Top Rated Accommodations in Boulder

Located along Middle Boulder Creek in the scenic Roosevelt National Forest, this retreat provides the best of both worlds. Mountain biking, fishing, hiking and horseback riding are all within 10 minutes from your cabin's front door, while Boulder is just 20 minutes away. The cabins are spartan, but efficient, and lack private phones. Pets are allowed for a fee. An on-site playground and kid's fishing pond make this a family friendly retreat.

The Capitol Hill Mansion, constructed in 1891 and listed on the National Historic Register, went through a recent restoration to become one of Denver's finest bed-and-breakfast inns. The innkeepers have crafted special comforts in each room, accentuating the amenities of the sandstone, castle-like Romanesque mansion. Fresh flowers, antiques, and artwork adorn all of the rooms, and Old World furnishings accent the sweeping staircase and stained glass window in the entry hallway. The parlor is an especially pleasant place to relax, or you can kick back on the winding porch.

If you are tired of staying in the generic chain hotels and are searching for a place that truly reflects Colorado, consider the Niwot Inn. Located between Longmont and Boulder, the charming town of Niwot boasts a historic setting and a plethora of antique shops. Plus, it is very close to IBM and a number of other businesses in Boulder's northern sector. Each of the inn's rooms bears the name of a Colorado fourteener (peaks surpassing 14,000 ft.), and offer individual luxuries and the mountain comforts of a bed-and-breakfast. A 740 square foot conference room seats up to 50. Some rooms have fireplaces and jetted tubs. Please note that the restaurant has various unique designer guest rooms to suit your diverse needs.

If you like the outdoors more than sitting around indoors, then Lane Guest Ranch is the perfect place for you. It is located in the mountains just beyond the Rocky Mountain National Park. Surrounded by streams and lakes, it has a spectacular 360-degree view of the mountains. This is literally a getaway. Chill at the pool or just have a drink while you relax on your private patio. The ranch organizes many excursions, which include trout fishing, whitewater rafting, hiking, horseback riding with an instructor and wildlife viewing. With all these activities, you're sure to have an exciting time.

This Ritz-Carlton offers a luxurious night's sleep while visiting Denver. On booking a plush room here, you'll enjoy the terrycloth robes and big tubs in every room, the free morning newspaper, and concierge service. Any amenity you could possibly imagine (within reason) is available, including a huge gym with an indoor pool, spa and a basketball court. Though there are numerous options to pamper your taste buds, the hotel's restaurant, Elway's, specializes in steak and seafood that is to die for! Those in town for business can take advantage of the professional services and well-equipped spaces offered here. And if you're looking to explore Denver for pleasure, you'll appreciate the hotel's convenient proximity to downtown and ample shopping opportunities. You can even bring your pets and pamper them to the hilt! All in all, the stay here is an experience worth living.