Ultra-low Lodging Rates during “Springs Thaw” in Glenwood Springs

Spring comes early to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. At 5,700 feet above sea level on Colorado’s western slope, this charming mountain town is green and blooming long before its higher altitude neighbors.

In celebration of warmer temperatures and sunny skies, local hotels, inns and bed-and-breakfasts are offering visitors discounted lodging rates from April 1 to May 18. Room rates range from $84 to $124 a night.

Check out springsthaw.com to book accommodations. Also register online to win a vacation package giveaway - two nights’ lodging, plus activities and dinner at The Bayou restaurant in Glenwood Springs. Activities include Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, Hot Springs Pool and Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves passes and massages in the prize package.

Springtime visitors to Glenwood Springs can hike or bike low-elevation trails or enjoy fly-fishing on the Gold medal trout streams. Early season white-water rafting on the Colorado River promises to be exciting this year with abundant snow melt. Save 20% on half-day rafting trips. After outdoor adventures, soothe away any muscle aches in the Hot Springs Pool or the natural underground geothermal steam bath at the Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves. Or just take in the panoramic views at the top of the Iron Mountain Tramway at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park with two-for-one tram rides for up to four people.

Other Glenwood Springs activities: Shop at Glenwood Meadows or browse the many unique boutiques downtown. Dining options run the gamut from Mexican, Thai and Cajun to French, Japanese and Italian, plus a number of casual bars, cafés, bakeries and old-fashioned diners.