If you want to stretch your legs and go on a fascinating journey, you can feel the magic in Buena Vista, Colorado. It offers you the small-mountain-town vibe along with beautiful views wherever you look. You’ll also find plenty of activities here to enjoy. Adrenaline junkies, for instance, can go four-wheeling on dirt roads such as Chinaman Gulch and Carnage Canyon, hiking on the Sawatch Mountains, and biking or cycling on Monarch Crest Trail. Winters unlock some incredible activities such as dog sledding, snowmobiling, shopping for Christmas, and more. If you’re willing to go a little further, you’ll find Salida’s Hot Springs Aquatic Center just 30 minutes outside the city, where you can soak in healing hot springs. Scroll down for the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Buena Vista, Colorado, for a comfortable trip!
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 February 06, 2024.
1. Holloway Cabin (from USD 464)
Originally built in the 1800s, Holloway Cabin has been beautifully restored to its former glory, albeit with a few tweaks. While it retains its vintage charm, the amenities have been updated to match modern needs. A TV and board games are available indoors, while the outdoor area has a delightful hot tub. There’s even a Bluetooth sound system by the tub, so feel free to listen to your favorite songs while you relax!
This cabin is in the Rocky Mountains, meaning active guests will find plenty of trails for biking and hiking nearby.
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cozy cabin with great amenitiesthe hot spring pool was better than we had anticipated and the setting was stunningrelaxation and a comfortable space to unwindbeautiful hot spring poolthe bed was incredibly cozy & we so appreciated the well stocked refrigerator & kitchenCleanliness:
super clean and well maintainedit was clean and decorated beautifullyall great quality and felt cleanvery clean with any essential item you might wish for (ethe property is so unique and special - it is spacious clean and has everything you could needHost:
the owners and employees were very attentive to our comfort and needsthe owners go above and beyond to make sure your stay is perfecteverything is thought of and the staff was super nice and helpfulthe host was extremely responsive and answered all questions almost immediatelyjacqui and the other staff have thought of everything to make your stay perfectRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great for hiking and visiting towngreat hot springs close to town and big horns on the slopes across the roadgreat stay perfect place to enjoy the hot springssuch a relaxing place the hot springs were the bestit is definitely worth the money for this place
2. Buffalo House (from USD 231)
Buffalo House is only 2 mi (3.22 km) from downtown Buena Vista, placing its guests close to the action. However, its quiet surroundings ensure you’ll have a peaceful home to return to when you need it. When you’re not out exploring the town, you can spend your time on the spacious back deck, which is comfortably furnished and ready for gossip sessions.
This home comes with everything you need inside, including a huge kitchen bursting with amenities. However, if you feel cooped up, simply step outside and grill up your favorites with the barbeque facilities.
3. Tiny house for a couple (from USD 107)
Would you like to have a luxurious stay while marveling at the murmur of a river flowing by? Check out this wonderful Tiny Treat located in South Main. With its location, recreational, dining, and shopping access are just mere steps away. Buena Vista Boulder Garden is actually just a block away, featuring rock climbing for all levels. It is a tiny house yet fully equipped with the basic house rooms and a loft. It even has its own air conditioning! The decoration of this house is something to look forward to, as it tells you the brief local history. It surely deserves the moniker “Tiny Mansion” as nicknamed by locals.
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there was coffee/filters condiments of all sorts full bottles of great showering products and amazing towelsthe couch and bed were super comfy as well we will definitely come backeverything you need for a very comfortable trip complete with washer and dryercozy but modern with lots of thoughtful touchesyou won't believe how stylish relaxing and comfortable this space isCleanliness:
it was laid out well very clean and plenty of thoughtful touchesit was very clean quiet at night and everything you need is thereimpeccable design spotless perfect locationit was very clean and cozy had all the necessities anyone would need for a weekcozy charming and sparkling clean such a fun experience to stay in the tiny treatHost:
jj & sarah were great hostssarah and jj were excellent hosts with great recommendationsthe host met us and she was very friendlyprinceton hot springs great hosts and hospitality :)the hosts were always quick to respond and had great info on the townRead more reviewsLocation:
cute cozy and spectacular locationeasy to walk to downtowngreat location within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants in towneasy 5 minute walk to the riverbeing right next to main street and walking distance to all the restaurants was very nice
4. Adorable cottage to unwind (from USD 71)
Are you in the mood to unwind and put all your worries behind? Maybe this adorable cottage can help you! It is located on the town limits and has a divine view of mountains and rivers, and downtown is just a walk or bike-ride away. The house itself is so comfortable, yet elegant and stylish, that you wouldn’t even think that it was a caboose before a home. You can even have your mini barbeque party on the patio with gas grills to access. Indeed, it is a small house with a big welcome.
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the view was fantastic and the cottage was cozywe were extremely comfortable in the amount of space provided in the cottagesimple and cozy the winter tree cottage was perfect for our stay in buena vistathis cottage is so cozy and was perfect for our long weekend in buena vistawe enjoyed streaming tv and a relaxing cottage stayCleanliness:
it was clean and quietit was very clean and comfortableclean and easy place to accessit was sparkly clean and had everything i needednice and clean placeHost:
owners very responsive and organizednathan was a great host thank younathan & cara are wonderful hosts & take great care of this cottageperfect place to get away everything was great and the hosts responded quickly whenever we had any questionsvery responsive and helpful with any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place close to towngreat place and convenient locationgood location ten minutes from cottonwood hot springs few minutes from downtown buena vistathe location is perfect for traveling to different placesplace was very close to town and to so many great hikes hot springs scenic drives etc
5. Small but definitely homey stay (from USD 73)
Take a look at this small studio apartment! It is located right on the edge of action in Buena Vista, which is close to downtown. You just have to take a very short drive to go to the mountains, biking and hiking trails, and the rivers and reservoirs. This small space will surely let you enjoy everything you want to visit in Buena Vista. You can even have access to the laundry if your stay is a six-night long arrangement. The neighbors are all friendly and will treat you as a family.
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the space is comfortable and she offers extras like coffee etcthe place was very clean had all the necessary amenities and the bed was comfortablethe premises is deceiving unkept but indoors the facility was really nicewe loved having a full kitchen and our kids loved the big backyardsarah had a couple fans in the room to keep it cool on a hot summer dayCleanliness:
the space was very clean and had everything we neededgood clean unit convenient locationsarah’s place was very clean comfortable and quietthe description is very accurate everything was very clean and cozythe place was tidy attractive and cleanHost:
sarah was an excellent hostsarah was a great hostsarah was a great hostvery nice owners and respond to your questions quicklyhost is very responsive and lives on siteRead more reviewsLocation:
super central and close to everythinggood location for hikingcute little apartment in a great locationgreat location in a beautiful townwell located and easy to find
6. Charming accommodation for up to three (from USD 98)
Perfect stay for solo, couples, or three travelers! You can even have your pet dog stay with you, as long you pay the pet fee. This might be a small, simple, bungalow-styled house but you shouldn’t have worries as it has everything you need inside— from soft cozy beds to well-functioning kitchen and bathrooms. You might actually lose track of time when you stay in this house! It is also just a few steps away from all the amazing shops and restaurants.
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the bed is comfortable and the main room has a nice couch chairs and table for your thingsthe kitchen gets so much natural light that made that my favorite room in the housethe shower gets super hot too which we lovedwe loved this little bv cottage for its great location and comfortable outdoor spacecomfortable bed and well equipped kitchen in a cozy little cottage in this mountain townCleanliness:
very clean and welcomingvery clean and i’m pickythe house was very clean and just like the picturesthe house was clean and cozy with everything you might need for your stayit’s a clean cozy and comfortable spot to enjoy the town or stay inHost:
also anna is a fantastic hostanna is a great hostanna was a great host she was incredibly accommodating and responded quickly when we had questionsanna was very quick to respond on messaging and is a good hostanna was great to communicate with she was very responsive and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatcute place in a great locationgreat location to downtown bvamazing location super comfortable bedthe location is was amazing
7. New apartment with ample sunshine (from USD 126)
Do you want to have a jaw-dropping view of sunrise to start off your day with? Rent this brand new private apartment! Relax and feel the luxury of having a cup of coffee or tea as you marvel at the mountains and sky from your large deck. The house is fully equipped and well-functioning. Also, it is only three blocks away from Main Street and a few minutes’ walk to the popular South Main neighborhood. Make sure to check it out and be bewitched by the beauty that this apartment unfolds.
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the kitchen was so well stocked and organizedCleanliness:
five stars very clean and comfortablesuper clean stylish and adequately equippedthe place was extremely clean welcoming and cozyplace was clean modern and had everything we neededthe place was spacious quiet and very cleanHost:
the owners are super attentive and respond to questions really quickRead more reviewsLocation:
great sunny location within bvperfectly appointed great location and close to all you need in buena vistathe location is perfect set 2 blocks back from main streetlovely little place in the heart of bvthis is a great place to stay
8. The Rapid Ranch (from USD 129)
Have a great time with your family and friends as you enjoy the quiet and relaxing, yet fantastic experience that the Rapid Ranch can provide! Let yourselves float down the Arkansas River with your kayaks and be soaked in the nearby hot springs. Don’t forget to check out the famous hot tub spa, which is good for six persons, and the new REC room with a ping pong table, pool table and dartboard. May it be a stay inside this house or stroll down to Main Street, it will surely be the greatest of all time.
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wonderful views fully stocked kitchen ample space and thoughtful touchesthe rec room is a really nice touch as wellwe also appreciated the well-supplied kitchenthe space was cozy and i loved the styleand the stylish decorations made it calm and comfortableCleanliness:
alex’s place was very clean and cozythe house is nicely decorated and very cleanit was very clean and had everything we neededit is clean and has stylish decorthe house is beautiful and cleanHost:
alex was an awesome host who was available to answer questionshost was easy to communicate with and offered great recommendationsgreat hosts had an amazing stayprinceton was the best alex is a great host who answered all our questions right awayalex was great and extremely responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome place in a great locationa great location near multiple restaurants and tons of places nearby to hikethe place is awesome so close to everything hot springs hiking great restaurantswe loved our stay here the location is outstandingeverything is close and the place itself is awesome
9. Cool cabin for a camp-like experience (from USD 100)
Do you want a hundred percent camp-like feeling for a vacation or everyday life? Then this cozy newly remodeled cabin decorated like an 1800’s trappers cabin is perfect for you. Everything is aesthetically decorated and the kitchen is well-equipped. Don’t forget to check how fluffy the beds are! Have a great night as you use the gas grills and fire pits to cook an amazing meal while swaying to relaxing music and warm stories. Be reminded that you can stay in this house, may it be winter, summer, fall, or spring, and the views will still be jaw-dropping and great for pictures.
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comfortable bed and linensCleanliness:
it's very clean and well stockedcabin was awesome very clean with neat historic touchessuper quiet and cleanthe entire cabin was clean and well-maintainedclean super fast responseHost:
owners went out of their way to help usRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location quiet area close to town and hot springsthe cabin was perfectly located as it is very close to everythinggreat place to stay close to the mountainseasy walking to main street and generally a great locationgreat location close to everything in town yet still secluded
10. Dreamy home close to wildlife (from USD 130)
For a fabulous experience book this queen-sized accommodation all for yourself. You can enjoy a private bath and alternatively soak in the hot tub right outside the door. This room is unmistakably elegant in all ways; from the designs and decorations to the well-maintained amenities. Don’t forget to say hi to the deer that walk by every now and then.
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from the keurig coffee maker to the hot tub to the quiet and peaceful apartmentcompletely wonderful so cozy and we felt spoiled with coffee and the hot tub we would definitely returnotherwise the room was very clean and they provided cream for coffee in the morningthe pictures do not do this space justice it is adorable and incredibly comfortablethe bed is super comfortableCleanliness:
everything was clean and cozyclean cozy and so comfortablevery tidy and cleana clean quiet great little spacevery simple space clean quietHost:
exemplary hosts and amazing cozy spot i plan to return tobea and her partner were super kind made us feel welcome and ensured we were taken care ofbe was most helpful and accommodatingbest pet friendly airbnb i've stayed at in a long timebea and wrex were fantastic hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and great accommodationwalkable to the main st and cute neighborhoodthe location was greatgreat little spot located close to towngreat space close to town
11. Newly built guesthouse in a quiet location (from USD 112)
This newly built guesthouse is located in the residential heart of Buena Vista and you can actually enjoy strolling around, especially late in the afternoon, trying to catch the sunset, or during the breezy dawn, trying to start the new day with a beautiful sunrise view over Mt. Princeton. You can also enjoy the big sky outside your window. You get access to off-street parking and great amenities, including laundry and charcoal grills. Don’t forget to have a good cup of coffee and tea as enjoy your stay here!
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comfortable beds with kitchen and washer/dryer accessible is a great plusgreat place with lots of roomvery well thought-out and comfortable it had everything we needed and morethe place was very comfortable for our small familywe loved it wonderfully comfortable with everything we neededCleanliness:
clean and modern spaceclean convenient and very comfortableit was very cleansparkling clean lovely comfortable spaceclean comfortable and everything you needHost:
great host and great spacejosh was a great host and the place was perfectwe will definitely stay here again next year great hostsabsolutely beautiful place josh and afton are wonderful hostsjosh and afton have a beautiful guest house but best of all they were amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little place and close to main stlocation of the place was perfect with short walk to downtownit's nice quaint space located within walking distance of downtown bvsuch a cute relaxing placegreat place very centrally located
12. Cozy house for relaxing
Let’s start with this charming, cozy, and creative house located right in the heart of the historic downtown! Surely, you will be delighted as it is just half a block away from Main Street. You can have a walk to the trails and River Park, or visit the local shops, restaurants, and hot springs. This is the perfect house to stay, rest, and relax after a day of your own kind of adventures. The house has a comfortable and clean space with fluffy beds, a well-equipped bathroom, and its very own separate patio for outside seating. You can even practice wall climbing inside this house.
Buena Vista, Colorado, United States
9.17 km (5.7 mi) from Noah's Ark Whitewater Rafting & Adventure Co.Top guest reviews
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the space is unique comfortable and has amazing natural lightwe hope to be back again to the buena vista garden apartmentthe apartment was lovely the climbing wall was a fun bonus we enjoyed evenings on the patio toothe garden apartment was truly perfect for our stayhighly recommend both visiting buena vista and staying at earl’s apartment when you doCleanliness:
clean space with thoughtful toucheswhat a fun clean inviting spacesuper comfortable clean and fun spacethe apartment was clean and welcomingthis place was clean quiet and privateHost:
very nice hoststhe hosts were so helpful and very responsive to our questionsvery sweet hoststhanks earl for a being a great hostthe host was amazing and welcoming and responded to messages quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location - can walk to everything in towngreat location and cool spacethe location was fantasticthe location is perfect right in the middle of downtown bvthe location is fantastic - so close to downtown and restaurants and very close to outdoor activities
Relax and experience greatness in Colorado!
Enjoy the greatness of sceneries and experiences that nature can provide! Excited to visit Buena Vista soon? Make sure you try these magnificent homes as you plan for your next travel outing!
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