Econo Lodge Montrose - Black Canyon Area
1605 E Main St, Montrose, CO 81401, Montrose, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Overview
Econo Lodge Montrose - Black Canyon Area is a budget, 2-star motel in Montrose, Colorado, positioned as a low-key base for exploring the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park region. Rooms and suites feature colorful, simple furnishings, and the property emphasizes affordability and complimentary extras over upscale finishes.
Rooms
Guest rooms and suites include en suite bathrooms and private balconies or patios, with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a microwave, fridge and coffeemaker in every unit. Select suites are upgraded with whirlpool tubs for travelers wanting a bit more relaxation after a day of sightseeing.
Amenities & Dining
On-site amenities include a seasonal heated outdoor pool, a year-round hot tub, a shared seating area, and a guest computer for checking email or printing boarding passes. A complimentary continental breakfast and free parking are included with every stay.
Location
The motel sits about 2 miles from Montrose Botanic Gardens and roughly 12-14 miles from Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, including trailheads like Warner Point Trail and overlooks such as Painted Wall and Gunnison Point. It's also close to the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, Montrose Visitor Center, Montrose County Historical Museum, Museum of the Mountain West, Ute Indian Museum, and family-friendly spots like the Montrose Children's Museum, Montrose Water Sports Park, Riverbottom Park, and Cerise Park.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-conscious road-trippers and outdoor travelers heading to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area, or Warner Point Trail, since it sits within a 15-minute drive of these attractions while keeping nightly rates low. It also works for guests who want simple self-catering conveniences (fridge, microwave, coffeemaker) and a pool/hot tub to unwind in without paying for a full-service resort.
Travel tips
Because the national park sites (Black Canyon, Painted Wall, Gunnison Point, Tomichi Point) are all 12-17 km away, plan on driving rather than walking, and allow extra time for viewpoints along the rim. Closer-in attractions like the Montrose Visitor Center, Montrose County Historical Museum, and Montrose Botanic Gardens are all under 3 km away and easy to combine into a single in-town outing. Given mixed reviews on room condition, it's worth requesting to see or swap rooms at check-in if any issues (heating, plumbing, insects) are noticed.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed and centers heavily on room condition and cleanliness. Some reviewers praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, friendly and helpful staff, and good grounds with parking and space to walk dogs. Others describe significant maintenance problems, including insects in rooms, gaps around doors, missing light bulbs, malfunctioning hot water or showers, damaged bathroom fixtures, and exposed heating or air conditioning units. The complimentary continental breakfast also draws criticism from several guests as basic or low-quality, in contrast to the positive comments about staff and grounds.
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