The Far View Lodge sits 8,200 feet above sea level in the forests of Mesa Verde National Park in Cortez, Colo. Mesa Verde, which means green table in Spanish, rolls with valleys and sharp mountain peaks. The park features elaborate ruins of stone villages and shelters constructed along steep canyon walls by 13th century Pueblo civilizations. The villages have become known as cliff dwellings.
Daily tours of Mesa Verdes ruins and scenic cliffs depart from Far View Lodge. Park rangers escort guests on the full day and half day walking tours of archaeological sites, or guests can enjoy self guided scenic driving tours through the park. The Far View Lodge is comprised of 13 lodge buildings with 150 guestrooms featuring private balconies with views over three states. The hotel includes an on site restaurant, lounge and gift shop. To preserve a tranquil atmosphere, guestrooms are decorated in pueblo colors and do not have televisions, telephones or air conditioning. The Far Views location high in the Mesa Verde National Park is a secluded retreat surrounded by natural beauty.
Rates:
116 - 181.33
Number Of Rooms: 150
Number Of Floors: 1
Check In Time: 2:00 p.m.
Check Out Time: 12:00 p.m.
Far View Lodge
Mesa Verde Mile Marker 15
Cortez, CO 81330
Driving Directions:
Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO): Approximate driving time is 1 hour and 37 minutes and distance is 59 miles.
Driving directions from Durango La Plata County Airport:
Exit the airport on Airport Rd, which becomes County Road 309.
Bear left on CO 172 and continue for 6 miles.
Turn left on US 160 and continue for 52 miles.
Turn left on S. Market St and enter Mesa Verde National Park. The hotel is 15 miles into the park on the right hand side.