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A gravel pathway leading to a seating area with colorful Adirondack chairs, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.

A covered outdoor area with wooden pillars, a gravel path, and surrounding greenery.

A garden with various flowers and a small tree.

A bed with a pink bedspread, two pillows, a wall-mounted light fixture, and two bedside tables with lamps.

1. Mancos Inn

12.5 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Brianna

AED 422

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A retro-themed sign for a motel with a vacancy notice.

A public phone booth with a clear glass window, situated in front of a building with a red-tiled roof and a green door.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden nightstand, a bench, and two framed pictures on the walls.

A refrigerator stocked with beverages, including juice cartons and milk cartons, and a glass container with sliced vegetables.

2. Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

13.7 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Eileen

AED 305

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A Days Inn with a two-story brick building, a covered walkway, and a clear blue sky.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a gravel deck.

A covered balcony with a view of a park and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall-mounted artwork depicting a forest scene.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez

13.5 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Matthew

AED 215

AED 228 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A Hampton Inn hotel with a covered entrance, a 15' clearance sign, and a parking area with benches.

A pool area with a pool lift, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a digital screen, and a 'Treat Shop' sign.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and vanity with a mirror.

4. Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

13.5 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Michael

AED 325

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with two pools, one heart-shaped and one rectangular, surrounded by potted plants and chairs.

A building with a brick facade, a covered entrance area, and a well-lit interior.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the walls.

A kitchen with a fruit bowl, a slow cooker, and a coffee maker.

5. Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

13.5 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Robert

AED 304

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with metal beams.

A lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a decorative ceiling.

A buffet area with labeled hot food sections, including cheese, turkey, and sausage.

6. Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

13.6 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Zirong

AED 290

AED 307 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

A parking lot with a Quality Inn and Suburban sign, a covered outdoor seating area, and a building with a green roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A spacious dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows providing natural light.

7. Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

14.7 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Emmy

AED 259

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

8. Turquoise Inn and Suites Cortez near Mesa Verde

15.2 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Michael

AED 169

AED 178 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A motel with a central building, a parking lot, and a road with passing vehicles.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and a barbecue grill, adjacent to a multi-story building with balconies.

A building with a large glass entrance, brick facade, and two potted plants on the sidewalk.

A modern waiting area with grey armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf with magazines.

9. Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

13.8 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Theresa

AED 203

AED 215 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large framed picture of a stream.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a waffle maker, and a coffee machine.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

15.3 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Maria

AED 184

AED 195 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a small wooden dresser, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

A breakfast area with a granite countertop, a waffle maker, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a flat-screen TV, and signs for 'Quality by Choice Hotels' and 'Suburban'.

11. Suburban Studios near Mesa Verde

14.7 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Laura

AED 223

AED 236 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by lounge chairs and a brick deck.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck. There are lounge chairs and a small building with a red roof in the background.

A red building with a sign that reads "VACANCY" and a door labeled "OFFICE".

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

12. Cortez Cozy Inn

16.6 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Valerie

AED 333

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A flagpole with an American flag, a street sign, and a building with a pink facade and blue trim.

Two single beds with patterned bedding, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp between them.

A cozy lobby with a Christmas tree, a sofa, and a small table.

13. National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

16.2 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Joel

AED 220

AED 233 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor deck with a rocking chair, a cushioned chair, and a table.

A narrow stream flowing through a wooded area with dense foliage and trees.

A wooden bridge over a stream in a forested area with a small building in the background.

A forested area with a dirt path and large rocks.

14. Peaceful Mancos Hideaway: Only 1 Mi to Downtown!

15.1 km from Prater Ridge Trail

Tiffany

AED 687

AED 1,196 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Prater Ridge Trail

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mancos Inn	9.2 Wonderful 356 reviews	View
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde	9.6 Exceptional 1,844 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez	8.4 Very good 1,239 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Cortez	8.6 Excellent 1,369 reviews	View

Top Prater Ridge Trail Hotel Reviews

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great motel! Definitely would stay here again themed rooms. Clean, comfortable beds and great breakfast."

Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly and great breakfast with this incredible soup! Very pleased with the stay here!! So close to mesa verde national park!"

Turquoise Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was friendly at check-in and check-out. The room was spacious, quiet and clean. The location felt safe, and it is conveniently on the main road. I would stay here again."

Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

8/10 Good

"hotel is good and close to everywhere"

Far View Lodge

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Good view. Nice breakfast. Pleasant staff."

Cortez RV Resort

8/10 Good

"It is a camping cabin. No frills. Pool was closed as it was end of season. Place was clean but don't expect room service! Haha. My only complaint was that there are fire pits in rather dark places. Have to be careful in the dark. Otherwise it was just what I expected. When my plans changed,the Manager was very helpful and I was able to cancel the rest of my stay with no problems."

Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

8/10 Good

"Nice older hotel fairly well kept. Clean and quiet. Super location. Could use new carpet or flooring. All else good. Good breakfast."

Cozy Swiss chalet with dazzling views 10 minutes from Mesa Verde National Park.

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful spot. Great for access to the park. Torin provided tons of useful information. Clean and extremely well equipped. Mattresses are rather firm, and stair treads are a bit shallow for my size 14 feet, but we would definitely stay again."

Dolores River RV Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Easy check in after-hours. Clean, efficient, and well-maintained"

Other attractions near Prater Ridge Trail

A rocky outcrop with a panoramic view of rugged mountains and valleys.

Knife Edge Trail

9.2/10 (36 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Knife Edge Trail, a lovely green space in Mesa Verde National Park. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Point Lookout Trail

9.2/10 (21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Point Lookout Trail, a lovely green space in Mesa Verde National Park. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A cliffside ancient village with multiple dwellings carved into the rock.

Mesa Verde National Park Entrance

9.6/10 (454 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Mancos. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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A winding road through a mountainous landscape with dense forests and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Park Point

9.6/10 (45 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Mesa Verde National Park when you spend time at Park Point. Wander the area's scenic parks or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A modern building with a glass facade and a wooden structure in front, surrounded by a grassy area with visitors.

Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center

9.4/10 (310 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center, a lovely green space in Mancos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Farming Terraces

8.8/10 (31 reviews)

You can take time to visit Farming Terraces during your travels to Mancos. Wander the area's scenic parks or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Chapin Mesa

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Mesa Verde National Park when you stop by Chapin Mesa. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Prater Ridge Trail?

Prater Ridge Trail is located in a welcoming area of Mesa Verde National Park known for its scenic parks and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Prater Ridge Trail?

Far View Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Prater Ridge Trail. Other good options in the area include Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez and Baymont by Wyndham Cortez.

How many hotels will I find close to Prater Ridge Trail?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Prater Ridge Trail.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Prater Ridge Trail, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Prater Ridge Trail.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Prater Ridge Trail?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Prater Ridge Trail, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Prater Ridge Trail?

Enjoy the outdoors at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center, or Knife Edge Trail. Explore nature at Point Lookout Trail and Park Point. Farming Terraces and Chapin Mesa are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Prater Ridge Trail hotels

1. Mancos Inn

2. Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez

4. Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

5. Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

6. Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

7. Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

8. Turquoise Inn and Suites Cortez near Mesa Verde

9. Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

11. Suburban Studios near Mesa Verde

12. Cortez Cozy Inn

13. National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

14. Peaceful Mancos Hideaway: Only 1 Mi to Downtown!

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Top Prater Ridge Trail Hotel Reviews

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

Turquoise Inn & Suites

Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

Far View Lodge

Cortez RV Resort

Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

Cozy Swiss chalet with dazzling views 10 minutes from Mesa Verde National Park.

Dolores River RV Resort

Other attractions near Prater Ridge Trail

Knife Edge Trail

Point Lookout Trail

Mesa Verde National Park Entrance

Park Point

Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center

Farming Terraces

Chapin Mesa

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