Southwest Colorado Springs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.
Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun
Find out about the history of Colorado Springs when you take a trip to Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
World Figure Skating Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at World Figure Skating Museum in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Garden of the Gods
Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Top hotels in Southwest Colorado Springs
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
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Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Broadmoor
Everything was exceptional. Best hotel experience ever. Snow made it all more beautiful. The fresh flowers in the mezz and lobby made my day.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs South AP
The hotel needs to be remodeled completely. It looks dirty. It looks old outdated. It just looks gross. The carpets are nasty. There’s an ice machine that’s broken that looks ghetto. It just looks gross. It needs to be totally remodeled and upgraded because it just if I would’ve known, then, I would’ve ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs
We found out after a long hike to our room that the front of the building is all lobby and restaurants and conference rooms. If your room is on the first floor you need to walk away is to get to the elevator. And if your room is on the second floor that is actually the same for as the lobby. We hiked ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs South
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Colorado Springs South
Room was clean, breakfast selection was very good. Staff was great and very helpful. Gave at the front desk was exceptional in answering all of our questions. He is a great ambassador for the hotel.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Colorado Springs
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Gold Hill Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Hill Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Norris Penrose Event Center and Pikes Peak Center.
Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown Colorado Springs is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pikes Peak Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum while you're in town.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Simpich Showcase Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
