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
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
#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 Riverside Park or Arkansas River.

Downtown Salida
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
Golden

Downtown Golden

While visiting Downtown Golden, you might make a stop by sights like Clear Creek and Clear Creek History Park.

Downtown Golden
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 ￥16,001 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥16,001
￥22,699 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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! (3,206 reviews)
"Great to celebrate a 21st birthday!"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

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

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

4 out of 5
488 Main St, Black Hawk, CO
Fully refundable
The price is ￥15,987 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
￥15,987
￥24,075 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Black Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,129 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Denver Golden

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Denver Golden

3 out of 5
3301 Youngfield Service Rd, Golden, CO
The price is ￥11,770 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
￥11,770
￥13,476 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Golden. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
4.8/10 (1,738 reviews)
"Just few channels on tv"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Denver Golden
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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! (1,379 reviews)
"Had everything we needed. Location is easy walk to snowmass mall and quick drive to Aspen/Maroon Bells. We were in a third floor unit and enjoyed the Mountain View from our balcony although you are right above the hot tub so get some noise from that. Easy check in/out with the office."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 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! (893 reviews)
Relaxing stay in the heart of Aspen
"My three daughters and I stayed here for a girls' trip. Our experience couldn't have been better. The condo was nicely decorated, well equipped with a full kitchen, and very spacious and comfortable. The pool and hot tub were beautiful, and so peaceful and night when we used them. The Origin restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

The Gant
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! (884 reviews)
"aspen prices nice place tho."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Aspen Square Condominium Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theater scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

4.5/5(1,985 reviews)

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

4.5/5(444 reviews)

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

4.5/5(448 reviews)

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

4.5/5(140 reviews)

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

4.5/5(67 reviews)

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

5/5(199 reviews)

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