Northwest Colorado Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A colorful building with a sign reading "Cantina" and another sign for "La Resistance Coffee".
A street with a red building, a blue awning, and a sign for a general store.
A historic building with a sign reading "Silver Dollar Saloon 1879".
A red sign with white text, cans of beer, and a large metal pot.
Colorful houses with a tree in the foreground.

Hit the slopes at some of the world’s most popular ski resorts, explore the Western Slope of the Continental Divide and raft the headwaters of the Colorado River.

Discover a land of dichotomies in Northwest Colorado. Traverse the Continental Divide via crisscrossing mountain passes. Ski the slopes of famous resorts such as AspenOpens in a new window, VailOpens in a new window and Steamboat SpringsOpens in a new window. See craggy rock formations and dinosaur skeletons throughout the region.

Explore the crown jewel of the Western Slope, Colorado National Monument. Trek down into its craggy canyons or enjoy spectacular views along Rim Rock Drive.

Walk among the dinosaurs, or at least their fossilized skeletons, at Dinosaur National Monument. Stop by the Quarry Exhibit, a rock wall with over a thousand dinosaur bones protruding from it.

As its name implies, Grand Junction is a true meeting place, home to converging rivers and intersecting highways. Stroll down Main Street and enjoy the amenities offered in Northwestern Colorado’s urban hub.

Hike, fish and camp your way through Grand Mesa National Forest. Find over 300 lakes and sprawling forests surrounding the world’s highest flattop mountain.

There’s a reason that Vail is synonymous with Colorado skiing. The relatively new town has quickly become a favourite among world-class athletes and celebrities alike. Conquer its top-rated ski slopes in the Colorado Rockies and enjoy its year-round cultural events and offerings.

Luxury meets the great outdoors in Aspen and SnowmassOpens in a new window. Discover endless outdoor activities, fine dining and five-star accommodation in the towns’ luxe resorts. Indulge in the après-ski scene, which is almost as famous as the ski slopes.

Steamboat Springs is a popular skiing destination, but its cowboy culture is what really brings the town to life. Relax in the bubbling water of Strawberry Park Hot Springs or hike to scenic Fish Creek Falls.

Walk down the picture-perfect Main Street of BreckenridgeOpens in a new window. Although it’s transitioned from mining town to mountain resort, it treasures its history. See how many buildings on the National Historic Register you can spot throughout town there are over 250.

Plan your trip to Northwest Colorado around the season in which you visit. Summer brings warm weather and endless outdoor activities. Winter brings snow and all the associated cold-weather activities.

Hotel Colorado

Hotel Colorado

3.5 out of 5
526 Pine St Glenwood Springs CO
The price is £277 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£277
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,452 reviews)
"It would be very helpful if the Wifi is more stable."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Colorado
Grand Vista Hotel

Grand Vista Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2790 Crossroads Blvd Grand Junction CO
The price is £65 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£65
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Junction. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,835 reviews)
"Bed was firm. Very quiet. Sunday night. Breakfast was great!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Grand Vista Hotel
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan

4 out of 5
557 Stan Miller Dr Breckenridge CO
The price is £212 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£212
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Breckenridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,216 reviews)
"Wonderful property and I would absolutely book here again. The hospitality is top notch! The free shuttle service made everything effortless. The location is ideal since it’s exactly half way between Breckenridge and Frisco and conveniently near the Blue River Trail bike path. I loved the hot tub ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
River Mountain Lodge, A Vail Resorts Property

River Mountain Lodge, A Vail Resorts Property

3 out of 5
100 South Park Avenue Breckenridge CO
Stay at this aparthotel in Breckenridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"Great property, fantastic location, very friendly and helpful staff. Room was well stocked to cook and store food. I always filter for free parking especially in Breckenridge as I hate paying bs parking fees. They have a great garage and parking was very convenient and no extra charge. Would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

River Mountain Lodge, A Vail Resorts Property
Village at Breckenridge, A Vail Resorts Property

Village at Breckenridge, A Vail Resorts Property

3 out of 5
535 S Park Avenue Breckenridge CO
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Breckenridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 hot tubs and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,997 reviews)
"We got there around 10:00 a.m. And had just planned to hang out in town until we could check in, but figured we would also check in at this time because of the parking situation. They did alert us well ahead of time that there was limited parking the hotel and as luck would have it when we went to ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Village at Breckenridge, A Vail Resorts Property
Legacy Vacation Resorts - Steamboat Hilltop

Legacy Vacation Resorts - Steamboat Hilltop

3 out of 5
1000 High Point Drive Steamboat Springs CO
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Steamboat Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ...
8/10 Very good! (1,390 reviews)
"The host we met were accommodating and kind. The pool maintenance man was thoughtful. The room was comfortable, but worn. The grounds are in need of basic repair, but fair."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Legacy Vacation Resorts - Steamboat Hilltop
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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