The Most Budget-Friendly Hotels to Book in Colorado

Conveniently close to the vibrant town of Fort Collins, the Best Western Kiva Inn offers a complimentary continental breakfast each morning. All the rooms include desk spaces, high-speed internet, hot drink makers, refrigerators, microwaves and mountain views. Other perks include a gym, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a steam room and a business center. On the dining front, there’s a long-standing steakhouse on the doorstep.

Built in the early 1930s by a husband-and-wife team, this retreat in the foothills of the Rocky Mountain range prides itself on being the oldest continuously operating motel in Boulder. Crafted from hewn-pine logs, it oozes character with cozy furnishings and phones that look like they are rotary dial. Stays include a continental breakfast. When it comes to activities, bikes are available to rent, and there are dozens of scenic hiking trails.

If you fancy stepping back in time, this historic Colorado hotel in the tiny alpine community of Twin Lakes has served guests since 1879. There are 12 uniquely styled rooms, including four with private bathrooms. The website warns that “people were smaller in the 1800s, so our rooms aren’t as spacious as what you’ll find in a hotel that’s made from precast concrete” – but who cares when you have such beautiful surroundings to explore. The Wild West-style Saloon serves up a spread of local specialties, and stays include a continental breakfast.

This funky hostel in the heart of Denver is described as an “affordable base camp for exploring” and “a watering hole for meeting new friends.” Exposed feature walls and eclectic furnishings complement a communal kitchen, lounge and bar. Stays start cheap in the shared bunk rooms sleeping up to nine people. For more privacy, there are double rooms available as well.

The central location of this modern high-rise – part of Marriott’s millennial-focused Moxy brand – makes it an ideal spot to explore the bustling city of Denver. The stylish rooms feature functional furniture, large flat-screen TVs, cozy chairs, fast wifi and fun artwork. Many rooms also have mountain views. There’s a restaurant, a bar and a beer garden to get into the holiday swing of things, and a free drink is offered upon checkin.

For party lovers, this boutique hotel in the center of the Lower Downtown neighborhood in Denver promises to get the toes tapping. The place doubles up as a hotel and a nightclub, so you can roll from the dance floor straight into bed. At the restaurant, a happy hour and brunch run all day, so you don’t have to worry about sleeping in.

The health of the planet is at the heart of this thoughtfully designed Colorado hotel, and a tree is planted for every guest who stays. There are 174 renovated rooms, and each comes with ecofriendly bathroom products, a Himalayan salt lamp and a yoga mat. The hotel has a co-working space for business travelers, and on the food front, a range of locally sourced produce makes up the menu.

This homey lodge offers a mix of private and shared accommodation for travelers to use as a base while exploring the mountainous Pikes Peak region. There’s a fully equipped shared kitchen with free tea and coffee, lounge areas and a peaceful back garden with mountain views. For road-trippers, there’s a parking space for an RV or camper van.