My kids "wow! camping is so fun!" While this may be marketed as The Broadmoor's Wildnerness…read moreExperience it's far from camping. It's even a few steps above glamping as it should be for the steep price. However, if you want to experience a few days in a great outdoors The Ranch at Emerald Valley is perfect. After 4 nights at the Broadmoor resort (also amazing) we took the 2pm shuttle up a rocky mountain road to the Ranch. We were greeted by Aaron, a fellow Northwestern alum (go Wildcats) and his incredible staff. There were 38 people total our first night there, which the told us was a record for the Ranch. It didn't feel very crowded though (especially after the craziness of the resort) and most of the people had kids the same age as ours which was a lot of fun. They showed us to our cabin, Hills Cabin, which I realized was the "presidential cabin." It was a huge 2 bedroom cabin that had enough room for 6 kids up in loft up top and a beautiful master suite. + 3 bathrooms and a ginormous kitchen/dining room that we didn't really put to use. It also have a big TV with Netflix and a lovely fireplace. There's a 3rd bedroom that's attached to it, although the 2nd night we were there it was rented by another couple with a separate entrance. There's plenty of fun to be had at the ranch: horseback riding, paddleboats/kayaks, archery, fishing, hiking etc. And if you get a rainy afternoon there are plenty of board games to play both in the lodge and in the cabin. We spent 2 nights here, although with the rain wish we had an extra night to enjoy some of the activities we didn't have a chance to squeeze in. The food was absolutely amazing. My picky children were even in heaven and my little guy has been asking for lobster ever since trying it as their Wed night cookout. Dinners besides the twice a week cookout involves ordering off a menu with plenty of choices for all. I do wish they did a better job with labeling the buffet with food allergies. My son has a serious nut allergy and almost ate a brownie with walnuts because it wasn't labeled and I had to constantly ask if things had nuts and/or gluten in them. They asked for our dietary restrictions ahead of time so assumed they'd be better about this. This really was a very special experience that I think our kids will remember for a long time. I heard this coming week a big family is renting out the entire ranch and I'd love to do the same with family and/or friends at some point, although it was fun getting to know some lovely people from around the country as well.

Absolutely incredible. Breathtaking location, the food was amazing, the lodge is so cute, rooms are…read moresuper nice and so many fun activities and amenities. Staff is incredible. One of the most memorable two days with my family and we can't wait to go back.

I was traveling through Woodland Park when a bad snow storm it. I was able to make a last minute…read morereservation at the Woodland Inn and ended up spending two nights there. I was thankful for how kind and welcoming the owners are. They made lovely breakfast and they've lived in the area for decades so they are able to give recommendations for local sites, restaurants, and travel routes. They were friendly and happy to chat but also happy to give me space and alone time. My room had a queen bed and an attached bathroom. There was no TV in my room but there is free WiFi. It was a very cold winter weekend but they had extra blankets. They also have a hot tub out back and they're surrounded by pretty woods.

We stayed here for a family reunion in July 2017. Sue and Frank were gracious hosts. Our room was…read morequite comfortable, and the breakfasts were delicious. We took family photos by the koi pond and up the path with a view of Pike's Peak. It was a lovely stay!

I'm only giving 1 star because 0 isn't an option…read more The owner "Jesse" has lost the idea of what customer service really means. If you call to speak with someone, you get a voicemail, every time. They made a mistake, and when I spoke with him he was defensive, rude, and seemed like he could not care any less about the inconvenience he caused. Perhaps, had I been able to speak with someone, or my email was returned in a timely manner, this situation would have had a different outcome.

The views from the balcony are amazing. It is nestled in the most serene place. It has a hot tub…read moreand the inn next door (sister inns) has a firepit for smores. Theres no front staff, you "check inn" by going to the lockbox and entering the combo they send you. The lock boxes are located at the bigger inn which wasn't written anywhere so it took us a while to get to it. It is within walking distance of the local bar, a restaurant and a gift shop. I HIGHLY recommend. The only negative I found was that the walls are super thin so you can hear your neighbors every move!

We were blessed enough to find this incredibly gorgeous venue for our "Celebration of Life" for a…read moreloved one who passed. We were absolutely blown away at not only how breath-takingly beautiful it was, but also how you feel like you're hanging with family (while planning and enjoying your event, whenever you're speaking with the owners (Dean & Kathy). They were so kind and helpful! When we say that every single detail of their home/venue is meticulous and HIGH DOLLAR BEAUTY ... there are now words! Every single detail is perfection!! We highly recommend.

It's an amazing venue lovely owners and just charming- the decorations the view and homey feel. I…read morelove that wild turkeys come to the feeder

If you are looking for the best place to stay in manitou springs then look no further. The blue…read moreskies inn owned by local artist and wildlife photographer Sally and her husband Mike is the only choice. From uniquely designed rooms to the perfect breakfast delivered to your room each morning including the best fresh made muffins in town. It is an easy 10 minutes walk to downtown Manitou along the creek and a quick drive to garden of the gods. We have stayed here most years for a long weekend or a quick getaway and never look anywhere else. If you have not stayed here yet then you are missing out.

This is a wonderful bed and breakfast , you will be so comfortable here! Make sure and walk the…read moreentire grounds , beautiful flowers and so much more.

Tight spot to park, but hey--if we can do it, anyone can. Once you're in, it's tree heaven. They…read moreeven escort you to your site, which is great because without them we'd probably still be circling the campground like lost campers on a quest for s'mores. Weekend activities were a blast--cornhole and ladder ball made us feel way more athletic than we actually are. The goats? Adorable. My son is now convinced we need to adopt one (sorry HOA). And the fishing pond was a total win--kept the kiddo entertained long enough for us to actually relax. Great vibe, fun extras, and just rustic enough to feel like camping while still having everything you need. Highly recommend--just don't be surprised if you leave wanting goats.

Avoid if you value your sanity and your RV! We had a miserable experience thanks to nonstop highway…read morenoise that made it feel like we were parked on the shoulder. But worse was being assigned a site we literally couldn't fit into without professional help. After much effort (and stress), an RV tech with a dolly had to pull us out--thankfully without damaging our camper. When we shared this with the office, they casually admitted the site has "had issues" before because of a poorly placed tree. If they already know it's problematic, why are they still assigning guests to it? That kind of disregard is unacceptable, and we won't be returning. I feel like they put you purposely in that site, so you have to pay the RV tech ($300) to get you out because he is coincidentally the guy in the campground map advertisements. Very strange!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The check in process was a bit slow because we booked through…read moreAgoda, but the woman at the front desk was friendly and talked us through the amenities, like the cold plunge and sauna. The room was clean and had a microwave and mini fridge. We were on the 3rd floor and really enjoyed the view of the mountain. The hotel is in an ideal location, about a 2 minute drive from all the shops in Manitou Springs and 5 minutes from Garden of the Gods. Will definitely be back here next time we're in town. A couple days after checking out, I did notice an additional charge from the hotel for the room. I called them to tell them that I had already prepaid and the person helping me, Julia, was very helpful about reversing the charge and apologizing for the mistake. She did mention that they price match third party booking sites (which is why I booked through Agoda), so if you do choose to stay here, I recommend booking directly with them.

Room for improvement:…read more We recently completed a four-night family stay at The Outrider. While we appreciated aspects of our visit, we felt the overall experience didn't quite match the price tag or how the property is presented online. While the wellness facilities like the sauna, steam room, hot tub, and cold plunge are highlighted, they felt a bit overhyped on the website. The pool was decent, though adding umbrellas for shade would make a big difference. Potential guests should also note that this is a walk-up property with no elevators and has more of a vintage motel layout. The bathrooms were disappointing as well, featuring basic shower shells with no tile and no handheld shower spray handle. Perks like dining or basic hotel conveniences are minimal. The only refreshment options are a small front-desk fridge and a regular coffee station, with no decaf available. We also missed having regular housekeeping services during a multi-night stay. It was a decent stay, but given the rate, we'll likely try a different hotel on our next visit.

Closed at this time. I picked this hotel for the view from this bar/restaurant, but it is no longer…read moreopen.

Run down,,rude snotty entitled staff. No food no drinks, bar is closed. Stay anywhere else. If you…read moreask for assistance they will tell you management is not on site and you can only email an individual named Laura. Laura never responds. Horrible experience.