COME TO LIFE Sleep Somewhere Cool Make your Colorado trip truly unforgettable with accommodations as unique and inspiring as the stunning landscapes and charming towns you’ll explore. Discover intimate B&Bs tucked away in picturesque valleys, funky hostels with a flair for design or even historical hotels that offer a glimpse into Colorado’s rich past. Check out these special places to stay during your visit. Modern City Hotel As the first carbon-positive hotel in the United States, the new Populus in Denver combines nature-influenced design with environmentally friendly construction. Its white facade features an eyelet pattern mimicking the bark of the state’s iconic aspen tree (Populus tremuloides) — which is also the hotel’s namesake. The building not only honors Colorado’s great outdoors, but also preserves it through composting practices, carbon offsets, and solar-and wind-powered facilities. On the roof, enjoy a cocktail and conversation at the open-air bar. When you’re ready to wander, take a short walk across Civic Center Park to view collections by Colorado artists at the Denver Art Museum or hop on an e-bike to shop boutique stores at Larimer Square. Nature Lover’s Retreat Rest your head in your own private snow globe at the Pagosa River Domes , just minutes from Pagosa Springs’ famous geothermal pools. Insulated and equipped with solar-powered fans and heaters, you can admire nature year-round from your geodesic dome. Relax outside on the hammock and appreciate the vibrant fall foliage or cozy up around the gas-lit fire pit and listen to the sounds of the river on cool summer evenings. Inside, you’ll find a curtained window wall for in-bed stargazing, a mini-kitchen and a private bathroom with a shower. The accessible Queen Dome features a more spacious bathroom with a roll-in shower for easier movement. Though perched on the San Juan riverbanks, the domes have easy access to the delights of town. Sample fried catfish and po’boys at The Lost Cajun Restaurant or pale ale and IPA suds at Riff Raff Brewing Co. Populus in Denver 96 1-800-COLORADO BETH SCHNEIDER
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