The Best Hotels Closest to University of Colorado Boulder in Boulder - 2026 Updated Prices

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A two-story brick building with a prominent entrance, a covered porch, and a Christmas tree.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A multi-level interior with wooden staircases, a chandelier, and large windows.

A dining table with various food items and drinks, a fireplace, and a stone wall in the background.

1. Bradley Boulder Inn

Downtown Boulder, 0.7 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Connie

£171

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with seating, a large screen, and a bar counter.

A modern restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining areas, and a central kitchen.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a modern building with large windows and a staircase, and a clear sky.

A poolside area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a large decorative vase.

2. Limelight Boulder

0.4 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Thomas

£252

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A sign for 'SPRUCE farm & fish' with a 'LIQUOR BAR' sign below it, surrounded by string lights.

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate wooden railings, and a central chandelier.

A spacious bar area with wooden furniture and a chandelier. There is a second-floor balcony with a railing.

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

3. Hotel Boulderado

Whittier, 0.8 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Wenchao

£179

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a grill, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern indoor pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a seating area with tables.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with steps and a covered area.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a built-in fireplace.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder Canyon Boulevard

Goss - Grove, 0.6 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Shirley

£221

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a seating area, and a decorative sculpture.

A room with a large window, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a table.

A hotel rooftop with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.

A modern multi-story hotel with large windows and a well-lit facade.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder

Goss - Grove, 0.7 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Nicholas Andrew

£160

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious, modern interior with a seating area, a long white shelving unit displaying various products, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern interior with a marble reception desk, black spherical pendant lights, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A modern hotel pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear pool, and a wooden facade.

A modern hotel with a geometric facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

Whittier, 0.8 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Whitney

£128

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden deck with a round table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a hot tub.

A motel named 'Foot of the Mountain' with a signboard, outdoor seating, and snow-covered surroundings.

A cozy cabin-style room with wooden walls and ceiling, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a telephone.

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a door, and a window with curtains.

7. Foot of the Mountain Motel

Lower Arapahoe, 1.4 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Marci

£115

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a bowl of fruit. There are three bar stools and a television mounted on the wall.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden furniture, and a menu board.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a stylish pendant light.

A modern interior with a refrigerated display and shelves stocked with snacks.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Boulder

1.6 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Sherie

£101

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar with stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, surrounded by a curved sofa with cushions.

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor steps, and greenery.

A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden entrance, and outdoor seating.

9. Moxy Boulder University

University Hill, 0.4 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Andrew

£187

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a dining table with chairs and a sofa in the living area.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a large glass building in the background.

A hotel room with a large window, a TV on a wooden stand, a bed with white linens, and a mirror reflecting the room.

10. Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street

1.3 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Edwin

£155

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

A hotel with a stone facade, a blue awning, and a mountain backdrop.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork on the wall, and a door.

A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding buildings, including a sign for Boulder University Inn.

11. Boulder University Inn

University Hill, 0.5 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Mark

£126

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A Marriott hotel with a parking lot and a mountain in the background.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a snowy mountain range and a cityscape at dusk. There are two wooden chairs and a small table in front of the window.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with fire pits and lounge chairs, a building with multiple floors and large windows, and a flag on top.

12. Boulder Marriott

Whittier, 0.7 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Celeste

£226

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A checkered floor, a brown leather armchair, a dark blue sofa with an orange pillow, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A swimming pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a sign reading "SWIM CLUB".

A room with two green upholstered chairs, a small wooden table with a potted plant, and a checkered floor.

A bar counter with a menu board, a decorative vase with dried plants, and a display case with pastries.

13. The Boulder Broker

1.2 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Greg

£137

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and large windows providing natural light.

14. Residence Inn By Marriott Boulder

Glenwood Grove - North Iris, 1.9 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Jason

£124

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window.

15. Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Westminster

13.4 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Thu

£94

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a small round table, and a reception desk.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a framed picture above it. There is a black leather chair with a yellow cushion to the right.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A lobby with seating, a coffee station, a TV, and a stone wall.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Boulder-North

5.4 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

David

£131

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and string lights.

A lobby with two armchairs, a glass table, and a floor lamp.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent sign, and a parking lot with light trails from moving vehicles.

17. Hyatt Place Denver/Westminster

13.6 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Jared

£109

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a long dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a large TV screen.

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire feature surrounded by wicker chairs.

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a tiled floor.

A conference room with rows of black chairs and yellow bean bags, a large flat-screen TV, and a patterned carpet.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder Broomfield/Interlocken

9.3 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Cathy

£132

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a covered seating area.

A modern lobby with green upholstered seating, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted TV.

A lobby with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, and a large landscape painting.

A spacious indoor area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with geometric patterns.

19. Omni Interlocken

9.8 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Anntoinette

£216

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A suite shop with shelves of snacks and drinks, a welcome sign, and a decorative wall with a 'Treats' sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a red bench.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a clock on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area with red chairs.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Lafayette Medical Center, CO

9.9 mi from University of Colorado Boulder

Kevin

£117

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Top University of Colorado Boulder Hotel Reviews

Basecamp Boulder

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay. Staff friendly and helpful"

Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this propery. Great location. Clean room. Bed was so comfy. Girl at front desk was so kind but there was a man at desk when we checked in. Not friendly even on day we left weekend of 9/20. Very strange. But overall great experience!"

Bradley Boulder Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place to stay. Friendly staff, fun meeting other guests, and very tasty breakfast!"

Limelight Boulder

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 3 nights. Valet shuttle was great. Location was easy walking distance to restaurants and downtown. Staff were friendly and helpful."

Charming Historic Home located on the Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Superb location in Boulder. Brand new renovated kitchen with everything needed to cook. Laundry was so nice to have. No TV but the scenery more than entertained us."

Boulder University Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Location great for me. I enjoyed my stay."

Walnut Mews - Quiet Creekside townhome next to Pearl Street

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and great stay. Loved the house and the location. Will definitely book again!"

Perfect Spot! Walk to Pearl Street, CU, Google & hiking!

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as described. It was very clean and the bedding was luxurious. Nice to have bathroom basics available. Kitchen was meagerly stocked but we didn’t do much cooking so it was ok. Nice to have laundry available."

Arapahoe Loft - On Cloud #9

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect little spot with great access to CU and Pearl Street. Very clean and well-appointed. Comfortable, even in hot summer temps. Easy parking. Good communication with Irina. Best for 2 people. Sunny and easy place to stay. Would rent again."

Other attractions near University of Colorado Boulder

A cityscape with a prominent university building surrounded by residential areas and dense greenery.

Folsom Field

9.0/10 (461 reviews)

Catch an event at Folsom Field and enjoy other activities in Boulder such as cycling.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A flowing river with rocks and dense green trees in the background.

Boulder Creek

8.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Boulder Creek during your travels in Central Boulder.

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CU Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at CU Art Museum during your travels in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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CU Museum of Natural History

You can spend time studying the exhibits at CU Museum of Natural History in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Boulder High School

7.2/10 (14 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Boulder High School during your trip to Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Upstart Crow Theatre Company

You can get tickets for a performance at Upstart Crow Theatre Company on your trip to Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Media Archaeology Lab

You can learn about the history of Boulder with a trip to Media Archaeology Lab. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Fox Theater

8.2/10 (114 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Boulder. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Colorado Boulder?

University of Colorado Boulder is located in a welcoming area of Boulder known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 174 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to University of Colorado Boulder?

Adjacent to University of Colorado Boulder, Basecamp Boulder is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices close by include Hotel Boulderado and Limelight Boulder.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Colorado Boulder?

Expedia has 174 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Colorado Boulder.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Colorado Boulder, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near University of Colorado Boulder.

What can I see and do near University of Colorado Boulder?

National Center for Atmospheric Research, Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art and CU Heritage Center feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Downtown Boulder Historic District, Colorado Chautauqua and Arnett-Fullen House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at Fox Theater, Boulder Theater and Dairy Center for the Arts.

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Our top choices for University of Colorado Boulder hotels

1. Bradley Boulder Inn

2. Limelight Boulder

3. Hotel Boulderado

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder Canyon Boulevard

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder

6. Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

7. Foot of the Mountain Motel

8. Courtyard by Marriott Boulder

9. Moxy Boulder University

10. Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street

11. Boulder University Inn

12. Boulder Marriott

13. The Boulder Broker

14. Residence Inn By Marriott Boulder

15. Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Westminster

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Boulder-North

17. Hyatt Place Denver/Westminster

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder Broomfield/Interlocken

19. Omni Interlocken

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Lafayette Medical Center, CO

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Top University of Colorado Boulder Hotel Reviews

Basecamp Boulder

Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

Bradley Boulder Inn

Limelight Boulder

Charming Historic Home located on the Hill

Boulder University Inn

Walnut Mews - Quiet Creekside townhome next to Pearl Street

Perfect Spot! Walk to Pearl Street, CU, Google & hiking!

Arapahoe Loft - On Cloud #9

Other attractions near University of Colorado Boulder

Folsom Field

Boulder Creek

CU Art Museum

CU Museum of Natural History

Boulder High School

Upstart Crow Theatre Company

Media Archaeology Lab

Fox Theater

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