FAR VIEW LODGE, Mesa Verde National Park

Far View Lodge, located 24 km from the Mesa Verde National Park entrance, has 150 rooms available mid-April through mid-October. Rooms feature handcrafted furniture and a private balcony. Wi-Fi is available in guest rooms and public areas. Standard amenities include a coffee maker and mini-fridge. There are no TVs in rooms. Kiva rooms provide a connection to indigenous western culture. Kiva Deluxe rooms offer unobstructed views. Some rooms offer wider doorways, curb cuts, ramp access, a roll-in shower with grab bar, and a shower seat. Pet-friendly rooms are available with a maximum of two pets; a fee of $25.00 per pet applies.

The Metate Room provides a dining experience with Native American artwork and a menu inspired by regional heritage foods. Far View Terrace Cafe, located near Far View Lodge, provides meals with views. The cafe features a Mesa Mocha Espresso Bar. A la carte options include Jimmy Dean's breakfast sandwiches, fruit cups, yogurt parfaits, muffins, and a made-to-order omelet station. Lunch includes daily specials of salads, sandwiches, pizza, and pasta. The Far View Lounge has pub fare, appetizers, snacks, cocktails, beer, and wine.

Far View Lodge offers wildlife watching and stargazing. The Entertainment Center has a satellite TV, pool table, shuffleboard, and an arcade game with Pac-Man and other classic titles. Guests can engage in a scavenger hunt with 30 stations around the property that highlight flora, fauna, and archaeology.

Far View Lodge is 50 km from Cortez Municipal Airport. Mesa Verde National Park is accessible via US-160W. The lodge is 24 km from the park entrance. Nearby landmarks include Geologic Overlook (2 km), Long House (4 km), and Chapin Mesa (2 km).