Aptly named “Colorado’s last great ski town” and “Colorado’s wildflower capital,” Crested Butte is a popular destination for exploring the outdoors year-round. This quaint and historic mountain town just 30 minutes outside of Gunnison features some amazing bed and breakfasts.
Resting in the shadows of Mt. Crested Butte, the historic downtown features charming Victorian homes, local shops, and restaurants. Plus, it offers direct access to hiking and biking trails right from town.
One of the best ways to discover the history and unique character of this quaint hamlet is with a stay in one of its local bed and breakfasts. From cozy mountain lodges to private European chalets here are the best bed and breakfasts in Crested Butte.
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Here are among the best bed and breakfasts in Crested Butte, CO, in no particular order:
Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast
For down-to-earth yet luxurious accommodations in downtown Crested Butte, book your stay at the Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast. As the oldest bed and breakfast in Crested Butte, Purple Mountain offers distinct old-world charm and a peek into the town’s mining history.
The brightly colored historic bed and breakfast provides the convenience of a downtown location with luxurious amenities including, an in-house day spa, hydrotherapy outdoor hot tub, ski storage for winter, bike storage plus a workstation for summer. Start your day off right with a fresh cup of joe and their gourmet homemade breakfast and join the innkeepers in the afternoon for a craft beer tasting.
After a long day of skiing on the slopes or hiking through fields of wildflowers book a relaxing massage with their in-house boutique spa. They offer everything from aroma touch massage to a sacred stone massage. You can even customize your massage or facial.
Amenities:
- Historic
- Downtown location
- Homemade breakfast
- Hydrotherapy outdoor hot tub
- Outdoor deck garden area
- Common area with fireplace
- In-house boutique day spa
- Afternoon beer tasting
- Bike storage and workstation
- Slope-side ski storage
- Free Wi-Fi
Guests can choose from six rooms, each with a private bath. Sleeping accommodations include King and Queen-size bed options, plus one petite room with a full bed. Each room features luxury linens, plush bathrobes, a flat-screen T.V. with a Roku streaming device, and luxurious bathroom finishes.
For those looking for a bit more space, check out the Teocalli King Room. The largest room sits on the first floor with its private entrance and direct access to the outdoor hot tub.
- 714 Gothic Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-349-5888
- Check prices, availability or book Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast
Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge
Reminiscent of European ski chalets, the Scarp Ridge Lodge offers an elevated lodging experience with a Rocky Mountain flair in a secluded part of Crested Butte. Occupying the old Croatian Saloon, guests will discover Old West charm combined with today’s luxury amenities.
Ran and operated by the Eleven Experience, the Scarp Ridge Lodge is the perfect option for renting the entire house for a family or group vacation with the full experience of the area. Guests enjoy meals prepared by a professional chef.
There are also guided mountain adventures, such as a custom-designed snowcat awaiting you in the morning to take you for your epic backcountry ski adventure. Other amenities guests of the house will enjoy are the private gym, media room, and an indoor saltwater pool.
Amenities:
- Customized adventures
- Personal chef
- Indoor saltwater pool
- Steam room and sauna
- Indoor and outdoor rooftop hot tubs
- Private gym
- Ski storage
- Free on-site parking
- Free Wi-Fi
The intimate lodge features five rooms with King-size beds, each with en suite bathrooms, plus a children’s room with seven bunk beds and an adjoining nanny room. Every room offers a slightly different look and feel with elegant features and a touch of rustic blended throughout.
- 512 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-237-5985
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Old Town Inn
A family-feel bed and breakfast located at the entrance to Crested Butte, the Old Town Inn is a short walk from the historic downtown, and all there is to do is in Crested Butte. Guests will find the amenities of a standard hotel with the feel of a bed and breakfast or a European inn.
Start your day with a warm breakfast and end it after a long day on the slopes with delicious homemade cookies and treats and a relaxing soak in the outdoor hot tub.
Spice up your outdoor adventures year-round with access to free cruiser bikes in the summer and sleds and snowshoes in the winter. Take advantage of free ski storage at the base area ski shop and a whole host of other amenities. Plus, with their focus on green initiatives, you can feel good about booking your stay at the Old Town Inn.
Amenities:
- In-town location
- Daily homemade breakfast
- Fresh baked cookies
- Outdoor deck/picnic area
- Outdoor hot tub
- Free on-site parking
- Pet-friendly (some rooms only)
- Free Wi-Fi
The Old Town Inn is slightly larger than most bed and breakfast-style accommodations with 33 guestrooms. Choose from King or Queen-size beds, plus for additional space, they offer a suite. All rooms feature modern details such as Free Wi-Fi, HDTV, and air conditioning.
Some queen rooms are pet-friendly, and the suite provides enough sleeping space for six with two Queen-size beds and a sleeper sofa.
- 708 6th St, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 888-349-6184
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Cristiana Guesthaus
The Cristiana Guesthaus in Crested Butte is a family-run bed and breakfast that offers European-style lodging in the center of town. Opening in the early 1960s as the first traditional lodge for the newly built ski area in town, the Cristiana Guesthaus contributes its legacy to the old ski lodges found in Europe.
Rest and relax in their comfortable lobby with a stone fireplace, unwind inside their sauna, or head outside and soak in their large Jacuzzi with beautiful views of Mt. Crested Butte. Every morning, guests will awaken to a plentiful continental breakfast featuring homemade granola and other hearty options.
To complete your mountain adventures, use their waxing room to get your skis ready for the slopes and the bike wash area before hitting the trails.
Amenities:
- In-town location
- Daily breakfast
- Common area with stone fireplace
- Sauna and outdoor hot tub
- Waxing room and bike wash area
- Free on-site parking
- Free Wi-Fi
Guests can choose from 21 guestrooms, each with a private bathroom. Rooms feature comfortable bedding, including pillow-top mattresses, free Wi-Fi, bathroom toiletries, and some mountain views. While modern with their updates, don’t expect a T.V. in your room, but guests will find one in the upstairs sitting area.
- 621 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-349-5326
- Check prices, availability or book Cristiana Guesthaus
Find your peaceful mountain escape with one of these cozy bed and breakfasts in Crested Butte.
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