Title: Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=124145970&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida ## Photo gallery for Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida ![Interior - Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145970/85d342af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145970/bee7e0d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145970/8d39f5c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145970/594dad0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124150000/124146000/124145970/ed8b64df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida provides everything that you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Mountain view ## 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. ### Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida Summary: A clean, quiet basecamp along the Arkansas River, just 15 minutes from Salida. This queen room is designed for couples and solo travelers who spend their days outdoors and want a simple, comfortable place to recharge at night. Set in the small mountain community of Howard, you’ll have dark skies, river access, and easy drives to Salida, Buena Vista, Cañon City, and Monarch Mountain, without the crowds. The Space: This room is intentionally simple and well-equipped for short stays and road-trip pacing. \- Queen bed with comfortable linens \- Private bathroom \- Mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker \- Fast Wi-Fi and TV \- Heating & A/C \- Space to unpack, plan, or unwind \- No shared interior spaces. 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 ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16350000/16346400/16346378/365e5f15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Lover's 3 Bedroom Holiday Home By Pinon Vacation Rent. 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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 683077218237f300125f1bfc ## About the area Howard is home to this holiday home. Art Matters Gallery & Studio and SteamPlant Theater and Event Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wood's High Mountain Distillery and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center. Rocky Mountain Mini Golf and Mt. Shavano Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting. [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 - Salida Golf Club 19 min drive \- 16.9 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 Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida? ### What time is check-in at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida? ### What time is check-out at Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida? ### Where is Quiet Motel Room Near Ark River - 15 min to Salida located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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