Grand Lodge Crested Butte | Pet-Friendly Suite, Walk to Lifts, Pool & Hot Tub

Summary:

Pet-friendly suite in the Grand Lodge — a short walk to the Crested Butte lifts, with a separate king bed area. Sleeps 4.



✔ Dogs genuinely welcome (Up to 2 pets max, $50 fee) — easy in and out

✔ Indoor and outdoor heated pools plus a hot tub

✔ Separate king bed area plus a living-room sofa bed

✔ Cook-in kitchenette: stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher

✔ Keypad self check-in, free parking



♡ "nice little kitchen so we could cook" — Missy, Jun '26



» 2 min walk to the lifts » 7 min to Elk Avenue » 45 min to GUC airport



The Space:

A dog-friendly suite in the Grand Lodge's building at the base of Mt. Crested Butte — a separate king sleeping area plus a living room, built for travelers who bring their pets and want to cook between adventures.



➔ Sleeping: A separate king bed area, plus a sofa bed in the living room, so four sleep comfortably with the bedroom set apart.

➔ Kitchenette: Stove, mini fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee maker — a real cook-in kitchenette, not just a bar fridge.

➔ Bathroom: One full bathroom with a tub.

➔ Pets: Dogs are genuinely welcome — easy in and out for walks, with trails and town a short stroll away.

➔ Building Amenities: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, hot tub, gym, elevator, and a fireplace lobby.



3 Pros:

✔ A pet-friendly suite with a separate king area and a real kitchenette — a step up from the studios

✔ Indoor and outdoor heated pools plus a hot tub for after a day out

✔ The most affordable building at the base of Mt. Crested Butte, shuttle to town steps away



2 Cons:

✗ Built in 1999, a 3-star building with dated common areas

✗ No A/C (rarely needed at 9,375 ft) and no in-unit washer/dryer



Guest Access:

You have the entire suite to yourself, plus full access to the Grand Lodge's shared amenities: the indoor and outdoor heated pools, hot tub, gym, and fireplace lobby. Check in yourself anytime with the keypad code — there's no front desk at the Grand Lodge, but we respond quickly by message. Your unit comes with free parking, an elevator to your floor, and easy in-and-out for walks with your dog. Shared amenities are operated by the building's HOA and can occasionally close for maintenance.



The Neighborhood:

The Grand Lodge sits at the base of Mt. Crested Butte, a short walk from the Crested Butte Mountain Resort lifts, with the free town shuttle stop only a couple of minutes away. The surrounding base village has a coffee shop, restaurants, a convenience store, and rental outfitters at the doorstep, plus open ground nearby for dog walks. Historic downtown Crested Butte and its Elk Avenue — galleries, restaurants, and preserved Old West architecture — are about a seven-minute drive, with the free shuttle running between the mountain and town. The area is a year-round outdoor base: skiing and snowshoeing in winter; hiking, mountain biking, rafting, and wildflower season in summer. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) is about a 45-minute drive.



Getting Around:

You don't need a car here — the lifts, coffee, restaurants, and a convenience store are all within a short walk, and the free town shuttle stop is a couple of minutes away. The shuttle runs between the mountain base and historic downtown Crested Butte (about 7 minutes). If you do drive, your unit comes with free parking. The Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) is about a 45-minute drive; Denver is roughly 4 hours.



Other Things to Note:

- Check-in after 4:00 PM / checkout before 10:00 AM, keypad self check-in.

- Sleeps 4: 1 king bed in a separate area + 1 sofa bed in the living room.

- Pet Friendly — 2 dogs welcome ($50 fee)

- No A/C and no in-unit washer/dryer. Kitchenette has a stove, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee maker.

- Pools, hot tub, and gym are run by the building's HOA and can close for maintenance without notice.

- The Grand Lodge is a 3-star building (built 1999) — clean and functional, with dated common areas.

- CO and smoke alarms and a fire extinguisher are installed.



Interaction with Guests:

Check-in is self-serve with your keypad code, so you can arrive on your own schedule — no front desk to coordinate with. We're a message away before and during your stay and reply quickly. Traveling with your dog or want local trail and restaurant recommendations? Just ask.