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530 N US Hwy 24
Buena Vista, CO 81211
Nightly Rates: ( 132.00 - 135.00 )
2 Star
This Super 8 is without a doubt, one of the best motels in the chain. Pride property in addition to recipient of the National Hospitality Award. 27 inch flat screen TVs with HBO, refrigerators, hair dryers, irons, swimming pool and hot tub as well as Free high speed in all rooms and a business center. Guest consistently comment on how this is the best breakfast they have ever had. Biscuits with sausage gravy, 3 types of oatmeal, 2 types of cereal, 4 kinds of Bavarian Danishes. 3 types of waffles, hard boiled eggs, 2 types of juices, toast and maybe the richest tasting coffee around.
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· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 03:00 PM
· Check out time is 11:00 AM
· Time Zone is MST
· Opened in 1996
· 38 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 2 floors.
From Denver/Golden, US-285 South. 115 miles turn north on Hwy 24, Motel is 1 block North of stop light in Buena Vista. www.super8bv.com
From Pueblo, take US-50 West 96 miles, turn left (North) onto US Hwy 285 N. go 26 miles. Go N. on US Hwy 24 go 3 miles to the motel. www.super8bv.com
From Colorado Springs, take Hwy 24 West about 110 miles. Motel is on your left. www.super8bv.com
From Grand Junction, Take I-70 E. towards Denver for 135 miles, Exit on to Hwy 24 go South 66 miles to Buena Vista. www.super8bv.com
Take Highway 85 over Independence Pass to Twin Lakes, CO. At Highway 24 go South to Buena Vista, CO, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (65 miles) NOTE: Independence Pass open SUMMER ONLY.
Take U.S. Highway 70 West, to U.S. Highway 24 South to Buena Vista, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (62 miles)
Take U.S. Highway 25 South from either Main Gate. To U.S. Highway 24 West, to U.S. Highway 24 North to Buena Vista, CO, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (99 miles)
Take Highway 67 North to US Highway 24 West, to U.S. Highway 24 North to Buena Vista, CO, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (35 miles)
Take U.S. Highway 50 East to U.S. Highway 285 North, which becomes U.S. Highway 24 North to Buena Vista, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (35 miles)
Take Highway 9 South to U.S. Highway 285 South, to U.S. Highway 24 North to Buena Vista, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (59 miles)
Take U.S. Highway 160 East to Highway 550 North, to Highway 50 East, to U.S. Highway 285 North which becomes U.S. Highway 24 North to Buena Vista, to Super 8 at 530 North U.S. Highway 24. (290 miles)
From Denver, US-285 South.110.37 miles, 2.09 Turn Rt (North) Motel is 1 block North of Stop light in Buena Vista.
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301 East Main Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-2120 Open 24 Hours - All Year Full bar, 120 bottled beer brands, 12 beers on tap, 20 tequilas, satellite TV, private party room.
Nordie Inn6435 Highway 82 Twin Lakes, CO 719-486-1830 Call for various seasons schedules National Historic Coach stop. Dramatic views of mountains and water. Romantically restored. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Specializing in fine German food.
Shanghai Chinese RestaurantNorth Hwy 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4950 Open Daily, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Luncheon specials for $3.98. House dinner starts at $9.25. Delivery available. Family owned and operated, friendly atmosphere. Family dining, no bar.
Casa Del SolNorth Highway 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8810 11:30 - 9:30 Open daily May - Sept. Call for other seasons. Intimate, romantic dining in atmosphere of Old Mexico. Enjoy special and traditional Mexican recipes from Sonora to Guerro. Indoor or beautiful courtyard and seating.
Laughing Ladies Cafe128 W. First Street Salida, CO 81212 719-739-6209 Open daily with Sunday brunch at 8:00 AM. Fine dining in a comfortable cafe atmosphere. Beautiful wood floors, tin ceilings, works of local artists. Indoor courtyard dining. Craft beers and wines.
Grimo's Italian RestaurantJct Hwy 285 and Hwy 50 Poncha Springs, CO 719-539-2903 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tues - Sat, 4:00 - 8:00 Sunday Authentic Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood. Appetizers, homemade pasta, desserts. Fine wine and cocktails. Family owned and operated. Nice decor and quiet atmosphere. Banquet facilities available.
Jan's Restaurant304 Highway 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-6940 Open daily 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Family style restaurant and lounge. "Where the locals meet" great home-style cooking. Friendly folks.
Pizza WorksBehind Buena Vista Post Office Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4882 Tuesday - Sunday 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Fresh ingredients, several types of cheese, hand tossed, stone baked, 20 inch specials! Other house specials and calzones. (free delivery local) THE BEST PIZZA ANYWHERE!
Pizza Hut720 South US Hwy 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-9181 Nationwide franchise, nice atmosphere, great for parties, clean, friendly, family atmosphere.
Bongo Billy's High Country Coffees and Cafe713 South US 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-2634 Open Daily House roasted coffees. Vegetarian lunches. Scrumptious desserts. A great place to relax, converse, and enjoy anytime. Occasional entertainment in evenings. Call to confirm dates. Charming decor.
K's Dairy Delight223 US Hwy 24 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8695 11:00 AM Daily, April - October The locals favorite spot for summer treats and burgers. Next to the park and Cottonwood Creek. Old fashioned, fresh beef cheese burgers and quality and fast foods. Soft ice cream and non-fat yogurt. Family owned and operated.
Restaurant708 US 24 South Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-9289 Closed Wednesday Casual family dining open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Great food reasonably priced. Old fashioned hospitality. Great hamburgers to delicious complete dinners.
Monarch Mountain LodgeUS Highway 50 Salida, CO 81211 719-539-2581/1-800-332-3668 Open Daily Fine family dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Mountain views. Daily specials, kids menu. Private dining room and non-smoking area. Weddings, banquets, and groups welcome. Call for information.
* Seats 20 * Dry Erase Board * Free High Speed Wireless * Copier
Known as the 14ers Region because of the fifteen surrounding peaks over 14,000 feet. Stunning mountain scenery abounds along with all the accompanying recreational activity opportunities. Small towns, friendly folks, and rich Western History is down every highway, up every canyon and atop the highest mountain.
Only indoor pool in Buena Vista. Don't forget those swimsuits!
Summer in Chaffee CountyBuena Vista Area * Hot Springs * Horseback Riding * Four Wheeling * Golfing * Ghost Towns * Hiking * Rock Hunting * Antiques * Museums * Concerts * Art Shows * Fishing
Autumn in Chaffee CountyBuena Vista Area * Fall Foliage Viewing * Mountain Auto Touring * Fishing * Big Game Hunting * Four Wheeling * Gondola Rides
Winter in Chaffee CountySnowmobiling - Marshall Pass - off U.S. 285 Southwest of Poncha Springs, St. Elmo - the road network surrounding the town along with Tin Cup and Hancock passes, and Cottonwood Pass - West of Buena Vista on CR 306. Mountain Biking - Fat tire riders find the Arkansas Hills East of Buena Vista and North of Salida open and challenging all winter. Wildlife Watching - Elk, deer, Rocky Mountain bighorn, sheep, and mountain goats all move to feeding grounds in the valley as snow flies in the high country.
Monarch Ski Area888-996-7669/719-539-3573 November - April Elevation: Base, 10,790 feet; summit, 11,950 feet Vertical Drop: 1,160 feet Chair lifts: Four doubles Uphill Capacity: 4,500 skiers per hour Skiable terrain: 670 acres on the Continental Divide in the San Isabel National Forest Trails: 54 - 22 advanced/expert; 17 intermediate; 15 beginner Longest Run: 2 miles Annual Snowfall: 350 plus inches, all natural Snowcat Tours: Backcountry tours with professional guides Day lodge facilities: Restaurant, lounge, rental shop; ski and snowboard schools; complete children's ski center and child care facility.
Cross Country Skiing* Cottonwood Pass - west of Buena Vista toward the pass on CR 306, the trail offers designated parking at the trailhead. * St. Elmo - follow CR 162 west off U.S. 285 at Nathrop to get to the roads and trails around the old town. * Monarch Park - take U.S. 50 about two miles east of the ski/snowboard area to open meadows and trails through the trees * Poncha Creek Area - go south on U.S. 285 from Poncha Springs to CR 200
Wilderness Aware RaftingSouth side of Buena Vista 1-800-462-7238/719-395-2112 Colorado's tourism company of the year! Offering personalized adventures with the extra touch of quality that earned us the title of "Colorado Tourism Company of the Year"! Paddle or oar powered self-bailing rafts on wildwater to family whitewater, two way radio equipped rafts and shuttle vehicles. Five rivers in Colorado from 1/2 to 10 days. Excellent guides make or break a trip - our guides know how to have fun using advanced paddling and safety skills. Multi-day trips travel downstream carrying all supplies and stays at secluded camps. GROUP RATES/KIDS DISCOUNTS.
Whitewater VoyageursP.O. Box 346 - 10240 U.S. Hwy 50 Poncha Springs, CO 81242 1-800-255-2585/719-539-7318 www.rmii.com/~boathaus Our 21st year on the Arkansas "Safety First" Is The Rule. Come join us for a fun filled adventure on the Arkansas with rafting choices from a mild float trip, or a class III-IV moderate excursion in Browns Canyon, to a Class IV-V aggressive and challenging day through the "Royal Gorge". We offer 1/2 to 3 day adventures with either oar frame rigged rafts or paddle rafts. After an exciting day of rafting, you'll return to our permanent camp site just below Poncha Pass where a private hot shower awaits you. All camping equipment is furnished by us. For more information and a great time give us a call.
Buffalo Joe River TripsP.O. Box 1526 Buena Vista, CO 81211 1-800-356-7984/719-395-8757 "A day in the summer for the time of your life." Offering 1/2 day to multi-day trips in Browns Canyon, Royal Gorge, Numbers and Narrows on the Arkansas River. Custom trips gladly arranged. Full day trips include Bar-B-Q Steak Lunch, (Vegetarian Meals Available), also 3 day Dolores River Wilderness trips in May. Mountain Bike tours and rentals or "peddle/paddle" combinations are available. Group rates for 10 or more. Buena Vista and Canon City locations. Call for FREE brochure.
Monarch Scenic TramMonarch Pass US 50 719-539-4789 Open Daily Incredible panoramic views, gift shop, snack bar, and nearby trails. Adult, junior, & senior rates.
Salida Hot Springs Pool and Aquatic Center410 US Hwy 50 Salida, CO 81212 719-539-6738 Summer Hours 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Winter Hours Tues - Thurs 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Fri, Sat, Sun 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM 3 pools, lap lanes, private hot baths, natural hot mineral water.
Gold Rush Days15870 CR 162 Nathrop, CO 81236 719-395-2447 Sun - Thurs 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Fri & Sat 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Clear, odorless, natural hot springs water. 85 degrees - 105 degrees in temperature. Beautiful mountain setting. (waterslide operates summer only) fine dining also available.
111 CR 194 Salida, CO 81201 405-765-5821 Before May (Call to Reserve) 719-539-6405 After May (Call to Reserve) Enjoy the mountains with pack llamas! Instruction Transport to Trailhead Rentals and sales Visitors welcome
Golf - Collegiate Peaks Golf Course28775 Fairway Drive Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8189 Call for tee times and fees 1 1/2 miles from Main Street stop light, go West to sign. Private course. Open to public. Stunning views.
Buena Vista and surrounds Mountain biking, year-round in the 14ers region offers incredible scenery, some of the states highest, longest and emptiest trails. Some of the region's best rides are: The Colorado Trail, the states longest and most famous. The Salida Trail, an easy multi use urban trail starts downtown Salida, heads west and loops back to town. The Old Midland Grade Trail allows riders to ride the tracks of and old railroad from Trout Creek Pass down to Buena Vista, CO.
Buena Vista River Road TrailThis is an easy, beautiful ride along the Arkansas River. The Monarch Crest trail is one of the nation's best rides. The Rainbow Trail contains partions that become the famous Banana Belt Loop Race every year in September. Many businesses offer bike rentals, transportation to trailheads, and tours.
Gold Rush DaysPo Box 2021 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-6612 Operates August 1 & 2, 1998 Free entertainment, story tellers, Western shoot out, gold panning, arts & crafts, food booths, toilet seat races, and a bed race are just a sampling of the fun.
Rushing Mountain Streams Abound Salida/Aspen ConcertsJohn Held Auditorium Salida, CO 81212 719-539-4668 or 719-539-7486 Open Saturday evening 8:00 PM July & August Summer in Salida means great classical music, 22nd season of concerts with artists of the world-famous Aspen Music Festival.
Collegiate Range & Arkansas River of Buena Vista, COWarm temperatures in the valley surrounding Buena Vista and the Arkansas River with snow-cropped peaks sparkling above make for wonderful recreation activities.
Singing Cowboy Ranch-7 mi/South
Authentic Western Shott OutsDuring Gold Rush Days local sharp shooters take their aim at the BAD GUYS. Square dance and country dance expeditions in mid-August.
Once the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, built in 1879. Now used as the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce.
Buena Vista Emporium327 E. Main St. Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4005 10-6 Mon. - Sat, 12-6 Sunday Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Visit 35 dealers under 1 roof. Unique and exciting merchandise. Antiques, primitives, Western Art, and collectibles, stained glass, windows, and varied country decoratives. Jewelry.
Art Galleries321 West Main Street Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4800 Open Daily Exceptional art by local and regional artists. Working studio and demonstrations on premises with Robert Gray Aspen Vessels. A must for the serious collector.
506 East Main Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8372 May - Sept. Daily Historic building used by the Chaffee County Council on the arts. Built in 1883, now has new heating system and elevator. Houses Buena Vista's Model Railroad Society Diorama as well as the art center. Gallery open 7 days a week with changing exhibits, artist's receptions and numerous musical events.
St. Elmo's General Store25865 CR 162 Old St. Elmo, CO 81236 7 days a week, May 1 - Oct 1 Located in one of Colorado's original ghost towns. The general store also sells antiques and collectibles. Worth the trip! 18 miles West of Northrop, CO.
The Halsey BlockAn embassdor to China, John Smith Halsey, built the block in 1885. His son has a drugstore in one building. The old back bar from the soda fountain is still in view. Another building's occupants in the Lariet Bar, which has many old photos and artifacts from Buena Vista's Historic past. Now owned by Connie Cameron, a great-great granddaugther of one of the town's first families.
The Centennial ManorWest Main Street Buena Vista, CO 81211 Built in the late 1870's, the manor was purchased by Laura Fikany, a madam at the Pioneer House in Leadville. She added an outside staircase and turned the manor into "apartments" Damaged in a fire in 1976, now restored, the manor is rented again as "true" apartments.
Buena Vista Walking TourThe Episcopal Church Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8868 Tours arranged by appointment The Grace Episcopal Church, built in 1883, is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It was part of the Timberline Circuit and had a traveling priest, who served the church but lived in Leadville. A mission church for 112 years - it is now a parish church. Beautifully maintained and almost completely original - the crucifix from Columbus is over 300 years old.
The Town HallOriginally housed the First National Bank of Buena Vista, and was one of only two banks which paid off all depositors after the crash of 1929. The bank's old vault is in the Town Hall's front room and now stores the town records.
SnowmobilingDescription Not Available
Hiking-1 mi
4 Wheel Drive Activities4 Wheel Drive Activities-1 mi/South
Angel of ShavanoAngel of Shavano-25 mi/South
Cottonwood Hot SpringsCottonwood Hot Springs-5 mi/West
FishingFishing-1 mi/East
Glenwood CanyonGlenwood Canyon-80 mi/Northwest
Great San Dunes National MonumentGreat San Dunes National Monument-76 mi/South
Mountain EventsMountain Events-1 mi/West
Mountain views of Continental DivideMountain views of Continental Divide-1 mi/West
White Water Rafting-1 mi/EastKnown as the 14ers Region because of the fifteen surrounding peaks over 14,000 feet. Stunning mountain scenery abounds along with all the accompanying recreational activity opportunities. Small towns, friendly folks, and rich Western History is down every highway, up every canyon and atop the highest mountain.
Po Box 2021 Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-6612 Operates August 1 & 2, 1998 Free entertainment, story tellers, Western shoot out, gold panning, arts & crafts, food booths, toilet seat races, and a bed race are just a sampling of the fun.
Salida/Aspen ConcertsJohn Held Auditorium Salida, CO 81212 719-539-4668 or 719-539-7486 Open Saturday evening 8:00 PM July & August Summer in Salida means great classical music, 22nd season of concerts with artists of the world-famous Aspen Music Festival.
Warm temperatures in the valley surrounding Buena Vista and the Arkansas River with snow-cropped peaks sparkling above make for wonderful recreation activities.
Dramatic, majestic - words fail a description of the "Good View" of "Buena Vista". Mighty Mount Princeton, one of the Fourteeners, raises its dramatic 14,000+ feet about the town below.
327 E. Main St. Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4005 10-6 Mon. - Sat, 12-6 Sunday Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Visit 35 dealers under 1 roof. Unique and exciting merchandise. Antiques, primitives, Western Art, and collectibles, stained glass, windows, and varied country decoratives. Jewelry.
Trembling Aspen321 West Main Street Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-4800 Open Daily Exceptional art by local and regional artists. Working studio and demonstrations on premises with Robert Gray Aspen Vessels. A must for the serious collector.
Old Court House Gallery & Museum506 East Main Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8372 May - Sept. Daily Historic building used by the Chaffee County Council on the arts. Built in 1883, now has new heating system and elevator. Houses Buena Vista's Model Railroad Society Diorama as well as the art center. Gallery open 7 days a week with changing exhibits, artist's receptions and numerous musical events.
St. Elmo General Store25865 CR 162 Old St. Elmo, CO 81236 7 days a week, May 1 - Oct 1 Located in one of Colorado's original ghost towns. The general store also sells antiques and collectibles. Worth the trip! 18 miles West of Northrop, CO.
An ambassador to China, John Smith Halsey, built the block in 1885. His son had a drugstore in one building. The old back bar from the soda fountain is still in view. Another building's occupants is the Lariet Bar, which has many old photos and artifacts from Buena Vista's Historic past. Now owned by Connie Cameron, a great-great granddaughter of one of the town's first families.
The Centennial ManorWest Main Street Buena Vista, CO 81211 Built in the late 1870's, the manor was purchased by Laura Fikany, a madam at the Pioneer House in Leadville. She added an outside staircase and turned the manor into "apartments" Damaged in a fire in 1976, now restored, the manor is rented again as "true" apartments.
Buena Vista Building TourThe Episcopal Church Buena Vista, CO 81211 719-395-8868 Tours arranged by appointment The Grace Episcopal Church, built in 1883, is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It was part of the Timberline Circuit and had a traveling priest, who served the church but lived in Leadville. A mission church for 112 years - it is now a parish church. Beautifully maintained and almost completely original - the crucifix from Columbus is over 300 years old.
The Town HallOriginally housed the First National Bank of Buena Vista, and was one of only two banks which paid off all depositors after the crash of 1929. The bank's old vault is in the Town Hall's front room and now stores the town records.