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Glenwood Springs Colorado
Glenwood Springs is known for its therapeutic Hot Springs Pools situated in the picturesque Colorado mountains. It offers easy access just off 1-70, three hours drive west of Denver, 90 minutes from Grand Junction and 60 minutes from Vail or Aspen. The hot springs are popular with international travelers, skiers and locals alike.
Two popular Hot Springs venues featured in this video are very different from each other. Try them both! Tell us which you prefer.
1. Glenwood Hot Springs Pool
Claiming the title as the world’s largest hot springs pool, it originally opened in 1888 and offers 1 very large pool, 1 large hot tub and a seasonal water slide. Additional pools are in the works and plan to open in 2024. Two food venues on-sight (seasonal). Check website for open amenities, hours and price.
2. Iron Mountain Hot Springs- Offers access to 30+ “hot tub” pools and several lap size pools. The WorldSprings Pools are adult only and mimic temperature and mineral content of the most notable mineral pools from around the world and offers views of the Arkansas River from the pools. Two food venues are onsite. Check website for pool map, hours and price.
Popular area hotels:
There are many hotels in Glenwood Springs, here are a few we’ve stayed.
Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge -
North side of I-70
Walking distance to Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and Grand Avenue
Includes Glenwood Hot Springs pool pass and buffet breakfast
Hotel Colorado-
Historic Hotel from 1898
Newly Renovated Rooms (2022)
Walking distance to Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and Grand Avenue
Note: if air conditioning important, verify availability before booking.
Residents Inn-
King room shown in video
South side of I-70
Includes breakfast buffet
In room kitchenette
Indoor swimming pool
Gym
Coin Laundry
Tesla charging stations
Five minute drive to both hot spring venues and Grand Avenue
Walking distance Natural Grocers, Target and Zheng Asian Bistro
Grand Avenue:
Grand Avenue has many shops, restaurants, hotels and bars. Located just off the south side of I-70 and is also home to the train station next to the Arkansas River.
Recommended Restaurants:
The Italian Underground - west side of Grand Avenue
Vicco’s Charcoal Burger Drive-In - west of town on north side of I-70 frontage road
Zheng Asian Bistro - walking distance from Residence Inn
Check websites for hours and prices!
Photo/Video Credits:
All photos/videos by travelology771 except where noted.
Other credits
Mariott.com
Ironmountainhotsprings.com