Glenwood Springs Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Photo provided by Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association

Relax in hot springs or ski down snowy trails at this Colorado resort town that’s close to some of the best ski fields in the world.

Colorado’s Glenwood Springs is a popular holiday spot known for its natural surroundings and relaxed small-town atmosphere. Explore the area with outdoor activities such as paragliding, climbing or hiking, and then enjoy the town’s variety of restaurants, bars, shops and day spas. 

Come during the summer to make the most of the area’s hiking and biking trails. Glenwood Canyon is lined with dozens of paths suitable for all experience levels. Follow the track along Dead Horse Creek to reach Hanging Lake, a small basin that appears to be suspended over the cliffs below. Rent a kayak or canoe, or join a rafting tour to explore the Colorado River. Paddlers from all over the world come to experience the manmade Glenwood Springs Whitewater Park, which runs alongside the river. 

Enjoy a variety of sports in Glenwood Springs during the snow season, which usually runs from November through March. The town is less than an hour’s drive from six world-renowned ski mountains including Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Vail, Buttermilk, Snowmass and Beaver Creek. Visit nearby Sunlight Mountain Resort, a 470-acre (190-hectare) tract of land offering trails for skiers, snowboarders and snowshoers of all levels.  

In any season, families will love Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, which features roller coasters, ziplines and other attractions set against a scenic backdrop. The park also offers walking tours of wide caves.

Also open year-round is the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. Watch the kids play on the slides as you relax in the warm mineral-rich water, or swim a few laps in the “big pool,” which is the length of a football field.

Highways run directly through Glenwood Springs and connect the town with nearby cities. The town is less than an hour from Aspen’s airport. There’s an Amtrak Station with services from San Francisco to Chicago, and a Greyhound bus station. Glenwood Springs has a condensed downtown so it’s easy to get around this area on foot. For daytrips, it’s best to rent a car.

Where to stay in Glenwood Springs

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Elk Springs

While there might not be top attractions in Elk Springs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ironbridge Golf Club and Spring Creeks Ranch.

Elk Springs
Hotel Colorado
Hotel Colorado
3.5 out of 5
526 Pine St, Glenwood Springs, CO
The price is ₹18,633 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
₹18,633
₹21,260 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,776 reviews)
"The hotel is on beautiful grounds and the history is amazing. Unfortunately, there is no central air conditioning, which made it a bit hot in the summer. The room had a window unit. The staff was lovely and the location was fantastic."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Colorado
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Glenwood Springs
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Glenwood Springs
3 out of 5
124 West 6th Street, I-70 at Exit 116, Glenwood Springs, CO
The price is ₹13,662 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹13,662
₹15,589 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,461 reviews)
Good stay
"Clean room; need for towel hooks in the bathroom instead of a photo; breakfast buffet ok, need more fresh fruits like bananas; staff are polite but needs more knowledge on local transportation services, one lady gave us wrong information, she didn't know about the free buses and the $1 on-demand ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs Cedar Lodge
Glenwood Springs Cedar Lodge
2 out of 5
2102 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs, CO
Stay at this hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,474 reviews)
"I loved all the little beautiful touches to this property. Well loved and taken care of!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Glenwood Springs Cedar Lodge
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.
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
4 out of 5
557 Stan Miller Dr, Breckenridge, CO
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Breckenridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,398 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Ranahan
The Gant
The Gant
4 out of 5
610 SOUTH WEST END STREET, Aspen, CO
Stay at this 4-star boutique condo in Aspen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (884 reviews)
"We enjoyed ourselves everything was clean an comfortable! Loved the proximity to the town! Great restaurants! Beautiful weather!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Gant
Sentral Union Station
Sentral Union Station
4 out of 5
1777 Wewatta Street, Denver, CO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Denver. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (725 reviews)
"Great place to stay with so many amenities."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Sentral Union Station
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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