Denver International Airport (DIA) is a large airport that you can fly into. It is approximately a 1:30 minute drive to the Embassy Suites Hotel.

Colorado Springs Airport is a much smaller airport that is approximately a 30 minute drive from the Embassy Suites Hotel. This airport is easier for a person to use.  

Canned oxygen is available in the pharmacy at Walgreen's and many stores.

Places you may want to go...

The Denver Metro Area is located approximately 1 hour north of Colorado Springs.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre in Morrison Colorado north of Colorado Springs.   The park is known for its very large red sandstone outcrops. Many of these rock formations within the park have names, from the mushroom-shaped Seat of Pluto to the inclined Cave of the Seven Ladders.  Many entertainers perform concerts in this beautiful outdoor Amphitheatre.  Red Rocks is approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes from the Embassy Suites Hotel.

Black Hawk and Central City are historic mining settlements that have casinos.  High altitude warning:  take canned oxygen with you.  Approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes from the Embassy Suites Hotel.

Elitches and Lakeside Amusement Parks are near Denver Colorado.

The Downtown Denver Aquarium

Major league stadium for the Rockies Baseball.

The Botanical Gardens

Castle Rock Colorado is half way to Denver from Colorado Springs.  It has an outlet mall, restaurants, and a small outdoor incline of stairs for exercise.

Near Colorado Springs...

Victor and Central City Colorado are two old mining towns west of Colorado Springs.  Victor still has gold mines in operation.  Central City has casinos. High altitude warning: take canned oxygen with you.  They are approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes from the Embassy Suites Hotel.

Rocky Mountain Vibes Baseball team plays here in Colorado Springs at an easy access field. Located at 4385 Tutt Blvd.

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a fun smaller zoo built on the side of the mountain. There are several feed the animals experiences.  Advance ticket purchase required.   Bring a can of oxygen.

They have a shuttle that will drive you from one shuttle stop to another which helps if you struggle with walking.  Motorized scooters are available to rent.

The Broadmoor historic hotel has a golf course and is a beautiful area.

Air City 360 is a fun activity for kids.

I Fly Indoor Sky Diving

Overdrive Indoor Go Carts

Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park, games and crafts.  Fun for kids

The Summit Interquest:  Laser Tag, Arcade, Bowling, Food & Drink

Santa’s Workshop at North Pole Colorado

For a challenge, we have The Incline located in Manitou Springs, Colorado.  Climb the stairs and go down the Barr Trail, or hike up and down the Barr Trail. Reservations are required.  Bring oxygen.

For the runners in your group, The Slacker Half Marathon is taking place in the mountains during this weekend if anyone has a desire to participate in a downhill Half Marathon. Bring canned oxygen and snacks. www.slackerhalfmarathon.com

Stores near the hotel that are unusual are the Bass Pro Shop with displays of preserved animals and a fun aquarium.  We also have Scheels Sporting Goods.  Scheels has a Ferris Wheel inside it.

Top Golf practice range

The Olympic Training Center

The Mining Museum

The Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum depicting the history of Colorado Springs

The Royal Gorge is a large bridge over the Arkansas River.  Located near Canon City Colorado.  The bridge is not easily accessible for wheel chairs due to the steep inclines getting to the bridge.  Motorized scooters with brakes are good.  There is an aerial gondola, a theater, a play area, a zip line and sky coaster. Nearby is the Royal Gorge Train that you can ride for the view or enjoy a dinner train experience. There is also rafting trips nearby.

In case you decide to spend more time in Colorado Springs or the Denver area this will give a few things to think about. 
We hope you have a great time here.

Restaurants  

Margarita at Pine Creek is a quaint restaurant next to the hotel.  You must make reservations.  They serve a several course meal as well as lunch and brunch.  On the weekends during the summer they have a farmer’s market.

You can stroll down Old Colorado City on Colorado Avenue checking out the various shops.  When you want a break The Yellow Mountain Organic Tea House serves appetizers and a wide variety of teas.  You can sit in a traditional table low to the floor or request a regular table.  Reservations are suggested.

The Mona Lisa Fondue Restaurant is an experience.  Upstairs is the restaurant where reservations are recommended.  Downstairs in the wine cellar is a separate entrance where cheese and chocolate fondue are often offered as a happy hour special.  Both are fun. First come first serve seating in the wine cellar.  It is an intimate dining experience.

Manitou Springs has shops, an arcade, a park and a number of restaurants.

There is an airplane restaurant where a party of 4 (if I remember correctly) can actually dine in an old airplane. If you do not get seated in the airplane you can walk through it.

Palmer Lake is where you will find a small-town community with an ice cream house, a couple of restaurants and a small lake that you can stroll around.  Paddle boating is permitted but I am not sure if you need to bring your own or if you can rent one on site.

You can probably find anything you want or need on Academy Boulevard 
which is a short drive from the hotel.

                  See you there!