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A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a wooden door leading to a bathroom with a shower and a small wooden stool.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

A modern kitchen with a skylight, wooden beams, and a dining area with a glass table and white chairs.

A hostel with large windows and a sign reading "Colores Bike Hostel".

1. Dolores Bike Hostel

< 0.1 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Enrique

AED 408

AED 446 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A backyard with a volleyball net, a house, and a large tree.

Outdoor seating with colorful chairs and a garden with various plants.

A bedroom with a colorful bedspread, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

A bakery display with various types of bread and pastries, including bagels and muffins, labeled for easy identification.

2. Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

14.7 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Eileen

AED 317

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A self-service snack area with a 'Treats' sign, refrigerated drinks, and a variety of snacks and sundries.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door leading to another room.

An outdoor patio with a glass table and blue cushioned seating.

3. Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

14.6 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Michael

AED 325

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, TV, minibar, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious dining area with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a dining area, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez

14 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

carrie

AED 215

AED 236 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A lodge with a stone exterior, wooden deck, and a pond in front.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden shelves with books, a clock, and a sign that reads "Friends & Family Gather Here".

A spacious kitchen with a wooden table, large windows, and a rustic ceiling.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a recliner, and a chandelier. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a dining table.

5. Starry Nights Ranch Bed & Breakfast

18.1 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Fiona

AED 1,094

AED 1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with multiple levels of balconies, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a carpeted floor.

An outdoor deck with a dining area, wicker furniture, and a view of a multi-story building with brickwork and balconies.

6. Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

14.7 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Ercin

AED 311

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with red sofas, a patterned carpet, and a balcony with wooden railings.

A bedroom with bunk beds, a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sign that reads "FORT HOLIDAY".

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

A cozy lounge area with a central round table, red sofas, and a patterned carpet.

7. Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

14.7 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Brad

AED 290

AED 318 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a coffee table with books. A wooden cabinet and a television are visible in the background.

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

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

8. Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

15 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Ernst

AED 262

AED 287 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

9. Turquoise Inn and Suites Cortez near Mesa Verde

15.4 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Linda

AED 179

AED 196 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a sofa, and a door.

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

A small, private room with a round table, two chairs, a coffee maker, a microwave, a television, and a cabinet with drawers.

A compact kitchen with a sink, coffee maker, and storage cabinets.

10. Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

14.7 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Theresa

AED 203

AED 223 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a polished floor.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows, and a tall pillar.

A Super 8 hotel with a large illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

15.4 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Stephanie

AED 194

AED 212 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A flagpole with an American flag, a parking lot, and a grassy area with a brick border.

A reception area with a counter, a clock, and various informational posters.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and two wall-mounted lamps.

12. Cortez Cozy Inn

16.6 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Wes

AED 333

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A motel with a covered parking area, a sign indicating a 'Caution & Clearance' zone, and a visible entrance with a window.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a small cabinet. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall above the counter.

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

13. Suburban Studios near Mesa Verde

15.1 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Russ

AED 223

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with a turquoise door and window, a sign indicating it is an approved restaurant, and a closed sign on the window.

A row of parked cars in front of a motel with a red awning.

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

A compact living space with a television on a wooden stand, a floral-patterned sofa, a small wooden table, and a bed with a nightstand.

14. National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

15.9 km from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Joel

AED 220

AED 242 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Dolores Bike Hostel	9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews	View
Retro Inn at Mesa Verde	9.6 Exceptional 1,829 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez	8.4 Very good 1,222 reviews	View
Starry Nights Ranch Bed & Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 142 reviews	View

Top Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room with comfortable beds. The breakfast was okay. Place was convenient for Mesa Verde."

Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

10/10 Excellent

"good"

Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

8/10 Good

"It was clean and check in easy. Breakfast was waffles, cereal, muffins coffee orange juice"

Dolores River RV Resort

10/10 Excellent

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

'Dolorable' Home w/ Yard - Walk to River!

10/10 Excellent

"Ideal location for our trip to Dolores to visit family in the area. We all reported very comfortable beds. Nice front porch and back deck. Easy walk to river trail, market, brewery and restaurants. Easy and prompt communication with the owner."

Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay here with our family and dogs. The hosts were very accommodating and the art throughout the home was mesmerizing. 5 stars!!!!"

Mountain View Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Cottage was perfect for what we needed. Quiet, secluded location and even got to see a few mule deer walk past one afternoon! Thanks for the hospitality!"

MESA VERDE CABIN I - Panoramic Views of Mesa Verde!

10/10 Excellent

"Quaint little abode with a great view of the Mesa Verde area. Close enough to town to easily get in and out, far enough to not be noisy!"

Dolores Bike Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to rest! Very comfy"

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Dolores River Brewery

9.2/10 (16 reviews)

You can take time to visit Dolores River Brewery during your travels to Dolores. Amble around this quaint area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A large lake surrounded by forested hills and mountains.

McPhee Lake

8.8/10 (24 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McPhee Lake during your travels in Dolores. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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A person in traditional Native American attire with a feathered headdress and beaded accessories.

Cortez Cultural Center

8.2/10 (90 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Cortez Cultural Center, an entertaining place to visit in Cortez. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Anasazi Heritage Center

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Anasazi Heritage Center during your travels in Dolores. Amble around this quaint area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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McPhee Recreation Area

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at McPhee Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Dolores. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Phil's World North Trailhead

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Phil's World North Trailhead during your travels to Mancos. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez

8.8/10 (116 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez in Cortez. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum?

Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum is located in a welcoming area of Dolores known for its scenic parks and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum?

Adjacent to Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum, Dolores Bike Hostel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Another good option is Dolores River RV Resort, located 0.1 mi (0.1 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum.

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Our top choices for Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum hotels

1. Dolores Bike Hostel

2. Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

3. Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/Cortez

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Cortez

5. Starry Nights Ranch Bed & Breakfast

6. Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

7. Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

8. Quality Inn near Mesa Verde

9. Turquoise Inn and Suites Cortez near Mesa Verde

10. Econo Lodge Cortez near Mesa Verde

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

12. Cortez Cozy Inn

13. Suburban Studios near Mesa Verde

14. National 9 Inn Sand Canyon

Compare popular hotels close to Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Top Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Retro Inn at Mesa Verde

Baymont by Wyndham Cortez

Super 8 by Wyndham Cortez/Mesa Verde Area

Dolores River RV Resort

'Dolorable' Home w/ Yard - Walk to River!

Authentic Colorado! get away from the crowds! 3 acre dog run on 17 acre property

Mountain View Cottage

MESA VERDE CABIN I - Panoramic Views of Mesa Verde!

Dolores Bike Hostel

Other attractions near Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Dolores River Brewery

McPhee Lake

Cortez Cultural Center

Anasazi Heritage Center

McPhee Recreation Area

Phil's World North Trailhead

Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez

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