Axel's take: 4.8/10
Convenient highway access cannot outweigh recurring cleanliness and maintenance problems. A basic, exterior-entry budget motel off I-25, scored for what it is.
This is a basic, exterior-entry budget motel off I-25, not a comfortable mid-range hotel despite some three-star listings. Free parking, pet-friendly rooms and easy driving access to Garden of the Gods are its strongest points. Some recent Expedia guests praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff, but the overall feedback is weak across Google, Tripadvisor and Expedia. We'd treat it as a fallback overnight stop rather than a vacation base.
The problems go beyond dated decor: recent guests repeatedly describe dirty bedding, poorly maintained bathrooms and unreliable hot water. The seasonal outdoor pool is still advertised by Wyndham, yet summer and September 2026 reviews report it closed; broken elevators are another recurring complaint. Breakfast gets mixed marks for limited supplies. We'd skip it for families, longer stays or anyone needing dependable accessibility.
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Best for: Drivers needing a fallback overnight stop; Pet owners willing to accept substantial trade-offs
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Watch out for: Recurring cleanliness and hot-water complaints; Pool reported closed; elevators repeatedly reported broken; Some guests feel uncomfortable around the parking lot
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Location: Convenient off I-25 for driving to attractions; not a park-side retreat.
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Rooms: Exterior entrances, dated condition and recurring bathroom and equipment problems.
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Cleanliness: Some clean-room praise, but repeated recent reports of dirty bedding and bathrooms.
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Service: Helpful staff earn praise, while other guests describe poor problem handling.
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Amenities: Free WiFi, parking and breakfast; do not count on the advertised seasonal pool.
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Fees and surprises: A security deposit and pet fees apply; confirm elevator and pool availability before booking.
Axel's opinion of La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Colorado Springs Garden of the Gods, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Google · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.