Colorado Honeymoon Guide

Looking for where to honeymoon in Colorado? Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend in the mountains, a ski honeymoon, a cozy cabin rental, or a spa resort, Colorado has something for everyone.

I’ve been lucky to explore these places while photographing weddings, and I’m excited to share my favorite spots for the perfect Colorado honeymoon summer or winter!

Unique things to do on your Honeymoon in Colorado

• A Red Rocks concert
• Ride in a gondola at one of the ski resorts
• Horseback or carriage ride through the mountains
• A guided fly-fishing trip
• Soak in a hot springs
• Train ride through the mountains
• Dog sledding

Start your honeymoon off in Denver

Starting your honeymoon off in Denver is a great place to start as you ease yourself into elevation and a higher altitude.

I love renting bikes and cruising around the city, exploring Union Station, walking through the parks, and going to one of the many cool and unique spots for a drink or a bite to eat! A little further outside Denver is the home of Coor’s Brewery where you can do a brewery tour and check out the cute little town of Golden. After that, explore around Red Rocks Amphitheater!

Where to stay in Denver?

Check out my favorite hotels, The Ramble Hotel and The Crawford Hotel in Union Station in Downtown Denver for your honeymoon.

Honeymoon in one of Colorado’s mountain towns

Colorado’s mountain towns are perfect for couples who like to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and are looking for something a little more adventurous or outdoorsy. Think casual, small towns with adventurous activities like skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fly fishing, camping, rock climbing, and pretty much anything nature-related.

If you’re not into anything too adventourous, these towns also have cute downtown areas and still plenty to do.

Honeymoon in Breckenridge

I may be a little biased of my cute little town of Breckenridge, but it’s such a special place to visit! If you like a mix of outdoor activities and a cute downtown, this is your spot! It’s probably the busiest mountain town so if you’re looking for more activities and more lively, this is a perfect destination! There are a few other cute surrounding towns to explore like Frisco or Leadville.

Where to stay in Breckenridge:

There’s no lack of places to stay! Rent a cute mountain cabin on Airbnb or check out the local hotels! If you’re on a ski trip, check out The Grand Lodge on Peak 8. If you’re wanting to stay near Main Street and downtown, check out Gravity Haus.

Honeymoon in Aspen

If you’re looking for more of a luxury destination for a honeymoon, Aspen has it all! It has all the Colorado outdoor mountain activities, but it’s also the mecca for luxury shopping and high-end experiences. I love just strolling around downtown Aspen window shopping and stumbling upon an incredible meal.

Where to stay in Aspen:

The Little Nell and Hotel Jerome are both iconic, luxury Aspen hotels downtown to check out. If you’re looking for a unique outdoor experience with no cell service, check out Beyual Retreat about an hour outside of Aspen.

Honeymoon in Vail

Vail Village is a magical little place for a romantic and luxury honeymoon. It has more of a European resort feel, but so quiant and charming. Winters are their busier times as most people come to these areas to ski. It’s also a perfect spot for relaxing in the mountains if you want to take advantage of the spas to unwind. It’s the perfect hub for taking trips to other Colorado destinations.

Where to stay in Vail:

You’ll find many gorgeous and luxurious hotels downtown, but if you’re looking for something a little more outdoorsy, check out Piney River Ranch! It’s a trek to get to and a bumpy drive outside of Vail, but well worth the glamping mountain experience!

If you’re looking to stay in Vail Village, there are many luxury hotels (with incredible spas) like The Sonnenalp, The Sebastian, or treat yourself to a Four Seasons stay.

Honeymoon in Steamboat

Another cute Colorado ski town to add to the list! Steamboat has more of a western flare and not too far of a drive from Denver. Be sure to add in a trip to one of my favorites, Strawberry Park Hot Springs.

Where to stay in Steamboat:

Steamboat has lots of options like cabin rentals on Airbnb or hotels like the Steamboat Grande. If you’re looking for a remote Colorado cabin, check out the cabins at Strawberry Hot Springs! It’s such a unique Colorado experience.

Honeymoon in Telluride

One of the most magical places in Colorado! Telluride is such a unique small, more laid-back mountain town. It’s a bit of a trek to get to, but so worth it!

Where to stay in Telluride:

If you’re on a ski trip, The Madeline Hotel is an incredible ski-in ski-out luxury hotel with all the high-end amenities for a ski honeymoon. If you’re skipping the slopes, Hotel Telluride is a perfect downtown option.

Honeymoon in Estes Park

Estes Park is another popular spot to check out! If you love visiting National Parks, Rocky Mountain National Park is a gorgeous place to explore with accessibility for everyone!

Where to stay in Estes Park:

We stayed in The Historic Stanley Hotel and loved our stay! Be sure to do a ghost tour of the haunted property. While we didn’t have any ghost experiences, it felt spooky and was so fun! There were a few places to eat that were on site. We loved the Cascades Restaurant and stopped there for dinner, dessert, and a few nightcaps!

Devils Thumb Resort

Devil’s Thumb Ranch is a gorgeous remote resort and working ranch that’s secluded outside of Winter Park. If you’re looking for a peaceful log cabin, these are so cute! They offer all the amenities plus adventures like horseback riding or cross-country skiing.

Dunton Hot Springs

Dunton Hot Springs has been on my Colorado bucket list since I moved here! I still have yet to make it there, but can’t wait for the day I do! The resort is in a super remote location so you’re in nothing but nature, but with rustic luxury cabins, massages, hot springs, and chef-prepared gourmet meals!

Colorado intenairy for honeymoon

Day 1 – Start in Denver

Start in Denver to aclimate to the higher elevation. Get settled in and check the Red Rocks list to see if there’s a concert you want to go to.

Day 2: Drive to Breckenridge

Enjoy a gorgeous drive through the mountains and head to the Breckenridge area for your next stop. Explore Main Street and see if there’s any activies you want to check out.

Day 3: Explore surrounding areas

Summit County has so much to offer. Check out the surrounding mountain towns like Frisco, Leadville or the Salida area.

Day 4: Drive to Telluride

Telluride is a bit of a trek, but such a gorgeous mountain area, with cute mountain towns lots of places to explore and adventures to go on.

Day 5: Explore surrounding areas

This is such a gorgeous area so be sure to check out the surrounding towns like Ouray.

Day 6: Drive to Palisade

Palisade is a gorgeous part of Western Colorado! Stop at the Gateway Spa outside of Palisade for a day of relaxing before or after wine tasting.

Day 7: Drive to Strawberry Park Hot Springs

Another longer drive, up head up to Steamboat and soak in Strawberry Park Hot Springs. It’s such a unique Colorado experience and perfect after a long day of driving.

Day 8: Drive to Estes Park

Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park is another gorgeous area of Colorado. Hike around a bit and then wrap up your day with a cocktail at The History Stanley Hotel.

Day 9: Settle back down in Denver

When to visit Colorado

Colorado is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit really depends on what kind of trip you’re planning. Note that holidays can and weekends can be busier so plan accordingly depending if you want something quieter or more lively.

If you’re dreaming of wildflowers, hiking, and summer in the mountains (late June–August) is ideal.

Fall (September–October) is such an amazing time in Colorado. Fall in the mountains usually starts in September with days really cooling down and gorgeous yellow Aspen leaves. Fall can bring larger crowds, but jaw dropping views.

Winter (December–March) is all about skiing, cozy cabin vibes, and warm drinks. The perfect ski honeymoon or snowy vacation.

‘Mud season’ (April–May, November) is underrated but beautiful, with snow-capped peaks and warming weather. You may find some restaurants and businesses shut down for a few weeks, but also fewer crowds and sometimes better deals. Some trails may be closed or muddier due to the melting snow and change of the seasons.