Top Hotels in Boulder, CO

Just 30 minutes from Denver, Boulder is nestled in the foothills of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and is an idyllic escape to nature. Experience the town’s laid-back ski-friendly vibes and explore the trails and treats this unique city has to offer. Whether you’re visiting in winter to hit the slopes or enjoying the summer’s warm Colorado sunshine, we have the best hotels in Boulder for your trip, no matter the occasion or duration.  

Here, you’re in the hometown of the beautiful campus of the University of Colorado Boulder. Colorful leaves and snow-capped mountains make for a striking background to this quaint, charming city center. We have the top hotels in Boulder for a relaxing retreat to the tranquility of nature. Stroll along Boulder Creek Path, where you’ll find miles of paved trails through the heart of Boulder. Enjoy the beautiful scenery while you hike, walk or bike along babbling creeks as you travel under a canopy of shady pine trees to take in the fresh air and mesmerizing landscape views. Boulder Creek Path winds through the city along an eight-mile trail and features a whitewater kayak park perfectly for canoeing, tubing or kayaking down the refreshing Boulder Creek. Explore this scenic walkway along the banks of the running water that’s popular with joggers, hikers and bikers.  

Boulder is famous for its iconic Flatirons, massive slanting slabs of gray sandstone that jut out, forming a stunning and unique geographic backdrop. To take in these historic formations, head to Chautauqua Park, a sprawling nature reserve home to the Colorado Chautauqua historic district and the Chautauqua Trailhead, where you can explore 40 miles of hiking trails full of breathtaking mountain views. Here, you are surrounded by rolling meadows of green grass, colorful wildflowers and local wildlife. Have your camera in hand to snap pictures of deer, eagles and moose who roam throughout the prairies. You can also catch a show at the historic Chautauqua Auditorium, home of the Colorado Music Festival, which hosts folk, rock n’ roll and blues concerts.   

We have downtown Boulder hotels that are perfectly placed in the city center, steps away from exciting areas like Pearl Street Mall. This picturesque brick-paved pedestrian walkway is the heart of the city where locals and visitors alike flock to stroll, shop and sip along the busy main street. Browse boutiques and souvenir shops, enjoy a delicious meal, and a sample of the area’s craft brews for the quintessential Colorado mountain town experience. Downtown is also home to The Museum of Boulder at The Tebo Center, a family-friendly destination offering hands-on technology activities and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. The museum is housed in a renovated former Masonic Lodge, and its rooftop observation deck features panoramic views of the stunning views of the Flatirons.  

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