It can be hard for budget vacationers to find affordable accommodation in the Aspen and Snowmass area, but good value is the top feature Pokolodi Lodge has going for it. The property is technically outside of Aspen, but it's at the base of the slopes of Snowmass Village and less than 25 minutes by car from Aspen's ski area. The heated outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as the fast Wi-Fi, are popular with guests, and coin-operated laundry facilities also prove practical. The 50 2015-renovated rooms don't have much style -- they're well-maintained, but traditional -- though contemporary amenities include coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. Free breakfast and wine and cheese happy hours are additional perks. Guests looking for something more modern could check out the three-pearl Stonebridge Inn, which features a renowned restaurant with a great wine list.
It can be hard for budget vacationers to find affordable accommodation in the Aspen and Snowmass area, but good value is the top feature Pokolodi Lodge has going for it. The property is technically outside of Aspen, but it's at the base of the slopes of Snowmass Village and less than 25 minutes by car from Aspen's ski area. The heated outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as the fast Wi-Fi, are popular with guests, and coin-operated laundry facilities also prove practical. The 50 2015-renovated rooms don't have much style -- they're well-maintained, but traditional -- though contemporary amenities include coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. Free breakfast and wine and cheese happy hours are additional perks. Guests looking for something more modern could check out the three-pearl Stonebridge Inn, which features a renowned restaurant with a great wine list.
Although it's a reasonably priced option, there is no question that the three-floor, two-and-a-half pearl Ramada Denver Midtown could use an update. Furniture and carpet are old and tired, and rooms are basic and small. Upsides include many restaurants within easy walking distance, the seasonal outdoor pool, and fast proximity to downtown Denver. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking are free. Note that the hotel shares a parking lot with a Super 8.
Although it's a reasonably priced option, there is no question that the three-floor, two-and-a-half pearl Ramada Denver Midtown could use an update. Furniture and carpet are old and tired, and rooms are basic and small. Upsides include many restaurants within easy walking distance, the seasonal outdoor pool, and fast proximity to downtown Denver. Breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking are free. Note that the hotel shares a parking lot with a Super 8.
Modern and affordable, the 300-room, the mid-range Holiday Inn Denver East - Stapleton is a contemporary chain hotel with better-than-average features, including an 11-story atrium, a year-round heated pool, and two restaurants. Rooms are modern and typical of the chain, and the fitness center includes a small outdoor track. Situated in East Denver, the hotel is a 15-minute drive from downtown, and at least 20 minutes from the airport, to which the hotel operates free round-trip shuttles; there are also lots of restaurants and shops nearby.
Modern and affordable, the 300-room, the mid-range Holiday Inn Denver East - Stapleton is a contemporary chain hotel with better-than-average features, including an 11-story atrium, a year-round heated pool, and two restaurants. Rooms are modern and typical of the chain, and the fitness center includes a small outdoor track. Situated in East Denver, the hotel is a 15-minute drive from downtown, and at least 20 minutes from the airport, to which the hotel operates free round-trip shuttles; there are also lots of restaurants and shops nearby.
The Best Western Denver Southwest Hotel is a mid-range property with a unique dinosaur theme inspired by paleontological explorations in the region. The lobby and restaurant are decorated with replica fossils, there's a triceratops statue out front, and the pool's shape mimics Colorado's Cretaceous Interior Seaway shoreline. Set in suburban Denver, the 117-room property is located about midway between Downtown Denver and Red Rocks Amphitheater, putting guests within a 15- to 20-minute drive of shopping, dining, entertainment, and hiking. Guest rooms are modern if somewhat corporate, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. The free daily breakfast buffet includes eggs made-to-order, and there's a small bar with TVs where guests can unwind with a cocktail. The hotel is a good choice for families who want a quiet setting within a short drive of local attractions. However, service, housekeeping, and Wi-Fi in the small business center are somewhat inconsistent, perhaps due to ongoing renovations.
The Best Western Denver Southwest Hotel is a mid-range property with a unique dinosaur theme inspired by paleontological explorations in the region. The lobby and restaurant are decorated with replica fossils, there's a triceratops statue out front, and the pool's shape mimics Colorado's Cretaceous Interior Seaway shoreline. Set in suburban Denver, the 117-room property is located about midway between Downtown Denver and Red Rocks Amphitheater, putting guests within a 15- to 20-minute drive of shopping, dining, entertainment, and hiking. Guest rooms are modern if somewhat corporate, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. The free daily breakfast buffet includes eggs made-to-order, and there's a small bar with TVs where guests can unwind with a cocktail. The hotel is a good choice for families who want a quiet setting within a short drive of local attractions. However, service, housekeeping, and Wi-Fi in the small business center are somewhat inconsistent, perhaps due to ongoing renovations.
Situated right off of Interstate 25 in an industrial, non-scenic area of Denver, the La Quinta Denver Central is a clean and partially renovated two-and-a-half pearl motel a 15-minute walk from Coors Field and within easy driving distance of most attractions, thanks to the proximity of the highway. Although it is an older model of La Quinta, the hotel is cheaper than many central Denver options, and rooms are fresh. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking -- and the seasonal pool is a nice bonus.
Situated right off of Interstate 25 in an industrial, non-scenic area of Denver, the La Quinta Denver Central is a clean and partially renovated two-and-a-half pearl motel a 15-minute walk from Coors Field and within easy driving distance of most attractions, thanks to the proximity of the highway. Although it is an older model of La Quinta, the hotel is cheaper than many central Denver options, and rooms are fresh. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking -- and the seasonal pool is a nice bonus.
An ideal choice for any kind of traveler flying in or out of Denver, the upper-middle-range Cambria Suites Denver Airport is a comfortable, standard chain option 10 miles from the airport; it's myriad amenities also make it a convenient stay for families or business guests staying for more than one night. All rooms are modern and spacious suites, with a separate den area for added living space, and the hotel also has an indoor pool and an outdoor sun deck. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle and a Wolfgang Puck lounge, but there isn’t much to explore in the immediate area; downtown Denver is a 25-minute drive away.
An ideal choice for any kind of traveler flying in or out of Denver, the upper-middle-range Cambria Suites Denver Airport is a comfortable, standard chain option 10 miles from the airport; it's myriad amenities also make it a convenient stay for families or business guests staying for more than one night. All rooms are modern and spacious suites, with a separate den area for added living space, and the hotel also has an indoor pool and an outdoor sun deck. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle and a Wolfgang Puck lounge, but there isn’t much to explore in the immediate area; downtown Denver is a 25-minute drive away.
With its bright decor, nicely landscaped grounds, and convenient location off Highway 285, La Quinta Inn & Suites Denver Southwest Lakewood is a solid choice for budget travelers. The 128-room property is a short drive from both downtown Denver and Red Rocks Amphitheater, making it relatively easy for guests to access the area's best entertainment and dining. The hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub and offers free continental breakfast. Guest rooms are clean and equipped with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, and some have microwaves and mini-fridges. Wi-Fi is free throughout, though sometimes slow. Some rooms are noisy due to highway proximity; light sleepers may want to request rooms facing away from the road.
With its bright decor, nicely landscaped grounds, and convenient location off Highway 285, La Quinta Inn & Suites Denver Southwest Lakewood is a solid choice for budget travelers. The 128-room property is a short drive from both downtown Denver and Red Rocks Amphitheater, making it relatively easy for guests to access the area's best entertainment and dining. The hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub and offers free continental breakfast. Guest rooms are clean and equipped with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers, and some have microwaves and mini-fridges. Wi-Fi is free throughout, though sometimes slow. Some rooms are noisy due to highway proximity; light sleepers may want to request rooms facing away from the road.
The lower-middle-range Ramada Denver Downtown is located in the historic Capitol Hill District on the edge of downtown, near several restaurants. It has a restaurant and bar, outdoor pool, a small fitness center, and meeting spaces. Its 150 rooms, some of which have balconies or patios, come with mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and safes, but they are drab and dated, and bathrooms are small. Given the hotel's location, travelers would be hard-pressed to find better rates, but they might want to comparison shop with the Hampton Inn & Suites Denver-Downtown, which has a more central downtown location and includes breakfast in its rates.
The lower-middle-range Ramada Denver Downtown is located in the historic Capitol Hill District on the edge of downtown, near several restaurants. It has a restaurant and bar, outdoor pool, a small fitness center, and meeting spaces. Its 150 rooms, some of which have balconies or patios, come with mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and safes, but they are drab and dated, and bathrooms are small. Given the hotel's location, travelers would be hard-pressed to find better rates, but they might want to comparison shop with the Hampton Inn & Suites Denver-Downtown, which has a more central downtown location and includes breakfast in its rates.
Although it doesn't look like much from the outside, the budget Motel 6 Denver Thornton is a clean, modern option for ultra-basic lodging in a run-down part of north Denver. The inside has been updated with brightly colored paint and new beds in all the rooms, and there's a seasonal outdoor pool. The north Denver neighborhood is not the greatest, but other areas are easily accessed by car from Interstate 25, which runs directly next to the hotel. There is no breakfast included and Wi-Fi access is subject to a small daily fee, but parking is free.
Although it doesn't look like much from the outside, the budget Motel 6 Denver Thornton is a clean, modern option for ultra-basic lodging in a run-down part of north Denver. The inside has been updated with brightly colored paint and new beds in all the rooms, and there's a seasonal outdoor pool. The north Denver neighborhood is not the greatest, but other areas are easily accessed by car from Interstate 25, which runs directly next to the hotel. There is no breakfast included and Wi-Fi access is subject to a small daily fee, but parking is free.
Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort is an upper-middle-range hotel outside of Vail that offers great views, a quiet atmosphere, and easy access to Gore Creek. The 100 condos and townhouses vary in decor but are generally spacious with kitchens, fireplaces, and patios. Though they lack full daily housekeeping, free Wi-Fi is available throughout. A seasonal restaurant, heated pool, gym, massages, and nine tennis courts are enough to keep most guests entertained. For those that want to explore, the free Vail ski shuttle conveniently stops here. Simba Run Vail Condominiums are a good alternative with an indoor heated pool and a location closer to Vail.
Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort is an upper-middle-range hotel outside of Vail that offers great views, a quiet atmosphere, and easy access to Gore Creek. The 100 condos and townhouses vary in decor but are generally spacious with kitchens, fireplaces, and patios. Though they lack full daily housekeeping, free Wi-Fi is available throughout. A seasonal restaurant, heated pool, gym, massages, and nine tennis courts are enough to keep most guests entertained. For those that want to explore, the free Vail ski shuttle conveniently stops here. Simba Run Vail Condominiums are a good alternative with an indoor heated pool and a location closer to Vail.