4.4 km from Gem Lake

Lori Ann

₩178,022

₩336,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A river with a Christmas tree decorated with lights.

A lodge with multiple wooden buildings, outdoor seating, and a stream.

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, lounge chairs, and a sauna area.

A wooden cabin with a deck overlooking a river.

17. Murphy's River Lodge

4.4 km from Gem Lake

Richard

₩132,177

₩151,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A log cabin interior with a wooden chair, a wooden table, and a bench.

A wooden bear sculpture on a tree stump by a flowing river, surrounded by dense forest and a clear blue sky.

A log cabin with a porch, a small deck, and a mailbox.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted fish decoration, and a painting of a mountain landscape.

18. Idlewilde by the River

8.4 km from Gem Lake

LYNNE

₩118,456

₩260,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a wooden wall panel.

19. The Historic Crag's Lodge

4.9 km from Gem Lake

Lois

₩165,042

₩233,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A log cabin by a flowing river surrounded by dense forest.

A cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest and a flowing stream.

A wooden cabin with a hot tub and a deck overlooking a forested area.

A wood-burning stove with a chimney, a chair, and firewood.

20. Ponderosa Lodge

5.4 km from Gem Lake

Vitaly

₩128,605

₩147,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Gem Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Appenzell Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Hotel Estes	9.2 Wonderful 1,016 reviews	View
Estes Mountain Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,062 reviews	View
Coyote Mountain Lodge	8.4 Very good 1,465 reviews	View

Top Gem Lake Hotel Reviews

Estes Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this resort! Everything was thoughtfully taken care of, from the warm indoor swimming pool with clean towels, the spacious hot tub, and dry sauna to the ping-pong table, board games, and playground packed with activities. There was so much to enjoy that we wished we had more time to try everything! What made our stay especially memorable was the warm and friendly front desk staff. They greeted us with genuine smiles, even lit an extra s’mores fire pit for our family, and kept the daily activities and snacks well-stocked. These little touches made us feel truly welcome and cared for. It’s a place where families can relax, have fun, and make wonderful memories together. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend this resort, and we would love to come back!"

Silver Moon Inn

8/10 Good

"Great room. Loved the s’mores treats. Warmed ourselves with the fire pits at night. Within walking distance of downtown. Not much for breakfast."

The Estes Park Resort

10/10 Excellent

"beautiful views, great location, staff were great"

Columbine Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was comfortable and it was evident that the staff and owner took great care for the property and guests."

The Stanley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you! Fun awesome stay!"

Murphy's Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We traveled with pet and they put us in a very convenient room, next to pet area. The room was rustic yet comfortable with the modern amenities n very quiet. Comfy recliners in front of fireplace n TV. There’re DVDs n popcorns available in the office. Great location, friendly staff n a place to come back definitely👍"

Hotel Estes

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place to stay. Would definitely go back"

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

8/10 Good

"Bar tender was great and he helped us find a ride to our dinner reservation. Elevator was down so had to travel to far one, complimentary s’more kits were great, only having a buffet breakfast for $18 was the worst part. You need to offer a small menu for those that can’t eat $18 of breakfast…."

Nicky's Resort

8/10 Good

"Overall, our two-room suite was pretty good. The bed in the living room was fairly comfortable, but the two beds in the separate bedroom were older and very springy, so they weren’t as comfortable. Our biggest concern was that the smoke detector was completely missing from the room. We only stayed one night, but if we had been staying longer, I would have asked someone to come out and install one. Unfortunately, there isn't anybody on property or at the office available to speak with, so since we were only there for a short time, we decided not to pursue it. One of the best parts of the stay was being right next to the little river. The setting was beautiful and peaceful, which we really enjoyed. Overall, the location and scenery were lovely, but the missing smoke detector was a significant safety concern that should be addressed."

Other attractions near Gem Lake

Lumpy Ridge Trailhead

You can take time to visit Lumpy Ridge Trailhead during your travels to Estes Park. Wander the scenic parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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MacGregor Ranch Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MacGregor Ranch Museum during your trip to Estes Park. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church

Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Estes Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Estes Park at Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course.

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Stanley Village

9.0/10 (24 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Stanley Village during your trip to Estes Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

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Estes Park Visitor Center

After visiting Estes Park Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Estes Park.

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Lake Estes Marina

8.6/10 (199 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Lake Estes Marina and enjoy activities such as hiking in Estes Park. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours.

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Stanley Museum

9.2/10 (17 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Stanley Museum in Estes Park. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gem Lake?

Gem Lake is located in Estes Park. This scenic area is known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 1541 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Gem Lake?

Coyote Mountain Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2 mi (3.1 km) from Gem Lake. Other good choices within a few miles include Expedition Lodge Estes Park and Hotel Estes.

How many hotels will I find near Gem Lake?

Expedia has 1541 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gem Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gem Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Gem Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gem Lake?

For more details about updating your stay near Gem Lake or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Gem Lake?

You'll want to browse the collections at MacGregor Ranch Museum, Estes Park Museum, and Stanley Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like The Stanley Hotel, Historic Estes Park, and Fall River Entrance Station. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Bond Park, Stanley Park, and Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

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Our top choices for Gem Lake hotels

1. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

2. Appenzell Inn

3. Hotel Estes

4. Estes Mountain Inn

5. Coyote Mountain Lodge

6. Blue Door Inn

7. Boulder Brook on Fall River

8. Taharaa Mountain Lodge

9. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

10. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

11. Murphy's Resort

12. Silver Moon Inn

13. 4 Seasons Inn on Fall River

14. Mountain Shadows Resort

15. Castle Mountain Lodge

16. Misty Mountain Lodge

17. Murphy's River Lodge

18. Idlewilde by the River

19. The Historic Crag's Lodge

20. Ponderosa Lodge

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Top Gem Lake Hotel Reviews

Estes Mountain Inn

Silver Moon Inn

The Estes Park Resort

Columbine Inn

The Stanley Hotel

Murphy's Resort

Hotel Estes

Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

Nicky's Resort

Other attractions near Gem Lake

Lumpy Ridge Trailhead

MacGregor Ranch Museum

Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church

Lake Estes 9-Hole Golf Course

Stanley Village

Estes Park Visitor Center

Lake Estes Marina

Stanley Museum

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