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Steamboat Springs Colorado is the very essence of a mountain town. Located in the Yampa Valley, famed for its myriad of hot springs (hence the town’s name) and lakes nearby, it’s the perfect destination for those seeking water and outdoor activities in the summer, particularly rafting on the Yampa River! The drive from Denver to Steamboat Springs takes a little over 5 hours, whilst it’s roughly 2 hours from Vail to your Steamboat lodging.
Steamboat Resort, home to the famous champagne powder, is much more similar to Breckenridge than either Beaver Creek or Vail, in that the Downtown and base ski areas are separate. Downtown has an extensive frontier history, and is large for a mountain town. It consists of around 7-8 blocks of restaurants and shops, with lots of others surrounding the edge of town. In terms of things to do in Steamboat Springs, there is a bustling arts scene, with art walks and festivals throughout the summer months. There are a lot of galleries you can explore while walking through Downtown. The Steamboat restaurant scene is also incredibly impressive. In particular, we recommend Winona’s for breakfast and Laundry for dinner! Downtown is also home to a number of small and independent breweries, which is quintessentially ‘Colorado’.
Get to know the area
In terms of transportation from Downtown to the slopes, Steamboat, unfortunately, does not have an in-town gondola, so guests are required to drive to the base area to ski. However the town does have a free shuttle service which guests are more than welcome to use. In terms of Steamboat Springs lodging, the resort is home to an array of different homes, from cosy Downtown condos to large mountain-side estates.
Strawberry Hot Springs is one of the most famous Steamboat hot springs, and is roughly 25 minutes drive from downtown. This is a very natural hot spring, with small facilities and they only take cash. No food or drinks are served. You are very immersed in nature. There are 5-6 pools that all vary in temperature. It is a unique experience and a great way to unwind, as there is no cell service there! In the winter, the law requires you to have a 4 wheel drive vehicle, as the drive there is windy and hilly.
Things to do in Steamboat
Steamboat ski resort is a great destination to experience the Rocky Mountains in both the winter and summer, with activities such as hiking, biking, ATVing and rafting to enjoy. Steamboat springs night skiing is an amazing thing to do during the winter months. At the base, there is mini golf, alpine slides, Burgess creek beaches, and dining options. You can enjoy the rodeo, golf at Haymaker Golf Course, and horseback riding. One of our personal favorite attractions is the Steamboat mountain coaster. In terms of places to stay in Steamboat Springs, guests have the option of Steamboat hotels downtown, or a mountain-side Steamboat ski in ski out home. Some of our favorites include The Lodge at Steamboat, Trailhead Lodge, the Phoenix at Steamboat, Eagle Ridge Lodge and The Village at Steamboat Springs.
Bustling Historic Town
Downtown Steamboat Springs
The historic town of Steamboat Springs bustles with activity all year round. Awash with fantastic restaurants and shops, as well as stellar accommodations near the base of the mountain.
Winter Base Area
Enjoy superb mountain access throughout both the summer and the winter at an exclusive slope-side residence. Whether you seek the coziness and comfort of a condo, or treat yourself to a large, single-family home – we’ll find the perfect place for you and your group.
Superb Mountain Access
Our Services
The Travel Whisperer is here to take the hassle out of booking your winter vacation. We have extensive knowledge of our resorts, and will work with you to create a customized itinerary based on your wants and needs, including:
- Lodging
- Lift Tickets
- Equipment Rentals
- Transportation
- Vehicle Rental
- Ski & Snow Boarding Lessons
- Adaptive Ski Guiding
- Deliveries for Special Occasions
- Grocery Shopping & Delivery
- Restaurant Bookings
- In-home Private Chefs
- Luggage & Parcel Collections
- Activities Booking
- Babysitting Services
- Dog Sitting & Dog Walking
- Wellness Activities
Testimonials
Everything was perfect!
What a fantastic trip. I’m hoping we can book again for next Thanksgiving. Tricia and Mikayla killed it for us and made sure everything was perfect.
Matt
Another great experience!
Another great experience with your company!