Mel-Haven Lodge

Mel-Haven Lodge

3715 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, Colorado Springs, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.5 / 5

Overview

Mel-Haven Lodge is a classic, two-story roadside inn with exterior room entrances in Colorado Springs. It’s a 2-star property with a strong public rating of 4.5 based on 89 reviews, positioned for easy access to the west-side outdoor attractions.

Rooms & In-Room Features

The 20 rooms are described as modestly decorated and finished with hardwood floors. Rooms include cable TV and free high-speed Wi‑Fi, plus kitchenettes or full kitchens with an oven/stove; some also add sitting areas with pull-out sofas. Guest laundry access (washer) is available on-site for longer stays.

Amenities & Recreation

A seasonal outdoor pool provides a simple warm-weather option for downtime between outings. The property also offers guest laundry facilities, supporting extended visits and self-sufficient travel.

Location & Nearby Sights

The lodge is about a 7-minute walk from the Red Rock Canyon trailhead and less than a mile from the Garden of the Gods entrance (approx. 1.7 km). Nearby attractions include Manitou Cliff Dwellings (approx. 2.3 km), Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site (approx. 2.7 km), Cave of the Winds Mountain Park (approx. 3.4 km), and the Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway (approx. 3.9 km). Farther afield are The Broadmoor Seven Falls (approx. 4.9 km), the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum (approx. 5.8 km), Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (approx. 6.2 km), The Broadmoor (approx. 7.9 km), the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center (approx. 7.9 km), Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (approx. 9.9 km), and Pikes Peak (approx. 13.6 km; about 25.8 miles by road per property summary).

Best for

This property is best for budget-minded travelers and outdoor-focused visitors who want quick access to Red Rock Canyon and the Garden of the Gods area. It also suits longer stays and road-trip travelers who value in-room kitchens (kitchenettes or full kitchens with an oven/stove), on-site laundry, and reliable free Wi‑Fi over full-service hotel facilities.

Travel tips

For hiking and sightseeing, plan early starts: the lodge is a short walk to the Red Rock Canyon trailhead and close to the Garden of the Gods entrance. With kitchens in many rooms, it’s convenient to stock simple groceries and reduce dining costs during multi-day stays. If you’re planning a Pikes Peak day, note it’s the farthest major attraction listed and requires more travel time than the nearby Manitou Springs and west-side sites.

What guests say

Reviews commonly highlight good value for the price alongside clean rooms and comfortable beds. Guests also note a personable, family-owned atmosphere and positive interactions with the owners. Some feedback points to the property feeling dated and in need of renovation. Occasional maintenance and service limitations are mentioned, including a stove issue that required a workaround and limited room service frequency.

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