About The Cliff House at Pikes Peak
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak, built in 1874 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2001 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. The Cliff House is older than the state of Colorado itself, and in its 139-year history, it has been a stagecoach stop, a barracks for soldiers, and host to famous dignitaries such as Theodore Roosevelt, Charles Dickens, P.T. Barnum, Thomas Edison, Clark Gable, F.W. Woolworth, and J. Paul Getty. An extensive remodel and grand opening in 1999 elevated the Cliff House to one of Colorado's finest luxury hotels. Nestled at the foot of majestic Pikes Peak, it retains its Victorian elegance and luxury, while offering innovative modern features, including state-of-the-art technology. It boasts world-class dining, luxurious, personalized service, and limitless activities.For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
How to Get There
Within 10 minutes of beautiful Colorado Springs. Near historic Pikes Peak Cog Railway, The Cave of the Winds tours, Manitou cliff dwellings, the awe-inspiring Garden of the Gods, and Cripple Creek mining town. Colorado Springs Municipal Airport: 17 miles, 20 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to The Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Heading to The Cliff House at Pikes Peak? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for The Cliff House at Pikes Peak?
No central reservation system listed for The Cliff House at Pikes Peak. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247631) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to The Cliff House at Pikes Peak?
Within 10 minutes of beautiful Colorado Springs. Near historic Pikes Peak Cog Railway, The Cave of the Winds tours, Manitou cliff dwellings, the awe-inspiring Garden of the Gods, and Cripple Creek mining town. Colorado Springs Municipal Airport: 17 miles, 20 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates…
How do I contact The Cliff House at Pikes Peak?
You can reach the park at phone: 800 678 8946 or email: info@historichotels.org.
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