Glenwood Springs Lodging

Fast Cars and Sunshine

Owners of Dodge Vipers from around the country converged in Glenwood Springs at Hotel Denver over Memorial Day weekend.  They enjoyed the scenery and the amazing roadways in the valley including Independence Pass, Redstone, Mclure Pass and Highway 82. 

The Viper Club’s stay included a trip to the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park for lunch and a mingle.  The participants were also fortunate to have excellent weather conditions, apart from a bit of wind which is normal for this time of the year.

The group leader boasts that this is the best year the Viper Club has ever had in Glenwood Springs and promises to return again next year.  The north parking lot at Hotel Denver was reserved for the 15 Dodge Vipers of all flashy colors.  Locals and visitors alike strolled through the parking lot checking out the clean machines. 

The management at Hotel Denver and at the Glenwood Canyon Brewing Company gave the group high marks and hopes that they will return again next year with possibly more participants. 

Plan your summer fishing trip now

So my buddy G, the unofficial guide to all things Glenwood Springs, is the ultimate angler.

His fishing philosophy is simple: fish where the fish are.

But he’s not the only one who knows that the best fishing is in Glenwood Springs.

Field and Stream Magazine named Glenwood Springs the number one fishing town in America and Outdoor Life Magazine ranked Glenwood’s neighbor, Carbondale one of the top 10 towns for sportsmen.

You can also check out one of our local fishing guides on the June/July issue of Outdoor Life Magazine. That’s Roaring Fork Angler guide Glenn Melus on the right. I’m told now that the boys at Roaring Fork Anglers can also be seen in their underwaders in the Victoria’s Secret catalogue, but hey, you didn’t hear it from G, all right?

Anyhow, the anglers are experienced guides who can help you hone your skills or take you on floats trips on any of our four beautiful rivers: the Roaring Fork, the Frying Pan, the Crystal, and the Colorado.

So book it now. Try the AmericInn for its affordability and its proximity to the boat ramps or try the historical Hotel Denver and Glenwood Canyon Brewing Company for their “Room and a Brew” package.

After a day out on the water go shoot some pool at Doc Holliday’s Saloon and Restaurant in downtown Glenwood Springs.

The best fishing, your best buddies, Doc Holliday, and Glenwood Springs – all in one place and all in one weekend.

The only problem is that G never gets invited anywhere – all his buddies want to vacation in Glenwood Springs.

That’s okay because this is what G knows for sure.

Good things come to those who bait.

Go fishing. Go Glenwood.com

You gottta get here.

G is the adventuresome underground blogger for GoGlenwood.com. G and his family have been in Glenwood Springs since the 1880s. G knows all the good fishing holes and there’s only one person who can outfish G but he’s not going to tell you her name.

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The Hotel Denver and The Hotel Glenwood Springs, lodging for individual travelers, couples, families, and groups

In real estate it is said that location is everything. That is true for hotel accommodations in Glenwood Springs. Whether you are traveling solo, or looking to get away with a special friend, or taking the family on the ultimate Glenwood Springs package tour; the Premier lodging properties of Glenwood Springs can accommodate you, in fact we have it all!

The Hotel Denver is located just a short walk across the Colorado River from the Hot Springs pool. The Hotel is in the heart of the downtown; shops, art galleries, Amtrak, and of course the Glenwood Canyon Brew Pub.

The Hotel Glenwood Springs is located at the base of the Glenwood Cavern Tram. The The Hotel Glenwood Springs has the best and only wave pool in town. Enjoy a full day of activities, rides, hikes, and the kids can keep playing in The Hotel Glenwood Springs wave pool.

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Glenwood Springs is Home to Two of Colorado’s Best Pick Golf Courses

The impossibly blue skies, warm summer temperatures and affordable greens fees make Glenwood Springe the perfect golf destination in the central Colorado Rockies and Western Slope.  Glenwood Springs is home to two of Colorado’s best pick golf courses.  In Glenwood Springs you’ll be challenged and delighted with the Ironbridge Golf Club located south of town and the Glenwood Springs Golf Club.

Golf Digest has rated Ironbridge Golf Club one of the top courses in all of Colorado.  It is an 18 hole course designed by Arthur Hills.  The course has it all, nearly a 500 foot elevation gain from the pro shop to the tee on #12, play along the Roaring Fork River, Aspen trees and fantastic views of Mt. Sopris.  It is located 4 miles South of Glenwood Springs on Hwy. 82.

Ironbridge Golf Club

• 430 Iron Bridge Rd
• Glenwood Springs, CO  81601-3558
• Toll Free: (866) 945-4301

Glenwood Springs Golf Club has been voted the best 9 hole course in Colorado.  It features 2,865 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35.  It is located in Glenwood Springs on the North end of town.

Glenwood Springs Golf Club

• 193 Sunny Acres Rd
• Glenwood Springs, CO  81601-2828
• Phone: (970) 945-7086

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Dogs are Welcome at Hotel Denver – Glenwood Springs, CO

The practice of allowing dogs at a hotel seems to be on a downward trend.  I recently took a trip to Utah and Arizona and I was amazed at the number of hotels that do not accept pets.  In fact they announce it from their marquis.  I found it very inconvenient, as I enjoy traveling with my two dogs.  And they love to be in a nice clean hotel room and if they are happy, I am happy.

Fortunately for many travelers that explore the Western Slope and I-70, Hotel Denver is pet friendly.  Not in all rooms, but in most rooms.  And we don’t even charge for allowing the dogs to sleep at Hotel Denver.  Dog owners many times have come to me and thanked me for allowing dogs in the hotel and for making their traveling life easier.  Of course I tell them that the owners and I are big canine fans. 

We have had very few problems with dogs in the rooms.  It appears that people that travel with dogs are responsible and caring and aware of other peoples space and they respect Hotel Denver in a way that is very admirable. 

So the next time you are ready to hit the road and come to Glenwood Springs with your dog, call the Hotel Denver to make the necessary arrangement.  We welcome your pets!

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New Hot Springs Pool, Slide and Kiddie Pool hours

The Glenwood Hot Springs Pool begins summer hours on Saturday, May 29. Enjoy the pool from 7:30 am through 10 pm daily.  Hit the water slide from 10-6, and play in the kiddie pool from 10-5.  Rafts, floats, masks, snorkels, foam discs and balls are all welcome.  The pool is kept at a comfortable 90-93 degrees and is a full 405 feet long! The smaller therapy pool is maintained at 104 degrees.  Locker rooms are available and your admission is good all day long. 

(Photo Courtesy Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association)

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Promo code expires soon. Use it from now through May 27.

This promo code works for discounted lodging at two Glenwood Springs properties, but is expiring soon on May 27, 2010.  Take advantage of rates from $99 at The Hotel Denver or Americinn at the Glenwood Caverns.

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Hiking in Glenwood Springs

The trail is designed to take hikers on a journey as if they were a firefighter climbing to a fire. The memorial trail was left steep and rough allowing visitors to experience something similar to what firefighters encounter.

You can access to the Storm King Mountain Memorial Trailhead by automobile traveling west from Glenwood Springs down Interstate 70 for about 5 miles. Take the Canyon Creek Exit (#109), turn east on the frontage road. The road will end at the trailhead.

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Glenwood Whitewater Park

What will they think of next?  But this one is pretty amazing to watch.  Actual surfers on the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs surfing real waves or actually a wave caused by a current in the river and depending on the flow, the waves can be quite challenging.

The waves are caused by the placement of rocks in a certain way that the flow forms a great eddy and wave that can keep a surfer skipping across the face of the water for an extended period of time.  All you need is a hearty wetsuit, a sturdy helmet, some gumption, and a surfboard or a boogie board.  Even the kayakers are getting involved in the action.  I personally haven’t tried it yet but it certainly is fun to watch. 

Most of the action takes place at the Glenwood Whitewater Park on the south side of the river next to Midland Avenue by exit 114.  Parking is limited so if you can walk or bike there, it would be more convenient and preferred.  Check out http://www.glenwoodwhitewaterpark.org/index.html for more information on the park and look through some fun pictures and video. 

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Four guests comment on their stay at The Hotel Denver

This week at The Hotel Denver we had more great feedback from our guests. Room 316 guests said we are “close to the train station, nice, clean, a touch of old time charm, with a nice brewpub”.  They also appreciated the shuttle over the bridge under construction and Jason at the front desk.  The Hotel’s Going Green Program caught the attention of a guest in Room 314.  Guests are offered $5 in the Brewpub if they want to save natural resources by foregoing housekeeping service for a day. She “Loves the program! Everyone should do this.” 442 commented on “Superior service and so clean”.  They are absolutely planning a return and are already thinking of dates.  A great idea generated by one of our guest was a wine bar in the lobby. That sounds delightful.

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