Colorado accommodation from AU$124

Hiking, skiing and rock climbing, oh my! Colorado is an outdoorsman’s (or woman’s!) playground, thanks to those little peaks called the Rocky Mountains—maybe you’ve heard of them. But that’s not all. The roaring Colorado River and quiet lakes have some of America’s best fishing (the locals would tell you it’s the best), and no matter where you find your ideal Colorado hotel, you can always end your day kickin’ back with a frosty, locally brewed pint.

Things to Do in Colorado

Consider this: Australia’s highest peak is 2228 m; the Colorado Rockies have more than 50 peaks over 4200 m! These are known as “14ers” (14,000 ft) in the U.S., and those who want to summit one should book one of our Colorado hotels near Pike National Forest or Rocky Mountain National Park. If you’d rather glide down hills than climb them, check out trendy Vail, historic Breckenridge or always-sophisticated Aspen for the ski getaway of a lifetime.

“Angling” for a different type of activity? Make your home base closer to Colorado Springs and head to Eleven Mile State Park for the state’s best fishing—including bowfishing (yes, that’s fishing with a bow and arrow!). You’ve never looked so edgy.

Getting To & Around Colorado

Denver International Airport (DEN) is a popular gateway for all types of Colorado travellers, whether your final destination is the peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park or the breweries of Boulder. Skiers can fly right into Aspen Airport (ASE) to waste no time getting to the slopes. Wherever you book Colorado accommodation, look into Wotif’s awesome car hire selection to get you there faster than Shaun White on the halfpipe.

Looking to elevate your next holiday? Wotif’s got Colorado deals from Aspen to Colorado Springs and more. Exploring our awesome selection is the easy part—it’s saying goodbye to the “Rocky Mountain State” that will be hard.

Need insider tips on must-see attractions in Colorado? Check out our Colorado travel guide!