Glenwood Springs

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Relax in hot springs or ski down snowy trails at this Colorado resort town that’s close to some of the best ski fields in the world.

Colorado’s Glenwood Springs is a popular vacation spot known for its natural surroundings and relaxed small-town atmosphere. Explore the area with outdoor activities such as paragliding, climbing or hiking, and then enjoy the town’s variety of restaurants, bars, shops and day spas. 

Come during the summer to make the most of the area’s hiking and biking trails. Glenwood Canyon is lined with dozens of paths suitable for all experience levels. Follow the track along Dead Horse Creek to reach Hanging Lake, a small basin that appears to be suspended over the cliffs below. Rent a kayak or canoe, or join a rafting tour to explore the Colorado River. Paddlers from all over the world come to experience the manmade Glenwood Springs Whitewater Park, which runs alongside the river. 

Enjoy a variety of sports in Glenwood Springs during the snow season, which usually runs from November through March. The town is less than an hour’s drive from six world-renowned ski mountains including Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Vail, Buttermilk, Snowmass and Beaver Creek. Visit nearby Sunlight Mountain Resort, a 470-acre (190-hectare) tract of land offering trails for skiers, snowboarders and snowshoers of all levels.  

In any season, families will love Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, which features roller coasters, ziplines and other attractions set against a scenic backdrop. The park also offers walking tours of wide caves.

Also open year-round is the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. Watch the kids play on the slides as you relax in the warm mineral-rich water, or swim a few laps in the “big pool,” which is the length of a football field.

Highways run directly through Glenwood Springs and connect the town with nearby cities. The town is less than an hour from Aspen’s airport. There’s an Amtrak Station with services from San Francisco to Chicago, and a Greyhound bus station. Glenwood Springs has a condensed downtown so it’s easy to get around this area on foot. For daytrips, it’s best to rent a car.

Where to stay in Glenwood Springs

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Hotel Colorado
Hotel Colorado
3.5 out of 5
526 Pine St, Glenwood Springs, CO
The price is P6,489 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
P6,489
P7,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,387 reviews)
"A beautiful place to stay in Glenwood Springs. Offers all the amenities you would need and its in walkable distance if everything."

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Hotel Colorado
Hotel Glenwood Springs
Hotel Glenwood Springs
2.5 out of 5
52000 Two Rivers Plaza Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO
The price is P6,096 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P6,096
P6,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Been here a few times . Always clean . Beds are very comfortable . Staff is nice as well.."

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2024

Hotel Glenwood Springs
Hotel Maxwell Anderson
Hotel Maxwell Anderson
3 out of 5
402 7th Street, Glenwood Springs, CO
The price is P7,300 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
P7,300
P8,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,194 reviews)
"Clean, cute hotel. Convenient to shopping, restaurants and Breweries."

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Hotel Maxwell Anderson
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Gant
The Gant
4 out of 5
610 SOUTH WEST END STREET, Aspen, CO
Book a stay at this boutique condo in Aspen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (831 reviews)
"Immaculate place, friendly and attentive staff, and beautiful views"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

The Gant
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
4 out of 5
557 Stan Miller Dr, Breckenridge, CO
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Breckenridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,145 reviews)
"Love the indoor/outdoor pool and 3 large hot tubs. Rooms are large and very well stocked."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
Sentral Union Station
Sentral Union Station
4 out of 5
1777 Wewatta Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Always good place to stay. Clean, great service, convenient location."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Sentral Union Station
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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