Get away for a weekend of pampering, relaxation and fun outdoor activities at one of these great hotels, inns and lodges near Denver. Quick weekend trips from Denver include Estes Park, Evergreen, Minturn, Idaho Springs, Niwot and other beautiful Colorado towns.


Hotel Boulderado - 40 minutes from Denver

Hotel Boulderado - 40 minutes from Denver

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Hotel Boulderado is not just a comfortable place to lay your head after a busy day. Bursting at the seams with historic charm, this hotel perfectly combines the elegance of yesteryear with all the modern facilities today’s traveler demands. Hotel Boulderado has been a local landmark for more than 100 years and boasts wonderful views of Downtown Boulder and the Rocky Mountain foothills. You can choose from a variety of comfortable and well-appointed guest rooms and suites, including accessible Queen and King Rooms. Although you'll be just a few minutes' walk from everything, you can enjoy on-site dining at Spruce Restaurant which serves delicious local seasonal fare. Things to Do in Boulder

2115 13th Street, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303 442 4344

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Frisco Lodge - 1 hour 45 minutes

Frisco Lodge - 1 hour 45 minutes

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Located on Main Street of the charming historic mining town of Frisco, Colorado, the Frisco Lodge Bed and Breakfast has been greeting guests with comfort, luxury, and old-world hospitality since 1885. A range of opulent rooms with refined furnishings will make you feel pampered and relaxed, and the beautiful cozy living room with a piano and fireplace will allow you to meet some interesting people and have a chat or a glass of wine in the afternoon.

Just minutes out of the lodge is all the action you could possible want, from boating on Lake Dillon to hiking or skiing in the Eagles Nest Wilderness or they nearby famous Colorado ski resorts. Let Frisco Lodge be your base for a memorable Colorado visit. Things to Do in Frisco

321 Main St, Frisco, CO 80443, 800-279-6000

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The Silver Lake Lodge - One hour drive from Denver

The Silver Lake Lodge - One hour drive from Denver

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Tucked away in the Rocky Mountains in Idaho Springs, the Silver Lake Lodge is a cozy log cabin-style lodge that offers a relaxing and luxurious mountain retreat. Artfully blending rustic luxury with warm Colorado hospitality, the lodge boasts plush guest rooms with private bathrooms, modern amenities, and delicious, home-cooked cuisine. Guests can choose from a variety of retreats that cater to different size groups, from romantic one-bedroom cabins to family-sized lodges.

The Silver Lake Lodge is situated in the place where the gold rush began in the 1800s, and the area is dotted with fascinating remnants to explore. There is also an abundance of activities to enjoy close by, including hiking, mountain biking, wildlife, and bird watching and snow-based sports in the winter. More info

336 Crest Drive, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, 303-567-9299

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Niwot Inn - 45 minutes

Niwot Inn - 45 minutes

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The Niwot Inn and Spa offers a tranquil and relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of big city life. Centrally located in historic downtown Niwot and set on a beautiful tree-lined street, the welcoming inn is shaded by large cottonwood trees and features a bubbling natural stone fountain on the main deck to set the mood.

There are 14 individually decorated guestrooms, each furnished with rustic décor and modern amenities. Floor-to-ceiling natural stone fireplaces create a cozy ambiance, and handcrafted beds and lush linens beckon you to try them. Relax in the comfort of your room or enjoy a pampering in-house massage before heading out into town to enjoy an exceptional dining experience at one of the many local restaurants.

Niwot Inn, 342 2nd Avenue, Niwot, CO 80503, 303-652-8452

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Chalet Val d'Isere

Chalet Val d'Isere

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High on the mountain in a secluded small cove surrounded by aspen and spruce trees in Steamboat Springs, Chalet Val d'Isere is an esteemed, private bed and breakfast perfect for those romantic souls who like their peace and tranquility. The décor is elegant and comfortable, with shiny maple floors and soft oriental rugs, and rooms are full of small decorative pieces that have their own stories.

There are two modern comfortable and spacious rooms with their own bathrooms, and a lovely common room with a fireplace, a pool table, games, and a TV. You are just a short drive from all the action of Steamboat Springs, ski slopes in the winter, and bike trails in the summer. Things to Do in Steamboat Springs

2415 Val D'Isere Cir, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487, 970-846-7006

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The Surf Hotel and Chateau, Buena Vista

The Surf Hotel and Chateau, Buena Vista

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The Surf Hotel and its sister property, the Surf Chateau is located in the heart of Buena Vista, where you can combine a multitude of outdoor recreational facilities with welcoming European-style boutique accommodation. The hotel directly overlooks the rapids of the town’s Whitewater Park, and offers comfortable but unpretentious accommodation. Although many visitors come to Buena Vista to enjoy the white-water rafting activities, there are plenty of other attractions including hiking the Buena Vista River Park, kayaking or fishing on Cottonwood Lake and visiting the local Deerhammer Distillery. Families and groups who would prefer a little more space can rent one of the cottages in the Surf Chateau.

Surf Hotel and Chateau, 1012 Front Loop, Buena Vista, CO 81211, 719 966 7048

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Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, Colorado Springs

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, Colorado Springs

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Romance is always in the air at the beautiful Garden of the Gods Resort in Colorado Springs. Here couples can truly escape their daily routine and look forward to a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend. The resort offers a choice of beautifully appointed guestrooms, suites, cottages and casitas. Those in need of rest and relaxation can opt to spend their days relaxing by the pool or being pampered at the on-site Strata Spa. However, if you are after an action-packed getaway you have also come to the right place. Colorado Springs is known for offering a wide variety of fun outdoor activities including hiking, biking, tennis, golf and zip-lining.

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, 3320 Mesa Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, 800 923 8838

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Highland Haven - 35 minutes

Highland Haven - 35 minutes

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The romance of Highland Haven will embrace you the moment you cross the bridge over cool Bear Creek at the entrance to this fairytale lodging. Located on the foothills of the charming town of Evergreen just a half hour drive from Denver, Highland Haven offers almost decadent luxury, total privacy, and outstanding amenities. You can choose between Luxury Suites, Junior Suites, Cottages and Guest Rooms. All are exquisitely decorated with a mix of antiques, luxury textiles, and superbly crafted rustic wood.

The rooms have private entrance, some have private hot tubs and fireplaces, and all have magnificent views of unspoiled nature à la Colorado. Highland Haven is a great place for a romantic weekend, a honeymoon, or a corporate retreat. Highland Haven is located 35 minutes from Denver.

4395 Independence Trail, Evergreen, CO 80439, 303-674-3577

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Four Mile Creek Bed and Breakfast

Four Mile Creek Bed and Breakfast

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Would you like to stay in a historic red barn, a former milk room, or an original historic log cabin and get an idea of how the original Colorado settlers lived? Converted to the luxury Four Mile Creek Bed and Breakfast, this former 1885 homestead is a quaint reminder of the area’s adventurous past. With its main lodge building, old converted barn, and two log cabins, the Bed and Breakfast today offers rustic luxury and unparalleled comfort. The rooms are furnished with antique pieces and fireplaces, with luxurious bathrooms featuring claw foot tubs, conveying a sense of times gone by while providing entirely modern comfort and amenities.

Snuggled in a peaceful valley not far from Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Four Mile Creek Bed and Breakfast is located along the picturesque Four Mile Creek just 8.4 miles from the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. It is surrounded by an expanse of green, natural space perfect for pleasant strolls. There are also plenty of comfortable outdoor sitting areas. A hot breakfast is offered in the morning in the main dining room. In the valley just a short drive away is Sunlight Mountain Resort Ski Area with great skiing in the winter and excellent hiking after the snow melts. Things to Do in Glenwood Springs

6471 County Rd. 117, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, 970-945-4004

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Lawson Adventure Park and Resort, Dumont

Lawson Adventure Park and Resort, Dumont

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The Lawson Adventure Park and Resort offers the ideal romantic getaway for fun-loving couples. The resort is conveniently located just 35 miles west of Denver, which means you have more time to fit a ton of activities into your getaway weekend. Visitors can choose from comfortable cabins with all your home comforts or try a glamping experience in one of the camping yurts. Activities are season-dictated and include skiing and snow-boarding, snow-shoeing, ATV tours and ice fishing in winter. Summer visitors can go hiking, enjoy river rafting and floating, zip-lining, kayaking and much more. Midweek visitors can book special Ski and Stay packages including a free ski pass.

Lawson Adventure Park and Resort, 3440 Alvarado Road, Dumont, CO 80436, 720 790 7409

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One Ski Hill Place, Breckenridge

One Ski Hill Place, Breckenridge

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Nestled at the base of Peak 8 in Breckenridge, One Ski Hill Place offers convenient and luxurious ski-in/ski-out accommodation. I deal for romantic weekend getaways, guests can choose between various condo sizes from studios to spacious 3-bedroom units. All the accommodation features top-end furnishings and large picture windows overlooking the beautiful alpine scenery. The resort is ideally located close to all the skiing facilities and just steps from the BreckConnect Gondola. Although skiing is usually the motivation to visit, the resort is equally attractive during the summer months when you can enjoy the stunning scenery on foot along several hiking trails. There are two indoor swimming pools, an outdoor hot tub and an on-site spa. Things to Do in Breckenridge

One Ski Hill Place, 1521 Ski Hill Road, Breckenridge, CO 80424, 970 547 8800

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Minturn Inn - 2 hours from Denver

Minturn Inn - 2 hours from Denver

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Nestled between Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts in Minturn, The Minturn Inn is an authentic Rocky Mountain lodge. Guests can choose to stay at one of two of the lodges – the first is a beautifully refurbished hewn log home on historic Main Street while the second rests on the banks of the Eagle River.

Guest rooms at both lodge buildings are tastefully decorated and fully equipped with the necessary amenities for absolute comfort, including private bathrooms with showers and soaking tubs, stone fireplaces, and flat-screen televisions. The inn is situated within walking distance of the town’s restaurants, bars, and clubs, as well as other entertainment and events that happen on a regular basis. The Minturn Inn is located two hours from Denver.

442 Main Street, Minturn, CO 81645, 970-827-9647

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The Silk Pincushion

The Silk Pincushion

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The Silk Pincushion is a lovely Victorian bed and breakfast in the heart of Golden that promises an unforgettable stay. Three beautifully decorated Victorian-style guest rooms exude luxury and charm with large beds dressed in homemade quilts, private bathrooms with showers, deluxe toiletries and soaps, and other modern amenities such as free wireless Internet throughout the house. Homemade breakfast is served each morning in the bright and sunny dining room, where you can relax over freshly brewed coffee and chat with the owners.

Guests have the freedom to come and go via a keypad code to the house and can enjoy a number of things to see and do in Golden on their own. The Silk Pincushion is within easy walking distance of downtown Golden with a variety of museums, galleries, shops and restaurants to explore. The Golden Gate Canyon National Park and Red Rocks National Park are also close by. More Mountain Day Trips From Denver

1523 Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401, 303-278-8813


Grand Colorado on Peak 8, Breckenridge

Grand Colorado on Peak 8, Breckenridge

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Imagine relaxing in the hot tub as you watch skiers skimming down the slopes just outside your window. This could be exactly what you can anticipate when you book a romantic getaway at the Grand Colorado on Peak 8. Your accommodation choices include everything from a simple studio apartment to a spacious 4-bedroom condo for the whole family. All the accommodation choices offer everything the discerning traveler demands including luxury furnishings, great views and excellent services. Breckenridge hosts several summer and winter events including the December Race of the Santas and the digital Light, Water and Sound event on the 4th of July.

Grand Colorado on Peak 8, 1627 Ski Hill Road, Breckenridge, CO 80424, 866 539 2102

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The St Mary's Inn

The St Mary's Inn

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Centrally located in central downtown Colorado Springs, The St Mary’s Inn is a cozy turn-of-the-century guesthouse close to the Colorado College and all the downtown restaurants. Built in 1895, the quaint 14-bedroom inn has been beautifully restored to offer pleasantly done up bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and all the amenities you could want.

Bedrooms enjoy air-conditioning and central heating, mini refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi while private bathrooms have rain showers and whirlpool whirlpools. A delicious full English breakfast is served each morning in the inn’s elegant dining room, and lunch and dinner can be taken at the inn on request. The inn is within walking distance of several excellent restaurants in Colorado Springs as well as other entertainment.

530 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1106, 719-540-2222

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The Little Nell, Aspen

The Little Nell, Aspen

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The Little Nell nestles in the heart of Aspen’s winter wonderland. Here world-class skiing goes hand in hand with world class accommodation and award-winning culinary experiences. Recently renovated, the guestrooms and suites offer the last word in comfort and style, making the Little Nell an ideal option for a romantic getaway or special anniversary. Specially curated winter adventures include options to ski outside of the usual times, learning to drive a snow cat and much more. Summer adventures include hiking, off-road tours and fly-fishing excursions. After a busy day you can return to Little Nell to enjoy some of the best available food and wine in Aspen. Things to Do in Aspen

The Little Nell, 675 E. Durant Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, 855 920 4600

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Baldpate Inn

Baldpate Inn

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Boasting a rich history, cozy accommodations, delicious cuisine, and spectacular mountain views, the Baldpate Inn is a traditional mountain getaway that has been enchanting visitors for nearly 100 years. Built in 1917, the inn is located seven miles south of Estes Park next to the Rocky Mountain National Park and offers a variety of things to see and do. Well-appointed guest rooms are decorated with country mountain flair. You’ll find niceties such as handmade quilts and calico dust ruffles, and rooms also feature en-suite bathrooms and spectacular views.

Guests are treated to a delicious gourmet three-course breakfast every morning along with complimentary bedtime snacks. An intimate library and comfortable lobby offer the perfect place to curl up with a book, an experience that is even nicer when it’s done in front of a crackling fire. The adjacent Rocky Mountain National Park provides a variety of activities from hiking and mountain biking to mountain climbing, fishing, and wildlife watching.

4900 South Hwy. 7, Estes Park, CO 80517, 970-586-6151

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Steamboat Grand, Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Grand, Steamboat Springs

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Active couples who enjoy outdoor adventures will find that the Steamboat Grand resort in the Yampa Valley is an ideal destination for a romantic getaway. Located just steps from the ski slopes, Steamboat Grand is a wonderful winter destination offering exciting Night Skiing, cross-country and other winter sports. You can set off to explore on foot with show shoes or join a fun snow-mobile tour. Other romantic activities include sleigh-ride dinners and hot-air ballooning. If you choose to visit during the warmer months you can enjoy activities like hiking, horse-back riding, fishing and more. After a busy day you can soak those muscles at one of the town’s natural hot springs.

Steamboat Grand Resort, 2305 Mt. Werner Circle, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487, 877 237 2628

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Winter Park Chateau

Winter Park Chateau

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Located in Lions Gate Drive in Winter Park, Winter Park Chateau is a boutique Victorian-style bed and breakfast ideally placed, as it allows visitors to easily explore the surrounding area. The Chateau offers well appointed, comfortable accommodation in the form of eight guest rooms, which feature king, queen, or double beds, designer décor, private bathrooms, and amenities such as flat-screen televisions and wireless Internet. Some of the rooms have fireplaces, jetted spa baths and private balconies with stunning views.

The house also features a hot tub on the second-floor deck, a modern entertainment living room with a large, flat screen television for movie watching and a lovely terraced back garden with a gazebo. Winter Park Chateau enjoys a prime downtown location within walking distance to many restaurants, cafés, and bars, as well as nightclubs. It is within walking distance of the ski mountain and close to four championship golf courses and Rocky Mountain National Park. Things to Do in Winter Park

405 Lions Gate Drive, Winter Park, CO 80482, 970-726-2884

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Georgetown Mountain Inn

Georgetown Mountain Inn

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Ideally located within a few miles of the Loveland ski area, the Georgetown Mountain Inn offers a cozy alpine atmosphere with spectacular mountain views. Situated within walking distance of Georgetown’s historic downtown area and its eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, the inn features 33 comfortably furnished guest rooms with private bathrooms and modern amenities.

Rooms enjoy large beds, plush décor, kitchenettes with microwaves and fridges, and cable TV and free wireless Internet, and guests have access to a year-round indoor heated swimming pool and an outdoor hot tub. Sip complimentary morning coffee accompanied by muffins in front a crackling fire in the inviting lobby before heading out to enjoy some of the many outdoor activities in the area. Things to Do in Georgetown, CO

1100 Rose Street, Georgetown, CO 80444, 303-569-3201

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The Red Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast

The Red Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast

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The Red Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast is a lovely country-style guesthouse nestled amongst five acres of ponderosa pines in East Parker. Located just a few minutes from Southlands and downtown Parker, the bed and breakfast features comfortable guest rooms with private bathrooms, amenities such as flat-screen televisions and wireless Internet, and an inviting lobby for relaxing and socializing with other guests.

A library full of books, DVDs, and board games is available for guests to enjoy and a crackling fire is lit in the lobby in winter and offers an ideal spot to relax with a book. A full hot, homemade breakfast is served each morning in the sunny dining room, and a fire pit in the backyard can be used for toasting marshmallows in the summer months. More info

11147 E. Bronco Drive, Parker, CO 80138, 303-840-6235

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The Ski Tip Lodge

The Ski Tip Lodge

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There is a sense of history in the meticulously renovated 1800’s historic stagecoach stop that has been converted to a rustic and charming bed and breakfast. All rooms are wonderfully decorated with period antiques and there are a variety of essential and pampering amenities, including plush down comforters. The comfortable lounging area with exposed beams and a stone fireplace lure you in for a relaxing moment, a nap, or quiet time with a book. The lodge offers more than just a fabulous breakfast.

Its legendary restaurant and Chef Jordan Alley serve memorable four-course meals with an excellent wine list. Located in lively Keystone, The Ski Tip Lodge is just minutes from great skiing or snowshoeing, and visitors can also stroll along the streets of this fun town with great shops, restaurants, and live music. Things to Do in Dillon, CO

764 Montezuma Rd, Dillon, CO 80435, 970-496-4950

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Driving Distances from Denver

From Denver, CO To Driving Time
Fraser, CO1 hour 35 minutes
Frisco, CO1 hour 20 minutes
Idaho Springs, CO40 minutes
Niwot, CO45 minutes
Estes Park, CO1 hour 230 minutes
Steamboat Springs, CO3 hours
Golden, CO30 minutes
Breckenridge, CO1 hour 30 minutes
Boulder, CO50 minutes
Crested Butte, CO4 hours 20 minutes
Evergreen, CO40 minutes
Glenwood Springs, CO2 hours 40 minutes
Steamboat Springs, CO3 hours
Minturn, CO2 hours
Golden, CO230 minutes
Aspen, CO3 hours 35 minutes
Colorado Springs, CO1 hour 9 minutes
Greeley, CO1 hour
Estes Park, CO1 hour 30 minutes
Winter Park, CO1 hour 30 minutes
Georgetown, CO1 hour
Parker, CO35 minutes
Dillon, CO1 hour 20 minutes

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