Shadowcliff Mountain Lodge

This place is nothing less than magic. Oh love, if you're planning on visiting the Rockies, Grand Lake or passing through, I would HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend you to spend your time in this amazing place. The people, the location, the views, the community. I wish I could have stayed more, and would love to be back here soon!

I'm a CDT hiker and stayed the night here. Only $25 for the hostel. Great deal for a Colorado tourist town. This place is huge. Right on the mountain side with a helluva view. The lobby is great and even has a fireplace. The staff gave me free dinner leftovers which was awesome. The only downside is no laundry. There's a nice laundromat in town but it's about half a mile away

What an amazing place with a deep and connecting history, being there with the group of men and women for the HIV retreat is something I will cherish forever. The staff is polite, helpful, and kind, and the organizers have got it down. Gotta give a shout out to the Healers as well.

Shadowcliff is a hidden gem above Grand Lake! The views are absolutely breathtaking, and the location — right next to Rocky Mountain National Park — can’t be beat. Whether you're staying in a shared hostel room, a private lodge room, or renting a full cabin, there’s something for everyone at good value. We loved the peaceful balconies with hummingbird feeders, the cozy lounge for making s’mores, and the picnic tables scattered around the property. You can cook your own meals in the guest kitchen or have meals prepared for you — super convenient! Perfect for solo travelers, families, or retreats. It’s not just a place to stay — it’s a place to reconnect, recharge, and take in the beauty of the Rockies.

Beautiful serene location overlooking Grand lake and the North Inlet river. Peaceful quiet and simple, no frills but had all the basic necessities and a low price! Staff are helpful when needed but otherwise it’s quiet and private. Love the spiritual energy and history of this “for the little people” community feel!

I stayed at the Men’s hostel for 3 nights. Loved the vibe of this place. Lodge has got all you need after a long day at Rocky Mountains, beautiful location and authentic common area. It’s a great place to meet hikers. Staff was throughout helpful and active to keep the lodge clean. Grand Lake is peaceful than staying in Estes Park in my opinion.

We were here for a retreat. There is plenty of hiking, walking trails, boating and is is a gorgeous location. The 501c that runs this is top notch.

Absolutely everything you could ask for in a cabin type setting. A variety of housing options. Our group stayed in a cabin that had about 8 separate rooms equipped with a bunk and double bed, dresser, window and heater. We had three floors. The bottom was a dining area, full kitchen, two bathrooms on the first and second floor and a spacious 3rd floor with fire place, lots of seating and beautiful views of mountains and the lake. You have wonderful grounds to walk around where you can here the river flowing. And a 5 minute walk into town where you can find an assortment of food and drink options - supporting local businesses. I’ll definitely be making Grand Lake my annual summer retreat.