The Best Boutique Hotels in Boulder, Colorado
From a renowned historic landmark to a downtown B&B owned by an ordained Zen monk, these are the ultimate boutique hotels in Boulder, Colorado.
Located at the base of the striking Flatiron Mountains, Boulder is known for its abundance of world-class hiking, biking and running trails. The lively college town also has a thriving culinary culture and a buzzing music scene. From modern mountain-themed lodges to historic Victorian-era hotels, here are the top boutique accommodations to consider for your stay in Boulder.
Hotel Boulderado
Hotel
Basecamp Boulder
Boutique Hotel, Motel
On the edge of the University of Colorado at Boulder campus near the residential Goss-Grove neighborhood, Basecamp Boulder features 50 renovated rooms decorated with camping-inspired touches like sustainable beetle kill pine furniture and custom-made tapestry maps. The adventure-themed property also has its own rock climbing wall, plus an adjacent outdoor fire pit and a lobby bar stocked with craft beers from Boulder-based Avery Brewing Company and Upslope Brewing Company.
Boulder Adventure Lodge
Resort, Hotel, Lodge
Foot of the Mountain Motel
Boutique Hotel, Motel
Bordered on one side by the Boulder Creek at the base of Flagstaff Mountain, the aptly named Foot of the Mountain Motel exudes the charm of an old-school alpine getaway. The family-owned motel was built in the 1930s but underwent a renovation in 2014 to modernize the property while preserving its vintage feel. Today, the boutique motel features 20 modest rooms modeled after classic log cabins, plus an outdoor fire pit, bike rentals and a book-lending library.
Briar Rose Bed and Breakfast
Bed and Breakfast, Hotel
Owned by an ordained monk who has practiced Zen meditation for more than 30 years, the Briar Rose Bed and Breakfast features 10 tranquil guest rooms decorated with Japanese art and ikebana flower arrangements. The 1880s house, which is located in the quiet Goss-Grove neighborhood near downtown Boulder, features a lush garden in addition to a 400-square-foot (37sqm) meditation room. Meanwhile, the complimentary organic breakfast is worth a stay in itself, with delectable specialties that include homemade granola and a Southwestern frittata.
Alps Boulder Canyon Inn
Hotel
The Bradley Boulder Inn
Motel, Hotel
Niwot Inn and Spa
Hotel
The Niwot Inn & Spa was built in 1999 in historic downtown Niwot, just 15 minutes from Boulder’s Pearl Street. Its 13 rooms feature natural decor inspired by Niwot’s Native American roots, like clay walls, stone hearth fireplaces and wooden furniture made by local craftspeople. The family-run property also has an on-site spa where guests can unwind with a soothing massage after exploring nearby areas like Estes Park, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park.
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