Colorado’s scenic landscapes and outdoor adventures make it a prime destination for active travelers, and many want to bring their furry companions along to enjoy it, too.
Colorado offers abundant pet-friendly lodging, ranging from rustic cabins nestled in the mountains to upscale hotels in bustling city centers. Many offer dedicated pet-friendly rooms or floors, often with amenities like dog beds, bowls, and treats. Some even provide pet-sitting or dog-walking services.
If you’re planning a pet-friendly trip to Colorado, book your accommodations in advance — pet-friendly options fill up quickly, especially during peak season.
Verify specific pet policies, including size and breed restrictions and associated fees.
Responsible pet ownership is essential. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, be sure to clean up after your pets and keep them on leashes in designated areas.
The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
The Broadmoor goes all out to make you and your pet comfortable. The hotel provides bedding and food bowls for your furry friend during your stay. They’ll also give you a complimentary treat.
Many of the shops on The Broadmoor property sell specialty pet items, and the hotel offers an area map with pet-friendly pet parks and scenic walking areas. It also provides contact information for its preferred pet specialists, who offer walking and pet sitting services.
Of course, there’s plenty for humans to enjoy at the iconic Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond resort. The property’s six restaurants offer everything from fine dining to a quick bite.
There’s also an elegant spa, golf, tennis, pickleball courts, and outdoor adventures.
The Broadmoor charges a $100 pet fee.
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, Colorado Springs
Known for its views and tranquil environment, Garden of the Gods Resort and Club is a place to recharge.
Its wellness program offers a spa, fitness center, and concierge medical services. It also offers golf, tennis, and pickleball. You can learn about birds of prey at the Falconry Academy or schedule a guided bicycle group on local single-track trails. Guided hiking or a tour of the Garden of the Gods is also available.
Other activities include whitewater rafting, ziplining, and rock climbing.
If you need a break from your kids, book a nanny and enjoy an evening at one of the resort’s restaurants.
Garden of the Gods allows dogs 40 pounds and smaller for a $200 pet fee.
The Hotel Telluride, Telluride
The Hotel Telluride is a boutique hotel just a 10-minute walk from the town’s historic district.
The Telluride Spa Concierge offers custom massages, facials, and luxury enhancements, and the on-site West End Bistro serves casual American cuisine.
Summer adventures in Telluride include fly fishing, hiking, mountain biking, or kayaking on the San Miguel River.
You can also attend one of the town’s many festivals, such as the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Wine Festival, Telluride Blues and Brews, or the Telluride Film Festival.
If you bring your dog, you’ll receive a welcome bag of Pet Info for Telluride and the hotel’s homemade organic pet treats.
The hotel charges a fee of $25 per pet per night. Up to 10% of all pet fees are donated to Second Chance Humane Society.
Colorado Chautauqua Cottages, Boulder
Built between 1899 and 1954, Colorado Chautauqua’s private historic one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages are perfect for retreats or family reunions. Or you could book a room in the property’s historic lodge.
Grab a bite after a hike or before a concert on the wraparound porch at the Historic Chautauqua Auditorium at The Victorian-style Dining Hall.
The Chautauqua General Store offers food, beverages, souvenirs, and health and wellness products. The recently opened Chautauqua Café, between the Dining Hall and the General Store, offers coffee, sandwiches, salad, and ice cream.
All spaces are fully furnished with full kitchens or kitchenettes; many are pet-friendly.
Hotel Glenwood Springs, Glenwood Springs
Located near the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool, the largest naturally heated pool in the world, the Hotel Glenwood Springs offers its own Splash Pool and indoor waterpark, a 1,600-square-foot pool heated to 85 degrees.
The hotel is next to the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, America’s only mountaintop theme park offering children’s activities, thrill rides, cave tours, and a restaurant.
Hotel Glenwood Springs has set aside a whole floor just for dog-friendly rooms. These rooms have hard floors instead of carpets, and there are many dog-friendly trails nearby.
You’ll pay a non-refundable pet service fee of $15 per night for a pet-friendly room.
Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch, Cortez
Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch offers a collection of private guesthouses and cabins near Mesa Verde, Hovenweep, Bears Ears, and Four Corners.
You’ll find complimentary eggs in your refrigerator, and organically raised beef and lamb are available for purchase.
Activities at the ranch include horseback riding, hiking, biking, and soaking at one of the nearby hot springs. Guests are also welcome to participate in daily chores on the ranch, such as feeding animals and weeding gardens.
You’ll see the entire ranch from the Folsom Point Sanctuary, which features antique doors and temple panels from India. It’s the perfect venue for yoga retreats, sound meditations, and corporate events. Sky Kiva is another excellent yoga option.
The property allows two dogs for a $25 fee per pet, per night.
Hotel Teatro, Denver
Located across from the Denver Center for Performing Arts in downtown Denver, Hotel Teatro is distinguished as one of the Top 10 Hotels in the World by Expedia, and Travel + Leisure Magazine ranks it as one of the World’s Best — Top 50 City Hotels of the U.S.
The hotel recently updated its rooms and amenities, which include upgraded TVs, custom oak wardrobes, and more comfortable furniture.
The Nickel offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, and happy hour. The Study Coffee Bar in the hotel lobby serves freshly baked pastries, coffee, house cocktails, beer, and wine.
The hotel charges a daily Destination Amenity Fee of $30 plus tax per room night. For that, you’ll get complimentary Wi-Fi, a complimentary welcome drink, bottled water, complimentary breakfast burritos from The Study, luxury car service within 2.5 miles of the hotel, and use of custom vintage cruiser bicycles.
Hotel guests will also enjoy discounts from many Larimer Square retailers, including 10% off retail purchases at Dog Savvy.
Dogs stay free at Hotel Teatro, which provides a pet goodie bag. Water bowls and dog beds are available on request.
