Is The Broadmoor worth it? An honest pros and cons list

Quick verdict

The Broadmoor is best for travelers who want a resort-within-a-city experience: many restaurants, activities, and private guest-only facilities all on one campus. It’s less compelling if you’re looking for a lean, budget stay or only need a simple place to sleep while you explore Colorado Springs.

Decide based on priorities: choose The Broadmoor for on-site dining, spa, pools, golf, and event spaces; skip it if price sensitivity and minimal on-site reliance are your main concerns.

Rooms: what you actually get

Room types are clearly tiered and named: Classic Room, Premier Room, Superior Room, Suite, 1 Bedroom, and Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom. The room inventory mixes historic Main building rooms and newer wing accommodations.

If you want more living space or a private feel, the Suite, 1 Bedroom and Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom are the obvious picks; Classic Room and Superior Room are the straightforward options for a standard overnight stay.

• Room names exactly as listed: Classic Room; Premier Room; Superior Room; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Cottage Suite, 1 Bedroom.
• Check-in begins after 4:00 p.m.; check-out is at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
• Wireless internet in guest rooms and most public areas is included via the Daily Resort Charge.

Dining: lots of choices, from casual to formal

The Broadmoor has a wide range of on-site restaurants and bars, from The Penrose Room (fine French-influenced dining) to casual options like Natural Epicurean and PLAY at The Broadmoor. Most restaurants welcome non-overnight diners, though The Grille is an exception.

Dress-code tiers are enforced in many dining rooms (Dressy Resort Attire vs Casual Dress), and several outlets recommend or require reservations, especially for The Penrose Room and Sunday brunch at Lake Terrace Dining Room.

• Signature/formal: The Penrose Room (fine dining), La Taverne (steakhouse with French influence), Summit (contemporary American).
• Casual/family-friendly: Natural Epicurean (breakfast/cafe), The Grille (American), PLAY at The Broadmoor (gastropub + bowling).
• Hours vary by venue; Lake Terrace Dining Room offers breakfast and Sunday brunch on a regular schedule.

Pools, spa and fitness — resort-style amenities

The Broadmoor operates three swimming pools and three hot tubs. Two indoor pools (including a heated lap pool) and spa pools are open year-round; the Lake Terrace outdoor pool, cabanas and the children's slide pool are seasonal (Memorial Day through mid-October, weather dependent).

The Spa at The Broadmoor is a large, full-service facility (43,000 sq ft) with a Pink Himalayan Salt-infused dry sauna, steam room, oxygen room, relaxation lounge and a long treatment menu. Spa access and pools are restricted to registered overnight guests and Golf Club members.

• Indoor Pool & Hot Tubs hours are generally daily 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; spa hours are daily 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Spa signature treatments include the EPIC Facial, Coconut Cream Delight and Ceremonial Turmeric Scrub; a 20% gratuity is automatically added to spa treatments.
• Pool access is reserved for registered overnight guests and Golf Club members — outside day visitors cannot purchase pool or spa access.

Activities, golf and nearby attractions

On-site activities include a golf course (with Golf Shop and caddy service), tennis (six outdoor and two indoor courts), bowling, lake rowing/canoeing, ziplining, an art gallery and kids’ programs. Many activities require reservations or have operating hours, so check with concierge.

The resort location also makes day trips easy: Broadmoor Seven Falls is nearby with a complimentary shuttle for registered guests; Garden of the Gods, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Pikes Peak and other regional attractions are all within short drives.

• Golf Shop hours and Golf starting times are published; Racquet Shop open daily for court bookings and equipment.
• Complimentary shuttles to Broadmoor Seven Falls are available for registered overnight guests when the attraction is open.
• Colorado Springs attractions: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (~2.5 miles), Garden of the Gods (~7 miles), Pikes Peak (~21–22 miles).

Meetings, weddings and event spaces

The Broadmoor has extensive meeting and wedding facilities ranging from intimate rooms to very large ballrooms and exhibit halls (Broadmoor Hall, Bartolin Hall, International Center, Colorado Hall and many smaller venues). The resort handles events from small private dinners to multi-thousand-attendee conferences.

Wedding venues vary from small indoor chapels and terrace sites to large lawns and ballrooms. The resort provides event specialists and on-site catering; specific capacities and room pairings are published for each venue.

• Major conference spaces include Broadmoor Hall and Bartolin Hall; capacities run from intimate private rooms to several thousand for large exhibits and receptions.
• Ceremony venues range from the Fish House (very small, intimate) up to West Tower Lawn (largest outdoor lawn) and multiple ballrooms for receptions.
• Event planning and food & beverage are provided by the resort; wedding bookings typically include an event specialist.

Practicalities: cost add-ons, transport and policies

Expect a Daily Resort Charge (the published amount covers internet, select calls, digital publications and notary service). Parking and pet fees are additional: self-parking and valet are available for a nightly surcharge, and the property allows pets with a per-night pet charge.

Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is the nearest airport, about 11–12 miles from the resort; shuttle and private transfer options are available. Note the property does not accept cash for payments; a credit card and photo ID may be required at check-in.

• Daily Resort Charge is published as $42.00 per room plus taxes and covers internet, local calls (limited), digital newspapers/magazines and notary service.
• Parking: self-parking and valet are available for overnight guests for a nightly surcharge; visitor parking rates apply for non-overnight visits.
• Pet policy: pets are allowed (maximum two per room) for a published per-pet nightly charge; check the property for exact current fees.