The beautiful vacation town of Steamboat Springs is a wonderful winter ski resort destination. Located in northern Colorado’s Yampa Valley, Steamboat Springs is best known for its Steamboat ski resort, an international destination for skiing enthusiasts. In summer, hikers and mountainbikers book a Steamboat Springs hotel because it is a great place to spend exploring nature.
In recent years, Steamboat Springs has grown to be one of the most prestigious destinations for ski enthusiasts in the United States. When planning a vacation to this skiing location, where you stay can make a huge difference in your experience. Here’s a look at some of the best Steamboat Springs hotels, taking into account all the things skiers love and the amenities that will make your vacation worthwhile.
Best Hotels in Steamboat Springs - Quick Guide
- The Best hotel in Steamboat Springs is Nordic Lodge Of Steamboat Hotel with a score of 9.4/10.
- The Cheapest hotel in Steamboat Springs is Rabbit Ears Motel Steamboat Springs for $129 per night.
- The most luxurious hotel in Steamboat Springs is the Steamboat Grand for $445 a night.
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Nordic Lodge of Steamboat Hotel
From $139
The Nordic Lodge, located in downtown Steamboat Springs, is a newly renovated hotel with a rustic look. A great option if you are looking for a cheap hotel in Steamboat Springs.
Known for its exceptional customer service, this Steamboat Springs hotel offers suites and rooms ranging from a 260 square feet standard room to a 650 square feet 2 bedroom apartment with a mountain view, two private bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a full kitchen. All rooms have a refrigerator and microwave unit and offer free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and daily maid service.
Hotel amenities include an indoor hot tub, a seasonal outdoor heated pool, free ski bus, and discounted Old Town Hot Spring passes. This hotel is also one of the few pet-friendly hotels in Steamboat Springs, so you can bring your pets with you as long as you keep them under your supervision.
- 32 guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Outdoor pool
- Airport shuttle
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- Self-serve laundry
- Multilingual staff
- Concierge services
- Picnic area
Holiday Inn Steamboat Springs
From $160
Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains along the U.S. Highway 40, this cheap hotel in Steamboat Springs with an outstanding interior design and quiet space provides guests with quality and convenience.
There are plenty of family-friendly amenities at the huge 117-room Holiday Inn, such as an outdoor and indoor pool, a gaming room, several hot tubs, and a spacious fitness centre. A variety of facilities are provided in all rooms, including a coffee maker, mini-fridge, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, and microwave unit.
This Steamboat Springs hotel also meets both business and leisure travellers’ needs, with a Business Center at guests’ disposal. Also, it has a conference room with over 1,000 square feet of space and technical facilities.
Rex’s American Grill and Bar, where delicious homemade American food is served daily, is on-site. Interestingly, kids aged 11 and under eat free at any time of the day. This is also one of the few pet-friendly hotels in Steamboat Springs that offer a great vacation experience.
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Indoor pool and 2 spa tubs
- Free area shuttle
- Ski storag
- Fitness center
- Business center
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Front desk safe
Mariposa Lodge Bed and Breakfast
From $269
Located in the hills of downtown Steamboat Springs, Mariposa Lodge Bed and Breakfast sit in a charming and quiet neighbourhood along Soda Creek banks.
There are four guestrooms in this stylish Steamboat Springs hotel, each with a private bath and complimentary breakfast served daily. Lodge guests have access to a library, a terrace, a barbeque, free WIFI, and a business centre.
Suppose you feel like engaging in some fun activities during your vacation. In that case, downtown Steamboat is within walking distance of the lodge, and the Steamboat ski resort is located just 5km away.
Guests can go skiing or visit any of several downtown restaurants that offer great meals. If you’re looking for more adventure, the Yampa River Botanic Park is 2.7 km away, while the Old Town Hot Springs is 1.2 km from the lodge.
- Daily housekeeping
- Business center
- Terrace
- Garden
- Library
- Computer station
- Lobby fireplace
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Concierge services
The Inn at Steamboat Hotel
From $229
The Inn at Steamboat is an excellent option for anyone looking for a comfortable but cheap hotel in Steamboat Springs. This cosy chalet-style hotel features 33 rooms in various configurations ranging from a standard king room to a family suite.
The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and equipped with all the necessary amenities found in a good hotel, including a coffee maker and hairdryer. Some of the rooms provide an impressive panoramic view of the Yampa Valley.
Guests can enjoy a nice complimentary breakfast, high-speed wireless internet, and various facilities, including an indoor sauna, a year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tub, and ski storage. A fitness and business centre is also located on-site.
The inn is conveniently located within a short walking distance of the Steamboat ski resort base and less than a 10-minute drive from Steamboat’s Old West main street. You’ll also find a few shops and restaurants around the inn. Guests have the convenience of the hotel’s winter shuttle bus to and from the resort area.
- Daily housekeeping
- Outdoor pool
- Free ski shuttle
- Ski storage
- Fitness center
- 24-hour business center
- Air conditioning
- Lobby fireplace
- Microwave in a common area
- Water dispenser
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott
From $152
The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is a top-notch hotel off Highway 40, offering a warm western feeling at an affordable price. Guests can choose from its 66 rooms including standard rooms with one or two beds, featuring either a whirlpool or mountain view. It offers larger guestrooms and suites as well.
All rooms are equipped with a coffee maker, refrigerator, LCD TV, microwave unit, and hairdryer. On-site facilities include an indoor pool and spa, a fitness centre, a conference and meeting room, a 24-hour business centre, and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
This pet-friendly hotel is 2 miles from the Steamboat Ski Resort and 6 miles from the hiking trails at Fish Creek Falls. The Steamboat Springs Tennis Center and Haymaker Golf Course are both located 3 miles away. You can take advantage of the on-site ski shuttle to get to your preferred fun destinations.
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Indoor pool
- Ski storage
- Fitness center
- 24-hour business center
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Lobby fireplace
- Front desk safe
- Snack bar/deli
Sheraton Hotel Steamboat Resort Villas
From $229
Set within the Steamboat Springs ski resort, the 189-room Sheraton Steamboat Resort Villas is not one of the cheap hotels in Steamboat Springs. This upscale ski-in/ski-out hotel is located about a 5-minute walk from the Christie Peak Express chairlift and the gondola, 2 miles from Rollingstone Ranch Golf Course, and a mile from US-40.
Rooms come in different styles and sizes, ranging from a 392 square feet King Studio with a sofa bed and kitchenette to villas with up to three bedrooms and condos with up to two bedrooms; each equipped with a full kitchen, living room and dining area, and multiple bathrooms. Some of the villas and condos have fireplaces and private balconies with mountain views.
The amenities are exceptional; a heated outdoor pool, year-round hot tubs, fitness centre, gaming room, and restaurants add to the pleasure of staying here. The hotel also has a full-service Spa, plus a rooftop whirlpool for your relaxation.
During the winter season, the hotel provides free shuttle service to the town and guests can also enjoy other winter activities offered by the resort such as snowshoeing and sleigh rides. The Sheraton Steamboat Resort Villas will surely make your winter vacation one to remember as the location, rooms, and establishment itself are not very far from perfect.
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- 3 restaurants
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor pool
- Ski rentals and lessons
- 24-hour fitness center
- Valet parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Computer station
- Lobby fireplace
The Bristol by Magnuson Worldwide
From $139
Located on the main street of Steamboat Springs, this classy hotel is housed in a building that dates back to the 1940s. With only a few modern upgrades, The Bristol takes you back in time as it still retains a lot of its historical essence.
Eighteen rooms range from a 259 square feet king room to a 500 square feet double diamond room with a queen bed and two twin beds. Continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi are provided at The Bristol and pets are welcome in selected rooms only.
Compared to higher-end properties close to the mountains, The Bristol is one of the cheap hotels in Steamboat Springs. The hotel has some surprisingly nice facilities for the price you pay, such as an on-site Italian restaurant and an indoor hot tub.
The beautiful and charming Steamboat Springs hotel is conveniently located from the restaurants and shops and near the ski slopes. There is a free city shuttle that will take you to different downtown locations you may want to explore. The Steamboat Ski Resort is 3.2 miles from the hotel and Fish Creek Falls is 3.6 miles away.
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Spa tub
- Air conditioning
- Library
- Computer station
- Lobby fireplace
- Front desk safe
- Concierge services
- Free newspapers in the lobby
- Luggage storage
Rabbit Ears Motel Steamboat Springs
From $129
Rabbit Ears Motel, located downtown Steamboat Springs, is an affordable, friendly place to stay if you’re on vacation at “The Boat.”
The motel’s 65 rooms are clean, comfortable, and equipped with all modern amenities, with several rooms providing spacious balconies offering views of the Yampa River and Howelsen Hill.
In-room amenities include a coffee maker, microwave unit, refrigerator, and hairdryer. The Rabbit Ears motel also offers free continental breakfast, high-speed internet with free Wi-Fi, free parking, and discounted tickets to the Old Town Hot Springs, located directly across the street.
If you love skiing, the establishment is just 3 miles from Steamboat ski resort. It offers a free bus ride from the property to the base of the mountain. You can also bring your pets with you to this pet-friendly hotel, as long as you keep them under supervision.
- Daily housekeeping
- Outdoor pool access
- 24-hour front desk
- Computer station
- Front desk safe
- Self-serve laundry
- Meeting room
- Picnic area
- Barbecue grills
- TV in a common area
Steamboat Mountain Lodge
From $145
The new custom-built Steamboat Mountain Lodge is located at the base of Steamboat Ski Mountain, in the resort village of Wildhorse Meadows. It offers 38 deluxe hotel rooms, either overlooking the Yampa river wetlands or the Steamboat Ski mountains, and presents the comforts of a modern hotel with free wireless internet access, free continental breakfast, hot tub, barbecue grill, and more.
The Steamboat Mountain Lodge will surely make you feel at home with its warm and welcoming atmosphere. It is located just 2 miles from downtown Steamboat Springs and about a mile from the base of the Steamboat ski area. A free shuttle bus leaves from the end of the driveway and goes to the mountains and downtown regularly.
- Daily housekeeping
- Spa tub
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Air conditioning
- Lobby fireplace
- Self-serve laundry
- Barbecue grills
- Free newspapers in the lobby
- Luggage storage
- Limited hour front desk
The Steamboat Grand
From $445
The Steamboat Grand is a great choice for those looking for a luxurious Steamboat Springs vacation. Situated in the heart of Steamboat Springs, this 328-room property certainly provides great value.
In addition to its luxurious hotel rooms, the Steamboat Grand has studio apartments, luxury penthouses, and condos. Guests can opt for a 450 square feet double-queen room, or a 350 square feet deluxe king room, complete with all the requisite luxury-defining amenities.
The steamboat grand offers a full-service grand spa, heated pool and hot tubs, fitness center, storage and rental of ski equipment, and more.
Getting to the slopes shouldn’t be a challenge if you enjoy skiing as the Steamboat ski area is about a 5-minute walk away. A complimentary shuttle service is also available to make your journey between different fun sites so much easier.
- 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor pool and 2 spa tubs
- Breakfast available
- Ski rentals
- Fitness center
- Self parking
- Conference center
- 24-hour front desk
- Lobby fireplace
Hotel Name | Rating | Price | |
Nordic Lodge Of Steamboat Hotel | 9.4/10 | $139 | |
Holiday Inn Steamboat Springs | 9.2/10 | $160 | |
Mariposa Lodge Bed and Breakfast | 9.2/10 | $269 | |
The Inn at Steamboat Hotel | 9.2/10 | $229 | |
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott | 8.8/10 | $152 | |
Sheraton Hotel Steamboat Resort Villas | 8.8/10 | $229 | |
The Bristol by Magnuson Worldwide | 8.8/10 | $139 | |
Rabbit Ears Motel Steamboat Springs | 8.8/10 | $129 | |
Steamboat Mountain Lodge | 8.6/10 | $145 | |
The Steamboat Grand | 8.4/10 | $445 |
