Weekend Getaways in Colorado

The Little Nell is a stylish ski-in-ski-out resort located at the base of beautiful Aspen Mountain, surrounded by things to see and do. The gorgeous resorv offers convenient access to the Silver Queen Gondola and top area attractions such as the Aspen Art Museum.

92 guest rooms and suites offer amenities such as Lavazza Blue espresso makers, 48-inch flat screen televisions, a video-on-demand system, and Bose bluetooth speakers, with complimentary minibar snacks and regional and national newspapers refreshed daily. Enjoy a romantic dinner at the iconic Ajax Tavern, element 47 and a carefully-cultivated 20,000-bottle wine cellar. Relax in the heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. When you feel like being active, head to the health center with spa treatments. You'll be close to great Aspen restaurants, shopping and activities.

Address: The Little Nell, 675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, CO 81611, Phone: 970-920-4600

Enjoying an enviable location in the heart of Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club is dedicated to offering the best recreation and the best relaxation in the state. You are invited to choose from a selection of welcoming guest rooms and suites, cottages and casitas. Once you have settled in you can get ready for the weekend getaway of your dreams. Do as much or as little as you like – you could just relax around the pool or book a day of pampering at the spa. Outdoor enthusiasts can spend their weekend playing golf and tennis, hiking, biking or zip-lining. After a busy day you can look forward to enjoying a delicious dinner at one of three appealing on-site eateries.

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

C Lazy U Ranch is America's premier guest ranch and a beautiful vacation spot for families and couples. Situated 8,000 feet above sea level in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, C Lazy U's 8,500 acre property is an authentic dude ranch with cattle and working horses. The staff welcomes guests to share the outdoors with them, as well as experience the fellowship that can be gained with one's horse and the pleasures of mountain life. Guests may wish to be active bycycling, hiking, swimming and flyfishing, or may simply be there to enjoy the clean air, the alpine meadows with their carpets of wildflowers, and the stunning views of the mountains and valleys that surround the ranch.

C Lazy U Ranch is located near Granby where you can find great things to do. The drive to the ranch takes less than a two-hour drive from Denver (86.1 miles via I-70 W and US-40 W). The 43 guest accommodations at C Lazy U are five-star, timbered, gorgeous and sumptuous. All of the cabins are within walking distance of the Main Lodge, and stays at the ranch are all-inclusive. Cabins are furnished with fireplaces built with local stone. The Lazy You spa is situated in the meadow on the banks of Willow Creek. Two of the massage tents are built over the creek and have glass floors, so massages may be enjoyed while watching the water burbling over the creek's rocky bottom. The Lazy You spa offers massages, facials, body wraps, scrubs and soaks in traditional copper bathtubs.

Address: 3640 CO-125, Granby, CO 80446, Phone: 970- 887-3344

The Leland House and Rochester Hotel are family-owned historic hotels with an authentic Western theme. The 14 rooms at the Rochester Hotel are themed after Westerns that were filmed in the Durango area. Each of the 12 accommodations in the Leland House is named after a historic Durangoan and is decorated with that person’s memorabilia, biographies and photos. All rooms have Wi-Fi, cable, Aveda products, complimentary gourmet breakfast and free Cruiser bike rentals.

Grab a drink at the Rochester Bar which serves the hotel’s signature Rochester wine.

Special events, concerts, and intimate celebrations are held at the Rochester Secret Garden.

Each morning, a gourmet breakfast is served with menu items such as French toast with raspberries or fresh basil and feta scramble.

Address: The Leland House and Rochester Hotel, 726 East 2nd Avenue, Durango, Colorado 81301, Phone: 970-385-1920

Head to The Sebastian, a luxurious hotel located within the heart of popular Colorado ski village Vail, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains within the majestic Arapaho National Forest. The resort, which offers direct skiing access to Vail Mountain Gondola One station, features beautifully-appointed guest rooms and suites decked out with top amenities such as flat screen televisions, DVD players, Nespresso machines, and iPod docking stations. Some upgraded rooms add kitchenettes, private living rooms, and cozy fireplaces, along with balconies overlooking the area's beautiful mountain scenery.

A wide variety of visitor amenities are provided on site for all guests, including a newly-renovated all-ages gaming room, a contemporary art-stocked library area, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an upscale spa, and year-round heated pool and hot tub areas.Guests can dine at the The Sebastian's signature Leonora restaurant, which serves up gourmet American dishes crafted from locally-sourced ingredients, or enjoy beer, wine, and spirits from its full-service Frost bar.

Address: The Sebastian, 16 Vail Rd, Vail, CO 81657, Phone: 970-331-0698

Set on 200 beautiful, serene acres, Blue Lake Ranch Bed and Breakfast near Durango is the perfect getaway for those who want to get away from it all. Take romantic walks through the flower gardens and gaze across the trout-filled lake on your vacation. Guests are accommodated in charming cottages and houses, surrounded by flowers.

Address: Blue Lake Ranch Bed and Breakfast, 16919 CO 140, Durango (Hesperus), Colorado 81326, Phone: 970-385-4537

Taharaa Mountain Lodge in Estes Park is a beautiful country lodge just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. Set on five acres, the lodge offers vacationers nine rooms and nine suites with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Guest room decor incorporates natural elements from the region. Each room and suite has floor-to-ceiling windows, fireplace and a panoramic outdoor deck, perfect for savoring the view. Ask for one of the suites with a whirlpool tub if you are planning a romantic getaway or a honeymoon in Colorado. The lodge has a sauna and a cozy massage room where guests can enjoy a variety of treatments, such as aromatherapy, hot stone massage and facials. Delicious morning breakfast and evening happy hour are included in the cost of your stay.

Address: Taharaa Mountain Lodge, 3110 South Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, Colorado 80517, Phone: 970-577-0098

Della Terra Mountain Chateau is one of Estes Park's premiere boutique inns, located at the Fall River entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park. The 14-acre chateau is a perfect spot for romantic getaways, offering rustic mountain lodge decor in 14 luxury guest rooms and suites. All rooms offer mountain views from private balconies and top amenities such as soaking tubs, walk-in showers, flat screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Private rental cabins are also available, offering additional space with kitchenettes and hot tubs.

All suite guests receive free daily breakfast service in the resort's dining room, with signature drinks and light bites served up at the chateau's Loft Bar.

Luxury onsite amenities include the Essence Spa, a dry heat sauna, a beauty salon, a movie theater room, and a relaxing lounge with a two-story fireplace and waterfall.

Address: 3501 Fall River Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517, Phone: 970-586-2501

Book a stay at the Wine Country Inn in Palisade, serenely nestled amidst 21 acres of beautiful vineyards. After a busy day of exploring guests can look forward to returning to their spacious and comfortable queen or king guestrooms or suites.

For an extra treat you could consider booking the Vintner’s House whirlpool King Suite which has a separate living room and kitchen. You are invited to partake of a special private label wine tasting. There are two restaurants where you can enjoy delicious farm-to-fork French cuisine, drinks and nibbles. A large seasonal outdoor pool and daily breakfast complete the picture. Palisade is 3 hours 45 minutes from Denver (231.7 miles via I-70 W).

Address: Wine Country Inn, 777 Grand River Drive, Palisade, CO 81526, Phone 970 464 5777

Conveniently located in downtown Denver, Kimpton Hotel Monaco puts guests smack dab in the middle of it all. Sports spectators can easily access the Denver stadiums on game day, and the nearby Denver Convention Center hosts all kinds of events from comic cons to beer festivals. At the hotel itself, the Panzano restaurant satisfies the appetites of hungry travelers with contemporary Italian cuisine.

The hotel also throws in complimentary coffee and tea service each morning along with a free reception of wine and beer in the evenings. The playful, yet sophisticated decor in the hotel rooms blend Western charm with a funky urban style, perfect for a visit to Colorado.

Address: Kimpton Hotel Monaco, 1717 Champa Street, Denver, CO, Phone: 303-296-1717