A short drive from Denver, Fort Collins makes a great weekend getaway and what better way to complete your retreat than with a stay at a local bed and breakfast? From fanciful homes in town to historic ranches just outside of town, there is something for everyone.
Known as a lively college town, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and the vibrant Euro-style Old Town Fort Collins. Old Town is the centerpiece with its many bars, restaurants, art galleries, and shops. Outside the main part of town, visitors will enjoy the nearby Horsetooth Reservoir and many other recreational opportunities.
Discover your home away from home at these bed and breakfasts in Fort Collins and surrounding areas.
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Here are among the best bed and breakfast hotels in Fort Collins, CO, in no particular order:
Edwards House Inn
For exceptional service and luxurious accommodations, don’t just stay at any old hotel in Fort Collins. Book your stay at the Edwards House Inn. Located just a few steps from Old Town Fort Collins, the Edwards House is a historic boutique bed and breakfast that provides an exceptional lodging experience.
Built with a beautiful Neo-classical style of Victorian architecture, the newly renovated inn was built in 1904 as a family home for Alfred Augustus Edwards. It now serves as a luxury boutique inn, blending both modern sophistication with Victorian charm.
Daily morning breakfast is served for guests, along with evening entertainment as well. Join them on Thursday nights for their Candlelight Dinner and Live Music event, including a five-course chef’s menu prepared by a local chef in Fort Collins. And for the full experience, book one of their special packages for the ultimate relaxing vacation.
One of the inn’s most unique features is its on-site Cedar & Sage Mercantile store. Their environmentally friendly, sustainable products range from personal care and household cleaning products to food and snacks. Whether you need something during your stay or want something to take home with you, they’ve got you covered.
Amenities:
- Historic
- Homemade breakfast
- Elegant furnishings
- Outdoor garden area with firepit
- Complimentary bike rentals
- Old Town Gym pass
- On-site mercantile store
- Experience packages
- Parking
- Free Wi-Fi
Find superior accommodations with extraordinary details you won’t find anywhere else with their rooms or suites. The accommodations feature luxurious in-room amenities including, custom beds with high-end linens, plush robes, gas fireplaces (in select rooms), in-floor heating in bathrooms, and artful details to make each room unique.
Guests will find rooms in both the main house and in The Montezuma Manor, adjacent to the main house. For a little extra space, book the Fuller Suite, with its own private staircase that leads to the top-floor bedroom.
- 402 W Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80521 | 970-493-9191
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Fernweh Inn & Hostel
Fernweh is German for the term wanderlust, or as described on their website, “The urge to escape your everyday life by traveling, feeling homesick for a place you’ve never been before.” the Fernweh Inn & Hostel is a casual lodging experience focused on the love for travel and meeting new people.
The historic inn was built in 1905 for a local family and was saved from demolition in 1956, moving it several blocks away from its original spot. Located in the Old Town neighborhood, guests will enjoy its walking distance to local shops, restaurants, and bars.
Guests can expect a welcoming atmosphere, comfortable clean rooms, free coffee and snacks, free parking, and outdoor space with a patio, picnic tables, and a fire pit.
Amenities:
- In-town location
- Common area
- Bikes for in-town use
- Outdoor backyard and patio
- Picnic table and firepit
- Hammocks and yard games
- 24-hour access to a full kitchen
- Free on-site parking
- Free Wi-Fi
Choose from five different rooms, each offering its own unique details and amenities. All feature a private ensuite bathroom, except for the Hideaway room that shares a bath. The Private Balcony room offers plenty of space for four people and an outdoor balcony.
The Treetop features beautiful bay windows and a clawfoot tub in the private bath. And the Loft provides the most space with its own kitchenette.
- 616 W Mulberry St, Fort Collins, CO 80521 | 970-219-9493
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Rist Canyon Inn
Located in the nearby town of Laporte, CO, the Rist Canyon Inn is a historic farmhouse turned bed and breakfast and a notable wedding venue. Nestled amongst towering trees, lush pastures, and a babbling creek, the scenic wonders at this cozy retreat are unlike any other.
Mainly designed to be an event and wedding space, the farmhouse and pine cabin are available to rent on their own.
Amenities:
- Scenic property
- Luxurious accommodations
- Secluded getaway
- Free Wi-Fi
Perfect for a family reunion or a large group of friends, the farmhouse sleeps up to 10 people (minimum two-night stay if not associated with a wedding). The house features a main floor, complete with a living area and fireplace, a high-end kitchen, and a dining area, plus scenic pastoral and mountain views. There is a bedroom downstairs, with three additional rooms on the second floor.
The White Pine Cabin is the idyllic getaway for a romantic weekend with your special someone. The chic cabin features a private bath, a bar kitchenette, a dining area, a King-size bed, and a brick patio overlooking the beautiful scenery of the property.
For all lodging not associated with a wedding, book through VRBO or Airbnb.
- 4625 Rist Canyon Rd, Laporte, CO 80535 | 970-692-6962
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The Inn at Whiskey Belle Ranch
For a true western experience and a chance to escape the grind of your daily life, retreat to the historic Inn at Whiskey Belle Ranch in nearby Livermore. Located 30 minutes north of Fort Collins, be whisked away to some of Northern Colorado’s most beautiful landscapes.
Enjoy evening sunsets on the farmhouse porch while taking in the stunning scenery of this historic ranch and farm. Guests enjoy access to the property with hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing.
Since this is a working farm, expect to see chickens, horses, and other livestock, including the main attraction, their Highland cattle. The Highland breed of cattle originates from the remote Scottish Highlands and is a unique breed with its long horns and long wavy coats. While you’re there, be sure to purchase some of their natural grass-fed Highland beef to take home with you.
Amenities:
- Historic ranch
- Scenic property
- Daily breakfast
- Direct access to outdoor activities
- Highland Scottish cattle
- Private accommodations
- Free Wi-Fi
The farmhouse features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a living area, and a dining room. The living room, known as the Teddy Roosevelt room, is available to all guests and features a pool table, poker area, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
Every room offers its own distinct and refined western style with details like clawfoot tubs, cowhide benches, western art décor, and each with its own private balcony or patio. There is a two-night minimum stay.
- 2030 Cherokee Park Rd, Livermore, CO 80536 | 970-482-0248
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Get away for the weekend at one of these cozy bed and breakfasts in Fort Collins and surrounding areas.
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