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The Ruby of Crested Butte. Photo by The Ruby of Crested Butte Facebook

Top 5 Blissful B&Bs in Crested Butte

January 12, 2021 By //  by Jessica Hughes

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Aptly named as “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, and 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

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The entrance to the Purple Mountain Bed and Breakfast. Photo by Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast Facebook.

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, and bike storage plus 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 own 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
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The Paradise Divide Queen room at the Purple Mountain Bed and Breakfast. Photo by purplemountainlodge.com.

Guests can choose from six rooms, each with its own 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 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 own 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

The Ruby of Crested Butte

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The exterior of the Ruby at Crested Butte during the winter. Photo by The Ruby of Crested Butte Facebook.

The Ruby at Crested Butte is an award-winning bed and breakfast in the heart of town that offers luxurious surroundings and first-class service. Recognizable by its ruby-red exterior, the quaint house offers its guests a quiet retreat with exceptional amenities for a truly one-of-a-kind experience in Crested Butte.

Be instantly delighted with their morning gourmet breakfast, which has been called “Crested Butte’s best breakfast.” Enjoy a cup of coffee or latte with their Dutch Apple Pancakes or a Dubliner asparagus frittata. Every day there something new on the menu! Also, be sure to try one of their famous cinnamon rolls, they are legendary.

Amenities:

  • Historic
  • In-town location
  • Daily homemade breakfast
  • Common area with fireplace
  • Hot tub
  • Yoga room
  • Bikes available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
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A cozy elegant room at The Ruby at Crested Butte. Photo by therubyofcrestedbutte.com.

Choose from six well-appointed guestrooms, featuring three King rooms, two Queen rooms, and their large two-story suite. To make all guests feel right at home, each room features mountain views, a private in-room bathroom, luxury spa robes, plush towels, 1,000 thread count linens, high-end antique furnishings, and modern details like a flat-screen T.V. and iHome Music docks.

  • 624 Gothic Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-349-1338
  • Check prices, availability or book The Ruby at Crested Butte

Scarp Ridge Lodge

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The exterior of the Scarp Ridge Lodge. Photo by Scarp Ridge Lodge Facebook.

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’s 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
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The Butte Suite at the Scarp Ridge Lodge. Photo by Scarp Ridge Lodge Facebook.

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
  • Check prices, availability or book Scarp Ridge Lodge

Old Town Inn

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The front porch at the Old Town Inn. Photo by Old Town Inn Facebook.

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 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 their warm breakfast and end it after a long day on the slopes with delicious home-made 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
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Two Queen room at the Old Town Inn. Photo by the Old Town Inn Facebook.

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
  • Check prices, availability or book Old Town Inn

Cristiana Guesthaus

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At the entrance to the Cristiana Guesthaus. Photo by Cristiana Guesthaus Facebook.

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
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A cozy King room at the Cristiana Guesthaus. Photo by cristianaguesthaus.com.

Guests can choose from 21 guestrooms, each with its own private bathroom. Rooms feature comfortable bedding, including pillow-top mattresses, free Wi-Fi, bathroom toiletries, and some with 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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Jessica Hughes

About Jessica Hughes

Jessica is a writer and photographer based in Denver, CO. She spends her time traveling the world and exploring this beautiful state. She has a passion for well-written stories, gorgeous photography, and bringing these two together. When she is not working in the city you can find her in the mountains hiking, backpacking, biking or running. Connect with her on Instagram or Facebook @jlhindesign.

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