Name: Chipeta Lodge
Address: 304 S. Lena St, Ridgway, Ridgway, Ridgway, CO 81432, United States of America
Rating: 8

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Chipeta Lodge

Ridgway

Our accommodation at the Chipeta Lodge in Ridgway CO was not  as marketed. 

“Settle into cozy and spacious guest rooms with incredible private views…”. 

The queen size bed filled the cozy (cramped) room in which we stayed.  The light switch was hidden behind the bed post; there was only one bedside table because the left side was adjacent to the room’s entrance; and there was little space to walk between the bed and the clothes wardrobe. Our private view was of the hallway which extended above the lobby.

“Most rooms feature … granite wet bar, refrigerator, Apple TV's with access to streaming services…” 

The refrigerator in our room was jammed under the granite wet bar; the coffee maker power cord extended over the sink to the electrical receptacle. The streaming services were not worth the effort to view due to low bandwidth. 

We did not partake of the complimentary breakfast as we checked out as quickly as we could in the morning fleeing this disappointment.   

One more thing: this room was not shown in the website photos gallery…for obvious reasons.

I try to be positive in my reviews…this is an exception.

we arrived to the hotel on Sunday, October 2023 the key to our room was in an envelope at the front desk. There was a sign that said there is a Work shortage no one will be available today. We got to our room which was not but we ordered outlet covers were not on outlets for not screwed properly multiple plugs plugged into one plug. A fire hazard just waiting to happen. The bed basically was a box springs no light in the room to be able to see to put make up on. The tub and toilet area was open to the bedroom no fan in the bathroom disaster room. We talked to the weekend manager Michelle and the fact that we were not satisfied and it was not the room we ordered she told us oh well luck at the draw no one there we can't change it no one's available. Requested a call from the general manager have not received one yet 

the hotel nightmare from hell

We booked this hotel due to how it appeared on line.  The grounds need ALOT of maintenance as do the rooms.  The bed mattress very worn and we woke up with back aches.  It's a beautiful hotel just needs a lot of maintenance.

Alot of Hotel Maintenance in the rooms and outside is needed

We got a room with a little kitchen and dining area. The dining table had 3 legs, which sums up our stay. As long as we kept it against the wall, it worked, though was very wobbly. But if we had had 4 people in our party, instead of 3, we would have had to pull it out from the wall. The dishwasher didn't work, but made a noise like a demon from the 7th pit of hell. The electric fireplace didn't work. There was no coffee maker. There was a tv, but we could only watch it if we sat on the queen sized bed, which was awkward. I ended up sitting in a very uncomfortable wooden dining chair next to the bed. There was a junked refrigerator sitting under the outdoor staircase to our room. They provided too many towels, but no place to hang them once they had been used, and no one came in the room to refresh towels or anything during our stay. There is room for shelves or cabinets, or racks that people could use to hang dock kits in the bathroom - but no such facilities were installed. We all had to just put our toiletries on the bathroom countertop. The restaurant was closed for renovations. I understand that has to be done sometimes, but it would have been nice to know beforehand. I only booked the room a few weeks in advance and I'm sure they knew then that it would be closed. The beds were comfortable, and the room looked very nice. Lots of windows, and rustic-chic furniture and trimmings. There was a very nice wooden wardrobe and dresser and the kitchen looked nice, though it was cobbled together with some strange qualities. It looks very nice, but it's like the whole place has a rustic-chic facade, while the actual working parts were all bought at a junkyard and are held together with duct tape, and don't actually work.

Three legged dining table in our room sums it up

Loved our room. More than I expected. So comfy and beautiful. The bed, pillows and comforter were all soft and perfect. We slept through the night. Great location. The on-site spa, chlorinated, pool, Hot Springs pool, restaurant, and bar were extra bonuses. They even have bicycle rentals. The free breakfast is a grab and go bagel, muffins, fruit, yogurt, coffee and hot cocoa. Perfect breakfast options for us- no fuss. Some TV sounds come through the walls or ceiling but nothing too loud. We couldn’t hear the live music from the on-site bar from our room unless I sat on the patio. There is a neighborhood tennis court and concrete walking trails located across the street from the lodge. This was not associated with the lodge, however, we enjoyed it. We got great recommendations for the town from the girl who checked us in. We enjoyed our stay and will return. 

Perfect stay

This property is just so unique and special, as well as, the town. Pools/big hot tub never crowded. Unique suites with private hot tubs. Perfect even traveling with a 16 month old. Quiet property and amazing restaurants nearby

Best kept secret

The overall experience was above average. Room layout was not what we expected. We did not need full size range and fridge. Would have preferred microwave and mini fridge and more room to move around.

valentines day

This is a beautiful lodge pole hotel experience with spacious rooms and views. There is construction going on at the lobby which made the check in weird but not unpleasant (the website warned of construction but not what kind). I'm sure it will be great once updated. That being said, it was quiet and comfortable and I enjoyed using both the spa tub and the personal jacuzzi. The restaurant was quaint and service was good, it's fun to enjoy it on a locals weekday. 

Under Construction - Better Things Coming

This was a trip for me and my family, we have been going there for a long time, but I have not been able to make it since Covid. We used to go almost every month and used to love the property and everything but it had to offer. When we went this time, it was under new ownership, and many things have changed, it is not what it used to be, and it was very heartbreaking to us, because that place was very special to my family and I.

Not what it used to be….

Took my daughter for her 21st birthday weekend and it did not disappoint! Wonderful staff and accomodations across the board. Room was perfect - LOVE the hot tub on the balcony! Check in and spa staff very friendly and helpful. Restaurant staff great and the food was delicious. Will definitely come again.

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