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How to Find Luxury Hotels in Colorado Springs, Colorado

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Find Luxury Hotels in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Find Luxury Hotels in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Colorado Springs, Colorado, founded in 1871, has developed from a luxury spa resort into a bustling city that still carries with it a small town, friendly feel. Considered the gate to southern Colorado's outdoor highlights, Colorado Springs is visited by 6 million people every year. Featuring all kinds of activities, both outdoor and indoor, Colorado Springs has more than enough to offer for the entire family.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

    Find Luxury Accommodations in Colorado Springs, Colorado

  1. Step 1

    Book accommodations at Broadmoor Hotel and Resort by calling (719) 577-5775 or visiting its Web site (see Resources below).

  2. Step 2

    Call (888) 892-3642 to reach the Colorado Tourism Council which can assist you with reserving luxury accommodations. Or you can reserve online through their Web site (see Resources below).

  3. Step 3

    Stay in luxury by the Garden of the Gods Visitors and Nature Center, located in an amazing natural area of sandstorm formations.

  4. Step 4

    Consider staying in luxury near Glen Eyrie Castle, the historic 18th century home of General William Jackson, the founder of Colorado Springs.

  5. Step 5

    Stay downtown, where you'll find many hotels offering luxury accommodations. The downtown area offers a vibrant combination of parks, eateries, shops and street art.

  6. Step 6

    Visit Pike's Peak, the most visited mountain in North America. Make the most of your trip by finding luxury accommodations to soothe you after a vigorous day of climbing!

  7. Get Around Colorado Springs

  8. Step 1

    Fly into the Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. To get to your luxury accommodations, you can catch a hotel shuttle, offered by many major hotels and resorts, on the lower level of the baggage claim area.

  9. Step 2

    Get around town on the Mountain Metropolitan Transit (METRO).

  10. Step 3

    Glory in breathtaking views while riding the historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad, which has both gourmet lunch and dinner trains.

  11. Step 4

    Catch the Express Shuttle, which significantly reduces travel time to and from major destinations in Colorado Springs. The shuttle boat's limited number of stops will get you to your next destination faster than other public transportation options.

  12. Know Your Destination

  13. Step 1

    Money Magazine recently rated Colorado Springs as the very best big American city to live in.

  14. Step 2

    Enjoy the multi-faceted nature of Colorado Springs, Colorado that makes it a modern urban area. You can find parks, bike trails, and lots of open spaces, not to mention world-class theaters, music, food and entertainment.

  15. Step 3

    Bask in the 250 days a year of average sunshine and appreciate the mild winters of Colorado Springs.

  16. Explore Colorado Springs, Colorado

  17. Step 1

    Rent a Jeep and explore the ruggedness of Pike's Peak, especially the south side of the mountain.

  18. Step 2

    Explore the Garden of the Gods Park on horseback.

  19. Step 3

    Test how adventurous you are and sail over Colorado Springs in a sailplane.

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