Stay and Play in Southern Colorado

With so much to do, Southern Colorado deserves to be more than a day-trip—especially when you consider the region features the only internationally designated “Dark Sky” community in all of Colorado thanks to Westcliffe’s world-renowned starry nights. Choose a southern Colorado vacation rental near the Smokey Jack Observatory, and enjoy night skies ablaze with more stars than you’ll see in the city in a lifetime. Rent a cottage or stay in a Centrally located in the Wet Mountain Valley, Westcliffe and Hillside offer quick access to hiking, biking, fly fishing, rafting, and even skiing at Monarch Ski Area.

Two of the most unique Southern Colorado lodging options are located in Westcliffe and nearby Hillside: The Lamp Post Lodge is located within walking distance to downtown Westcliffe for quick access to quaint shops and restaurants. Just down the road is Hillside Colorado, which features five beautifully renovated private cottages and a restored historic event venue. Explore both of these options through the links below.