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Slackwater Inn

2.0 star property
Unwind by the river at this charming motel where pets are welcome and adventure awaits.

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By the river, Slackwater Inn offers a cozy retreat with a firepit for chilly evenings. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy extended parking, an off-leash area for pets, snow sports gear rentals, and pet-sitting services. The 24-hour front desk is always ready to help.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Premium Double Room, Mountain View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Premium Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Outdoor play area
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Mountain view

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Premium Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Premium Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Outdoor play area
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Mountain view

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, rollaway beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Outdoor play area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, Hulu, streaming services

Apartment

Highlights

Yard
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Mountain view

About the neighborhood

Located in Buena Vista, Slackwater Inn is on a river. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cottonwood Hot Springs and Mountain Spirit Winery. Take in the nearby slopes with a ski area and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Buena Vista travel guide
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12845 US Hwy 24/285, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

What's nearby

  • Arkansas River Sunrise High dynamic Range Shot
    Arkansas River
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • This view just never gets old. The Collegiate Peaks Overlook on US 285 coming in to Buena Vista in Colorado.
    Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
    2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rapids and Boulders on The Arkansas River, Buena Vista, Colorado, USA
    Buena Vista River Park
    4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Fountain at Ojo Caliente Hot Springs
    Cottonwood Hot Springs
    13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Monarch Ski Area outside Salida in the Colorado Rocky Mountains
    Monarch Ski Area
    44 min drive - 77.9 km

Getting around

  • Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stedman's Ice Cream
    3 min drive
  • Coyote Mezcaleria Y Cerveceria
    5 min drive
  • Chocolatte
    4 min drive
  • Station 24 Cafe
    10 min walk
  • Cool River Cafe
    4 min drive

About this property

Slackwater Inn

Motel by the river
Slackwater Inn provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • An off-leash area, snow sports gear, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-sitting services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping available once per stay (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Low-height door lock
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fees vary based on length of stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 20.00 per week
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Slackwater Inn Motel
Slackwater Inn Buena Vista
Slackwater Inn Motel Buena Vista

Frequently asked questions

Is Slackwater Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Slackwater Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Slackwater Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slackwater Inn located?

Situated on a river, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Arkansas River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista Heritage Museum. Buena Vista River Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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