This was a charming find on our last-minute stay in Boulder! Nestled at "the foot of the mountain"…read moreis this delightful motel, founded in 1934. Jess greeted us cheerfully, honored an online discount (found on their website), and set us up with everything we needed. This was so appreciated, especially on short notice. Everything here is kitsch and cute! The cozy rooms have individual heating and cooling, warm blankets, TV (not that you will want to watch it with the breathtaking views of nature available), mimi fridge, a shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispenser and makeup remover towelettes, hair dryer and plenty of towels. Board games and books were available for use. Bicycles were available to rent for $5 an hour but it was raining so we didn't use them. There was no shortage of blankets or pillows. We burrowed under them and slept deeply. Complimentary breakfast was served until 9am and the offerings were delicious: coffee, juices (orange, apple, cranberry), milk (dairy, soy, almond). Bagels and English Muffins with butter, jelly, peanut butter and cream cheese. Four kinds of cereals (including Cinnamon Toast Crunch, my fave). Oatmeal. Fruit and hard boiled eggs. Postcards, hats, posters and mugs were available for purchase. I bought a postcard to send to my daughter in Nebraska. Jess offered to stamp and mail it for me! I enjoyed my coffee on a bright red outdoor chair while breathing in crisp mountain air and surveying the beauty around me. We have stayed in high end hotels and Air BnB's in Boulder before but this has been our favorite spot! We will absolutely return.

We booked Friday and Saturday nights this weekend through Hotels.com. We were in Boulder for a…read moreconcert, and excited to stay in this cute looking place. Upon arriving, we were told there was no reservation for us, although we had a confirmation to show! We got a "Sorry, there is a system issue with Hotels.com (and the rest??), the manager's not available, and we have no other room available. She took our information for a future refund - that's it... It was graduation weekend for the university, and after scrambling and stress, we found only one night at another hotel that wouldn't have been our 1st, 2nd, or 5th choice! ): We had to leave a day early. Bad enough to put us in that situation, cut out trip short, but there needs to be more recompense that just a refund. We were NOT happy!!

Came to Thursday evening adventure yoga here. Despite the rain we had a great time. It was a…read morereally nice flow, some fun background music and then a free beer after! There's also a food truck parked outside and the DJ kept playing while we all drank our beers. Really beautiful setting for some nice evening yoga!

The dirt entry road should have been my first clue... If you are a true outdoor adventurous, and…read moreyou do not mind hostile style sleeping or dirt roads or just completely laid-back housing on your vacation. This is the place for you. For me, I should have read the small print! $$ First of all... The young lady at the front desk had to deal with me after I had not slept for 36 hours, I have to give her a very high rating for fixing my reservation and allowing me to sleep in one of the cabin room for one night instead of on a hostel cot in a unit with five other people. I did go out and make a reservation at a different establishment for the other two nights that I was going to stay in Boulder. Second of all, I just needed to sleep... So this was a perfect place to lay my head until the morning. The three stars is definitely for the staff as they were very kind and very accommodating. I don't know how to rate the room itself. The railing that led to my room was rickety so I did not use it to climb the stairs that were also questionable. The room itself and the bed and linen were clean, but the floor of the tub was so brown that I could not take a shower in it. The TV did not work, and there was no air-conditioning. They did supply a box fan, which I set up in front of the TV (that was not functional) and slept with the fan blowing on me all night. Yes, I was in Colorado, but during the summer it's as warm as Georgia! For those of you who hate your phone, this is the perfect place for you as there is NO... And I mean zero... Cell service. The bright side is, is that they do provide Wi-Fi So there you have it! Enjoy life, make lots of memories, and safe travels

We attended a New Year's Eve party here, but did not stay at the hotel…read more The event was top notch with plenty of food and drinks and a dance floor to accommodate a large party of people. The did a great job of curating a wonderful event

Good but not the best, and slightly disappointed for the price of treatments. I came visiting from…read moreout of town so my bestie and I both booked spa treatments here. We drove thirty minutes to boulder and she had the alpine massage which she raved about and loved but I had the mountain lavender massage and it was average at best. We had called the day prior to reserve the crystal mat for me and when I arrived they didn't have it. The lady doing my massage went out from the room, went to talk to some people and then came back and told me it was "in use". She then said she'd add on hot stones at no charge. They also cut my massage short as a result of it and yes we were about 4-5 minutes late but they were a bit disorganized. I paid for a 50 minute and really only got about a 30-35 minute and it wasn't all my fault. My therapist was alright but flustered and didn't ask me about pressure etc. It felt very rushed and I wasn't relaxed so for the price I paid I was honestly was pretty unhappy about it. Facilities were nice though- there is a sauna and steam room and you do get to use the hotel jacuzzi and pool. Again, to that add however the facilities were being taken up by a large bridal shower group and they were using all of the two personal change rooms and get ready space. It was very inconvenient to say the least and for someone paying, it felt like I was overlooked and maybe even a little in the way. I wouldn't be back based on the experience, for such a high end price tag I really felt service and experience would have been better. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend either.

We needed an overnight stay locally when having some floors refinished. The first night of the…read morework, there was was more odor than we expected this time as we had done this before on different rooms, one in the 70s and 2 and a hall in the 90s. Maybe we were younger and braver ( or ignorant) so for nights 2 and 3 we got a room at this local hotel in South Boulder. We were lucky to find a room at all this time of year in Boulder and this location was convenient. The room was fairly new and attractive though utilitarian. It has nice view to Boulder's west wall of mountains, from the Flatirons to Boulder Canyon and the the summits of the wilderness areas. There is much in between your room and those places, residential and commercial uses, though not unpleasant. The desk staff was pleasant and efficient first checkin. The room was bright and airy and a comfortable temperature. The entire place was spotless. I was pleased to see a walk in shower, which I do not have at home. The controls were simple and shiny and a hand grab bar in place. The linens were fresh , white , and comfortable to sleep on. The towels were also new and fluffy but more basic. The desk chair was damaged as it was the wrong slope for the work desk. Bad design from the beginning as obviously it had been shoved in by visitors. Otherwise the room design seems efficient. All the typical amenities were there, microwave, coffee option, hairdryer (nice I left home in a hurry without mine,) iron and ironing board. Big screen tv, nice to have last night as all of our options at home were disconnected for the work being done. If ever you need a quick local place , this would be a good choice. I would myself but I hope I don't need to run off any time soon again.

Great clean hotel. Staff is very friendly. They went out of their way to see if the room was ready…read morebefore check in. Didn't even had to ask. I then left an item in the room after check out- I received an email from them to inform me. I'm very impressed. This item isn't cheap-so I was very happy to know they have honest people there. Highly recommend!

We enjoy staying in historical hotels and the Hotel Boulderado is possibly the best one we have…read morestayed at. The staff- from valet to front desk to restaurant staff- were all friendly and helpful. Booked a historic suite with the most amazing balcony. The room was spacious and well done with historic touches all in place. The hotel is beautiful and well worth a stay!

Stayed at Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado and had a mixed experience. The hotel itself is…read morehistoric (over 100 years old), and that shows, particularly in the lobby. The rooms are very ordinary, not as they appear when you are booking. It's also in a great location--very close to the University of Colorado Boulder and walkable to a lot of shops and restaurants. The lobby is definitely the highlight--absolutely beautiful with intricate details, a vintage glass ceiling, and a grand, elegant feel that gives you a sense of the building's history. Our room was clean, and the bathroom was also well-maintained. The surrounding area felt safe, which we appreciated. That said, the room itself was a bit dark, which seems pretty typical for many American hotels. The biggest downside for us was the required valet parking. It meant we never really had easy access to our car unless we wanted to go through the hassle of requesting it every time. Because of that, we ended up just using Uber the whole stay. Personally, I would much rather just pay to park and have direct access to my own vehicle. To be fair, the valet staff were always very friendly and welcoming whenever we came and went. We also ran into some minor inconveniences--there didn't seem to be enough robes, towels, or washcloths available during our stay. Overall, it was fine for a short visit. The lobby is stunning and the location is excellent, but the valet situation alone would make me choose somewhere else next time.

The Hilton Garden Inn is a great stay option in Boulder! I stayed for two night while in town for a…read morework trip and had a great experience. It's a modern hotel with a large Lobby hang out space which I always appreciate. There is also a really great outdoor space with umbrellas for hot sunny days and string lights to set the vibes for night hangs. It's also in a great location, just a quick 5-10 minute drive to all the happenings on Pearl Street. The room itself was a decent size with double beds, but it didn't feel overly crowded. The beds and bedding were so comfortable after a long day! In the morning there is a buffet style breakfast and complimentary coffee. The coffee was actually so good! Overall, we had a wonderful stay here and it's a great budget-friendly option!

I still like this hotel on my second stay, but might consider another next time around…read more The good: bed was comfortable, shower was nice, and you can prop the window open for a little mountain air. I also liked the lobby where we could all cowork a bit. The average: the cost was manageable for a work trip, but it's still pricey like all things in Boulder. It's the value option but would be a high end price point in a lot of places. Location? Pretty good. Not a walk to the farmers' market or Pearl Street, but certainly very close to many things (including breakfast at The Buff across the street) and a very short drive to many things you'd want to be near. The main issue this time was they only had one working elevator the entire weekend we were here. It's the only way to the parking garage and there were times I was waiting 10-15 minutes per session which was insane. Staff sort of tried to play it off (what are they supposed to do?) but it was a thing. The parking garage was also jam packed on this weekend, which wasn't the case last time. We struggled to find spots multiple times, and if I hadn't committed to already adding the $27 parking fee per day, I might've tried for some street parking to save time and money. It can be very tight turning into it as well. A couple other nice touches: I liked that they had decent coffee available in the lobby during the mornings, and a cold filtered water station. The bar wasn't open which would've been nice as we all unwound after an event, but it is what it is. This one hit most boxes the first time around, but didn't quite pan out perfectly on round two. I'll consider it if traveling to Boulder, but will probably look elsewhere first.

We have stayed at this hotel every time we have traveled to Boulder and it has consistently…read moreprovided great service. Very clean, great breakfast, wonderful staff. Love the cleaning staff- all are friendly! We love this hotel and will stay here again. We travel with our dog and wr have never had problems.

My friend and I stayed at this hotel when we visited Boulder for 4 nights. We got the king room…read morewith a Mountain View, and it came with an amazing view! The room was very clean and the front staff checked us in quickly. There is $25 charge for parking per day, but they do have an u ground parking garage that connects directly to the elevator which makes it easily to go back and forth. They do have a hotel breakfast which was alright but had plenty of options. The room was spacious enough and the bathroom was great! Only wish there was a shower door to fully close but it was manageable. The kitchen area was fully stocked with dishes and utensils. This seemed like a fairly new hotel and was located in walking distance of many different attractions.

Good for the money. Clean and had everything you need. In this economy it's nice a place like this…read moreexists. Took a star off because I woke up to the sounds of random loud machinery at 6am and it lasted for a while. Ruined my sleep for the day. It wasn't from outside the area it was something in the complex.

5 Stars for a basic hotel that may not look like much, but wins in terms of location, price, and…read moreservice. I was attending a conference in downtown Boulder, but looking for inexpensive, yet safe, accommodation. The reviews for Boulder University Inn were remarkably good for the price point, so I booked. When we arrived, I was a bit skeptical given the outside appearance. It looked like an old motel. Checking in at the front desk was easy and pleasant enough. It felt like a small, old school motel, which was different than the big hotel chains I'm used to, but it had its own kind of charm. The room was basic, but clean and comfortable. The real charm came from the service though. Samantha was at the front desk and when my sister and I asked about the safety of the area (in terms of walking to Downtown Boulder and back, possibly at night), she gave us great info and made us feel comfortable. Beyond giving us a quick lay of the land, we were extremely thirsty after a long walk and she was so kind as to offer us some extra complimentary waters. This was a small thing, but sets a small hotel apart from the big chains where no one has the autonomy to make someone's day with a little kindness. Overall, an affordable, safe, and decent hotel in Boulder that I'd definitely return to in the future!

There is nothing bad about Chautauqua, no matter the reason for being there. There is the park…read moreitself. The Dining Hall for a nice restaurant and the housing available to rent. There is also an auditorium that houses concerts and other programming. Some are run by external organizations and some by the Chautauqua Association. There is a long running classical concert series run by the Colorado Music Festival. And a separate series of more pop concerts by the Association itself. They also host special events like the one I attended Sunday featuring films and discussions by Historic Boulder. I have attended events in this historic building since before it was restored in 1977, though it is much more comfortable and tech equipped now. The upgrades have included new seating also. The building itself is still very rustic, without central heat or AC. But at least it now has a solid roof over our heads and no longer leaks into the buckets on the floor as it did in 1975. We've had some good decades since the renovation. I've included some pix so you can see how rustic it is but the sound enhancements have made it a worthy music venue.

A National Historic Landmark, the Colorado Chataqua is a must visit when anywhere near Boulder. We…read moretook the opportunity to have a "staycation" while attending a music performance. While there are 60+ cabins available for long term stays, we chose one of their lodge rooms for our stay; it was perfect. The lodge has been recently renovated and was very comfortable and quiet. Kitchenette, with coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave. WiFi. No TV. The vintage photos of early Chataqua life add to the ambience. What a wonderful experience.

The location of the inn is perfect and the home itself divine. The room was sadly a huge…read moredisappointment. The trash can by the desk was full of Mucinex boxes and tissues. The lamp and clock on the chipped and stained nightstand were completely crooked which was odd. We thought for a moment that we walked into the wrong room. This $300 stay was in a room that can be seen at a $120 La Quinta Inn. I travel for a living and am in roughly 30+ hotels a year. I was thankful though that the bed and pillows were comfortable enough to sleep well in. The towels are rough and cheap or old maybe? The bathroom counter needed repair. Just overall not good. Upon first arrival to the inn we walked in to be greeted by one in tact and one half eaten small muffin on the food bar which I guess was the snack offering as it was on a little service dish not an individuals plate. Super uninviting. The parking was great though and appreciated. We did enjoy the Great Room a little while during our stay which was cozy. When we got back from our dinner on Friday evening just before 9pm we wanted a cup of hot tea for bed and there was no longer any hot water on the beverage bar. What a disappointment. I will also say the tea choices were worse than that at a Hampton Inn. Very basic and not even close to even what a mid level hotel offers. The breakfast was nice. Quiche looked amazing but by the time we came down to eat at 9:45 which I understand is 15 minutes before it ended - the warmer was off and the quiche was cold. We did grab a muffin which tasted like it was from Safeway or Costco but it helped as we were hungry. Instead we had to eat a light bite across the street at the cafe. Another disappointment. Overall what could and should have been a really special experience felt like a run down room with a mediocre breakfast experience. I came with my adult daughter to celebrate her 26th birthday and I have to be honest and say that I felt terrible that I chose this inn. We made the best of it and really enjoyed our time together just the same because after all that is what mattered most.

The Bradley is fine, provided you're not expecting a luxury hotel experience. This is an INN,…read morey'all. There are only 12 rooms. It's right off of the main drag of downtown Boulder. C'mon, folks. The pros: The staff are nice (and who really cares if a staff member is a little high, this is Colorado, per the other review--Bradley is a super nice guy and I never saw him stoned during my nearly one week stay) The breakfast is lovely--fresh fruit, oatmeal, yogurt, baked goods, and quiche--along with coffee, tea, etc. If it's your thing, you can have drinks around 5pm with some snacks Prime location in downtown Boulder with parking Lovely great room and office area The cons: Yes, the rooms are somewhat dated--I stayed in two different rooms, and one had some really worn carpet--but they're clean You can experience a decent amouont of road noise on the first floor, and I didn't have luck getting help with my suitcase up to the second floor (and I had a sprained shoulder, but it was manageable) They have wifi and now cable (along with DVD players, though I had to have them replace the DVD player) but no smart TVs if you are obsessed with that Overall, I'd stay here again...and I'm PICKY.