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Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida
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9.0 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Explore the area
Howard, CO
- Place, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area13 min walk
- Place, Monarch Ski Area42 min drive
- Place, Royal Gorge Bridge51 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
About this property
Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida
Summary:
A flexible basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This room features two beds, making it ideal for friends, couples who want extra space, or travelers who prefer sleeping flexibility after long days outdoors. Located in the quiet mountain community of Howard, you’ll enjoy dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain — without the crowds.
The Space:
This room offers the same clean, simple comfort as our other basecamp rooms, with added flexibility.
- Two beds with comfortable linens
- Private bathroom
- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker
- Fast Wi-Fi and TV
- Heating & A/C
- Extra floor space for gear and luggage
- Designed for travelers who want options without sacrificing simplicity.
Guest Access:
Private room and bathroom with contactless check-in. Onsite parking directly outside your door.
Guests are welcome to enjoy outdoor seating areas and quiet river-side common spaces.
The Neighborhood:
Howard is a quiet stop along the Arkansas River. Close to Salida without the traffic.
Getting Around:
Drive Times:
- Salida – 15 minutes (restaurants, galleries, shops, hot springs)
- Monarch Mountain Ski Area – 35 minutes
- Cotopaxi – 10 minutes
- Canon City – 35 minutes
- Gunnison Airport (GUC) – 60 minutes
- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3 hours
Interaction with Guests:
Owner lives onsite and is available if needed, but guests enjoy a private, independent stay.
A flexible basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This room features two beds, making it ideal for friends, couples who want extra space, or travelers who prefer sleeping flexibility after long days outdoors. Located in the quiet mountain community of Howard, you’ll enjoy dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain — without the crowds.
The Space:
This room offers the same clean, simple comfort as our other basecamp rooms, with added flexibility.
- Two beds with comfortable linens
- Private bathroom
- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker
- Fast Wi-Fi and TV
- Heating & A/C
- Extra floor space for gear and luggage
- Designed for travelers who want options without sacrificing simplicity.
Guest Access:
Private room and bathroom with contactless check-in. Onsite parking directly outside your door.
Guests are welcome to enjoy outdoor seating areas and quiet river-side common spaces.
The Neighborhood:
Howard is a quiet stop along the Arkansas River. Close to Salida without the traffic.
Getting Around:
Drive Times:
- Salida – 15 minutes (restaurants, galleries, shops, hot springs)
- Monarch Mountain Ski Area – 35 minutes
- Cotopaxi – 10 minutes
- Canon City – 35 minutes
- Gunnison Airport (GUC) – 60 minutes
- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3 hours
Interaction with Guests:
Owner lives onsite and is available if needed, but guests enjoy a private, independent stay.
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Howard
Howard is home to this holiday home. Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery.
Howard, CO
What's nearby
- Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- SteamPlant Theater and Event Center - 18 min drive - 27.6 km
- Salida Golf Club - 19 min drive - 27.2 km
- Monarch Ski Area - 42 min drive - 67.2 km
- Royal Gorge Bridge - 51 min drive - 77.7 km
Restaurants
- Howard’s Cafe - 1 min walk
- Eggie Acres - 1 min walk
- Riverview Cafe - 1 min walk
- Dusty Rose Roadhouse - 1 min walk
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