The Broadmoor

This storied resort keeps itself on the forefront of luxury, where it’s been since Spencer Penrose originally opened it in 1918. (The first names entered on the guest register were those of John D. Rockefeller, Jr., and his party.) Today the Broadmoor is an enormous resort complex of historic pink Mediterranean-style buildings with modern additions, set at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain on magnificently landscaped 3,000-acre grounds about 3 1/2 miles southwest of downtown Colorado Springs. The original Italian Renaissance–style main building features marble staircase, chandeliers, Italian tile, hand-painted beams and ceilings, and a carved-marble fountain, not to mention a priceless art collection with original work by Toulouse-Lautrec and Ming dynasty ceramicists.

Behind the main building is lovely Cheyenne Lake; a swimming pool almost seamlessly attached to the west end looks like a part of the lake. This swimming complex will make you think you're at an oceanside beach resort, with water slides, two outdoor hot tubs, cabanas, and an outdoor cafe. The guest rooms occupy a series of separate buildings centered on the lake and pool area -- new in 2009 were the new Cape Cod–style Broadmoor Cottages, set away from the bustle off a fairway. The spacious, luxurious rooms are beautifully decorated in European style, with chandeliers, Italian fabrics, rich wood, and limited-edition works of art. Most units hold two double beds or one king-size bed, desks and tables, plush seating, and two-line portable phones. Many rooms contain large soaking tubs and separate marble showers; some in the South Tower have high-tech touch screens that control the lights, the drapes, and even the “Privacy” and “Do Not Disturb” lights in the hall. The service is impeccable: The hotel averages two employees for every guest.

Facilities:
9 restaurants (all Continental, American, or New American); 6 lounges; 3 cafes; bikes; children's program; concierge; 3 18-hole golf courses; health club; 2 outdoor Jacuzzis; 3 swimming pools (indoor, outdoor w/water slide, outdoor lap pool); room service; spa; 6 all-weather tennis courts (2 clay courts); watersports equipment

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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