Three of Boulder, Colorado's Top Luxury Hotels

Boulder, Colorado, is a beautiful community, in a beautiful location. Just miles from Denver, it is quiet and outdoorsy, with an eclectic-meets-yuppie vibe. Inhabitants range from the very laid back to the very well off, and some are both. In a community like this, there exists some very upscale hotels. Check out one of these if you want your stay in Boulder to be world class.

Hotel Boulderado
2115 13th street
Boulder, CO, 80302
Phone (800) 433-4344
Rates range from $195-$365/night

Beautiful, elegant, and historic, the Hotel Boulderado was the city's first luxury hotel upon its opening in 1909. It is located right in the historic downtown district, in the pedestrian mall. The rooms offer beautiful views, whether you're looking over the city, or at the famously scenic Rocky Mountains. Guest services include free wireless internet, health club passes, 24-hour business center with fax and copying services, hair dryers and ironing boards, valet parking for $8/day, cable TV, and a complimentary newspaper. There are two lounges, and a restaurant in the hotel, and the décor is bright and charming. Downtown Boulder is a frequent site for festivals, such as the Bach Festival and the Fall Festival. The museum of history and the Boulder Farmer's market, the largest one in Colorado, are nearby. The central location puts right in Boulder's unique and urban downtown.

St. Julien Hotel and Spa
900 Walnut Street
Boulder, CO 80302
(720)406-9696
Rooms start at $245/night. Special packages exist, for spa combinations.

Located in the heart of Boulder, the St. Julien combines class and luxury with health and sensibility. It offers exquisite views of the Flatiron Mountains, and is beautifully decorated in a modern, yet classic style. There are 200 rooms that are spacious and offer all the modern conveniences: free high speed internet (the hotel also has wireless in common areas,) mini bar, large bathrooms, with robes, complimentary turn down service, coffee maker, television with cable, speakerphones, lap top safe, and a complimentary newspaper. Jill's Restaurant, the in-house restaurant, offers unique, organic meals. There is an extensive wine list, and a full bar. The spa is state of the art, 10,000 square feet, and run by an accredited staff of professionals. Their focus is on renewal and respite, and every treatment you can imagine is available there. The fitness center has an indoor lap pool and weight and cardio equipment. Shopping is nearby, as well as downtown Boulder. Hiking in the Flatirons is convenient and challenging.

Renaissance Suites at Flatiron
500 Flatiron Blvd.
Broomfield, CO 80021
Phone (303)464-8400
Rooms start at $189/night; special packages are available

Located just outside of Boulder in Broomfield, this 232 suite hotel offers both luxury, and retreat. It's location is still convenient: only ten minutes from University of Colorado Boulder, 30 minutes from the Denver airport, and across the way from the Flatiron Crossing Shopping Center. Downtown Boulder is about 7 minutes away. This is a full service, elegant hotel, set against a beautiful mountainous backdrop. Suites are elegantly decorated, with French doors and king sized beds, and huge, jetted bathtubs. They come with cable television, CD player, refrigerators, hair dryers, coffee makers, internet data port, and a large work space. "Flatz," the in-house restaurant, features a menu centered around the grill and seafood, and is critically acclaimed, as is the wine list. There is a heated outdoor patio for relaxation and conversation, a private dining room for banquets and conventions, and events such as Thursday Night Live Jazz, sake tastings, and Sunday morning Champagne Brunch. This is a fun and upscale spot to spend your Boulder vacation.