
In 1998, Tom and Katy Hochstetler took a leap of faith and moved from Kansas to Estes Park, where they bought the Silver Moon Inn, raising their kids right by Fall River. The family continued to grow their dream of providing exceptional Estes Park lodging with the addition of Hotel Estes in 2012, Appenzell Inn in 2013, and Estes Mountain
In 1998, Tom and Katy Hochstetler took a leap of faith and moved from Kansas to Estes Park, where they bought the Silver Moon Inn, raising their kids right by Fall River. The family continued to grow their dream of providing exceptional Estes Park lodging with the addition of Hotel Estes in 2012, Appenzell Inn in 2013, and Estes Mountain Inn in 2019. Today, their children Adam, Susie, and Hannah manage this collection of four independent boutique hotels under the name Hochstetler Resorts, all committed to delivering warm, reliable hospitality in the heart of Estes Park.

All four of our boutique hotels are located right in Estes Park—ideal for exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. Silver Moon Inn, a family-owned gem, sits downtown along Fall River, just steps from shops, dining, and the riverwalk. Appenzell Inn, Hotel Estes, and Estes Mountain Inn are all part of our Hochstetler Resorts family and are e
All four of our boutique hotels are located right in Estes Park—ideal for exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. Silver Moon Inn, a family-owned gem, sits downtown along Fall River, just steps from shops, dining, and the riverwalk. Appenzell Inn, Hotel Estes, and Estes Mountain Inn are all part of our Hochstetler Resorts family and are each within a mile of downtown, providing quick access to trailheads, lakes, and seasonal shuttles—plus convenient parking when you’re ready to relax. Your perfect basecamp in Estes Park lodging awaits, no matter which hotel you choose.

Every stay at our boutique hotel includes complimentary s’mores, a continental breakfast, games to borrow and play on property, a relaxing hot tub, plus snacks and fresh popcorn. Appenzell Inn and Estes Mountain Inn, both part of the family-owned Hochstetler Resorts, share amenities and offer an indoor pool as well as a seasonal outdoor p
Every stay at our boutique hotel includes complimentary s’mores, a continental breakfast, games to borrow and play on property, a relaxing hot tub, plus snacks and fresh popcorn. Appenzell Inn and Estes Mountain Inn, both part of the family-owned Hochstetler Resorts, share amenities and offer an indoor pool as well as a seasonal outdoor pool. Hotel Estes also features a seasonal outdoor pool. Traveling with a pup? You'll be pleased to know that Estes Mountain Inn, Hotel Estes, and Silver Moon Inn are all dog-friendly options among Estes Park hotels.
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