Central Colorado, CO

Travel Guide

Central Colorado
Colorado
Colorado featuring snow and mountains
Golden
Golden featuring mountains and snow

Where to stay in Central Colorado

Aspen showing snow and mountains

Downtown Aspen

5/5(113 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Aspen, Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Aspen
Elk Falls Pond

Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to South Suburban Sports Complex or Highlands Ranch Golf Club.

Highlands Ranch
We had a great time here, watching the US/Belgium world cup match, with a great and very enthusiastic (college soccer player) owner, and crowd. The food is tex/mex style, quite good and the portions are generous

East Aspen

If you're spending some time in East Aspen, Roaring Fork River and Aspen Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

East Aspen
Great Mexican food. A step above the other burrito joints. Try the smothered Burrito.

Denver West

4/5(360 area reviews)

Mountain views, shopping, and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Denver West. Make a stop by Colorado Mills Mall or Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Denver West
From a hiking trip last fall! <3 Colorado. While this is not the most difficult hike, the views are absolutely spectacular especially when the Aspens are changing color. Early morning is the best time to go to get beautiful lake reflections. #Aspen

West End

4.5/5(62 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West End, Castle Creek Road and Wheeler Stallard House Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West End
#adaptivereuse in #Salida #colorado #historicpreservation #architecture According to the website about the facility:"The oldest part of the current building dates to 1887 and Salida’s first public lights were illuminated on December 7, 1887... The power plant was extended between 1909 & 1914 & again between 1929 & 1945... it was acquired by Public Service Company of Colorado in 1924. The Salida steam plant was operated only intermittently starting around 1931, reactivated in 1948, placed on standby in 1958, and retired in 1963, after which the structure was used for storage... until 1989 when the plant was converted into a theater." - salidasteamplant.com

Downtown Salida

You'll enjoy the bars and riverfront in Downtown Salida. You might want to make time for a stop at Arkansas River or Riverside Park.

Downtown Salida
Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

4 out of 5
488 Main St, Black Hawk, CO
The price is ₩149,763 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
₩149,763
₩225,531 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Black Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,140 reviews)
"Loved pool area clean and accessible"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

4 out of 5
111 Richman St, Black Hawk, CO
The price is ₩121,118 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
₩121,118
₩178,422 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Black Hawk. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,305 reviews)
"We enjoyed a day of football in the sports book Wish there was more food selections"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
The Inn at Aspen

The Inn at Aspen

3.5 out of 5
38750 CO-82, Aspen, CO
The price is ₩196,977 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
₩196,977
₩210,563 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Aspen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (877 reviews)
"Great professional, friendly service I really like this place"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The Inn at Aspen
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Aspen Square Condominium Hotel

Aspen Square Condominium Hotel

4 out of 5
617 East Cooper Avenue, Aspen, CO
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Aspen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (900 reviews)
"The property is well maintained and Great pool and hot tubs. Dining and shopping were right outside the hotel front door. We will be back here this upcoming ski season."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Aspen Square Condominium Hotel
Laurelwood Condominiums

Laurelwood Condominiums

3 out of 5
640 Carriage Way, Snowmass Village, CO
Stay at this 3-star ski condo in Snowmass Village. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 hot tubs, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,389 reviews)
"Wonderful condo- all remodeled. As clean as you can get!!"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

Laurelwood Condominiums
The Gant

The Gant

4 out of 5
610 SOUTH WEST END STREET, Aspen, CO
Stay at this 4-star 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! (903 reviews)
"Fantastic Hotel. Will book again"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The Gant
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Popular places to visit

Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theater scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Aspen Mountain which includes a small town or village, snow boarding and snow skiing

Aspen Mountain

At the heart of Colorado's skiing district lies a maze of challenging runs, many of which double as summer hiking trails.

Aspen Mountain
Snowmass Mountain

Snowmass Mountain

Hit the slopes in Snowmass Village with a visit to Snowmass Mountain. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this quaint area.

Snowmass Mountain
Royal Gorge Bridge featuring a bridge

Royal Gorge Bridge

Walk along the tallest suspension bridge in the United States and experience a cliff top thrill ride at a rocky river canyon.

Royal Gorge Bridge
A great shopping experience #denver #outdoor #shopping

Park Meadows Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Park Meadows Mall during your visit to Lone Tree. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Park Meadows Mall
Aspen Highlands featuring a lake or waterhole, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Maroon Bells

Explore the great outdoors at Maroon Bells and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Aspen. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this quaint area.

Maroon Bells

Cities near Central Colorado

Aspen Mountain showing mountains, landscape views and snow

Aspen

Colorado Springs featuring a bridge, a gorge or canyon and landscape views

Colorado Springs

Beautiful autumn day in Denver showcasing vibrant foliage and serene lakeside park activity

Denver

Grand Junction

Grand Junction