Must-see hotels in Colorado

  • Queen Anne Bed & Breakfast Inn

    Denver

    Soft chamber music wafting through public areas, fresh flowers, manicured gardens and evening wine tastings create a romantic ambience at this eco…

  • Crawford Hotel

    Denver

    Set in the historic Union Station, the Crawford Hotel is an example of Denver's amazing transformation. Rooms are luxurious and artful, with high ceilings…

  • 10th Mountain Division Hut Association

    Aspen

    This organization manages a system of over 30 backcountry huts across Colorado – a few with wood-burning saunas. Most are connected by 350 miles of trails…

  • Broadmoor

    Colorado Springs

    One of the top five-star resorts in the US, the 784-room Broadmoor sits in a picture-perfect location against the blue-green slopes of Cheyenne Mountain…

  • Hostel Fish

    Denver

    This swanked-out hostel is an oasis for budget travelers. Stylish, modern and squeaky clean, dorms have themes – Aspen, Graffiti, Vintage Biker – and…

  • Chautauqua Lodge & Cottages

    Boulder

    Adjoining beautiful hiking trails to the Flatirons and in a leafy neighborhood inside Chautauqua Park, this is our top Boulder pick. It has contemporary…

  • Little Nell

    Aspen

    A legendary ski-in, ski-out Aspen landmark offering understated, updated elegance and class at the foot of Aspen Mountain. Gas-burning fireplaces, high…

  • Art – a Hotel

    Denver

    As the name suggests, this hotel has intriguing artwork in the guest rooms and common areas, befitting its location, just around the corner from the…

  • Limelight Hotel

    Aspen

    Sleek and trendy, the Limelight's brick-and-glass modernism reflects Aspen's new school. Rooms are spacious, with stylish accoutrements: granite…

  • Garden of the Gods Resort

    Colorado Springs

    The best views in town are had from this elegant resort that overlooks Garden of the Gods. Elegantly appointed with just the hint of southwest touches,…

  • St Julien Hotel & Spa

    Boulder

    In the heart of downtown, Boulder’s finest four-star option is modern and refined, with photographs of local scenery and cork walls that warm the ambience…

  • Briar Rose B&B

    Boulder

    Gorgeous and comfy, this tranquil home is a stone's throw from Naropa University. A tall fence and landscaped garden insulate it from busy Arapahoe Ave…

  • Boulder Adventure Lodge

    Boulder

    You’ve come to Boulder to get outdoors, so why not stay nearer the action? Located a short distance from town, the A-Lodge has hiking, biking, climbing…

  • Difficult Campground

    Aspen

    The largest campground in the Aspen area, Difficult is one of four sites at the foot of Independence Pass and the only one that takes reservations…

  • Great Wolf Lodge

    Colorado Springs

    Colorado Springs' newest kid-friendly attraction is a winner for its fun activities, including mini-golf, climbing and bowling; its slew of cool year…

  • Brown Palace Hotel

    Denver

    Standing agape under the stained-glass-crowned atrium, it’s clear why this palace is shortlisted among the country’s elite historic hotels. There’s deco…

  • Ramble

    Denver

    This is the new Denver. Energetic, sophisticated, artsy, fun, irreverent, the Ramble has the feel of a historic hotel (even though the building is brand…

  • Curtis

    Denver

    The Curtis is like stepping into a doo-bop Warhol wonderworld: 13 themed floors, each devoted to a different genre of American pop culture. Rooms are…

  • Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast

    Denver

    Fall under the spell of Castle Marne, one of Denver’s grandest old mansions. Located in the historic Wyman District, it dates from 1889 and is on the…

  • Hotel Monaco

    Denver

    This ultra-stylish hotel is a favorite with the celebrity set. Modern rooms blend art-deco and urban Western styles – think bold colors, bovine prints and…

  • Oxford Hotel

    Denver

    Marble walls, stained-glass windows, frescoes and sparkling chandeliers adorn the public spaces of this classy hotel built in 1891. Denver’s first hotel…

  • Hotel Boulderado

    Boulder

    With over a century of service, the charming Boulderado, full of Victorian elegance and wonderful public spaces, is a National Register landmark and a…

  • Hotel Teatro

    Denver

    Elegant surroundings and impeccable service make this luxurious boutique hotel one of Denver’s best. The 112 rooms and suites are gorgeous, done up with…

  • Dove Inn

    Colorado

    Built in 1868, this B&B gives a nod to the home's past – Victorian wallpaper, ironwork beds, quilt bedspreads – but doesn't go overboard (no porcelain…

  • Capitol Hill Mansion B&B

    Denver

    Stained-glass windows, original 1890s woodwork and turrets make this delightful, gay- and family-friendly Romanesque mansion a special place to stay…

  • Bradley Boulder Inn

    Boulder

    An elegant downtown Boulder mansion with polished wood, local art and stained glass salvaged from a nearby church, this is a great upscale option. More…

  • Rainbow Lakes Campground

    Colorado

    Surrounded by lodgepole pines, this campground sits at 10,000ft with access to brilliant hikes on the eastern side of Rocky Mountain National Park. Though…

  • Omni Interlocken Resort & Golf Club

    Denver

    Have a glass of champagne while checking into the impressive four-diamond Omni. Although the location isn’t so hot – in the 'burbs between Denver and…

  • Patterson Historic Inn

    Denver

    This 1891 grande dame was once a senator's home. It's now one of the best historic bed-and-breakfasts in town. The gardens are limited, but the Victorian…

  • Lumber Baron Inn Gardens

    Denver

    Built in 1890, this elegant B&B in the cooled-out Highlands neighborhood stands out from the pack. Each of its five suites features ceiling murals,…

  • JW Marriott Denver at Cherry Creek

    Denver

    Urban chic meets Western elegance at the JW. Spacious digs come with high-thread-count sheets, plump beds and marble bathrooms featuring top-class soaps…

  • Hotel Jerome

    Aspen

    Superb service and relaxed elegance are trademarks at this historic hotel. A long-time favorite with Aspen’s old-money crowd, the Jerome occupies a…

  • Kimpton Hotel Born

    Denver

    Born to be different, this stylish business hotel overlooks Union Station, and you can see excellence in everything they do. The 200 rooms blend pine, mid…

  • Tyrolean Lodge

    Aspen

    One of the few midrange lodges in Aspen, the Tyrolean is a popular, family-owned option, located within walking distance of downtown. The white condo…

  • Source Hotel

    Denver

    Talk about vertical integration, this stylish boutique above the Source gives you in-house access to some of Denver's best restaurants and boutiques. The…

  • Hyatt Grand Aspen

    Aspen

    Soak in your private hot tub on your private deck and take in the gorgeous mountain views at sunset – the perfect way to end a perfect Aspen day…

  • Hotel Aspen

    Aspen

    The hip Hotel Aspen is one of the better picks in town, with a casual vibe and affordable luxury. Modern decor features rust-hued walls, a wet bar and…

  • Molly Gibson Lodge

    Aspen

    One of two tasteful good-value properties across from each other on the edge of downtown. Rooms are redone regularly, which means fresh paint, lush linens…

  • Magnolia Hotel

    Denver

    Housed in an old bank building, this 13-story European-style hotel offers old-world charm, modern amenities and good value in the heart of downtown. Its…

  • Residence Hotel

    Aspen

    Affectionately dubbed 'the Harry Potter Hotel,' the Residence is certainly the most unique place to lay your head in town. Consisting of one- to three…