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Mesa Verde Motel

Located in the historic town of Mancos, Colorado, 7 miles from Mesa Verde National Park sits Mesa Verde Motel – where friendship, adventure and a little bit of wild dreaming come together. Owned by two couples who turned a longtime dream into reality, Mesa Verde Motel blends nostalgic Americana with modern creativity and comfort.

Situated on the San Juan Skyway just a short drive from the Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad and the world-class skiing of Telluride, conveniently close to the Four Corners National Monument and Canyons of the Ancients. This boutique roadside motel is the perfect launchpad for exploring cliff dwellings, mountain trails and vibrant local culture.

With cozy rooms, a fire pit, onsite coffee shop and cocktail lounge, it’s more than a stay – it’s a story. Come experience the magic of Mancos and live your own adventure.

Mesa Verde Motel, in Mancos, CO rated 4.9 on Google

  • We booked a last minute room here on the tail end of a Telluride weekend. The cold autumn wind blew in as we scouted camp spots at Alta Lakes. We enjoyed the view and headed down with thoughts of a warm room and amenities. Thankfully they had a beagle-friendly room left. Mesa Verde Motel has gone above and beyond with convenient and adorable features. The coffee/bar shop serves, mocktails, cocktails and 81301 coffee. The room is stocked with quality snacks and beverages. It is central to Mancos downtown, so it’s easy to ditch your car and roam the town on foot. We had a great time and would absolutely stay here again!

    Kendra Lise Avatar Kendra Lise
    October 21, 2025
  • My Daughter and I were traveling to Mancos for an Art retreat at New Masters Village 4 miles out of town. We came early to take a tour of the Cliff Dwellings. I booked our room 2 weeks before we arrived. I am so glad we did. The room was great, the artwork and signage in the room was terrific especially after a 6.5 hour drive. It made the end of the day special. Everyone was very helpful and the coffee the next morning in the coffee hut was great. Very nice to relax before an intense workshop. Thank You Mesa Verde Motel.

    Vinda G Robison Avatar Vinda G Robison
    October 20, 2025
  • I chose this property because of its location, which is central to Durango, Mesa Verde, Hovenweep and more... The reviews were impressive, and the property lived up to the reviews... and more. So, everything you read in the reviews is true. Spotless rooms, fresh and clean, updated decor, upscale touches and finishes, onsite coffee shop rivals Starbucks - not kidding. At door parking, hip vibe for all ages and perspectives - everyone is welcome. Usually that would be enough... What sets this property apart is not just the excellence described above, but the PASSION FOR EXCELLENCE that the owners - who operate the place personally - bring to the service experience. This is a fabulous retro property that is 5 stars in every way. I travel to the area once or twice a year and this was my first stay at this property and my first stay in Mancos. I will go out of my way to stay here in the future. I can't wait. The property is outstanding... the people who bring it to life every day are the magic. Go!

    DAT In Texas Avatar DAT In Texas
    October 17, 2025
  • My wife and I stayed at the Mesa Verde Motel in early October based on the glowing reviews. We were not disappointed! The 1950's era motel has been lovingly renovated with a great sense of humor and quirky decor. Our room was spotless. The owners are charming. The coffee shop with the hotel property served great lattes. We really enjoyed the quaint town and nice restaurants. Skip the boring chain hotels in nearby Cortez and stay here!

    John Carpenter Avatar John Carpenter
    October 12, 2025
  • We loved our stay here! Wish we could have stayed longer. Super clean, very comfortable beds, quiet, with extras like the fun decor and great towels (my daughter came home and ordered the same towels for her house!). We stayed in many different motels on our road trip around Colorado and this was, hands down, my family's favorite. I hope to be in Mesa Verde again someday and will absolutely stay here.

    Janet Tyler Avatar Janet Tyler
    October 7, 2025
  • My family and I recently stayed at the Mesa Verde Hotel while we were visiting Telluride and the Mesa Verde Cliff Dwellings. It was a great experience. The owners, Sally and Matt were super welcoming and you can tell they have put their heart and soul into making this motel so cute! I loved that they gave us an actual key to the rooms, not a card because those don't always work. The artwork on walls (by Sally) is beautiful and I loved the retro style fridges and microwaves. We opened our windows for some fresh air...very peaceful area. The cafe and bar onsite were nice too...I enjoyed a tequila cocktail the first night and coffee and a SOURDOUGH bagel (from a little bakery in Utah) the next morning. YUM! The night we stayed there we walked down the street to the Cantina to watch football...quick walk to dining options. The motel room itself was clean and we slept well! Be sure to make this your next stay when you're in the area and ask the owners to say hi to their adorable dogs. Thanks Sally and Matt! We'll be back someday! 🙂

    Maggie B Avatar Maggie B
    October 4, 2025
  • This might be our favorite motel in the whole world! What a completely unexpected treasure in this lovely little town. We were headed to Durango, but then someone suggested the Mesa Verde Motel to us and we are so glad we changed out plans. Sarah took such care and creativity with every single detail of the motel. From the great set up for our 2 dogs (complete with dog biscuits and water bowls!) to the stocked fridge full of the bet assortment of drinks, the great coffee set up and the plush towels - no detail was overlooked. Of course the decor is phenomenal. And having the M Bar right made it all so easy. From coffee and protein shakes in the morning to delicious cocktails in the evening, and of course all the great little items for sale - we loved having this resource handy. Mancos is a magical little place and every recommendation that Sarah had for us was fantastic. We are already trying to figure out when we can get back. We feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this place.

    wendy salome Avatar wendy salome
    September 26, 2025
  • We can’t say enough about how amazing this trip was. Our family and friends came for a destination wedding and it was a great adventure! The motel is in a perfect spot to walk to local restaurants and bars. What a fun place, everyone loved the rooms, well equipped, clean, great service. 24 in our group and we all enjoyed the outdoor area, fire pit, and the coffee bar for breakfast and then adult drinks for evening fun. Sally we can’t thank you enough for such a great stay! Thank you for everything and we would love to come again. If you’re in the Mesa Verde area, we definitely recommend this roadside motel. Have a great stay! Thank you, the Turner crew!

    April Turner Avatar April Turner
    September 20, 2025
  • Mesa Verde Motel was a great place for us to stay! Dog friendly, and room was very clean and comfortable, and reasonably priced. Helpful staff, and has a nice coffee house and outdoor seating area. We highly recommend it!

    Bruce Forman Avatar Bruce Forman
    August 27, 2025
  • Really enjoyed our stay at Mesa Verde Motel. Clean rooms, soft beds and great location. M bar was a highlight offering cocktails, beer, wine and coffee in a unique atmosphere. Matt greeted us on check in with a smile and was genuinely happy to host us. Definitely will stay again

    Brent Rushton Avatar Brent Rushton
    August 17, 2025