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Tour Guide

The Stanley Hotel

333 Wonderview Avenue
Estes Park, CO 80517

202 Room Hotel
Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management
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Compensation: $16.50 per hour, Full-Time
This position pays hourly plus tips! Job description

The Stanley Hotel located in beautiful Estes Park, CO is seeking Tour Guides. As a Tour Guide, youll be responsible for providing information and/or answering guest questions about The Stanley Hotel and guiding groups through the grounds & buildings of The Stanley Hotel. Our Tour Guides will provide the highest level of guest service in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner.

Must come in and apply in person!

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities of the Tour Guide include, but not limited to:

  • Maintaining an up to date working knowledge and historical knowledge of The Stanley Hotel
  • Learning and presenting the script for all tours
  • Opening and closing tour areas
  • Greeting guests in a warm and friendly manner, acknowledging them upon arrival
  • Fulfilling tour ticket agent duties when not leading tours
  • Answering questions about The Stanley Hotel, tours, and guided tours
  • Interacting with associates in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information
  • Listening and responding to guest inquiries using a positive, clear speaking voice
  • Maintaining an up to date working knowledge of all property amenities as well as any special events

Job Requirements:

The ideal Tour Guide will have previous experience as a tour guide or attractions host or hostess and have a passion for The Stanley Hotel and its history.

The minimum qualifications for this position are:

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to learn and retain The Stanley Hotels historical and technical information
  • Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
  • Ability to move throughout the property (standing, walking) for extended periods of time
  • Must have the ability to communicate clearly and directly with guests using a positive, clear speaking voice
  • Ability to read, comprehend and write simple instructions and/or short correspondence and memos
  • Must have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Room Discounts
  • Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Posted April 14, 2025

The Stanley Hotel

About This Property

The Stanley Hotel is famous for its old world charm. This historic property was originally built in 1909 by FO Stanley the inventor of the Stanley Steam engine or more infamously as ‘The Stanley Steamer.’ The hotel has a legendary history over the past 100 years and was popularized by Stephen King through the movie ‘The Shining.’ The story is fictional but inspired by his stay during memorable a low-occupancy period.

The Stanley Hotel is located in Estes Park, a town in northern Colorado best known for being at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park, home to diverse wildlife and miles of trails. The Stanley Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of the Historic Hotels of America. 

Key Features

  • Situated on over 50 acres with more than 20 buildings creating a “city within a city” environment
  • 202 rooms, suites, condos, cottages and the new Aspire hotel which includes 40 5-Star rooms
  • 13,000 square feet of indoor meeting space
  • 22,000 square foot full-service spa and 1,500 square foot fitness center
  • Four restaurants and lounges, including the Whisky Bar, which is the third largest whisky bar in the US (over 1600 varieties), coffee shop, chocolate shop, and gift shop

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