La Quinta Inn and Suites
Located just off Interstate 25 near Fort Carson, the La Quinta Inn and Suites is centrally located for travelers seeking a home base to explore the area's key attractions. Featuring 131 guestrooms situated in a six-floor layout, this pet-friendly property welcomes dogs and cats of any size or weight with an additional nightly fee. In-room amenities include cable TV with premium channels, high-speed Internet access, coffee maker and alarm clock. Guests may also request rooms that are fitted with a microwave. Additional hotel highlights include a seasonally heated outdoor pool, fitness center, guest laundry facility and a complimentary continental breakfast served daily.
La Quinta Inn and Suites
2750 Geyser Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 527-4788
Homewood Suites
The Homewood Suites is an AAA three-diamond rated hotel that offers travelers spacious accommodations that are ideal for an extended stay. Located within Colorado Springs, the property is less than 10 minutes from Fort Carson and several of the area's golf courses, including the Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club. The Homewood Suites is also pet-friendly and welcomes travelers with animals under 40 lbs. with a one time non-refundable fee. Room amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with a full size refrigerator, coffee maker, cable TV, living area and high-speed Internet access. Guests may also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast served daily, an evening manager's reception with light appetizers and beverages served Monday through Thursday and a seasonally heated swimming pool.
Homewood Suites
9130 Explorer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(719) 265-6600
Doubletree Hotel
Centrally located to Fort Carson and nestled within the heart of Colorado Springs, the Doubletree Hotel highlights scenic views of the surrounding Colorado Rocky Mountains. This AAA three- diamond rated hotel features guestrooms that include one king or two queen size beds and a non-smoking environment. In-room amenities include high-speed Internet access, cable TV with premium movie channels, coffee maker and sleeper sofas upon request. Travelers arriving with pets under 40 lbs. are welcome with an additional nightly fee. The hotel also offers a seasonally heated pool, fitness center, local area transportation, guest activity desk for scheduling tee times at any of the nearby golf courses and room service from the on-site Atrium Café.
Doubletree Hotel
1775 East Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 576-8900
About The Author
Patricia Poulin is a freelance writer based out of the western slope of Colorado. Poulin's travels and insight have chronicled in print media resources, such as "Inside Outside" and "Breathe" magazine. She is also a regular contributor for other various publications including "USA Today." Poulin holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
