The hype
Travelers love the throwback vibe, the surprisingly good free breakfast, and the unbeatable location.
Silver Spruce Motel
$89-160/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want a clean, retro basecamp walkable to the hot springs without paying resort prices.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- Walkable to Iron Mountain Hot Springs and Glenwood Caverns gondola
- Free hot breakfast with homemade waffles and biscuits & gravy
- Retro charm with modern cleanliness standards
Kurzfassung: A classic roadside motel that saves you money for the hot springs, provided you don't mind thin walls.
Bewertet von @prtraveldaddy: I stumbled upon this spot during a snowy road trip and it felt like a total safe haven. The room was warm, the fireplace was a vibe, and the free breakfast fueled our mountain adventures. Perfect budget stay.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
Noise from the hallway and adjacent rooms is a frequent complaint for light sleepers.
- You prioritize location and price over luxury amenities
- You are traveling with a family and need a suite or condo-style room
- You love a free hot breakfast before a day of hiking
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is reliable; rooms are generally tidy and well-kept.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are clean but dated; grout is usually scrubbed well.
- Maintenance: Older property means some wear and tear (peeling paint, older carpets) is visible.
- Linens & towels: Towels are basic motel quality but clean; sheets are crisp.
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though some rooms may have a faint 'old building' or cleaning product smell.
Sleepability™
7MÄSSIG
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Traffic on W 6th Street
- Voices in the hallway/adjacent rooms
- HVAC units cycling on/off
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- No elevator to the second floor – pack light or request ground floor
- Free shuttle available to/from the Amtrak station
- Discounted tickets for Glenwood Caverns sometimes available at the desk
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Swimsuit (for the nearby hot springs)
- Earplugs (for the thin walls)
- Hiking boots (trails are minutes away)
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- Fireplace Suites for a cozy winter touch
- Condominium units (2-bedroom) for families needing a kitchen
- Upper floor rooms for less foot traffic noise
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Ground floor rooms facing 6th Street (road noise)
- Rooms near the ice machine/vending area
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I'd love to request a quiet room on the upper floor, away from the street and vending machines. If a Fireplace Suite is available as an upgrade, please let me know.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Is there a pool on site?
No, but it's a short walk to the world-famous Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and Iron Mountain Hot Springs.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a hot breakfast with waffles, biscuits and gravy, eggs, and fruit is served daily from 6-9 AM.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are strictly not allowed.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, all rooms have AC units, though they can be a bit noisy.
How far is the walk to downtown?
It's about a 10-15 minute walk (4 blocks) to the main dining area on 7th Street.
Is there parking?
Yes, free on-site parking is available right in front of the rooms.
Insider-Tipps
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Ask the front desk about the 'fishing spot' – they sometimes have gear for guests to use.
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The lobby coffee is available 24/7, not just at breakfast.
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You can walk to the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park gondola in about 5 minutes.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'Condo' units are basically full apartments hidden inside a motel.
💡The lobby has a real wood-burning fireplace that smells amazing in winter.
💡There is no elevator, so second-floor guests must haul bags up stairs.
💡The motel offers a free shuttle to the Amtrak station, which is rare for this price point.
💡It's one of the few places left with actual metal keys (in some units) rather than just keycards.
Lokaler Reiseführer
Karte
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