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    Zapata Ranch: A Nature Conservancy Preserve

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    Great Sand Dunes Lodge - Debris obscuring our view of the Great Sand Dunes in background.

    Great Sand Dunes Lodge

    (33 reviews)

    Don't let the name fool you. This place feels more like a rural motel than anything else. My room…read moreappeared to have been recently remodeled, but the work was clearly rushed with poor craftsmanship everywhere. It's an odd mix of new and worn, with a muggy atmosphere and questionable beds. I even found insects on the bed, and the window was difficult to open. To make matters worse, the balcony is open, meaning anyone, including an unruly child, could easily access your window. The only positives are the location, the view and the friendliness of the staff. Unfortunately, that's not enough to justify a higher rating,I wouldn't give it more than one star. Breakfast is advertised, however, gas station breakfast seems to be superior. Overall, this place has a great potential, but why anyone should invest in making this place better? Their rooms are overpriced and the return is only the near location to the National Park. A hotel in Alamorosa is 30 min away, and perhaps a better choice.

    3-3.5 We stayed at the Geodesic Dome, and overall it was a…read morefun and unique experience. As the website mentioned, it features a queen bed, small heater, a power outlet, and a light. However, both the heater and the light were already plugged in, so in practice, there wasn't really a free outlet available--unless I missed something! One interesting thing to note about the dome is the "window" situation. The curtains only cover about four out of the six panels, meaning there are gaps around the edges where people can see in. We ended up using towels and pillows for privacy. The shared bathrooms were exactly as described and totally functional! Not a big deal, but a couple more hooks or maybe a small shelf would make a nice difference. while I don't have a photo, I have to mention the adorable resident cat named Peppermint, who patiently waited outside the bathroom for some pets. So cute!

    The 1899 B&B Inn

    The 1899 B&B Inn

    (14 reviews)

    The 1899 Inn is a beautiful historic building in the heart of La Veta. It was full of charm and…read moreantique furniture to look at. The rooms were clean and well maintained. The location was perfect for walking to a restaurant or the wine bar in town. The owner made fabulous breakfasts and was up early to make sure the coffee was ready. She was delightful and sweet. She did her best to make sure we were cared for, comfortable, and well fed to begin the day. Our private bathroom had a soaking tub rather than a shower. We had to use the general bathroom if we wanted a shower. (I was ok with that.) La Veta is a very small town at the base of the Spanish Peaks in southern Colorado. The townsfolk were very friendly and welcoming to visitors. I would go back in a heartbeat.

    This B&B created in a historic home/hospital is very charming. I especially like the sunroom which…read morewas skillfully added some years ago and now functions as the breakfast room. This place has many positive points, my favorite of which is the wonderful coffee and breakfast cooked and served by our host. I would be remiss though, if I didn't point out a couple of negatives as a "just so you know". There is NO air conditioning so on hot days, even with the windows open and fans running at night, it is warm. We didn't perish but it didn't inspire snuggling. The second issue for me was the lack of a stand-up shower. There is a nice claw foot tub with a 3' rubber thing that you plug one end into the spigot and a shower spray comes out the other end. However considering its 3' length I had to kneel in the tub to rinse my hair and do my bathing. No, I am not a bath person. For my $105 I wish they'd install a stand up shower fixture and an oblong ring at the top from which to hang a shower curtain. Our beds were very comfortable and the overall ambiance is pleasant. We enjoyed the teeny tiny town of La Veta; it is worth getting off the beaten path to visit.

    Pennington Place Bed and Breakfast - Chapel at Pennington Place Bed and Breakfast | Wedding Venue

    Pennington Place Bed and Breakfast

    (3 reviews)

    This beautiful inn is awesome... the rooms are impeccably decorated . It is a gem to find this…read moretucked away in Walsenburg . It is inviting , and joyful ! We fell in love with the proprietors- Donna and Rich . It is an amazing beautiful place to stay ! 5 stars ! Highly recommend!! we love it

    I can't say enough good things about this place. Rich and Donna were very good hosts. And their…read moreaccommodations are really great. We only stayed one night, on our way to our home base for the rest of our motorcycle touring trip; however, we are very likely to return and use Pennington Place as home base for our next trip to the beautiful Rocky Mountains. The property is gated and passcode protected. It felt very safe and secure. We stayed in the Sevilla Marie room at Pennington Place (all of their rooms are named after Donna and Rich's parents, which I thought was a nice touch--and decorated in a way that honors the namesake. How cool is that?) Our room was very clean, the bathroom was stocked with shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion. The shower had good water pressure and our room had a small kitchenette. Had we stayed longer, we may have used that more, but for just overnight, we didn't really need it. And oh the bed--very, very comfortable. And the pillows were just right--not too puffy, not too thin. And right out the window is a beautiful view of Spanish Peaks. Donna asked what our evening plans were and we said we were going to go into town to have dinner. She had a recommendation for us and we told her we would try it. Without even being asked, she called La Plaza for us and asked if we needed a reservation. They said that would be safe and so she reserved us a table. Little did she know, it was our anniversary. And the food was great--we highly recommend it if you are staying in Walsenburg. We also were lucky enough to join two other couples for Donna's full breakfast the next morning. It was nice to sit around a table--so few of us do that these days--and visit with new friends over Donna's delicious food. She served a savory egg dish, garnished with avocado and salsa. She also provided a cinnamon sugar muffin and a fruit and yogurt parfait. We drank juice and water, but she also offered coffee--just no takers this morning. If you are coming to Colorado and passing through Walsenburg, this is a no-brainer. Stay here. And if you haven't ever considered Walsenburg as a peaceful, quiet, serene getaway....do yourself a favor and come meet Rich and Donna and see their beautiful location. The property has quite a story, but I've typed too much already. And besides, it's a better story coming from them! Go see them! And take some friends...Pennington Place would be a great place for a group of 6-8 people just wanting to get away from the rat race!

    Music Meadows Ranch

    Music Meadows Ranch

    (7 reviews)

    Great experience! I was in Westcliffe for an offsite work retreat. Music Meadows Ranch was…read morerecommended by a fellow coworker. We had a group of 10 and had a wonderful time! Nicole was so easy to work with and talk to when I was planning the trip. We were unable to do a full day of riding so the ladies were very accommodating and we rode from 9am - 12:30/1pm. This was the first time anyone in the group had the freedom to direct their horse where to go and to trot. We had all only been horse back riding when you ride in a single file line which is... fine. This was SO much better!! They give you a lot of training before you ride so you feel comfortable directing the horse on your own. 5/5 stars definitely recommend! The ladies were also fun to talk to while riding! And the kitties at the barn were cute.

    I took a group of 9 people to Music Meadows. Absolutely fantastic. Elin Parker Ganschow is a…read morefantastic guide and teacher. She custom tailored the ride to my kids' more advanced riding abilities, so I'm sure she can do the same for your group. She's a bit more expensive than the other ranch near Westcliffe (Bear Basin), but very worth it. Bear Basin would only do "nose to tail" rides where you're stuck in a line the whole time. Elin at Music Meadows encouraged our group to get to know our assigned horse, get them to do what we wanted and explore the open country. (I'm sure you can do regular trail rides in a line as well). Great variety of terrain on a huge, 3800 acre working cattle ranch. A mixture of open grasslands, rolling sage hillsides, aspen groves, water crossings and amazing views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Also, each rider was given a very nice Music Meadows aluminum water bottle for the ride, and got to keep them afterwards (probably supposed to be a secret bonus at the end, so shhhhhh!). Music Meadows is home of "Sangres Best" grass-finished beef, and you can buy some on site to take home. Since I was already covering a ride for 9 people, we just bought some all-beef bratwurst and franks, and they were delicious. She also let us sample some of their new beef jerky, which only had a small handful of entirely pronounceable ingredients. Elin also gave us a tour of the cute (and surprisingly big) cottage on the ranch. It's beautifully decorated and can be rented out. It looks like it could sleep quite a few people. I've been on plenty of trail rides throughout Colorado, and Music Meadows is top notch. Hats off to Elin for working tirelessly to carry on Colorado's rich western heritage. The ranch is protected under a conservation easement through San Isabel Land Trust that ensures it remains in its natural state for generations to come. Dang it. I'm gushing. Give these guys a try. You'll be glad you did.

    Zapata Ranch: A Nature Conservancy Preserve - hotels - Updated June 2026

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