Quick Info
Best for bikers: Comfort Inn Fruita or La Quinta. Budget option: Super 8. Camping: 18 Road BLM camping. More options: Grand Junction (15 minutes). Book ahead: Fat Tire Festival and spring weekends.
Fruita has limited but solid lodging options, mostly chain hotels catering to mountain bikers and Colorado National Monument visitors. For more variety, Grand Junction is just 15 minutes east with full-service hotels and vacation rentals.
Hotels in Fruita
Comfort Inn Fruita
Popular with mountain bikers. Bike wash station, continental breakfast, and pool. Right off I-70 with easy access to trailheads.
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Newer property with modern rooms. Outdoor pool, free breakfast, and bike-friendly attitude. Good value option.
Super 8 by Wyndham
Budget-friendly chain hotel. Basic but clean rooms. Works well for riders spending all day on trails.
Grand Junction Hotels
Grand Junction offers more lodging variety, from downtown boutique options to standard chains. Just 15 minutes from Fruita trails and the east entrance to Colorado National Monument.
Camping Options
18 Road BLM Camping
Free dispersed camping near the 18 Road trails. Very popular with mountain bikers. No amenities—bring everything.
Saddlehorn Campground
Inside Colorado National Monument. Reservations recommended. Stunning canyon views from campsites.
Tips
Book early for Fat Tire Festival. Late April fills up months in advance. The entire region gets busy.
Spring weekends are popular. Mountain bikers flock here March through May.
Consider Grand Junction. More dining and nightlife options after a day on trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I stay in Fruita or Grand Junction?
Fruita for trail proximity and biking culture. Grand Junction for more restaurants and amenities.
Are Fruita hotels bike-friendly?
Yes. Most accommodate bikes in rooms and some have wash stations.