10 Best Short-Term Rentals In Fort Collins, Colorado - Updated 2024

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Fort Collins is at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. A good place to explore is its downtown. You can feast your eyes on historical buildings that have been restored to their former splendour. Even the walkways have been upgraded, making it a joy to get from one place to the other. Head to Mountain Avenue, where you’ll find Downtown Fort Collins Visitors Center and pick up brochures on self-guided tours here. You can also use the Historic Explorations Map to discover the original Old Town area or explore the city on a bicycle with a Bike System Map. Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and The Gardens on Spring Creek are other must-see attractions here. Fort Collins has a lot of experiences to offer, so you may want to save on your accommodation to splurge on tours and shopping. Check out these best short-term rentals in Fort Collins, Colorado.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.

1. Fantastic home with modern comforts (from USD 159)

This place, built in 1900, is a Fort Collins Historic Landmark. It has been completely restored and has been updated for today’s lifestyle needs. You can enjoy Wi-Fi and a 65-inch TV for entertainment. Moreover, you can use the fully equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals. You will also have lots of choices for parking, which you can do on or off the street. For sleeping options, you’ll get a queen-size bed in two bedrooms and two single beds in the third bedroom. A sofa bed is available in the common area.

Guests can even avail of great discounts of 10% upon booking this rental for at least seven nights.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the beds are quite comfortable
the beds are super cozy and the dining room table is massive and perfect for playing games
Cleanliness:
it was very clean comfortable and thoughtfully equipped
beautiful and super clean
the house was inviting and clean
Host:
the host was so responsive when i emailed with questions
Location:
this house is a great location to be able to walk everywhere
spacious historic home with the perfect old town fort collins location
excellent location if you plan to spend time at csu and old town
we found the accommodations beautifully clean extremely spacious perfectly located in close proximity to all the breweries
being able to park in the back was so nice
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2. Wonderful home for large groups (from USD 788)

Get a generous discount of 5% if you book this property for weekly stays or more. This grand and spacious home underwent remodelling in 2017. You can use two well-equipped kitchens to prepare meals. Everyone can enjoy what you have cooked on the front porch or the two backyard decks.

The backyard is private and has a wonderful garden. In the master bathroom, you’ll find a large soaking tub. Plus, this rental comes with two washers/dryers to handle the laundry needs of large groups.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
both kitchens fully functioning and of good size
we loved the dual kitchens for prepping and cooking our thanksgiving dinner
the house exceeded our expectations absolutely beautiful plenty of room for everyone to spread out
the house is so nice and open and i really loved the two living rooms
Cleanliness:
cleanliness is so important and this house was perfect no need to bring shampoos lotion hair dryers etc
super clean well stocked lot’s of space for us of all to gather
the location is perfect very clean organized and a beautiful home
we could walk to town it was clean and had everything we needed for kitchen yard and parking
Host:
the owners are wonderful
they were very responsive and excellent hosts
the owner/manger was very responsive and helpful
she was responsive and so accommodating
host was very responsive to a door issue
Location:
great neighborhood and location
the location within fort collins is superb and within walking distance of many eating places
a great house in great location
great location close to downtown shops and dining too
easy walk to old town and csu
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3. Great loft with a dedicated parking space (from USD 117)

Walk up an exterior staircase to access this loft. It is above the homeowner’s garage, which is detached from the main residence. The rental has an area of 475 sq ft (44 sq m) and has a parking space. Its windows are strategically positioned to allow the sunlight to brighten up the interiors. You will also enjoy walking on the hardwood flooring, giving a homey vibe.

Booking here requires a minimum of two nights. An 18% discount applies to short-term stays of at least seven nights.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
cottage 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable easy chair for reading would have been a nice addition
Cleanliness:
the property was amazingly clean
the loft was clean and had everything we needed
well constructed and clean
the location and cleanliness were outstanding
Host:
the host (ian) was very responsive and one of the most gracious host we’ve ever worked with
good communication from owner
Location:
location is awesome - a 10 min walk to downtown
really nice vrbo in perfect location
very quaint apartment in a great location
enjoyed being to close to old town
it was a short walk down streets with beautiful homes
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4. Beautiful house that comes with bicycles (from USD 135)

This carriage house has a master bedroom on the main floor. It has a queen-size bed, a work desk and a full bath. A spiral staircase brings you up to the loft. Here, you will find two single beds and a desk. The living area and patio are great places to relax with your favourite beverage in hand. You can even explore the surrounding area on the two cruiser bicycles, which come with helmets and locks.

Also, if you book this apartment for at least seven nights, you can avail yourself of a weekly discount of 10%.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille
cottage 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the a/c unit in the master bedroom was more than sufficient to keep the cottage cool
cute cottage but only had a/c window unit in master bedroom to cool the whole place
Cleanliness:
what a delightful cottage in a spectacular location clean cozy and comfortable as well as lovely decor
clean and updated quiet and quaint we loved it great amenities
Host:
overall we really enjoyed our stay and want to thank lynne for being a fabulous host
Location:
perfect location close to csu and downtown foco
we loved how close it was to the university and to old towne
good location to old town and we used the bikes
it's a great location and perfect for 2 with plenty of room in the loft for 2 more
great location and easy communication with the host
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5. Perfect house for large gatherings (from USD 466)

If you plan to stay for at least seven nights, you will love staying in this place since it offers about a 10% discount on weekly stays. The master suite in this house has a hot tub, which is perfect after spending a long day outdoors. You can watch movies on a large-screen TV with surround sound for entertainment. Moreover, you can pretend you are at the cinema using the popcorn cart.

Sleeping options comprise a queen bed in the master suite and one of the downstairs bedrooms, a king bed in an upstairs bedroom, a bunk bed in another upstairs bedroom and two full beds in the second downstairs bedroom.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 14 Guests 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we loved the hot tub and fire table
the hot tub and theater room were great for a group
Cleanliness:
clean spacious and convenient location when we return to ft
Host:
the owner is very responsive
kevin was responsive and available for any questions
kevin the owner was a delight
we really enjoyed our stay the owner is so accommodating and responsive to guests
Location:
location is perfect you are near everything
great location and we’ll maintained house
good location plenty of room
the house was located in a nice quiet neighborhood in ft
the house is very well located in a quiet neighborhood
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6. Amazing apartment with views of Long's Peak (from USD 99)

This apartment is on the third storey of the host’s family home. It has a private entrance, which can be accessed via a spiral staircase. You will also get a kitchenette with the essential things needed to prepare basic meals. In the living room, you can relax on the couch and watch the news on the flat-screen TV. There is even a private patio that offers views of Long’s Peak.

Another fantastic thing about this place is its 10% discount on short-term stays.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
462 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beautiful immaculate little apartment with a great deck with a view of the mountains
awesome space walking/biking distance to breweries and shops view of the mountains stylish decor comfy bed
the space was very well appointed and comfortable
damon and kim’s apartment in the sky was wonderful
we had very nice and relaxing stay thanks to for many thoughtful and artistic touches all through the apartment
Cleanliness:
and was clean and comfortable
great value on a very clean space
everything was perfect very clean and cozy
it was also very clean
the apartment is nice and clean
Host:
damn was an awesome host
the hosts are responsive and made sure i had all i needed
host was friendly and easy to communicate with
the hosts were friendly and very responsive
they were very friendly and responsive
Location:
perfect location next to downtown
the location is great and within walking distance of old town
great location and quiet
great location close to old town
it's a great location close to everything
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7. Stylish rental with luxurious touches (from USD 97)

Enjoy a pampering stay when you book this rental. The best part? You can enjoy a 10% discount if you stay for a week or longer! It also features creature comforts such as heated bathroom floors, plush towels and soft linens. It has its own entrance and even has a mud room.

There is a backyard as well, which you can access via a sliding glass door. Plus, a laundry room is available, which is a shared space with the owner.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
299 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable bed and sofa bed
this shower is the best shower you may ever experience
the bathroom is ideal - heated floors (wonderful) and the shower is large with great water pressure
the living space is comfortable and very thoughtfully and attentively furnished down to details
the bed is super comfy and the space itself is private and spacious
Cleanliness:
quiet and very clean
clean nice little studio for a weekend stay
it was very clean and had all the things we needed
such a beautiful and cozy spot in fort collins extremely clean and comfortable
this suite is so great clean nice and cool quiet and super comfortable
Host:
amazing hosts and getaway
friendly responsive hosts with a very nice home :)
the hosts are friendly and helpful
lindsay and dave were great hosts and were happy to answer any questions i had
they were responsive and answered our questions
Location:
perfect location close to downtown
super close to downtown
lovely location in fort collins
great place with an awesome location
great location close to old town close to csu campus and right off the interstate
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8. Lovely home with rooftop decks (from USD 180)

This spacious home has four floors and two large decks on the roof. A wet bar is on the third storey, and guests can use the dining area that can fit 12 people. From this dining area, you can access the rooftop deck and a spiral staircase that leads to a deck on the fourth floor.

A hot tub is also available for a relaxing soak. Additionally, you will be eligible for a discount if you stay here for at least seven nights.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
190 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 10 Beds 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
kitchen is well stocked and bedding is comfortable
big bathrooms which i really enjoyed
the bedrooms are a very nice size with extra beds bedding and pillows
Cleanliness:
house was clean very well designed for a big group
the home was super clean and set up to sleep many people
clean nice people great location and plenty of things to do nearby
beautiful conveniently located very clean home abby and kyle were very responsive attentive and helpful
it was clean and being close to old town ft
Host:
abby and kyle were wonderful hosts
abby and kyle were excellent hosts
abby and kyle were super responsive and gracious hosts
a few unfortunate and unexpected issues but the owners were very responsive
also kyle and abby are easy hosts to work with and did a great job communicating
Location:
great location close to everything
great location close to downtown
the location is great- easy walking distance to old town
location is ideal for walking to old town fort collins
great location and quiet neighborhood
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9. Spacious townhome for a relaxing vacation (from USD 218)

This townhome has an attached garage large enough for two cars. Each bedroom has its own attached bathroom. The floors are made of hardwood, giving a pleasant ambience. Moreover, the kitchen is large and has a pantry. Another highlight of this rental is its discount of 12% on bookings for seven or more nights.

Listen to your favourite tunes via the Bose sound system in the living room. A wet bar is in the basement, which also has a bedroom and bathroom.

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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
97 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 3 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the furnishings are comfortable and quite nice
very comfortable unit with well-stocked kitchen
nice place with more room than the pictures indicate
it was very comfortable and inviting with enough room for our large group
we were very comfortable great bedding and we loved having our own bathrooms
Cleanliness:
very clean and nicely decorated
great communication good value clean & stylish
clean and easily supports 3 couples
great place convenient and clean
his home is clean well stocked and very welcoming
Host:
zhibo is a great host
zhibo is a fabulous host
the hosts are friendly readily available and accommodating
great host that cares that your stay is excellent
he was a great host leading up to and during the stay
Location:
good location very quiet
great place near miles of walking trails
perfect place in great location
prime location as well
nice central location near grocery and restaurants
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10. Top-notch apartment for small groups (from USD 94)

You will get your own private entrance when you book this garden-level apartment. It has a kitchenette with essentials such as a mini fridge, sink and coffee maker. You will even find snacks provided by the host. The main bedroom has a queen-size bed, while the second bedroom has a trundle bed.

The couch can be folded out to become yet another bed. You can even arelax while watching your favourite shows on the flat-screen TV or listening to music via the DVD player. You can also enjoy weekly discounts of 10% when booking this property.

Stayed at this property?
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
341 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed and bedding were very comfortable and having immediate hot water was great
glenn’s place is comfortable and exactly as described with his children’s belongings from their childhood throughout the apartment
the tv was great with access to netflix and other options
Cleanliness:
great place very scenic outdoor space clean living area and friendly host
home was clean and accommodating
the apartment was clean and comfortable and all the memorabilia made me think of my childhood
Host:
very responsive hosts
very nice people and perfect hosts
glenn and his wife were great hosts very responsive and helpful
glenn was extremely responsive and a great host
both he and his wife were very welcoming very responsive and kind
Location:
great location and a cozy space
a cozy stay in a good location in fort collins
the location was easy to get to from the highway
the location and bathroom were a good asset
excellent value and the location was perfect for all my family activities
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Enjoy the historic setting of Fort Collins

The Rocky Mountains form a beautiful backdrop to Fort Collins. The city also has several attractions tourists would love to discover. To maximise your visit, check out these great short-term rentals in Fort Collins, Colorado.

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Jacqueline has been a journalist for just over three decades and has spent about half that time writing and editing travel features. She got bitten by the travel bug on her first real holiday...Read more

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