How many nights should you stay at The Broadmoor?
Most travelers find 2–4 nights at The Broadmoor is the sweet spot: 2 nights covers on-property dining and spa or a short golf/tennis visit, 3–4 nights gives time for nearby sights like Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak plus a relaxed spa or pool day. Longer stays suit guests who want multiple rounds of golf, extended spa time, or to use The Broadmoor as a base for several day trips.
In this guide
Decide by your priorities
Choose your length of stay based on what you want to do: spa and relaxation, outdoor day trips, golf/tennis, or family activities. The Broadmoor offers on-site options (spa, pools, golf, tennis, bowling, lake activities) that can fill a full day or more.
If your goal is sightseeing around Colorado Springs (Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo), plan time for travel and activity durations — some excursions (like a cog railway trip to Pikes Peak) take several hours.
- Spa-focused: 2–3 nights to include one treatment and use of The Spa at The Broadmoor facilities (spa hours 8:30 AM–6:00 PM).
- Outdoors/day trips: 3–4 nights to visit Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Seven Falls and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo without rushing.
- Golf/tennis: 2–4 nights to play a round or two (Golf Shop 8:30 AM–6:00 PM; Golf starting times daily 9:30 AM–5:00 PM).
- Family stay: 3–4 nights to balance kid-friendly pools/slide, children’s club activities, and nearby attractions.
| Guest focus | Recommended nights | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Quick getaway (spa or one activity) | 2 | One treatment + pool or one round of golf/tennis |
| Classic Colorado sightseeing | 3–4 | Time for Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Seven Falls, zoo |
| Extended relaxation or multi-round golf | 4+ | Multiple spa treatments, golf, and on-site activities |
How to structure 2 nights
A 2-night stay is compact and works well for a weekend trip. Arrive after check-in (check-in begins after 4:00 PM) and use the first evening for dinner at one of the on-site restaurants.
Day two can be a single full activity (spa morning or one round of golf) plus a late-afternoon pool or lakeside walk before a second dinner.
- Arrive after 4:00 PM (check-in window runs to midnight).
- Dinner options: The Penrose Room (fine dining), La Taverne (steakhouse), Ristorante del Lago (Italian) — reservations recommended.
- Use the indoor pools and spa facilities (registered overnight guests only).
| Sample 2-night plan | Timing |
|---|---|
| Night 1: Dinner at The Penrose Room | Evening |
| Day 2: Spa treatment at The Spa at The Broadmoor + pool time | Morning–Afternoon |
| Day 2 evening: Casual dinner (Golden Bee or The Hotel Bar) | Evening |
How to structure 3–4 nights
Three nights lets you combine an on-site activity (spa, golf, tennis) with a full day trip to Garden of the Gods and a shorter excursion like Cheyenne Mountain Zoo or Seven Falls. Four nights gives breathing room to add another day trip or repeat a favored on-site activity.
If you plan a Pikes Peak visit (via cog railway or by car), set aside about half to a full day for the trip; it’s feasible to pair Pikes Peak with Garden of the Gods over the same stay but allow time for travel.
- Day trips: Garden of the Gods (1–4 hours recommended), Pikes Peak (3–4 hours round trip for cog railway options), Seven Falls (seasonal; check hours).
- Keep at least one relaxed day for pool, spa, or slow dining at Lake Terrace Dining Room or The Grille.
- Book reservations for The Penrose Room and specialty restaurants in advance — many venues recommend or require reservations.
| Sample 3-night plan | Main focus |
|---|---|
| Day 1: Arrive, walk the grounds, dinner on property | Arrival & relaxing evening |
| Day 2: Garden of the Gods + Cheyenne Mountain Zoo or Old Colorado City | Day trip |
| Day 3: Spa morning + pool or golf | On-site leisure |
| Day 4: Optional Pikes Peak (half/full day) and depart | Excursion & departure |
Room choices and who they suit
Room type affects comfort for family or longer stays. The Broadmoor’s room categories include Classic Room, Premier Room, Superior Room, Suite, 1 Bedroom, and Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom. Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom and Suite, 1 Bedroom provide more living space for longer or multi-person stays.
Classic Room, Premier Room, and Superior Room work well for shorter stays or travelers who plan to spend most time off-property.
- Classic Room — options with 2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed; good for basic overnight stays.
- Premier Room — 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds; a step up in space and views.
- Superior Room — 2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed; mid-level room for comfort.
- Suite, 1 Bedroom and Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom — better for longer stays or families wanting separate living space.
| Room type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Classic Room | Short stays, budget-minded travelers |
| Premier Room / Superior Room | Couples or small families seeking more space |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom / Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom | Longer stays, families, guests wanting living/dining space |
Families and kids — how many nights work best
Families commonly book 3–4 nights to balance on-site family amenities (children’s pool and slide, children’s club, supervised activities) with nearby attractions like Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Seven Falls. The property welcomes guests of all ages.
If you’ll use babysitting or the children’s club (both available for a surcharge), add an overnight to give adults time for a spa visit or an evening out at a fine-dining restaurant.
- Children’s amenities: children’s pool and slide, children’s club (surcharge), kids’ spa menu and family activities.
- Plan at least one full day off-property (zoo, Seven Falls, or Garden of the Gods) and one relaxed pool/spa day on-site.
- Pools and spa are reserved for registered overnight guests — day visitors cannot access them.
| Family length | Why |
|---|---|
| 2 nights | Short family break; best if staying on property most of the time |
| 3–4 nights | Allows on-site family time plus one or two local attractions |
| 4+ nights | More time for multiple excursions and relaxed downtime |
Practical tips that affect how long to stay
Logistics can shape your stay: The Broadmoor is about 11–12 miles from Colorado Springs Airport, with shuttle/transfer options; check-in begins after 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon). A first-night deposit is required at booking.
A Daily Resort Charge applies to rooms and covers internet and other digital services; parking options include self-parking or valet (both surcharges). If you plan to use the spa, book treatments in advance — The Spa at The Broadmoor is open daily 8:30 AM–6:00 PM and adds a 20% gratuity to treatments.
- Check-in after 4:00 PM; check-out noon.
- Airport: Colorado Springs Airport ~11.5 miles away; shuttle and private transfer options exist.
- Daily Resort Charge covers wired/wireless internet and other services — check the reservation for current details.
- Parking: self-parking and valet are available for overnight guests (surcharges apply).
| Item | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Check-in/out | Plan arrival and departure around 4:00 PM check-in and 12:00 PM check-out |
| Spa hours & booking | Reserve treatments early to get preferred times during 8:30 AM–6:00 PM |
| Pool access | Pools and spa facilities are for registered overnight guests only |
