15 Best Romantic Getaways In Colorado - Updated 2024

Tenissa
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How deep is your love for your partner? We love stories about love and we believe that love should be celebrated in the most romantic way possible. Romantic getaways are of course our top pick, but where to?


When talking about love, the first city that comes to mind is probably Paris, France. To some people, Paris is the most romantic city in the world. Thus, if you want to celebrate love, you have to go to Paris. But sometimes, you need a trip a bit closer to home than Paris.

There are many romantic destinations to be found in the US including Colorado. Colorado promises romantic getaways for lovers all while providing the most stunning views. Where should you stay during the most romantic getaway with your partner in Colorado? We’ve picked out the top accommodations for a romantic getaways in Colorado for the two of you.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 30, 2024.

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1. Garden of the Gods Club & Resort (from USD 295)

There is a reason why this luxury resort is called Garden of the Gods: if the Gods lived in the resort, they would never want to leave because of its breathtaking beauty! This resort features a golf course and full spa. Spend a romantic day getting pampered or walking in the gardens. Later, you can treat yourselves to fine dining at Kissing Camels Grille, where you can enjoy fresh local ingredients used to prepare the superb meals.

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Garden of the Gods Club & Resort

Address: 3320 Mesa Road
180.91 km (112.5 mi) from Maroon Bells

2. Family built cabin in Cripple Creek (from USD 557)

Though this romantic Airbnb in Colorado can accommodate up to 6 people, you can rent it just for the 2 of you. This vacation rental is located within walking distance to the historic town of Cripple Creek, Colorado. Surrounded by pine and aspen trees, this cabin makes a perfect option for couples who want a romantic getaway. The atmosphere is quiet and peaceful, allowing you to spend quality time together. There is a quite large kitchen for you and partner to prepare romantic dinners. At night, look up to the sky to see the beautiful starry night while holding each other’s hands!

Stayed at this property?
Cripple Creek, Colorado, United States
155.44 km (96.6 mi) from Maroon Bells
359 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 5 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were accommodating and generous
everyone we met were extremely friendly and hospitable
andy was an excellent host who responded in a timely fashion to all of my questions
the host is great and very helpful i would recommend staying to anyone looking in the area
andy is a great host and the fern house was amazing to stay at
Location:
great place and great location
just what we were looking for great location & a cozy cabin
a great cabin in an incredible location
this cabin is great secluded enough but still close enough to town
a great place to get away for a weekend
Cleanliness:
very clean and plenty of supplies
it was very clean and well kept
clean quiet spacious
clean and nice quality with just right rustic
cabin had everything we needed and was very clean and comfy
Amenities & Room:
no internet no wi-fi = total peace and tranquility
we have 2 teenagers who unexpectedly seemed to enjoy every wifi-less minute
if you drive to the small town cripple creek casino area you'll have great wifi and service connection
everything worked as expected and our 4-person group was completely comfortable
the cabin was gorgeous cozy and just the right distance from town to enjoy the amenities and events
Read more reviews
Monthly discount: 20% off

3. Cliff House at Pikes Peak (from USD 155)

One of the most romantic hotels in Colorado, situated in Manitou Springs, is Cliff House at Pikes Peak, which is perfect for a romantic getaway. Why do we call it perfect? Other than the superb facilities, such as a fitness center and great restaurants, the hotel’s location near the beautiful downtown Manitou Springs is ideal for fun. In around a 5 minute walk, you and your partner can explore the city all day together.

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Cliff House at Pikes Peak This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 306 Canon Ave
177.02 km (110.0 mi) from Maroon Bells

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

4. The Little Nell (from USD 1345)

A romantic getaway calls for luxury and fabulous couple’s activities. This is the only hotel in Aspen that offers a ski-to-door access. Therefore, you have the option of going skiing, fishing, or cycling together, or simply soaking in the hot tub and relaxing your muscles. If you seek something more customised, you may book a session with a personal fitness trainer or a couple’s massage by professionals. Pamper yourself and your partner to the core. If you are foodies, you might want to step into the on-site restaurant that offers an award-winning list of wines. Alternatively, you may book your seat at Element 47 for a scrumptious Italian lunch with a farm-fresh menu.

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The Little Nell

Address: 675 East Durant Avenue
14.47 km (9.0 mi) from Maroon Bells

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

5. Sonnenalp (from USD 369)

Bring your partner in for a surprise. if your partner loves outdoor activities you may treat them to a gondola ride. This gorgeous hotel is only a quick five minutes from Gondola One, which is a ski lift in this area. Alternatively, you might want your partner to experience a round of golf with you at the private 18-hole golf course here. If fatigue kicks in, pamper your loved one as you relax at the sauna. You may enjoy a drink after and then move on to any one of the three awesome on-site restaurants.

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Sonnenalp

Wifi Available

Address: 20 Vail Rd
77.43 km (48.2 mi) from Maroon Bells

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

6. Gorgeous guest house in Glenwood Springs (from USD 223)

To plan something unique you must choose an offbeat location despite remaining closer to town. Fall in love all over again at Julie’s. This fabulous cottage-style home is very close to hot springs and some nice restaurants. Host Julie ensures that you navigate easily in and around the area and find the best spots to have a good time. You can also go biking on the mountain trails. In the evenings, cosy up in the canopied deck with a cup of coffee or a glass of fine wine.

Stayed at this property?
Glenwood Springs, Colorado, United States
59.27 km (36.9 mi) from Maroon Bells
461 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
julie was a wonderful host and we enjoyed our stay here
julie was a great host and absolutely awesome little place
julie was an awesome host as well as quick and efficient with communication
would recommend highly and julie was very communicative
Location:
location was perfect as everything was within walking distance of downtown glenwood springs
great location and beautiful home
good central location steps away from downtown with shops and dining
really great location near many great spots to visit
wonderful location you can walk to restaurants bars and to the hot springs pool
Cleanliness:
very clean and thoroughly impressed
the place was very clean overall which was so important to us during a pandemic
unique clean modern and full of thoughtful touches
clean garage apartment with stairs to double bed
clean and comfy close to downtown
Amenities & Room:
there’s a nice patio with table and chairs
it was a great cozy cottage with all of the amenities we needed
cable tv if you’re taking it easy
the bathroom and shower are a nice space
Read more reviews

7. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad train
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Marcel Marchon / ... used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Imagine taking a trip on a train with your partner, very Old World romantic, isn’t it? The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad offers several options for guests who are looking for romantic getaways. The railroad runs between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado. There are several trips available for you to choose including a full-day trip, a half-day trip, a sunset trip, and galloping goose #5. The sunset trip is probably the most romantic option of all. Depending on the route you choose, the fare starts from 95.75 USD.

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

Address: 500 Terrace Ave, Chama, NM 87520

Price: from 95.75 USD

Contact: +1-8882862737

Website: Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

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8. Serene cottage on a creek in Colorado Springs (from 125 USD)

2. Serene & Beautiful Colorado Cottage on The Creek
Source: Airbnb

What is more romantic than spending the nights together with your partner in a private cottage located on a creek with views of waterfalls and Pike National Forest? It is more than possible to have a romantic getaway in this serene and beautiful Colorado cottage! Moreover, if you both love adventure, this vacation rental is perfect for hiking and biking together. Be healthy, be strong together!

Serene & Beautiful Colorado Cottage on The Creek

Price: from 125 USD

Number of Guests: 2

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9. Private room in Lynn's mountain cabin (from 55 USD)

Experience a stay in a private room surrounded by the mountains. Being one of the most admired Airbnbs in Colorado, romance will truly be all around you! This private room is very close to Woodland Park, so you can take a walk together admiring the beauty of the park while counting the reasons you love your partner.

Private Room in Lynn’s Mountain Cabin

Price: from 55 USD

Number of Guests: 2

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10. Cozy Ski-In Studio (from 118 USD)

A cozy and warm studio accommodation is perfect for a romantic getaway. Waking up to the serenity of the nature and the beautiful views of the mountains provides a peaceful getaway from busy everyday life. The studio is conveniently located near historic downtown Breckenridge, making it perfect for local explorations. Have a romantic shopping trip followed by dinner in the downtown as there are many shops and restaurants to choose from. If you two happen to be ski lovers, you can enjoy skiing in the mountains, but if you don’t ski, just enjoy the snow.

Cozy Ski-In Studio

Price: from 118 USD

Number of Guests: 2

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11. The stunning Broadmoor (from 200 USD)

True love deserves nothing but the best. Enjoy a Colorado couples’ getaway at the Broadmoor, where you will experience world-class service and be pampered like royalty! Located not far from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the hotel provides only the best for its guests. To start the day, you can have a swim in one of its three swimming pools. Then, have breakfast in one of the 18 dining sites in the hotel. There are plenty of activities for you to spend the rest of the day, such as golfing, getting a spa treatment, and playing tennis.

The Broadmoor

Address: 1 Lake Avenue , Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (see map)

Price: from 200 USD

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12. Dreamy romance Parisian honeymoon cottage (from 129 USD)

Since it’s just the two of you, a tiny house would be a great choice for the most romantic vacation. The small house known as “Dreamy Romance Parisian Honeymoon Cottage” in Colorado is the perfect option for lovebirds. In addition to the comfortable bed and beautiful decor, there is a small, beautiful, private garden where you can have a glass of wine with your partner and watch the changing colors of the gorgeous sunset.

Dreamy Romance Parisian Honeymoon Cottage

Price: from 129 USD

Number of Guests: 4

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13. Pepper Tree Restaurant

Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing

If you wish to have a romantic dinner outside of the hotel or resort you are staying at in Colorado Springs, you have to go to the Pepper Tree Restaurant. Its stylish architecture makes the restaurant one of the most beautiful in Colorado. You can enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline from the restaurant while feasting on a romantic dinner with your love. The restaurant serves high quality seafood, steak,s and legendary wines. Dining at the Pepper Tree Restaurant is a romantic and memorable culinary experience.

Pepper Tree Restaurant

Address: 888 W. Moreno, Colorado Springs, CO 80905

Opening Hours: 5 pm to 9 pm. Monday to Saturday.

Contact: +1-7194714888

Website: Pepper Tree Restaurant

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14. Gateway Canyons Resort, a Noble House Resort (from USD 507)

Highly rated for being a fabulous resort for couples, Gateway Canyons Resorts presents class along with amenities. While the property is maintained very well, you also have the liberty to be guided by the extremely helpful staff. As a couple, you can soak in the in-ground hot tub (only when you book a stay on the ground floor). If you are an active couple you might want to use the trails all around this resort or simply settle for a delightful swim in the pool. You get the perfect sunset view from this pool, which adds to the romantic vibe. In the evenings, curl up in your luxurious room and enjoy some quality time together.

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Gateway Canyons Resort, a Noble House Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 43200 Highway 141
182.65 km (113.5 mi) from Maroon Bells

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

15. Viceroy Snowmass (from USD 358)

Step into this plush resort and experience sheer bliss. If you are one of the outgoing couples, you might want to access the Snowmass Mountain’s ski lift facility from this property. However, if you’d prefer staying in, start with the balcony of the room and the grand mountain view it offers. The nip in the air might drive you inside when the best thing to do is to walk into the lobby bar that features a double-sided fireplace to warm you up and some fantastic drinks to set the mood. Dig into the delish signature Pan-Latin menu at TORO Kitchen & Lounge before retiring to the plushy beds that welcome you with exceptionally soft Egyptian cotton sheets.

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Viceroy Snowmass

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 130 Wood Road
12.18 km (7.6 mi) from Maroon Bells

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

Love is in the air in Colorado

You can have a romantic getaway anywhere actually, no need to travel far and wide. Life is about making beautiful memories, and while you have the chance, why don’t you go someplace else for a memorable experience?

After reading through our list above, don’t you think that Colorado is an excellent state for a romantic getaway for you and your true love? Find out your favourite from this list of the best romantic getaways in Colorado!

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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