Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore The Broadmoor Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
Things to do
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG
The staff was over the top at check in! It was nice to have a very personal able gentleman at the desk. Rooms were clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Dec, 2025
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Yes minus the bathroom floor was bit dirty. Front desk guy was super nice.
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Clean room, easy check-in
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Amazing rooms and very friendly staff. Beautiful property and views. I highly recommend the Club room so you have the view of the Garden of the Gods. The gym is a nice feature and there are fitness classes available. I Room was very comfortable and spacious and cozy. Would happily stay here again. ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Yes
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Hotel Polaris
The room was super clean, great beds, slept very well. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We will go back for sure
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Simpich Showcase Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown Colorado Springs is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pikes Peak Center and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center while you're in town.
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
