Slackwater Inn

Riverfront motel in Buena Vista with free parking

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Parking included

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Premium Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio

Yard

Outdoor play area

Individually decorated

Heating

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Apartment

Highlights

Outdoor play area

Yard

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Mini-fridge

3 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Premium Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio

Yard

Outdoor play area

Individually decorated

Heating

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Fan

Private bathroom

Hydromassage showerhead

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio

Yard

Outdoor play area

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Heating

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Yard

Patio

Individually decorated

Heating

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Fan

Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Buena Vista, Slackwater Inn is on a river. Browns Canyon National Monument and St. Elmo are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cottonwood Hot Springs and Mountain Spirit Winery. Take in the nearby slopes with a ski area and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.

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12845 US Hwy 24/285, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

What's nearby

Arkansas River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Buena Vista Heritage Museum - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Buena Vista River Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Cottonwood Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
Cottonwood Lake - 28 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

Gunnison, CO (GUC-Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

‪Stedman's Ice Cream - ‬3 min drive
‪SUBWAY - ‬3 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
‪Station 24 Cafe - ‬10 min walk
‪Cool River Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Slackwater Inn

Motel by the river

Slackwater Inn provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Free self parking and extended parking
An off-leash area, pet-sitting services, and a 24-hour front desk
Snow sports gear

Room features

All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and fans
Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Mini fridges, microwaves, and freezers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site
Free extended parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

Snow sports gear

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Guidebooks

Guest services

Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

Firepit
On a river
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
20 accessible parking spaces
Grab bar in shower
Low-height door lock
Magnifying mirror
No elevator
Smooth flooring in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-width doorways

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Freezer
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Restaurant dining guides

Desk
Desk chair
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

An off-leash area and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Cleaning fees vary based on length of stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Housekeeping fee: USD 20.00 per week
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Slackwater Inn Motel

Slackwater Inn Buena Vista

Slackwater Inn Motel Buena Vista

Frequently asked questions

Is Slackwater Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Slackwater Inn?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Slackwater Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Slackwater Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slackwater Inn located?

Situated on a river, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Arkansas River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area and Buena Vista Heritage Museum. Buena Vista River Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.