The Shining Setting is a fictional location in the horror novel and film of the same name. It is a HOTEL called the Overlook HOTEL, and an INN called the Timberline INN. The Overlook HOTEL is a large, isolated resort located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. It is owned by a wealthy family and has been the site of many strange and supernatural occurrences. The Timberline INN is a small, family-run INN located near the Overlook HOTEL. It is a much more peaceful and welcoming place than the Overlook HOTEL, and provides a safe haven for those seeking refuge from the horrors of the Overlook HOTEL.