Top 4 Hotels With Lazy River In Colorado, USA - Updated 2024

Laura
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Colorado is a mountainous state in the western part of the United States. The natural attractions are aplenty here. There are the famous red rock formations known as Garden Of The Gods in Colorado Springs. If you are an avid hiker or camper, you may wish to visit Rocky Mountain National Park which features towering mountain peaks, pristine lakes and an abundance of wildlife. Other than outdoor attractions, you may want to pop by Denver Museum of Nature and Science. The museum exhibits cover natural history, indigenous culture, Egyptian artefacts as well as astronomy.

With so much to experience in Colorado, do consider one of these hotels with lazy rivers that allow you to fully relax at the end of a long day while the kids splash around. Check out our list of the top hotels with lazy river in Colorado, USA.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to lazy river. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 20, 2024.

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1. Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center; Aurora

Be prepared to be greeted by the grand lobby of Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center situated in Aurora, Colorado. It sits near Golden Gate Canyon State Park as well as Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests.

The guest rooms exude a cosy feel and come with spacious bathrooms and seating areas. The hotel comes with both indoor and outdoor pools to cater for different seasons of the year. Families with kids will be thrilled to find a lazy river in the on-site Arapahoe Springs Water Park. The facility is heated and open every day of the week from 9am to 9pm. There is a rocky cave, water jets and bubblers to make your floating experience even more fun. Note that the lazy river is seasonal, so make your booking accordingly.

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Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center

Address: 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard
199.1 km (123.8 mi) from Monarch Mountain

Other accommodations with lazy river in Colorado, USA

2. Sky Ute Casino Resort; Ignacio

Looking for a self-sufficient entertainment hub in southwest Colorado? Look no further as Sky Ute Casino Resort located in Ignacio offers you a wide variety of amenities onsite.

This resort offers guests facilities such as bowling and games arcade. There is also a mini golf course and Chimney Rock Playground Area for the whole family. Fitness buffs will enjoy the gym equipped with professional-grade machines to support your health goals.

For other forms of relaxation, you will be delighted to know there is a swimming pool, hot tub and lazy river for a slow serenade on a bubble couch.

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Sky Ute Casino Resort

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 14324 US HWY 172 North
190.91 km (118.7 mi) from Monarch Mountain

3. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort; Nathrop

Book a stay at the picturesque Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort for a tranquil getaway that is off the beaten track. The property is located in Nathrop, Chaffee County, which is a pristine area filled with lush greenery and panoramic mountain views.

The property is famous for its hot spring pool which is heated by geothermal forces to a temperature of around 105-degree Fahrenheit (41-degree Celsius). Other relaxation options include the creekside hot spring, water slides and a lazy river which is perfect for families with kids. The property also offers accommodation in winter houses made of timbre during the cold seasons.

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Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

Address: 15870 County Road 162
28.55 km (17.8 mi) from Monarch Mountain

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4. Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs

Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs offers cosy accommodations in rooms featuring stylish wooden furniture and themed decor. It is the perfect home away from home for families with children. It comes with an indoor water park with multiple attractions such as a water fortress treehouse that is four storeys high, tandem tube rides, thrilling water slides and a chance to play basketball in the water. Adults can unwind in the lazy river while the kids frolic around.

For some retail therapy, the hotel offers a gift shop and a marketplace for kids to select themed costumes and gear.

Stayed at this property?

Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs

Address: 9494 Federal Drive
142.56 km (88.6 mi) from Monarch Mountain

Explore Colorado with your loved ones

Let Colorado amaze you with its natural attractions and a wide range of exciting offerings. At the end of a long day, choose to relax at a hotel by floating down a lazy river. Or, you can even spend the whole day having fun with your kids in the water parks. Book one of the properties listed above and make beautiful memories with the whole family in Colorado!

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