Tessa & Seth
Tessa & Seth
Denver International Airport
Option to fly into DIA and rent a car for a ~3 hour drive to Glenwood Springs, or travel by scenic train for ~6hr , or travel by bus for ~5-6hrs.
Grand Junction Regional Airport
Fly into Grand Junction "GJ" and rent a care and drive ~1hr 20min to Glenwood. There are train and bus options as well, but requires more transfers and walking. You can use: https://www.rome2rio.com/ or google maps to see these options ranging from 3hrs+
Scenic Train Denver to Glenwood
If you have some time to enjoy the trip to or from Glenwood, we highly recommend taking the scenic train from Denver to Glenwood. You can take the light-rail from DIA to Denver's iconic Union Station and catch the Amtrak through some of the most beautiful parts of Colorado to Glenwood Springs for ~$100. The ride will take ~6hrs, but follows the Colorado River through beautiful mountain passes, scenic canyons, and avoids any traffic on I-70. The train drops you off in front of the Hotel Denver (which is a great place to stay), but a short walk or Uber ride to any other stay in Glenwood.
Bus from Denver to Glenwood
If you prefer to take the bus, you can take the light-rail from DIA to Denver's iconic Union Station and catch a Greyhound bus to Glenwood for ~$33. The journey takes around 5-6 hrs on I-70 over Vail pass and through Glenwood canyon.
Car Rental (GJ or Denver to Glenwood)
Both GJ airport and DIA will have car rentals onsite, which is the fastest and most direct route to Glenwood from the airports. If you plan to do any extra traveling before or after the wedding (especially if you want to see some awesome off-road mountain passes we recommend renting an AWD/4WD car).
The Hotel Denver
Great Boutique Hotel right in downtown and where the train and buses drop you off. Rooms range from $109-400/night depending on room and advanced booking. They offer packages for discounts to activities in Glenwood like the Adventure Park, Beer Garden, and Hot Springs.
Hotel Colorado
The Historic Hotel Colorado has played host to such historical figures as Teddy Roosevelt, William Taft, and the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown. Rooms range $150+/night depending on room type and advanced booking. Its a short walk to downtown across the footbridge over the river, next to the hot springs and has a great view up valley.
Glenwood Canyon Resort
This resort is right along the river and downtown and has a range of options for sleeping such as cabin rentals from small rustic, to luxury or family cabins, tent or RV/sprinter van camping, or glamping. Prices range from $67+/night depending on level of luxury and riverfront views.
Airbnb, VRBO, Chain Hotels For Budget or Travel Benefits Folks
There are plenty of chain hotels in downtown Glenwood such as Marriott, la Quinta, Comfort Inn, Wyndam etc for more affordable or travel-rewards options. There are also many Airbnb and VRBO options in the area to explore.
Camping at The Hideout at Glenwood Springs
Slightly up-valley of downtown Glenwood is the Hideout which offers Campsites and RV sites with clubhouse (wifi) and bathhouse on the cheap with prices ranging from $23-45/night.
Wild Side Dispersed Camping (Nearish to Glenwood)
If you are feeling adventurous, don't mind a drive on a 4-wheel road that might take a while, and have all the gear and understanding of leave-no-trace camping there are a few National Forests and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) spots in the somewhat close vicinity. Do your research and feel free to reach out to Tessa & Seth for additional guidance should you chose this option. Here are a few websites and places to look:
BLM Main Camping Maps and things to Know:
https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/recreation-activities/colorado
BLM in South Canyon Area: https://rvshare.com/blm/colorado/south-canyon-river-access#bureau-of-land-management-camping
National Forest Disperse Camping:
https://tmbtent.com/glenwood-springs-dispersed-camping/
Thompson Creek BLM:
https://www.blm.gov/visit/thompson-creek-campground