Modern Motel

220 E Cimarron St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, Colorado Springs, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.5 / 5

Overview

Modern Motel is a simple, 2-star roadside motel in central Colorado Springs at 220 E Cimarron St. It’s set up in classic motel style with exterior corridor access and focuses on low-cost, no-frills stays. Public ratings sit at 3.5/5 from 435 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are described as homey and include a desk and sitting area, plus free Wi-Fi. In-room conveniences include a flat-screen TV, microwave, and mini-fridge. Some rooms have garden views, and guest feedback suggests that while some rooms feel newly redone, others can feel dated.

On-site amenities

Parking is free. There’s an outdoor patio area with BBQ equipment, seating, and a gazebo, and the property also offers laundry facilities. Other amenities are not documented.

Location & nearby highlights

The motel is a 7-minute walk from the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (about 388 m) and close to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum (about 802 m). It’s also within reach of major area attractions like The Broadmoor Seven Falls (about 2.5 km), The Broadmoor (about 4.7 km), Garden of the Gods (about 7.5 km), and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (about 7.0 km). Nearby dining includes Urban Egg (about 678 m) and Bird Tree Cafe (about 1.2 km).

Best for

Modern Motel is best for budget-minded travelers who want a straightforward place to sleep near downtown museums and attractions, with free parking and in-room basics like a microwave and mini-fridge. It can also suit short stays where easy access to sights like the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum matters more than full-service facilities. Travelers seeking consistently modern interiors may want to confirm room condition expectations, as reviews suggest mixed impressions.

Travel tips

If you’re planning to visit downtown sights, the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (about 388 m) and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum (about 802 m) are close enough to reach on foot. For outdoor-heavy itineraries (Garden of the Gods ~7.5 km, Seven Falls ~2.5 km, Pikes Peak ~19.2 km), plan on driving and build in extra time for travel between sites. Take advantage of the in-room microwave/mini-fridge and the patio BBQ area if you want to keep meal costs down.

What guests say

Guests frequently mention friendly, helpful service and a sense that the motel is priced to be very affordable. Reviews also suggest inconsistency in room condition: some guests note rooms that feel newly redone, while others describe dated decor. Cleanliness and overall room quality are recurring concerns in negative feedback, particularly around bathroom condition. Overall, the property tends to appeal most to travelers prioritizing low cost and a quick overnight stay over a polished, modern experience.

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