Top Colorado Hotels for a Winter Getaway

With the turning of the calendar page, Colorado’s enchanting winter season graces us, offering a fresh perspective on enjoying the state’s beauty. When you step into these inviting retreats, you’ll find yourself yearning for winter to be an eternal companion.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, Avon

Attraction for Getaway: Nestled on an exclusive mountainside just a stone’s throw away from Beaver Creek’s ski lifts, The Ritz-Carlton has mastered the art of blending refinement with rustic luxury. From the moment your car keys are handed over to the valet, to the blissful “ahhh” as you sink into 400-thread-count linens, it becomes evident why this resort consistently ranks among the world’s finest.

Warmth and Comfort: Plush leather chairs in The Great Room and grand floor-to-ceiling fireplaces create a welcoming ambiance reminiscent of a cozy Colorado cabin. Guests can relish in complimentary access to eucalyptus steam rooms and a rock-lined grotto complete with refreshing cucumber slices for tired eyes. Come nightfall, savor the experience of roasting marshmallows over the colossal fire pit.

The Bradley Boulder Inn

Attraction for Getaway: The Bradley embodies a snug oasis in a city renowned for its dining, shopping, and unique culture. Here, meticulous planning is unnecessary. The Bradley starts your day with coffee, pastries, fresh fruit, and hot quiche, and further pampers you with an afternoon wine and cheese hour. The complimentary membership at the nearby One Boulder Fitness facility helps balance those inevitable epicurean indulgences.

Warmth and Comfort: As a 12-room boutique hotel, The Bradley offers an intimate and snug retreat right in the heart of Boulder’s vibrant downtown. Curl up with a book and a glass of wine in the fireplace-warmed living room adorned with contemporary decor.

General Palmer Hotel, Durango

Attraction for Getaway: This elegant 1898 Victorian hotel nestled in Durango’s historic district exudes an air of distinction. Rich dark woods and gentle lighting complement carefully chosen period furnishings. Explore galleries, theaters, and restaurants within walking distance and enjoy close proximity to Purgatory.

Warmth and Comfort: The spacious lobby welcomes guests with hot, locally sourced coffee and freshly baked cookies, a nod to traditional hospitality enhanced by on-site bellmen services.

Hotel Teatro, Denver

Attraction for Getaway: Situated in the cultural heart of the state, opposite the Denver Performing Arts Complex, this boutique hotel seamlessly melds the allure of theater with modern conveniences, crafting a captivating sanctuary for the winter season.

Warmth and Comfort: Stroll through the chic Renaissance Revival interior adorned with theatrical memorabilia. Dine at the award-winning on-site restaurants and retreat to your room, adorned with rich gold tones, cherry wood, down duvets, a cashmere mattress, and a deep soaking tub.

The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs

Attraction for Getaway: Once you step foot on this 3,000-acre AAA Five-Diamond haven, there’s no reason to venture beyond its borders. Everything you desire is here, from a top-tier day spa, swimming pools, outdoor hot tubs, year-round championship golf courses, and tennis courts to children’s programs and specialty shops. The list goes on.

Warmth and Comfort: After indulging in the above activities or wandering the immaculate grounds, delight your culinary senses with one of The Broadmoor’s many dining options, ranging from fine French and Italian cuisine to modern American fare.

Little Nell, Aspen

Attraction for Getaway: Aspen’s sole ski-in/ski-out hotel lives up to the cosmopolitan glamour that the mountain town has earned over the years. The recently renovated lodge has a unique talent for making every guest feel like royalty.

Warmth and Comfort: Offering a first-class experience, Little Nell boasts heated marble flooring and walls, sumptuous lounge chairs, and an impressively stocked wine cellar. The concierge team stands ready to walk your dog, wax your skis, and warm your ski boots.

The Peaks Resort & Spa, Telluride

Attraction for Getaway: Ascend the gondola from downtown Telluride and float away above snow-covered mountains to this full-service oasis where comfort and serenity reign supreme.

Warmth and Comfort: Immerse yourself in 42,000 square feet of pampering indulgence at The Spa at The Peaks Resort, the largest of its kind in Colorado. Whether it’s an alpine glow facial, sports massage, or a rejuvenating body treatment, this spa has it all.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

Attraction for Getaway: Enjoy the vacation of a lifetime without ever leaving the Four Seasons’ domain (except, of course, for hitting the ski slopes). The hotel takes care of all your skiing logistics, measuring you upon arrival and having your gear prepped, warmed, and waxed for the next day at the Ski Concierge building near Gondola One. It couldn’t get any more convenient.

Warmth and Comfort: Everything at this luxury-grade hotel is designed to keep you cozy: from heated ski boots and towels to plush robes and down comforters. Even the enormous outdoor pool and the adjacent patio are heated. Don’t miss the indulgent “Haut Chocolate,” a delectably creamy spin on a winter favorite, prepared tableside in leather-chair luxury.