Title: Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000429436&destination=Howard%2C+Colorado%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=124145968&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida ## Photo gallery for Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145968/f1255fb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145968/32948c72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145968/600b1cd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145968/c30e568a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower - Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145968/61c47f1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Mountain view £107 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida Summary: A flexible basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This room features two beds, making it ideal for friends, couples who want extra space, or travelers who prefer sleeping flexibility after long days outdoors. Located in the quiet mountain community of Howard, you’ll enjoy dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain — without the crowds. The Space: This room offers the same clean, simple comfort as our other basecamp rooms, with added flexibility. \- Two beds with comfortable linens \- Private bathroom \- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker \- Fast Wi-Fi and TV \- Heating & A/C \- Extra floor space for gear and luggage \- Designed for travelers who want options without sacrificing simplicity. Guest Access: Private room and bathroom with contactless check-in. Onsite parking directly outside your door. Guests are welcome to enjoy outdoor seating areas and quiet river-side common spaces. The Neighborhood: Howard is a quiet stop along the Arkansas River. Close to Salida without the traffic. Getting Around: Drive Times: \- Salida – 15 minutes (restaurants, galleries, shops, hot springs) \- Monarch Mountain Ski Area – 35 minutes \- Cotopaxi – 10 minutes \- Canon City – 35 minutes \- Gunnison Airport (GUC) – 60 minutes \- Colorado Springs Airport (COS) – 3 hours Interaction with Guests: Owner lives onsite and is available if needed, but guests enjoy a private, independent stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42100/42100/572dd6cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gateway Inn And Suites Salida - 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Please respect fellow guests, wildlife, and our rural neighbors. Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Smoking: Outside ... ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 68307725f0146300123eaac2 ## About the area Howard is home to this holiday home. Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery. [Visit our Howard travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Howard.dx3000429436) [View more Holiday homes in Howard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Howard-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000429436-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.42977%2C-105.81521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IboNt4xZWRpJcsM2LncwNVALe4w=) Howard, CO ### What's nearby - ![This view just never gets old. The Collegiate Peaks Overlook on US 285 coming in to Buena Vista in Colorado.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056637/1ae12be0-76b7-4abe-99f2-da070583049c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Salida, Colorado is a Tourist Town on the Arkansas river popular for white water rafting](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998086124/408dd3b4-ea40-43e9-ad39-9bbcc11ed803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Riverside Park 18 min drive \- 16.9 miles - ![Monarch Ski Area outside Salida in the Colorado Rocky Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089773/4309e6ea-b8fa-4bd8-b461-f5ebcbaf7206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Monarch Ski Area 42 min drive \- 41.8 miles - ![If you are in Colorado, the Royal Gorge is a beautiful place to visit. The views are breathtaking and there is so much to do in this area. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225330/0105b46f-ad90-4ee4-82a6-243512bfcb29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Gorge Bridge 51 min drive \- 48.3 miles - Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa 53 min drive \- 55.3 miles ### Restaurants - Howard’s Cafe 1 min walk - Eggie Acres 1 min walk - Riverview Cafe 1 min walk - Dusty Rose Roadhouse 1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida? ### How much is parking at Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida? ### What time is check-in at Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida? ### What time is check-out at Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida? ### Where is Family Motel Room on Ark River - 2 beds - 15 min to Salida located? ## Have a question? 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