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History in Motion: Union Station to Hotel Colorado Aboard Amtrak

Brushing up on history has never been more engaging and experiential. Leave the books to gather dust; instead, hop aboard Amtrak’s California Zephyr from Union ...

September 14, 2021

A vibrant fall scene unfolds with a large tree full of yellow leaves in the foreground. Behind the tree, there’s a red-roofed building and a clear blue sky. A black fence borders the area, and evergreen trees are visible in the background.

7 Best Leaf-Peeping Locations in Glenwood Springs

September 13, 2021

A Rocky Mountaineer train rests at a scenic platform under a clear sky, with sunlight casting playful shadows. Majestic mountains and a vintage-style building provide a picturesque backdrop, completing this charming tableau.

Hotel Colorado Selected as a Rocky Mountaineer Choice Accommodation

Rocky Mountaineer, a private luxury rail line that offers routes throughout the Canadian Rockies, is launching its first U.S. tour in August 2021. Traveling between ...

August 13, 2021

Four children in swimwear enjoy ice cream cones by a pool on a sunny day, smiling happily. With the bustle of activity in the background, it's a perfect send-off before the back-to-school season kicks in.

Last Hurrah of Summer: Back-to-School Trip to Glenwood Springs

In recent months we’ve acclimated to living and vacationing in a new way. Whether we’re taking a trip to the grocery store or taking a ...

August 11, 2021

A black and white photo captures several men in suits on a linked balcony or terrace, set against a large brick building. One man appears to be waving his hat. The building features multiple windows, with some curtains drawn, adding an air of mystery to the scene.

Hail to the Chiefs: Presidential Visits to Hotel Colorado

Visitors don’t get any more “VIP” than presidents of the United States, and Hotel Colorado has welcomed three of them: Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft and Herbert ...

July 28, 2021

A picturesque town set in a lush green valley, nestled against rolling hills. The summer scene features colorful buildings, trees, and a bridge under a backdrop of forested mountains, creating a vibrant and tranquil atmosphere.

6 Summer Things You Have to Do in Glenwood Springs

Hot Springs. Glenwood Springs boasts three geothermal amenities, each one offering a distinct hot springs experience. Located across the street from Hotel Colorado, Glenwood Hot Springs Pool is ...

June 28, 2021

A black and white photo of a large, historic building, reminiscent of a Walter classic, with two prominent towers set in a hilly landscape. The structure is embraced by trees, while scattered greenery rises in the background under a clear sky.

Meet Walter Devereux: The Man Who Built Hotel Colorado

Walter Bourchier Devereux was an Ivy League-educated mining engineer tapped by industrialist Jerome B. Wheeler to manage the smelter associated with his silver mine in ...

June 9, 2021

A person with short hair and a beard is sitting and playing an acoustic guitar, channels the soul of music. The setting is dimly lit, with a dark fabric backdrop. The mood appears contemplative and focused on the melody.

The Beat Goes On: Music Returns to Hotel Colorado and Glenwood Springs

Hotel Colorado, the iconic historic lodging property in Glenwood Springs, is getting the band back together, so to speak. “After a hiatus in events due to the ...

June 2, 2021

A decorated meeting space with round tables covered in black tablecloths, each topped with a green plant. Hanging lights illuminate the room, which features white walls, a patterned carpet, and a brick accent wall.

Summer Retreat: Gathering Your Group at Hotel Colorado

Summertime is ideal for gatherings away from home and office. Not only is the weather conducive to travel, Hotel Colorado’s meeting room doors and windows ...

May 12, 2021