Indulge in Fantastic River's Edge Motel Amenities

Our Ouray Hotel and Resort leads the way in comfortable, affordable, and centrally-located accommodations in the heart of this beautiful mountain town. We deeply value our guests, which is why Ouray Colorado Hotel Amenities are second to none in town.

While we offer a wide variety of room types – from queen studios to family suites – you're guaranteed the same high standard of general property amenities in all of them. These include full private baths, kitchen appliances (including coffee and tea makers), fresh clean linens, complementary Wi-Fi access, sleep sofas in select rooms, and more.

River;s Edge offers many amenities on the premises, such as pet friendly rooms, free Internet access throughout the property, kitchen accommodations, a guest lounge with flat screen TV, complementary breakfast, riverbank spas and sundeck, guest computer station in lobby, a gorgeous garden river walkway, complementary auto wash station, and much more. Did we mention the 24/7 spas and gorgeous natural environment at the edge of your rooms?

Indeed, our location is a major asset in itself, as our property is right on the banks of the pristine Uncompahgre River. You’ll be surrounded by towering trees and fresh crisp mountain air, with scenic views and one whole acre of beautiful gardens and landscape. 

To top it all off, we're just one-and-a-half blocks from Ouray's historic downtown area, giving you access to the many shops, restaurants, and attractions this "Switzerland of America" has to offer. From the Ouray Ice Climbing Park, to the well-known Ouray Box Canyon Fall, you can have it all from River's Edge Motel.

For reservations or more information, contact us at 866-739-4987 or click here. We look forward to giving you the finest experience in Ouray. 

Enjoy Our Exceptional End of Summer Special!

River's Edge Motel and Lodge is among the finest Ouray Colorado Hotels in town. To see why we're such an acclaimed destination, check out our generous Ouray Colorado Hotel Special, available from August 17, 2014 to October 19, 2014.

For the affordable rate of $54.99, you can enjoy high-quality accommodations that are exceptionally well-located near various town amenities. This rate include complementary breakfast each morning and the use of our spas around-the-clock.

Rooms at our popular resort are limited, so please call 866-739-4987 soon for more information on these matchless accommodations.

You don’t have to wait until spring to enjoy great savings on your trip. In fact, you can save up to 20 percent off throughout the year! Just book online through our convenient web service to receive generous discounts off your stay each night! Just click here for assistance.

No matter what time of year you come, you’re guaranteed the finest home away from home in Ouray Colorado. Located on the banks of the pristine Uncompahgre River, amid towering trees and fresh crisp mountain air, our motel and lodge boasts great accommodations, affordable prices, scenic mountain views and one acre of beautiful gardens and landscape. 

We’re just one-and-a-half blocks from Ouray’s historic downtown area, giving you access to the many shops, restaurants, and attractions this “Switzerland of America” has to offer. From the Ouray Ice Climbing Park, to the well-known Ouray Box Canyon Fall, there is much to enjoy near your stay at River’s Edge Motel – all at a reasonable price.

We Recommend Ouray Mountain Adventures for Jeep Rentals

As the "Switzerland of America", the charming, historic mining town of Ouray, Colorado is surrounded by some of the most pristine natural beauty in the country. From towering mountains and waterfalls to unspoiled forests and creeks, you’ll be immersed in the sheer splendor of nature.

What better way to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience then through quality Ouray Jeep Rentals, which allow you to get close and personal with the awe-inspiring scenery around you? Our well-established Ouray Hotel knows the best option in town: Ouray Mountain Adventures, which offers access to the latest and most reliable Jeep models within just a day of reservation. 

Their top-of-the-line vehicles consist of the 2014 soft top two-door Jeep Rubicons and hard-top four-door Unlimited Jeep® Rubicons, with 3.6 Pentastar V6 engines and 5-speed automatic transmission, power windows, slap shift, two inch lift kit, and air conditioning.

These vehicles are available for full day rentals, from 6:00 PM one evening to 5:00 PM the following evening. Half-day rentals, which are not available for reservations, are for five hours and based on daily availability. We’ll also give you up-to-date maps on the area so that you could make the most of the fantastic Ouray Jeep Trails available.

Now you can explore the Rocky Mountains and step back into history, viewing wild flowers, waterfalls, ghost towns, historic mining area, wildlife, and the fantastic Uncompahgre National Forest. To arrange your Ouray Jeep Rental Reservation, visit OurayAdventures.com or call at 1-800-207-2700.

If you would like to enjoy the best accommodations in Ouray, call Twin Peaks Resort and Lodge at 866-739-4987.

The History of Ouray, Colorado

Ouray, Colorado is one-of-a-kind: that’s why The River's Edge Hotel and Resort is proud to be one of the most established Ouray Colorado Hotels in town. We’d love to share the fascinating history of this unique town, so that you can see what’s in store for you at our Ouray Hotel.

Originally established by miners chasing silver and gold in the surrounding mountains, the town at one time boasted more horses and mules than people. Prospectors arrived in the area in 1875 seeking their fortunes in the rich mines. At its height, the town had had more than 30 active mines.

After changing its name (and that of its county) several times, the town was incorporated on October 2, 1876, named after Chief Ouray of the Utes, a Native American tribe. By 1877 Ouray had grown to over 1,000 people and was named county seat of the newly-formed Ouray County later that year.

The Denver & Rio Grande Railway arrived in Ouray on December 21, 1887, bringing further prosperity and residents to the town. It would remain until the advent of trucks and automobiles caused a decline in railroad traffic: the last regularly scheduled passenger train was September 14, 1930. The line between Ouray and Ridgway was abandoned on March 21, 1953.

The entirety of Main Street is registered as a National Historic District with most of the buildings dating back to the late nineteenth century. The Beaumont Hotel and the Ouray City Hall and Walsh Library are listed on the National Register of Historic Places individually, while the Ouray County Courthouse, St. Elmo Hotel, St. Joseph's Miners' Hospital (currently housing the Ouray County Historical Society and Museum), Western Hotel, and Wright's Opera House are included in the historic district.

This rich history is one of the many things you can enjoy at Ouray. To learn more, call The River’s Edge at 866-739-4987.

Some Fun Facts About Ouray

As one of the most established Ouray Colorado Hotels, The River’s Motel and Lodge is proud of our unique and exciting town and all that it has to offer. Here are some fun facts about why our Ouray Hotel is ideally located.

• In the fall of 1968 the film True Grit was filmed in Ouray County, including some scenes in the city of Ouray and the nearby town of Ridgway and, possibly most notably, the interior of the Ouray County Court House.

• In Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged, the protagonist's secret hideaway was in a beautiful valley in the Rocky Mountains called Mulligan's Valley or "Galt's Gulch." Galt's Gulch was inspired by Ouray, where Rand found inspiration to complete the novel.

• In the well-known television series MacGyver, Ouray is the home of MacGyver's grandfather, Harry. The town and its surrounding area are used as the backdrop for the first-season episode, "Target MacGyver".

• Telluride native David Lavender related his experiences working at the Camp Bird Mine in the 1930s in his memoir One Man's West.

• Coors and Chevrolet have both filmed commercials in the area, particularly Twin Falls in Yankee Boy Basin (a great landmark to visit by the way!).

• Famous baseball pitcher Smoky Joe Wood was born in Kansas City but grew up in Ouray.

• The opening scene to the movie Over the Top with Sylvester Stallone runs straight through downtown Ouray.

This rich, interesting history represents just some of what’s in store with you at Ouray, Colorado. To learn more, call 866-739-4987.

The River’s Edge is Ouray’s Most Pet Friendly Hotel

The River's Edge Motel Lodge and Resort aims to be one of the most accommodating and family friendly Ouray Colorado Hotels in town. Our dedication to hospitality applies to your four-legged friends as well, which is why we’ve devised several policies that make us the most Pet Friendly Hotel in Ouray. Here’s a quick rundown:

Dogs are welcomed in most rooms with a pet fee of $10 per night per dog at the time of check in. If you sneak your pet into your room, you will be charged an automatic fee of $50.

Your dog may not be left unattended at any time, whether in your vehicle, room or outside – they must be on a leash at all times. This is ideal for your best friend, as they often suffer from separation anxiety when left alone in a strange environment.

We ask that you please pick up after your dog – otherwise you will be charged a $25 cleaning fee. We have a pet pick up bags conveniently available by the hot tub or at the front office, and you can walk your dog along the river’s edge or in the back of the hotel.  

Keep dogs off the beds, linens and furniture. If need be, we can provide you with coverings. If we find pet hair on the bedding or furniture you will be charged an automatic $25 laundry and cleaning fee.

If your dog has accident in the room, don't be embarrassed – just form us immediately and we will clean it up before the carpet stains. If you choose not to report an accident you will be charged a $100 cleaning fee, as it will lead to more difficult stains.

There are only a few lodging venues in Ouray that still accept dogs, so please be respectful of your home away from home. To learn more, please call 866-739-4987.

Host Your Next Special Event at River’s Edge for the Ultimate Celebration

The state of Colorado is well known for its breathtaking natural beauty, nowhere more so than the town of Ouray, with its scenic mountain views, crisp air, and lush trees representing an iconic picture of the state. The River’s Edge Motel and Lodge is among the most popular Ouray Colorado Hotels, offering the perfect location to admire in these spectacular vistas and revel in the fresh air.

Less than two blocks away from historic downtown Ouray, The River’s Edge Motel and Lodge is an ideal home for your next event, whatever it may be. In fact, we're the go-to locale for all sorts of Ouray Colorado Special Events. Whether you’re looking to host a destination wedding, a family reunion, or a corporate retreat, River’s Edge is the perfect home away from home.  Scenic, peaceful, quiet, and serene, River’s Edge is the perfect spot to enjoy beautiful Colorado. The memories you create at River’s Edge will be unforgettable!

What can you expect from River’s Edge? Well, a grant total of twenty guest rooms means that River’s Edge can easily accommodate a large party. With regards to good eats, River’s Edge offers complementary breakfast each morning, and available catering to suit your event needs. You will also find two therapeutic hot water spas nestled in the gardens by the river, a quiet and relaxing sun deck, and a lovely picnic patio with charcoal grills for guests to enjoy. River’s Edge is even pet friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along! In the realm of Ouray Colorado hotels, River’s Edge has everything you need to enjoy the stunning natural beauty that surrounds you.

Making sure you find the right home for your Ouray Colorado special events is not hard anymore! Look no further than River’s Edge Motel and Lodge for all your celebration needs!