Hotel Colorado - Your Locals’ Choice

Hotel Colorado is thrilled to be nominated once again in a multitude of Post Independent Local’s Choice Awards categories, totaling 16 across Arts & Entertainment, Community, Pets, and Services. 

Hospitality & Community Connection

“Hotel Colorado is known for its hospitality and for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel at home,” General Manager Larry MacDonald said, “But it is truly an honor to serve our local community and be a regular part of their lives whether that’s for dinner and drinks with friends or something more momentous like a local couple’s wedding.”

The Post Independent has recognized Hotel Colorado across various categories, with the top five nominees in each group proceeding to final voting. Nomination voting for the 2024 Locals’ Choice Awards begins at noon on Friday, Feb. 9, and runs until Feb. 15, with daily voting permitted. 

Previous Wins & Current Nominations

Last year, Hotel Colorado clinched several Locals’ Choice Awards, and this year, we’re aiming to continue the success. 

Please consider casting your vote for Hotel Colorado across all categories, with special emphasis on Best Hotel, Best Winter Festival or Event, Best Staycation Location, Best Bartender, Best Outdoor Patio, Best Pet-Friendly Hotel, and Best Wedding Venue.

Why Vote for Hotel Colorado

Best Hotel: Celebrating over 130 years, Hotel Colorado stands as a local and visitor favorite with its stunning architecture, exquisite rooms, exceptional staff, and prime location in Glenwood Springs.

Best Winter Festival or Event: The annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony, featuring a spectacular fireworks show, lighting display, and music marks the beginning of the holiday season in Glenwood Springs, drawing crowds to partake in the festivities.

Best Staycation Location: Offering elegantly appointed rooms and modern amenities, Hotel Colorado provides the perfect escape for locals seeking a relaxing getaway close to home.

Best Bartender and Outdoor Patio: Visit Hotel Colorado Restaurant & Bar for expertly crafted cocktails by Ashley Efraim, known for her fun and welcoming demeanor. During warmer days, enjoy al fresco dining on the outdoor patio in the hotel’s stunning courtyard, a popular spot for locals to gather.

Best Pet-Friendly Hotel: With special amenities like doggie treats, pet beds, and chew toys, Hotel Colorado ensures that furry companions (and their owners) feel right at home during their stay.

Best Wedding Venue: Finally, Hotel Colorado is the perfect wedding venue to tie the knot. An ultra-romantic setting, with indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, as well as ballrooms for dancing the night away. 

Vote for Hotel Colorado Today!

As voting commences for the 2024 Locals’ Choice Awards, we encourage you to nominate Hotel Colorado across all categories, but especially in the ones listed above by voting every day from Feb. 9 through Feb. 15.