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Iron Rail Inn

2.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

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Iron Rail Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Digital TV service
  • Free self parking
$114 nightly
The total price is $129
May 16 - May 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Upstairs Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
501 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM, 87520

What's nearby

  • Chama Church of Christ - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rio Chama - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edward Sargent Wildlife Management Area - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Heron Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rio Chama Coffee And Espresso Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪My Mom And Dad's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Santy's Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fina's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Iron Rail Inn

  • Iron Rail Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Iron Rail Inn Hotel

Iron Rail Inn Chama

Iron Rail Inn Hotel Chama

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Iron Rail Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Iron Rail Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Iron Rail Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Iron Rail Inn and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (2-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near Iron Rail Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Iron Rail Inn like?

Iron Rail Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and 6 minutes' walk from Rio Chama.

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Reviews

Iron Rail Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and Clean - and nice cozy electric heater.
Monique, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice people & and a wonderful place to stay!
Grant, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was quaint and spotless, showered with plenty of hot water. Really not much to do in Chama, limited eating establishments. Group of deer walking down main strip, nice photo, well stocked grocery store.
William, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Historic building, super comfy bed, wonderful staff
Nerissa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and fantastic bar. Bartender was excellent and great choice of drinks.
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff eas rccrllent. They were very helpful. Rooms are clean and co.fy
karen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Owners are doing a great job on renovations, rooms are comfortable.
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff
Anna Belle, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice people trying to get the property fully renovated…doing a good job so far
Cynthia A, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A pleasant bit of history with modern conveniences

Historic building nicely restored. Includes a small bar and dining area. Food menu still being developed, mainly sandwiches at the moment but nicely done. Staff is friendly and attentive. The room was clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We travelled to Chama so we could ride the Cumbres Toltec train and chose to spend the night before at the Iron Rail Inn for thematic purposes and because of the easy access to the train station. We arrived late but the hotel staff were very considerate and helped make check-in super convenient. Overall, the room was clean, quiet, and cozy and we look forward to staying here again for future visits to Chama.
Megan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. Cute place all newly renovated. Had a bar and small restaurant with a petit menu but food was delicious. We stayed 2 nights to ride the train. Depot was directly across the street. Staff were all super friendly and helpful. Had awesome rainfall shower.
Tracy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful host/owner overseeing everything! Beautiful rooms, especially the shower. Laid back and relaxing,
Blaine, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location was great for the Cumbres train ride. All staff members were very friendly and courteous. Rooms are poorly insulated for noise
Olivia P, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is full of charm, including creaky wood floors. Breakfast isn't served, but the lunch-dinner menu is varied and the food is good. Excellent house margaritas! Staff is super friendly. Conveniently located across the main street from the railyards, if you're going to take the Cumbres & Toltec historical train. All guests followed the hotel's quiet hours rules, at least while I was there, even though at the end of the hall on the second floor, where my room was, there was a pool table and a big-screen TV showing a football game.
Pary, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely hotel settled conveniently across from the Cumbres and Toltec railroad station. It’s brand new, but renovated with much of the 1905-1920s features from the old building. Comfortable beds, and lovely updated bathrooms (with soft towels!) Beautiful! We were lucky to experience their restaurant’s soft opening! Yummy food featuring southwest flavor. The bar is gorgeous and stocked. We took a beautiful walk around the sweet little town of Chama afterward. Highly recommend!
Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Restaurant was good, but too busy and not enough staff. The staff run the restaurant, bar tend, serve, clean tables, and check people into their rooms! To enter your room, the restaurant is literally in the same space. Floors really cool, as they seem original, but creeky and we were afraid to move and create too much noise for other guests. The room was nice- redone and the shower was spectacular. However, deep cleaning leaves a lot to be desired. Overall a good night sleep to get to Cumbre and Toltectrain ride.for a one-night stay.
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a historic property that is being lovingly renovated. We enjoy these types of hotels creaky floors and all. We met the owners and heard about plans. Quite a different experience than a big chain property. There’s a small bar in the lobby and they will have restaurant once the new kitchen is finished. Room was good sized and. The bathroom had been redone. Bed was comfortable. If you’re in Chama for the train (isn’t everyone?), it’s right across the street.
THOMAS, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Iron Rail Inn was close to train station which was exceptionally convenient. Our staff was exceptional, and service was 5++. Although, the Iron Rail Inn was still under some construction due to renovations over the last year, the facility and rooms were very nice. The Showers were 5 star and the sinks were enamel with sewing machine bases and furnishings throughout were antique looking. The BEST happy HOUR in Chama....drinks were so reasonable and the specialty flavors: wow! Loved LEA, the owner, staff and the construction team as well. All were just so pleasant and went the extra to insure our stay was memorable, including the extra Fourth of July Decor for our Chama Elks across the street put together by the construction crew. We will be back again next year for the final Ribbon Cutting and to check on updates with the Inn!
Patricia Lee, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Participated in the soft opening of the hotel (accidentally). Family owned. Very friendly and helpful staff. Everything is new apart from the antiques used to furnish the rooms (apparently collected over many years before they bought the hotel). Quaint and cozy remake of a prior hotel. Has a. bar (was a work in progress), porch on first (ground) floor and patio on the second floor (with fire pits and comfortable chairs). They will have a small store and small restaurant (which will be a good thing as there are very limited dining options on Mon-Wed in town). Look forward to going back some day and seeing the finished product. Clearly a labor of love and more like a B&B than a chain hotel.
Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a renewed historic hotel located near the Chama train ride. The effort put into renovation is very evident. It has an authentic old west charm without being too rustic. The room we had was nice and clean with modern amenities for the most part. There was no AC but at that altitude we were comfortable with the window open. A word of warning, Go for the larger rooms. We booked late because we had not planned to spend an extra night in Chama but the train ride is a day long adventure. As a result we took the available room #206. It is very small to the poin of being cramped. Overall though I would be happy to stay there again, jut not in #206.
Leland, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful renovation, but a few issues

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was small but pretty. They’ve done a lovely job restoring this hotel. On the down side, our first night there, there were some inebriated guests making noise in the upstairs common room until almost 1 a.m. There’s no management on the property at that point so no one was handling the situation. The doors, which are gorgeous, don’t seal the door, they’ve been cut down at some point, so noise is loud and makes it seem like everything is right outside your door. It also lets the light in the hallway bleed into your room, making it feel like there’s a nightlight on. Bring a sleep mask if that’s an issue for you. My other complaint is coffee in the morning. You have to go to the lobby for it but it’s not brewed until after 8 or so and there were no pods for the single cup coffee maker.
Lorri, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate, the towels were plentiful and plush, the food is excellent, the vibe is friendly and laid back even when extremely busy, and the service was genuinely friendly and helpful. I'd definitely stay again.
Laura, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing shower, great food and old time updated atmosphere.
Ed, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms great bed really cool place
Robert, 2-night trip