How to Find Cheap Hotels in Colorado Springs Colorado

Colorado Springs, Colorado, is less than an hour from Denver and sits in the shadow of Pike's Peak. 'The Springs' is also a haven for high-altitude jocks; it's the home of the U.S. Olympic Training Center and the Air Force Academy. Situated in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is a traditional Western town with plenty of outdoor activities.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• An Internet connection
• Maps of the Colorado Springs area
• A credit card to make a reservation

Know Your Destination

1. Understand the size and don't expect 'quaintness.' What began as a tiny resort destination in 1871 has now become the 49th largest city in the U.S.

2. Know your neighbors. The main industries here are defense, high tech, the Olympics, and big religion.

Get to Town

3. Land in the clouds. Colorado Springs has a major airport, although getting a flight and shuttle from nearby Denver may offer more options.

4. Drive in if you can. The drive through Southern Colorado is cheap compared to flying and offers postcard-like scenery featuring snow-capped mountains, beautiful rock formations, and roadside creeks.

5. Arrive off-peak. Traffic in Colorado Springs is some of the worst in the nation. If you're driving, plan to arrive between mid-morning and mid-afternoon.

Choose Your Colorado Springs, Colorado Accommodations

6. Shed the city slicker image. The area near Colorado Springs offers many chances for an old-fashioned dude ranch experience. This one-of-a-kind lodging can range from cheap to expensive.

7. Take your tent. The outdoor nature of the area allows for many chances to get cheap, star-filled accommodations. Check out both state parks and local campgrounds.

8. Aim for late spring or early fall in Colorado Springs to enjoy some of the best weather for camping as well as hiking, biking and more.

Find Attractions and Events in Colorado Springs, Colorado

9. Be prepared for a workout. Colorado is an outdoor kind of state, so be ready for some serious recreation such as ballooning, rodeos, fishing, golf, rock climbing and horse riding, to name but a few.

10. Get to the Garden. The Garden of the Gods is a series of nearby sandstone formations that are a must-see for anyone in Colorado Springs.

11. End your trip on the sweet side. Michelle's is a local ice cream parlor that's been keeping Colorado Springs happy for more than 50 years.

12. To book accommodations in Colorado Springs, Colorado, call Hotel Guides at 800-359-2522 or visit the link below.

Tips & Warnings

• You can fine-tune your search by looking for accommodations with (or without) swimming pools, group rates, pet-access or any number of particular amenities.
• The altitude in Colorado Springs is very high and you may experience shortness of breath, dizziness or headaches performing "normal" activities. Give yourself some time to acclimate.