The Cliff House at Pikes Peak

306 Cañon Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, Manitou Springs, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.6 / 5

Overview

The Cliff House at Pikes Peak is a 4-star Victorian-era hotel set in the heart of Manitou Springs, Colorado, prized for its historic character paired with mountain views. Individually decorated rooms and suites blend period furnishings with modern restraint, giving the property a distinctive sense of place rather than a chain-hotel feel. With a public rating of 4.6 from 1,619 reviews, it stands out as a well-regarded, refined base for exploring the Pikes Peak region.

Rooms & Suites

Guest rooms and suites are individually decorated with period Victorian furnishings and modern comforts, and all include Wi-Fi, cable TV and DVD players. Suites step up the experience further with gas fireplaces, two-person whirlpool tubs and steam showers, making them a good pick for couples or special-occasion stays. A DVD library is available on-site to complement the in-room DVD players.

Dining

On-site dining includes a full breakfast service -- guests note a generous hot breakfast spread with fruit and desserts, and even in-room breakfast service -- plus a bar and grill for casual meals and drinks. A seasonal veranda opens for outdoor dining, taking advantage of the hotel's mountain setting.

Amenities & Services

The hotel offers six event spaces suited to gatherings, weddings or meetings, a fitness center, and valet parking for guest convenience. These facilities, combined with attentive staff service noted by guests, support both leisure stays and small group events.

Location

The Cliff House sits a five-minute walk from the restaurants and shops of Manitou Springs, and within a mile of the Manitou Cliff Dwellings and the Pikes Peak Cog Railway Station. Nearby points of interest include the Miramont Castle Museum and Queen's Parlour Tea Room (448m), Manitou Cliff Dwellings (562m), The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway (1,270m), Cave of the Winds Mountain Park (1,450m), Garden of the Gods (3,015m) and Red Rock Canyon (3,477m), with Pikes Peak itself about 11km away.

Best for

This hotel suits couples and leisure travelers seeking a romantic, historic retreat, thanks to suites with gas fireplaces, two-person whirlpool tubs and steam showers. It also works well for small groups or families visiting for events, given its six event spaces and walkable access to Manitou Springs' dining and shopping. Travelers focused on outdoor attractions like Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds and the Pikes Peak Cog Railway will appreciate the short walking or driving distance to these sites.

Travel tips

Plan to walk into downtown Manitou Springs, as the hotel is just a five-minute stroll from local restaurants and shops. The Pikes Peak Cog Railway Station and Manitou Cliff Dwellings are both under a mile away, making them easy add-ons without needing to drive, though a car is useful for reaching Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and The Broadmoor Seven Falls, which are several kilometers out. Valet parking is offered on-site, which is convenient given the hilly, historic streets typical of Manitou Springs.

What guests say

Guests consistently praise the attentive, professional staff and highlight standout service moments, including a manager who resolved issues personally and made a memorable difference. The breakfast is frequently mentioned as a highlight, with a wide selection of hot dishes, fruit and desserts, and even in-room breakfast service drawing praise. Some reviewers note that ongoing renovations disrupted sleep during their stay, and a couple of guests mentioned lapses in privacy from staff and a non-functioning hot tub in one room. Overall sentiment remains strongly positive, with special events like a New Year's party also earning enthusiastic feedback.

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