Dubbed as Colorado’s last great ski town, Crested Butte is a remote destination for Colorado adventures with all the bells and whistles of a major mountain resort. This fun alpine town boasts a plethora of hotel accommodations for all flavors and budgets.
Tucked away in Colorado’s Elk Range, Crested Butte is a historic town with loads of charm, never-ending mountain views, and world-class skiing. Live the life of luxury with a stay in one of the upscale mountain ski-in/ski-out resorts, or cozy up in one of the quaint boutique hotels downtown. Find your place to stay with our list of the top hotels in Crested Butte.
People flock to Gunnison County year-round for its amazing outdoor recreation. The main draw is the secluded town of Crested Butte and its wonderful winter ski slopes.
Come June the resort turns into an amazing summer mountain bike park. The Red Lady Express shuttles cyclists and their equipment up the mountain for an adrenaline-filled joyride down. It remains open daily until early September when it operates on weekends only until early October.
The resort isn’t the only place you’ll see cyclists enjoying the weather, they are all over town and throughout the Gunnison National Forest. Crested Butte is a bike capital.
Hikers too will rejoice, as it’s also a wildflower capital. Consider these epic hiking trails while in town for the summer. The recreation is never ending in CB, so pick a righteous hotel that’ll make your vacation complete.
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Here are our choices for the top hotels in Crested Butte, CO, in no particular order:
Elk Mountain Lodge
If you are looking for a quaint and relaxing mountain inn, Elk Mountain Lodge is your place. A historic hotel and inn, the Elk Mountain Lodge was built in 1919 as a miner’s hotel and today serve as a cozy inn for those vacationing in Crested Butte. Experience old-world charm and elegance with historic features blended with today’s modern amenities.
Nestled within a quiet historic neighborhood, the Elk Mountain Lodge is just two blocks from Elk Avenue (the town’s main street) and the mountain shuttle stop.
Amenities:
- Complimentary breakfast
- In-house masseuse
- Workstation
- The Lodge Bar
- Private parking
- Free ski and bike storage
- Indoor hot tub
The lodge offers 19 remodeled guest rooms, each individually decorated, and their own private baths. Guests will find basic in-room amenities such as cable TV, hairdryers, toiletries, down pillows, and comforters in winter. There are rooms found on each floor, with the third-floor accommodations offering spectacular views.
And for those who believe in life beyond the physical world, be sure to book the Ghost Room for a truly unique experience.
- 129 Gothic Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-349-7533
- Check prices, availability or book Elk Mountain Lodge
Old Town Inn
Located in historic downtown Crested Butte, the Old Town Inn is the perfect blend of a hotel with the charm and hospitality of a bed and breakfast. Enjoy the inn’s convenient location in town with its walking distance to the Town Park, movie theater, grocery store, and a few restaurants.Amenities:
- Complimentary breakfast
- Outdoor hot tub
- Access to cruise bikes, snowshoes, and sled for outdoor activities
- Afternoon hot beverages and freshly baked cookies
- Free ski storage at the base area ski shop
- Concierge service
The inn offers 33 rooms, with most equipped with two Queen-size beds. For more space, they offer rooms with King-size bed and larger suites. The basic room furnishings include a table, chairs, a writing desk with a chair, plus a wardrobe for storage.
- 708 6th St, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 888-349-6184
- Check prices, availability or book Old Town Inn
Purple Mountain Bed &g Breakfast
For a traditional bed and breakfast in town, stay at the Purple Mountain. This down-to-earth bed and breakfast is located in the heart of Crested Butte nearby restaurants, bars, and several outdoor activities. Originally built in 1927, the Purple Mountain Lodge is Crested Butte’s oldest bed and breakfast with its historic building offering plenty of charm and character, from the inside out.
Amenities:
- Outdoor hot tub
- In-house day spa
- Daily beer tastings
- Daily complimentary breakfast
- Hot chocolate bar
- Ski storage at the base area
- Access to townie bikes
The cozy bed and breakfast offers six comfortable rooms, each with their own style and character. All rooms feature luxurious details such as Terry bathrobes, Egyptian cotton linens and towels, high-end bathroom fixtures, and some with a private balcony.
- 714 Gothic Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-349-5888
- Check prices, availability or book Purple Mountain Bed & Breakfast
Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge
Nestled in the heart of Crested Butte, the Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge combines the elegance of a European ski chalet with the feel of the Rocky Mountain spirit. What once served as a saloon still provides an Old Wild West vibe with today’s modern amenities.
Luxurious details are found inside and out, but perhaps the most unique part about staying here is access to 1,000+ acres of exclusive ski terrain nearby. Their expert guides show you where the deepest powder is and where the best bowls are for your ski and snowboard adventures.
Amenities:
- Indoor saltwater pool
- Steam room and sauna
- Indoor and outdoor hot tubs
- On-site gym
- Media room
- Lockers for gear storage
The intimate hotel offers just five bedrooms with King-size beds, plus a children’s bunkroom with seven bunk beds. Each room is individually decorated and provides high-end furnishings, some with access to an outdoor terrace. The lodge can be rented by the room or all together for larger groups or family vacations.
- 512 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 970-237-5985
- Check prices, availability or book Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge
Elevation Hotel & Spa
If you are looking for a luxurious mountain-side hotel in Crested Butte, Elevation Hotel & Spa is it. Combining mountain charm details with a contemporary design, this high-end ski-in, ski-out hotel is located at the base of Mt. Crested Butte. The hotel offers slope-side dining at 9380 Tavern, one of the best places for an upscale mountain dining experience in Crested Butte.
Amenities:
- Slope-side dining
- Full-service spa and fitness center
- Heated indoor pool
- Three hot tubs
- Complimentary ski valet service and storage
Offering 262 guest rooms and 49 suites, there are plenty of options to choose from. Each is pet-friendly and provides plenty of space, modern furnishings, balconies, and plush bedding.
- 500 Gothic Rd, Crested Butte, CO 81225 | 970-251-3000
- Check prices, availability or book Elevation Hotel & Spa
The Lodge at Mountaineer Square
Located in the heart of the Mt. Crested Butte base area, and just steps from the lifts, The Lodge at Mountaineer Square provides the perfect location for your mountain adventures – both in the winter and summer. Mountaineer Square is a convenient base camp for your vacation with easy access to ski area services, ski lifts, hiking, biking, restaurants, and shops.
Amenities:
- Heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool
- Outdoor hot tub
- Sauna
- Fitness center
- Underground parking
- Concierge service
Choose from a variety of accommodations including, one, two, or three-bedroom condos, hotel rooms, and studios. For the ultimate in luxury, book the only four-bedroom penthouse suite that offers stunning views of Crested Butte and surrounding areas.
- 620 Gothic Rd, Crested Butte, CO 81225 | 970-349-4000
- Check prices, availability or book The Lodge at Mountaineer Square
Whether you are visiting Crested Butte for its epic skiing or its colorful wildflowers, a stay in one of these hotels is sure to complete your vacation.
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