Location With spectacular views of Cheyenne Mountain and the Rockies as well as Colorado Springs, this lodge-style resort is ideally situated in the midst of one of America's great recreational regions. It is within a short drive to downtown Colorado Springs (around 7.5 km away) as well as all the outlying areas, shops and restaurants. Manitou Springs is just around 5 minutes' drive away, there are several parks in the immediate vicinity and Pike National Forest is some 15 minutes' drive away. Facilities The 8 lodge-style guest-room buildings with a total of 316 well-appointed rooms are surrounded by 200 acres of hotel property. In addition to countless recreational opportunities, the hotel is equipped for conferencing on a grand scale, weddings and family themed holidays. The hotel was renovated in 2010. Facilities at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, lift access, hairdressing salon and a games room. Younger guests can let off steam in the children's playground and kids' club. Dining and drinks are offered by the café, bar and restaurant. Internet access, room service, laundry service, a car park and bicycle hire service are all available. Rooms Each standard and deluxe guest room provides a welcome respite and serene setting to unwind from the excitement that surrounds the resort. Comfort and private balconies are included in each spacious room, with most featuring views of the resort and magnificent Cheyenne Mountain. The en suite bathroom has a shower, bath and hairdryer. In-room amenities include double or king-size beds, a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, a radio, Internet access, a mini fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Individually regulated air conditioning and heating ensure maximum comfort throughout the year. Sports/Entertainment The property has a golf course on site, a gym, 4 swimming pools including a lap pool, adults' pool and kids' pool, tennis, basketball, jogging, biking and hiking trails and boating in the summer. Other sporting options include windsurfing, canoeing, squash, paddle tennis, handball and volleyball. The nearest alpine skiing is at Breckenridge, around 2.5 hour's drive away, while cross-country skiing is available in Pike National Forest, just some 20 minutes' drive away. Alternatively, guests can relax at the poolside snack bar or on the sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols, take in an aqua fit or aerobics class or enjoy the hot tub or a massage or spa treatment. Entertainment programmes for children and adults are also offered. Meals The resort elevates dining to an enticing new level. Three distinctive venues provide something for every taste, from delicious bites and cocktails at Will Rogers Lounge to incredible Colorado Fusion dishes and lavish buffets at the Mountain View Restaurant. Or for a unique setting guests can relax over dinner at the Pineview Restaurant overlooking the golf course. Payment The hotel accepts American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA. Misc. Guests may check in from 4 pm and are requested to check out by 12 pm. How to get there From the I-25, take exit 138 - Circle Drive. Turn west (toward the mountains). Drive 3 km to Highway 115 South - Canon City. Then continue under the overpass and take a left turn onto the ramp. At the first traffic lights, Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard, turn right. Take the first left, Broadmoor Valley Road. The resort's sign is on the corner.