Welcome!

Listed in this article are logistics like how to get here, lodging accommodations, and what to eat as well as other activities you might enjoy during your stay in beautiful Boulder, Colorado.

getting to bOULDER

By Plane
Fly into Denver International Airport (code DEN).

From the Airport
Rent a car from the airport or take the bus from the airport to downtown Boulder. The bus runs hourly in both directions and is a great and easy option, although it’s not the fastest. If you arrive right after the bus departs, you may have to wait up to an hour for the next one. The ride will take about 50 minutes to an hour. The route is the AB/AB1 route: https://www.rtd-denver.com/app/route/AB/schedule

Uber or Lyft are available from the airport into Boulder but are expensive (about 45 minute drive).

Rental cars are available in Boulder for a much cheaper rate than the airport, which has a high surcharge. It’s possible to take the bus to Boulder and pick up your rental car here. It can save The highway from the airport to Boulder is a toll road, and you will be billed automatically for those extra charges.

Airport Shuttles:

Getting Around
Renting a car is best if you are able to. But it’s possible to get around without a car. Public transport isn’t bad, especially along Broadway north and south. A combo of public transport and ride sharing with Lyft or Uber could serve you well if you factor in a little extra time.

lodging

There are several recommended options below for your stay.

Nearest to our North Boulder Venue (Marla Rutherford Photography)

Comfort Inn & Suites (closest)
4777 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304
877-424-6423
https://goo.gl/maps/uEaeFi6yWbdDGTRu8

Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder (short drive)
3030 Center Green Dr, Boulder, CO 80301
+13034495545

Hyatt Place Boulder/Pearl Street
2280 Junction Pl, Boulder, CO 80301
+13034420160

St Julien Hotel & Spa (4-star)
900 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302
+17204069696

Nearest to our South Boulder Location (Year Two retreat)

Homewood Suites by Hilton – Boulder
4950 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80303
+13034999922

Rodeway Inn & Suites Boulder Broker
555 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303
+13034443330

Best Western Plus Boulder Inn
770 28th St, Boulder, CO 80303
+13034493800

Airbnb and Vacation Rentals

North Boulder (Year One) – search 80304 (near North Boulder Holiday neighborhood on map)
South Boulder (Year Two) – search 80303 (near Fraser Meadows neighborhood on map_

Economy / Budget Options

Rodeway Inn & Suites Boulder Broker
555 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303
+13034443330

FOOD OPTIONS

Boulder is blessed with a wide selection of restaurants, cafes as well as grocery stores for personal preferences and select purchases. Below is our list of recommendations.

Lunch: (with vegan and plant-based options)

Organic Sandwich Company (downtown)
Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant (downtown)
Little Tibet (Indian and Tibetan – north side)
Tierra y Fuego Taqueria (north side)
Proto’s Pizza (north side)
Flower Child (central)
Daikon Banh Mi Shop (downtown and central)
Cilantro (north)

Dinner (some of the lunch options are also open for dinner, but not all. Check websites)

Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant (downtown)
Little Tibet (Indian and Tibetan – north side)
Bacco | Trattoria & Mozzarella Bar (north side)
The North End at 4580 (north side)
Avanti (downtown) Hip food court with rooftop bar. Great hangout option, but on the loud side on the roof.
Rosetta Hall (downtown) Hip food court with rooftop bar. Great hangout option. Nice indoor and outdoor space.
My Neighbor Felix (trendy Mexican spot)
Santo | New Mexico influence
RayBack Collective (good hangout option with local beer, big outdoor space and food trucks)