The Stanley Hotel
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Estes Park · Colorado · Hotels & inns
The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, a town on the eastern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park in north-central Colorado LCCN2015633407.jpg — Carol M. Highsmith. Public domain. Image source and credits. Displayed at reduced size; no content edits.
Ghost tour · Book ahead
Mountain scenery, hotel history, and guided stories connected to The Shining.
Historical background
The Stanley Hotel is a 140-room Georgian Revival hotel in Estes Park, Colorado, United States, about 5 miles (8.0 km) from the entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. The hotel is considered one of America's most haunted hotels. It includes a restaurant, spa, and bed-and-breakfast; with panoramic views of Lake Estes, the Rockies, and Longs Peak. In May 2025, it was reported that the century-old hotel had been acquired by The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education for $400 million. It is a public-private partnership formed by CEFCA (Colorado Educational and Cultural Facilities Authority), former owner John Cullen IV now chairman of the ownership board, and private bond investors.
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The story behind the stop
A ghost tour is a storytelling or investigation experience; its availability and format can change. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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