| suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas; some have whirlpool tubs. free perks include hot breakfast and parking. off the denver-boulder turnpike, this straightforward hotel is 6. 9 miles from university of colorado's boulder campus, and 7. relaxed rooms offer free wi-fi, cable tv and desks, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers; some have mountain views. 7 miles from eldorado canyon state park. there's also a seasonal outdoor heated pool and a hot tub, plus a 24-hour fitness room and a business center. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Denver International Airport 39 min
Flagstaff Mountain (24 min)
6,983 ft. Front Range peak with hiking trails & a summit road offering panoramas over Boulder. North Table Mountain (27 min)
Rocky mesa with steep trails for walking & mountain biking, plus sweeping city or peak views. Gross Reservoir (51 min)
Built in 1954, this reservoir in a tranquil canyon offers picnic tables, seasonal camping & fishing. Flatirons (16 min)
Landmark mountain with 5 flat, slablike peaks rising above forest, accessible for hiking & climbing. Butterfly Pavilion (12 min)
This conservatory known for its 1500+ butterflies is home to invertebrates from both land & sea. Green Mountain (31 min)
Mountain and hiking Boulder Reservoir (18 min)
Peaceful manmade lake with a mountain backdrop, popular for kayaking, swimming & waterside hikes. Eldorado Canyon State Park (25 min)
Park known for rock-climbing & outdoor activities, thanks to sandstone cliffs & natural attractions. NCAR Mesa Laboratory (16 min)
Architect I.M. Pei's pink-sandstone weather center & museum houses high-tech earth-science exhibits. Bear Peak (38 min)
A rocky climb & an easier meadow path lead to the summit of this high peak with panoramic views. Standley Lake (17 min)
Lake, park, reservoir, and bald eagle Water World (22 min)
Amusement park with acres of attractions, including dozens of water rides & pools; open summer only. | 
