Great Sand Dunes Lodge
US$135
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Great Sand Dunes Lodge
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US$135
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Great Sand Dunes Lodge average US$98 in the cheapest month (November) and US$150 in the most expensive month (April), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| March | US$131 |
| April | US$150 |
| May | US$150 |
| June | US$149 |
| July | US$146 |
| August | US$139 |
| September | US$135 |
| October | US$133 |
| November | US$98 |
| December | US$126 |
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Cheapest: November (~US$98)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 18 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Location
With a stay at Great Sand Dunes Lodge in Mosca, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Great Sand Dunes National Park and 10 minutes from Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center. This hotel is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Pinyon Flats Campground and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from High Dune.
What's nearby
Great Sand Dunes National Park(0.5 Miles)
Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center(4 Miles)
Pinyon Flats Campground(4.9 Miles)
High Dune(4.9 Miles)
Zapata Falls(7.9 Miles)
San Luis State Wildlife Area(12.9 Miles)
Blanca Peak Trailhead(13.1 Miles)
Trujillo Homestead(18.3 Miles)
Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge(25.6 Miles)
Fort Garland Museum(26.9 Miles)
Veteran's Park(27.1 Miles)
Los Caminos Antiguos(30.2 Miles)
San Luis Valley Museum(30.8 Miles)
Colorado Welcome Center(31.1 Miles)
Little Medano Creek(31.4 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional)(32.7 Miles)
Location
7900 Colorado 150, Mosca, Colorado, United States of America
Great Sand Dunes National Park (0.5 Miles)
Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center (4 Miles)
Pinyon Flats Campground (4.9 Miles)
High Dune (4.9 Miles)
Zapata Falls (7.9 Miles)
San Luis State Wildlife Area (12.9 Miles)
Room options
10
Deluxe King Plus (Accessible Room)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Trundle Bed
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
15
Deluxe King Plus with Sofa Bed (South)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Boulder Tango Rv Camper
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 4× Bunk Beds
Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
11
Geodesic Clamping Dome
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Mobile Home, Ensuite (Eagle- Camper)
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Eagle Rv Camper
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
, 1 Single Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
215 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Aspen Avion Rv Camper
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 2 Bunk Beds
Sleeps 4
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
Deluxe King Plus with Full Kitchen
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Trundle Bed
Sleeps 4
Deck or PatioAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
11
Deluxe King Plus with 2 Sofa Beds
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Trundle Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Keystone Rambler Rv Camp
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Deluxe King with Trundle Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Trundle Bed
Sleeps 4
441 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
2 Queen Room Small Kitchen No Patio No Dunes View
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Standard 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
249 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
Moon Light Rv Camper
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 4
Separate Dining AreaHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
4
Economy Room (Rv Camper)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Trundle Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Deluxe King Plus with Sofa Bed (North)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Trundle Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Comfort House, Park View (Dunes View)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
194 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Blanca Dutchman Rv Camper
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 3
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Great Sand Dunes Lodge
8.4
Very good
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What guests think
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At Great Sand Dunes Lodge, travellers praise the unbeatable location beside Great Sand Dunes National Park and sweeping dune views, while noting simple, sometimes dated rooms, mixed cleanliness, friendly-but-inconsistent service, and scarce nearby dining with late, basic grab-and-go breakfast.
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At Great Sand Dunes Lodge, travellers praise the unbeatable location beside Great Sand Dunes National Park and sweeping dune views, while noting simple, sometimes dated rooms, mixed cleanliness, friendly-but-inconsistent service, and scarce nearby dining with late, basic grab-and-go breakfast.
Many appreciate patios facing the dunes, easy sand-sled rentals, and unique geodesic domes or trailers with nearby private bathhouses. Common drawbacks include insects in rooms, occasional maintenance problems, occasional noise, and frequent complaints about price relative to quality. A practical base for maximizing time on the dunes.
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Facilities
Limited amenities: patios with dune views and on-site sand-sled rentals are highlights, and dome stays use nearby private bathhouses described as private and convenient. There is no pool.
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David
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No better place to stay at this national park. It is close to the dunes, very clean, and comfortable. Easy park, easy unload/load from your vehicle to and from your room. Be sure to bring something to eat. Options are very limited. But there is a fridge and microwave in the lodge rooms. I’d send my friends here. Highly recommend.
No better place to stay at this national park. It is close to the dunes, very clean, and comfortable. Easy park, easy unload/load from your vehicle to and from your room. Be sure to bring something to eat. Options are very limited. But there is a fridge and microwave in the lodge rooms. I’d send my friends here. Highly recommend.
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Yue
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in a dome. No frill but met our needs. Very clean and staff was friendly and helpful. There were only two power outlets in the dome and both were used for the light and AC. Consider bringing a power strip. Bathroom was clean and had shampoo etc in them. You bring towels from the dome. There were 6-7 domes/tents, maybe 4-5 occupied, sharing 3 bathrooms and we never had to wait. Breakfast was pretty good with waffles, muffins, toasts, bagels, cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit cups, etc. You can also rent a sand board at the office. Overall a nice experience.
We stayed in a dome. No frill but met our needs. Very clean and staff was friendly and helpful. There were only two power outlets in the dome and both were used for the light and AC. Consider bringing a power strip. Bathroom was clean and had shampoo etc in them. You bring towels from the dome. There were 6-7 domes/tents, maybe 4-5 occupied, sharing 3 bathrooms and we never had to wait. Breakfast was pretty good with waffles, muffins, toasts, bagels, cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit cups, etc. You can also rent a sand board at the office. Overall a nice experience.
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Hanh
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything is exactly as described and pictured. There are 3 shared bathrooms for 7 domes. The bathrooms are extremely clean. The dunes are visible from our deck. Great value!
Everything is exactly as described and pictured. There are 3 shared bathrooms for 7 domes. The bathrooms are extremely clean. The dunes are visible from our deck. Great value!
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Shannon
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in one of the Geodesik domes and it was so fun. The inside walls are padded which makes in so peaceful. The windows in the dome make it so it’s not claustrophobic. It rained during the night and the sound of the rain on the dome was so relaxing, we slept great. The bathrooms were nearby and they were very clean and accommodating. This is a great location for visiting the sand dunes. What a great national park! Really nice visitors center with very nice staff.
We stayed in one of the Geodesik domes and it was so fun. The inside walls are padded which makes in so peaceful. The windows in the dome make it so it’s not claustrophobic. It rained during the night and the sound of the rain on the dome was so relaxing, we slept great. The bathrooms were nearby and they were very clean and accommodating. This is a great location for visiting the sand dunes. What a great national park! Really nice visitors center with very nice staff.
10
Justin
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's pretty much the only option for indoor lodging near Great Sand Dunes...but luckily it's a great one! Clean, comfortable, and lots of little thoughtful touches like the sheltered, well-appointed grill area.
It's pretty much the only option for indoor lodging near Great Sand Dunes...but luckily it's a great one! Clean, comfortable, and lots of little thoughtful touches like the sheltered, well-appointed grill area.
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Gregory
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There is NO pool.
There is NO pool.
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Timothy
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a hotel near Great Sand Dunes National Park. This is the only one for 30 miles so price per night reflects that. Room was clean had great view of the dunes from walkout patio. Breakfast is grab and go, but doesn't open until 730 am which is not good if you are trying to leave early for the park. We arrived back to hotel from park about 8 pm on Friday night and restaurant was closed. Good thing we had food with us.
We needed a hotel near Great Sand Dunes National Park. This is the only one for 30 miles so price per night reflects that. Room was clean had great view of the dunes from walkout patio. Breakfast is grab and go, but doesn't open until 730 am which is not good if you are trying to leave early for the park. We arrived back to hotel from park about 8 pm on Friday night and restaurant was closed. Good thing we had food with us.
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Amanda
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
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Lorraine
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location at foot of the Great Sand Dunes. Rooms are simple but very clean with comfy beds, lots of towels and Dive toiletries. Minutes away from tge Oasis where you can get an excellent meal. Very good value and view of the dunes can't be beat.
Great location at foot of the Great Sand Dunes. Rooms are simple but very clean with comfy beds, lots of towels and Dive toiletries. Minutes away from tge Oasis where you can get an excellent meal. Very good value and view of the dunes can't be beat.
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Christopher
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As close as you can get to Great Dunes. Surprising breakfast bar for a motel has a waffle machine. Motel rents sand sleds and store at the bottom of the drive rents sand boards.
As close as you can get to Great Dunes. Surprising breakfast bar for a motel has a waffle machine. Motel rents sand sleds and store at the bottom of the drive rents sand boards.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many rooms, domes, and bathhouses are reported very clean, but there are recurring complaints about insects, missed trash, and occasional unclean areas.
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Yong
26 Oct 2024
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There were mouse droppings at the entrance to our room, as well as a mouse trap.
There were mouse droppings at the entrance to our room, as well as a mouse trap.
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Pamela
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was full of gnats. The front desk did give me some spray which helped.
Room was full of gnats. The front desk did give me some spray which helped.
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Caroline
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When we checked in to our room, we noticed sand. Under closer inspection, we saw numerous food crumbs and then toenail clippings-yes gross toenail clippings. We borrowed a broom and dudtpan
When we checked in to our room, we noticed sand. Under closer inspection, we saw numerous food crumbs and then toenail clippings-yes gross toenail clippings. We borrowed a broom and dudtpan
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Barbara
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
La chambre était superbe et le personnel sympathique mais les gels douches étaient vides, la poubelle n’avait pas été vidée.
La chambre était superbe et le personnel sympathique mais les gels douches étaient vides, la poubelle n’avait pas été vidée.
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Leanna
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly. Room was clean apart from the thousands of dead insects in the drawers, in the slider rails, corners and on the two insect strips hanging in the room. Room would benefit from a screen slider so people could open up the window at night without the entire deserts bugs coming in. (Dead were there when I arrived) pretty hard to swallow a $300 bill for one night with all the dead bugs in the room. Loved the hummingbirds
Staff were very friendly. Room was clean apart from the thousands of dead insects in the drawers, in the slider rails, corners and on the two insect strips hanging in the room. Room would benefit from a screen slider so people could open up the window at night without the entire deserts bugs coming in. (Dead were there when I arrived) pretty hard to swallow a $300 bill for one night with all the dead bugs in the room. Loved the hummingbirds
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Crystal
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff. Really clean dome and bathroom. I didnt love going out at 4am to use the restroom, but I did enjoy seeing all the stars I couldn't see earlier due to cloud cover. Tried the geodome since it was the only place i could find right outside the national park that was reasonably priced. Comfy bed. Breakfast layout was wonderful!
Very nice staff. Really clean dome and bathroom. I didnt love going out at 4am to use the restroom, but I did enjoy seeing all the stars I couldn't see earlier due to cloud cover. Tried the geodome since it was the only place i could find right outside the national park that was reasonably priced. Comfy bed. Breakfast layout was wonderful!
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Ilona
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked that a grab and go breakfast was offered. The only restaurant near the lodge was closed for the season.
Room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked that a grab and go breakfast was offered. The only restaurant near the lodge was closed for the season.
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Susan
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a unique place with a wonderful view of the Great Sand Dunes. Our room was clean and comfortable. The closest restaurants were 30 minutes away, so plan accordingly.
This was a unique place with a wonderful view of the Great Sand Dunes. Our room was clean and comfortable. The closest restaurants were 30 minutes away, so plan accordingly.
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Shierly
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
there is no soap. you cant lock the bathroom coz the knob is damaged. there is still garbage under the sink fr the previous occupant. lots of fruit flies in the sink. u hv to drive 45 min to the town to get dinner. but thats is ok. cleanliness is the problem.
there is no soap. you cant lock the bathroom coz the knob is damaged. there is still garbage under the sink fr the previous occupant. lots of fruit flies in the sink. u hv to drive 45 min to the town to get dinner. but thats is ok. cleanliness is the problem.
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Kristina
8 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and super fun to stay in a geodesic tent!!!
Very clean and super fun to stay in a geodesic tent!!!
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Rooms
Rooms and unique accommodations (domes and trailers) are simple and sometimes dated, with great views and some spacious layouts. Comfort varies, with hard or awkwardly placed beds and occasional noise from thin walls or AC units.
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Kayla
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Fairly good for dark skies. Rooms are older and not very luxurious, recent bathroom finish upgrades, but the proximity to the Great Sand Dunes can't be beat. Breakfast is simple but included. Beds extremely hard, might as well have camped and slept on the ground in this regard.
Fairly good for dark skies. Rooms are older and not very luxurious, recent bathroom finish upgrades, but the proximity to the Great Sand Dunes can't be beat. Breakfast is simple but included. Beds extremely hard, might as well have camped and slept on the ground in this regard.
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Amy
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing location and clean rooms! A bit tight in 1 room for 4 ppl, but if you’re only there for 1-2 nights it’s worth the squeeze for the location. Breakfast was helpful but not many options, so if you’re particular bring your own food. One call out is that in a standard two queen room one bed is smashed up against the wall AC unit. We left it off bc it was cool so wasn’t an issue, but if hot I would imagine someone wouldn’t sleep well having the unit blowing in your face the whole night.
Amazing location and clean rooms! A bit tight in 1 room for 4 ppl, but if you’re only there for 1-2 nights it’s worth the squeeze for the location. Breakfast was helpful but not many options, so if you’re particular bring your own food. One call out is that in a standard two queen room one bed is smashed up against the wall AC unit. We left it off bc it was cool so wasn’t an issue, but if hot I would imagine someone wouldn’t sleep well having the unit blowing in your face the whole night.
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Deborah
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
If you want to stay close to the dunes, this is probably the best and only choice. The property is undergoing renovation and we were in a recently renovated room. Positive - the patio and the view. Not really negative but odd - the room. Clean, but odd choices in decor. Sockets and light on only one side of bed, open electric box, large makeup type mirror in bath that was glaring and you couldn't really see well, fake brick on shower walls that didn't have all the plastic protective covering removed, shower head was meh, no hooks at all in bath for hanging towels. I could go on. Breakfast was "grab and go" and you took it on trays back to the room. It was just ok. There is a restaurant - the Oasis - down the hill. It is excellent and the only one in decent driving distance. Again, nothing terrible, but you are definitely paying for the view and not the room niceties.
If you want to stay close to the dunes, this is probably the best and only choice. The property is undergoing renovation and we were in a recently renovated room. Positive - the patio and the view. Not really negative but odd - the room. Clean, but odd choices in decor. Sockets and light on only one side of bed, open electric box, large makeup type mirror in bath that was glaring and you couldn't really see well, fake brick on shower walls that didn't have all the plastic protective covering removed, shower head was meh, no hooks at all in bath for hanging towels. I could go on. Breakfast was "grab and go" and you took it on trays back to the room. It was just ok. There is a restaurant - the Oasis - down the hill. It is excellent and the only one in decent driving distance. Again, nothing terrible, but you are definitely paying for the view and not the room niceties.
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Lucy
23 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The view is superb. The walls are thin but luckily everyone’s asleep by 10
The view is superb. The walls are thin but luckily everyone’s asleep by 10
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Doug
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms very dated and worn for the price. But the patio overlooking the valley and surrounding mountains and dunes were priceless.
Rooms very dated and worn for the price. But the patio overlooking the valley and surrounding mountains and dunes were priceless.
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Jessica
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little lodge. Rooms are large with multiple amenities. Close to the national park. Nice views of the Dunes from our patio.
Great little lodge. Rooms are large with multiple amenities. Close to the national park. Nice views of the Dunes from our patio.
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Fernando
7 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great experience. Large, clean rooms, Dove amenities, full refrigerator. The best point is being in the park and having the view of the Great Sand Dunes from the room's balcony. Great for stargazing also.
Great experience. Large, clean rooms, Dove amenities, full refrigerator. The best point is being in the park and having the view of the Great Sand Dunes from the room's balcony. Great for stargazing also.
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Paul
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very basic, but very clean and in good condition. Nice little patio with great view of the dunes. Nice breakfast area, with good variety of take and go choices.
Very basic, but very clean and in good condition. Nice little patio with great view of the dunes. Nice breakfast area, with good variety of take and go choices.
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Sharmila
31 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overpriced motel, bed was uncomfortable, room are really outdated and not very clean, at breakfast they dont have any plant based milk or options so if you are plant based please get your own food and milks. Did not sleep thr 2 nights we stayed here. Very uncomfortable mattress and pillows...they charge whatever they feel like for the great location
Overpriced motel, bed was uncomfortable, room are really outdated and not very clean, at breakfast they dont have any plant based milk or options so if you are plant based please get your own food and milks. Did not sleep thr 2 nights we stayed here. Very uncomfortable mattress and pillows...they charge whatever they feel like for the great location
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Lydie
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This motel is very close to the sand dunes. Wonderful view from the room. There is a nice covered patio that opens to a large field. This was great for seeing the stars. We booked the deluxe king. It had 2 sofa beds. The room was a really nice size. I removed a star because the sofa pullout beds were the most uncomfortable beds I have ever experienced (and my expectations are really low on this front.) They were all springs. Even sitting on it for a short time hurt. So, I recommend packing toppers or a sleeping bag for the kids to place on top of the mattresses if you’ll be using the pullouts. The breakfast was great. Kids and hubby loved the waffles. They rent sand sleds which was super convenient. You have to pass the lodge on the way out of the park so it could not be more convenient. They even have several types of sleds to choose from. Overall, I loved the motel. You check yourself in and out on your phone which I appreciated. The park is only a short drive away.
This motel is very close to the sand dunes. Wonderful view from the room. There is a nice covered patio that opens to a large field. This was great for seeing the stars. We booked the deluxe king. It had 2 sofa beds. The room was a really nice size. I removed a star because the sofa pullout beds were the most uncomfortable beds I have ever experienced (and my expectations are really low on this front.) They were all springs. Even sitting on it for a short time hurt. So, I recommend packing toppers or a sleeping bag for the kids to place on top of the mattresses if you’ll be using the pullouts. The breakfast was great. Kids and hubby loved the waffles. They rent sand sleds which was super convenient. You have to pass the lodge on the way out of the park so it could not be more convenient. They even have several types of sleds to choose from. Overall, I loved the motel. You check yourself in and out on your phone which I appreciated. The park is only a short drive away.
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Service
Staff are frequently friendly and helpful with smooth check-in, but some guests encountered rude or unresponsive service and miscommunication about hours. Overall service can be inconsistent.
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Mike
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ended up arriving well after check in. Notified them ahead of time, they left us a key in a safe. Totally smooth, no problems. Very nice, clean, secluded. Top notch!
Ended up arriving well after check in. Notified them ahead of time, they left us a key in a safe. Totally smooth, no problems. Very nice, clean, secluded. Top notch!
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Christine
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved being right outside Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. It was the most convenient place for my needs, the breakfast options are as terrific as the staff. Every staff member I came across was friendly and welcoming. It was important to me to have a dog friendly spot, and they are. There's even a lovely cat on the premises, his name is Peppermint, and if you're an animal person, I hope you get to meet him.
I loved being right outside Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. It was the most convenient place for my needs, the breakfast options are as terrific as the staff. Every staff member I came across was friendly and welcoming. It was important to me to have a dog friendly spot, and they are. There's even a lovely cat on the premises, his name is Peppermint, and if you're an animal person, I hope you get to meet him.
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Maynor
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, but poor customer service, tv didn't work, coffe/tea maker defective, etc.
Great location, but poor customer service, tv didn't work, coffe/tea maker defective, etc.
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Robert
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rudest staff I have ever encountered.
Rudest staff I have ever encountered.
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Jennifer
29 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a very poor experience at this hotel. The staff was not friendly and didn’t offer much hospitality when I had questions about food options in the area. The front desk staff honestly acted as if they could care less. There were various bugs and crickets coming in under the front door and up the drains each night and the walls were so thin I could hear conversations from the room next door to me. My room was located in front of the ice machine and next to the maids storage. Both of these areas were very noisy. The only thing good to say about this hotel is the location in proximity to the sand dunes and the views, but I would not stay here again for almost $200 a night.
I had a very poor experience at this hotel. The staff was not friendly and didn’t offer much hospitality when I had questions about food options in the area. The front desk staff honestly acted as if they could care less. There were various bugs and crickets coming in under the front door and up the drains each night and the walls were so thin I could hear conversations from the room next door to me. My room was located in front of the ice machine and next to the maids storage. Both of these areas were very noisy. The only thing good to say about this hotel is the location in proximity to the sand dunes and the views, but I would not stay here again for almost $200 a night.
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Rolland
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
there was no internet and the tv did not work. no one would come to check on why these things would not work or offer any help.
there was no internet and the tv did not work. no one would come to check on why these things would not work or offer any help.
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Don
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Surrounding Great Sand Dunes was very convenient. The hummingbird feeders near our room, was one of the highlights as there were many birds so close to us, as we looked over the sand dune backdrop. Hostess at front desk filled the feeders up as soon as we told her they are running out of feeder food. The restaurant just down the hill was excellent, with great staff and great food. We had a great time staying at the Great Sand Dune Lodge.
Surrounding Great Sand Dunes was very convenient. The hummingbird feeders near our room, was one of the highlights as there were many birds so close to us, as we looked over the sand dune backdrop. Hostess at front desk filled the feeders up as soon as we told her they are running out of feeder food. The restaurant just down the hill was excellent, with great staff and great food. We had a great time staying at the Great Sand Dune Lodge.
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Ron
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The girl who started checking us in stopped to have a long conversation with another guest. I have had some health problems and was very tired from a long drive. We finally left with the key without the WiFi password which wasn’t posted in the room. She was very inconsiderate and used poor judgment. She could have completed our business in a few moments then attended to the other guest.
The girl who started checking us in stopped to have a long conversation with another guest. I have had some health problems and was very tired from a long drive. We finally left with the key without the WiFi password which wasn’t posted in the room. She was very inconsiderate and used poor judgment. She could have completed our business in a few moments then attended to the other guest.
10
Amanda
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
10
John
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly and helpful
Staff was friendly and helpful
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Location
Unbeatable location just outside Great Sand Dunes National Park with sweeping views and minimal drive time. The setting is remote, so food and services often require a long drive and hours can be limited.
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Dena
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
LOCATION is the reason to choose this lodging! You have your own view of the dunes! Its so easy to wake up and get into the park without driving miles! The bed was comfortable, breakfast was sufficient, and the staff were very pleasant! It is a complex with small restaurant, store, and a campground.
LOCATION is the reason to choose this lodging! You have your own view of the dunes! Its so easy to wake up and get into the park without driving miles! The bed was comfortable, breakfast was sufficient, and the staff were very pleasant! It is a complex with small restaurant, store, and a campground.
10
Paul
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is everything in this case. Sitting right on the edge of the Great Sand Dunes National Park, this place offers the closest view of the dunes and mountains from the room’s patio. Other than camping in the park, this is the only good option. We loved sitting on the patio with a glass of wine watching the sunset as it cast shadows in the dunes. The room was comfortable and clean. Sad to say the only dinner option was a cheese Papa Murphy’s pizza to take back to our room. Oh well, we weren’t going to drive a long way to a restaurant somewhere. Breakfast was included: adequate choices of grab and go items - muffins, toasted bagel, hard boiled eggs, make your own waffles, yogurt, coffee, juice. Again we sat on the patio watching the dunes change as the sun rose. We had a great time here!
Location is everything in this case. Sitting right on the edge of the Great Sand Dunes National Park, this place offers the closest view of the dunes and mountains from the room’s patio. Other than camping in the park, this is the only good option. We loved sitting on the patio with a glass of wine watching the sunset as it cast shadows in the dunes. The room was comfortable and clean. Sad to say the only dinner option was a cheese Papa Murphy’s pizza to take back to our room. Oh well, we weren’t going to drive a long way to a restaurant somewhere. Breakfast was included: adequate choices of grab and go items - muffins, toasted bagel, hard boiled eggs, make your own waffles, yogurt, coffee, juice. Again we sat on the patio watching the dunes change as the sun rose. We had a great time here!
10
SUZANNE
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with short drive to Great Sand Dunes. Great view! Very quiet. Comfortable room. Easy to rent sand sleds for a day in the park. We drove 25 minutes to Alamosa for dinner.
Great location with short drive to Great Sand Dunes. Great view! Very quiet. Comfortable room. Easy to rent sand sleds for a day in the park. We drove 25 minutes to Alamosa for dinner.
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Eugene
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The best thing about the lodge is its proximity to Great Sand Dunes National Park. It is by far the lodging closest to the park. Scenery is gorgeous. There are very few dining options near the lodge. Pizza was available for purchase from the lodge office until 6 or 7pm.
The best thing about the lodge is its proximity to Great Sand Dunes National Park. It is by far the lodging closest to the park. Scenery is gorgeous. There are very few dining options near the lodge. Pizza was available for purchase from the lodge office until 6 or 7pm.
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Sarah
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s the only place to stay near the park so you get what you get. It’s old and expensive but the park is right around the corner. The one thing I wish they would do is make breakfast start earlier. When people do National Parks, they are usually up early, but breakfast didn’t start till too late for us.
It’s the only place to stay near the park so you get what you get. It’s old and expensive but the park is right around the corner. The one thing I wish they would do is make breakfast start earlier. When people do National Parks, they are usually up early, but breakfast didn’t start till too late for us.
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Timothy
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a hotel near Great Sand Dunes National Park. This is the only one for 30 miles so price per night reflects that. Room was clean had great view of the dunes from walkout patio. Breakfast is grab and go, but doesn't open until 730 am which is not good if you are trying to leave early for the park. We arrived back to hotel from park about 8 pm on Friday night and restaurant was closed. Good thing we had food with us.
We needed a hotel near Great Sand Dunes National Park. This is the only one for 30 miles so price per night reflects that. Room was clean had great view of the dunes from walkout patio. Breakfast is grab and go, but doesn't open until 730 am which is not good if you are trying to leave early for the park. We arrived back to hotel from park about 8 pm on Friday night and restaurant was closed. Good thing we had food with us.
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Andrea
7 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was simple but spacious and had everything we needed. The complementary to-go breakfast offered way more foods than expected which was great! The close location to the Sand Dunes made visiting the park easy!
The room was simple but spacious and had everything we needed. The complementary to-go breakfast offered way more foods than expected which was great! The close location to the Sand Dunes made visiting the park easy!
8
Cheryl
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location if visiting Great Sand Dune National Park.
Perfect location if visiting Great Sand Dune National Park.
10
Janice
18 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Make sure to bring ready to eat food nothing around the vicinity.
Make sure to bring ready to eat food nothing around the vicinity.
10
Mahnoor
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's a lovely property to stay at in the park. You get the view of the dunes from your room. But before you come in, make sure to bring food with you because the closest option is an hour away from the place. Otherwise, really nice place to stay
It's a lovely property to stay at in the park. You get the view of the dunes from your room. But before you come in, make sure to bring food with you because the closest option is an hour away from the place. Otherwise, really nice place to stay
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Dining
Grab-and-go breakfast offers waffles and similar items; it’s basic and starts later than many park-goers prefer. Nearby dining is scarce or seasonal, though the lodge sells pizza early evening, so many guests bring food.
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Paul
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is everything in this case. Sitting right on the edge of the Great Sand Dunes National Park, this place offers the closest view of the dunes and mountains from the room’s patio. Other than camping in the park, this is the only good option. We loved sitting on the patio with a glass of wine watching the sunset as it cast shadows in the dunes. The room was comfortable and clean. Sad to say the only dinner option was a cheese Papa Murphy’s pizza to take back to our room. Oh well, we weren’t going to drive a long way to a restaurant somewhere. Breakfast was included: adequate choices of grab and go items - muffins, toasted bagel, hard boiled eggs, make your own waffles, yogurt, coffee, juice. Again we sat on the patio watching the dunes change as the sun rose. We had a great time here!
Location is everything in this case. Sitting right on the edge of the Great Sand Dunes National Park, this place offers the closest view of the dunes and mountains from the room’s patio. Other than camping in the park, this is the only good option. We loved sitting on the patio with a glass of wine watching the sunset as it cast shadows in the dunes. The room was comfortable and clean. Sad to say the only dinner option was a cheese Papa Murphy’s pizza to take back to our room. Oh well, we weren’t going to drive a long way to a restaurant somewhere. Breakfast was included: adequate choices of grab and go items - muffins, toasted bagel, hard boiled eggs, make your own waffles, yogurt, coffee, juice. Again we sat on the patio watching the dunes change as the sun rose. We had a great time here!
8
GEETA
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous views of the Dunes Great service Will book again Only thing was breakfast was to go option and not much variety
Gorgeous views of the Dunes Great service Will book again Only thing was breakfast was to go option and not much variety
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Trudy
15 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
As this location is very remote, we appreciated the ability to purchase pizza for dinner. Plan to have eaten or be willing to drive a good distance for meals. Prices seem high for what you get but it's understandable as it's so remote and conveniently located next to the park. Met my needs.
As this location is very remote, we appreciated the ability to purchase pizza for dinner. Plan to have eaten or be willing to drive a good distance for meals. Prices seem high for what you get but it's understandable as it's so remote and conveniently located next to the park. Met my needs.
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Sarah
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s the only place to stay near the park so you get what you get. It’s old and expensive but the park is right around the corner. The one thing I wish they would do is make breakfast start earlier. When people do National Parks, they are usually up early, but breakfast didn’t start till too late for us.
It’s the only place to stay near the park so you get what you get. It’s old and expensive but the park is right around the corner. The one thing I wish they would do is make breakfast start earlier. When people do National Parks, they are usually up early, but breakfast didn’t start till too late for us.
10
Amanda
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
Staff were friendly and check in/out was quick. We stayed in the dome. Nights were cool so there was a heater (air conditioner for summer). Bath houses were clean and they provided towels and mat in the dome. The lobby had pizza for dinner (Papa Murphy's and an oven to cook it in). Must be cooked by 7pm when office closes. Breakfast was provided with waffles, coffee, tea, single serve pastries, and juice. They also rent sand boards/sleds Can't beat the view! Grounds were pet friendly so my puppers got to walk up through the tent camping area which offered some great views of the dunes.
8
Ilona
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked that a grab and go breakfast was offered. The only restaurant near the lodge was closed for the season.
Room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked that a grab and go breakfast was offered. The only restaurant near the lodge was closed for the season.
8
David
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room is clean and comfortable but pretty basic considering the cost. The grab and go breakfast is also pretty poor. But it is all about the location - you are paying for the proximity to Great Sand Dunes National Park and the view of the dunes from your room. The huge downside is that there is nowhere for dinner. We wrongly believed that the nearby Oasis restaurant (unconnected to the lodge) was open till 7pm until the end of September but it closed at 4pm. The lodge should know this and make it clear to guests.
The room is clean and comfortable but pretty basic considering the cost. The grab and go breakfast is also pretty poor. But it is all about the location - you are paying for the proximity to Great Sand Dunes National Park and the view of the dunes from your room. The huge downside is that there is nowhere for dinner. We wrongly believed that the nearby Oasis restaurant (unconnected to the lodge) was open till 7pm until the end of September but it closed at 4pm. The lodge should know this and make it clear to guests.
10
Andrea
7 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was simple but spacious and had everything we needed. The complementary to-go breakfast offered way more foods than expected which was great! The close location to the Sand Dunes made visiting the park easy!
The room was simple but spacious and had everything we needed. The complementary to-go breakfast offered way more foods than expected which was great! The close location to the Sand Dunes made visiting the park easy!
10
Janice
18 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Make sure to bring ready to eat food nothing around the vicinity.
Make sure to bring ready to eat food nothing around the vicinity.
8
Irmalilia
21 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the view from our patio. Conveniently located to the Great Sand Dunes National Park. You need to drive up a gravel road to reach the lodge. The lobby did not open until 8am and there were a few of us waiting to grab our breakfast and coffees. Coffee was good, however the breakfast was just waffles, cereal and muffins. Would have loved some eggs and other savory choices for the price we paid.
We loved the view from our patio. Conveniently located to the Great Sand Dunes National Park. You need to drive up a gravel road to reach the lodge. The lobby did not open until 8am and there were a few of us waiting to grab our breakfast and coffees. Coffee was good, however the breakfast was just waffles, cereal and muffins. Would have loved some eggs and other savory choices for the price we paid.
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Brooke
last week
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Stayed 1 night
It says they have a pool on the front page, but they don't have a pool, so that needs to be changed asap.
It says they have a pool on the front page, but they don't have a pool, so that needs to be changed asap.
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Dianna
last week
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Stayed 1 night
The view of the Great Sands National Park is wonderful. It was great to sit on the back patio and watch the sunset.
The view of the Great Sands National Park is wonderful. It was great to sit on the back patio and watch the sunset.
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Alan
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Loved our quick stay here. I just wish we could've spent more time. The views and great and the cat roaming around was super sweet.
Loved our quick stay here. I just wish we could've spent more time. The views and great and the cat roaming around was super sweet.
10
Emmanuel
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
10/10 for us, really happy with the stay and the views were amazing
10/10 for us, really happy with the stay and the views were amazing
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John
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
This place was absolutely wonderful. My fiancé and I stayed here. This place was beautiful and I would stay here again. The views are incredible
This place was absolutely wonderful. My fiancé and I stayed here. This place was beautiful and I would stay here again. The views are incredible
FAQs about Great Sand Dunes Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and bathrooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is a 2-minute drive from Great Sand Dunes National Park and 10 minutes from the Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center. It is approximately 4.9 miles from Pinyon Flats Campground and High Dune.
Is there a swimming pool at the property?
The property has an outdoor pool, but it is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. It is also closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not provide information about extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for specific requests.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-17: 179.80047684860227USD
- 2026-09-18: 136.37761589012146USD
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- 2026-09-24: 129.86478671264646USD
- 2026-09-25: 158.7527300514221USD
- 2026-09-26: 130.50431835479736USD
- 2026-09-27: 128.08665139045715USD
- 2026-09-28: 109.6393662563324USD
- 2026-09-29: 102.12609656524657USD
- 2026-09-30: 136.57765140266417USD
- 2026-10-01: 117.88689126777648USD
- 2026-10-02: 122.08852229919432USD
- 2026-10-03: 116.49061323852538USD
- 2026-10-04: 111.64441067276USD
- 2026-10-05: 99.44533846321106USD
- 2026-10-06: 98.20191379051208USD
- 2026-10-07: 99.90474874076843USD
- 2026-10-08: 121.32343160362242USD
- 2026-10-09: 116.6629687866211USD
- 2026-10-10: 120.09833460845947USD
- 2026-10-11: 120.25147721099853USD
- 2026-10-12: 111.89967463874817USD
- 2026-10-13: 98.98534969367981USD
- 2026-10-14: 113.67244576263427USD
- 2026-10-15: 120.71030023155211USD
- 2026-10-16: 114.13184727516173USD
- 2026-10-17: 114.13184727516173USD
- 2026-10-18: 0.9483998604565859USD
- 2026-10-19: 120.09833460845947USD
- 2026-10-20: 120.55716639404297USD
- 2026-10-21: 120.62412245750427USD
- 2026-10-22: 119.63951158790587USD
- 2026-10-23: 120.25147721099853USD
- 2026-10-24: 121.78108887519835USD
- 2026-10-25: 120.62412245750427USD
- 2026-10-26: 120.25147721099853USD
- 2026-10-27: 120.25147721099853USD
- 2026-10-28: 120.62412245750427USD
- 2026-10-29: 120.71030023155211USD
- 2026-10-30: 134.4797414943695USD
- 2026-10-31: 134.988647895813USD
- 2026-11-01: 98.83279434814453USD
- 2026-11-02: 98.98534969367981USD
- 2026-11-03: 97.15295007133483USD
- 2026-11-04: 97.91804953193665USD
- 2026-11-05: 99.33645049667358USD
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- 2026-11-07: 99.2130125804901USD
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- 2026-11-09: 96.54099321327209USD
- 2026-11-10: 99.2130125804901USD
- 2026-11-11: 98.96011517257689USD
- 2026-11-12: 98.83279434814453USD
- 2026-11-13: 97.91804953193665USD
- 2026-11-14: 99.33645049667358USD
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The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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