Motel6 - Cañon City
1925 Fremont Dr, Cañon City, CO 81212, Cañon City, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.6 / 5
Overview
Motel6 - Cañon City is a straightforward 3-star hotel in Cañon City, Colorado, located on Highway 50 at 1925 Fremont Dr. It holds a public rating of 3.6/5 from 598 reviews, positioning it as a practical, budget-minded base for exploring town and the Royal Gorge area.
Rooms
Rooms include free WiFi and TVs with premium cable channels, plus in-room minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add sofas, and suites with separate sitting rooms are available for extra space. Guest feedback also notes some rooms can be bright and spacious, with mountain views mentioned in stays.
Amenities & Recreation
A free continental breakfast is offered. On-site facilities include a seasonal heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and sauna, along with guest laundry and large-vehicle parking. The hotel also has an on-site restaurant.
Business & Events
For working travelers, the property provides a business center and a meeting room. Free WiFi in rooms supports basic remote work needs.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is close to several Cañon City points of interest, including the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail (about 1.2 km away) and the Royal Gorge Route Railroad (about 2.2 km away). Other nearby stops include The Winery At Holy Cross Abbey (about 1.8 km) and the Royal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center (about 1.9 km). It’s also a reasonable drive to Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (about 8.0 km) and Royal Gorge Bridge & Park adventure activities like the Via Ferrata and Cloudscraper ZIP Line (roughly 9.2–9.3 km).
Best for
This hotel suits budget-focused travelers who still want convenient in-room basics like a minifridge, microwave, coffeemaker, and free WiFi. It also works well for road-trippers and outdoors-minded visitors thanks to Highway 50 access, large-vehicle parking, and proximity to the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail and Royal Gorge attractions.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Royal Gorge Bridge & Park and its adventure activities (zip line/Via Ferrata), plan on driving—these are roughly 8–9+ km away. The Arkansas Riverwalk Trail is one of the closest nearby draws (about 1.2 km) for an easy walk or short drive. Because the pool is seasonal, confirm availability if that amenity is a key part of your stay.
What guests say
Guests commonly highlight value for the price and appreciate features like the pool and hot tub, as well as pet-friendly convenience. Cleanliness is mentioned positively in some stays, with notes of bright, spacious rooms and memorable mountain views. Location comes up as practical, with restaurants reachable on foot and easy access around town. Some feedback points to occasional maintenance/housekeeping concerns (such as pests) and mentions that rooms can be noisy.
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