Where to Stay
Salida offers lodging for every budget - from riverside camping to full-service hot springs resorts. Staying in Salida gives you easy access to everything the Arkansas Valley has to offer.
Canyon Country Lodging
Extend your trip - luxury glamping 1 hour east in the Royal Gorge region
Luxury Glamping · 1 Hour East
Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals
Unique canyon country lodging near the Royal Gorge
Yurts, Airstreams, and cozy cabins in a stunning canyon setting near Cañon City. The ultimate basecamp for a multi-day adventure combining Salida, Browns Canyon, and the Royal Gorge. Wake up surrounded by canyon wilderness.
Lodging Options in Salida
From hostels to resorts - find the perfect Salida basecamp
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort
$$$Full-service resort at the base of Mt. Princeton with hot spring access, dining, spa, and mountain activities. Colorado's premier hot spring lodging.
Simple Lodge & Hostel
$Budget-friendly, social hostel right in downtown Salida. Private rooms and dorms available. Great base for adventure.
Salida East Campground (Arkansas Headwaters)
$CPW/BLM campground on the Arkansas River about 1.5 miles east of downtown Salida along US Hwy 50. Riverside tent, RV, and walk-in sites plus one yurt, no hot springs on-site. One of several Arkansas Headwaters campgrounds along the river, and reservations are strongly recommended.
Vacation Rentals (VRBO / Airbnb)
$$-$$$Salida has an excellent selection of vacation rentals from downtown condos to mountain cabins. Best for families and groups.
Woodland Motel
$-$$Family-owned budget motel less than a mile from downtown Salida, right across from the Arkansas River and trail system. Rooms, efficiencies, and two-bedroom condos with kitchens.
Browns Canyon Inn
Rates onlineHotel in Salida near fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and dining. A convenient base for Browns Canyon National Monument and Arkansas River recreation. Check-in from 3 PM.
Booking Tips
Book Early
Summer weekends (Jun-Aug) and ski season weekends fill up fast. Book 4-6 weeks in advance for peak periods.
FIBArk Weekend
The third weekend in June (FIBArk festival) is the busiest weekend of the year. Book 2-3 months ahead.
Shoulder Season
May, October, and November offer great value with fewer crowds. Many activities still available.
Worth the Drive - Royal Gorge Region
Raft Class IV-V rapids, zipline 1,200 feet above the canyon, dine at a local icon, or glamp under canyon walls. An easy day trip from Salida.
Royal Gorge Rafting
World-class whitewater rafting, just 1 hour east of Salida. Class IV-V Royal Gorge section trips.
Royal Gorge Zipline Tours
Colorado's most thrilling zipline experience - soar 1,200 feet above the Royal Gorge canyon.
Royal Gorge Adventure Hub
The ultimate adventure hub - rafting, zipline, and lodging packages near Cañon City.
Whitewater Bar & Grill
Cañon City's premier dining experience - great food and drinks in a lively atmosphere.
Rooftop Social
Cañon City's rooftop bar and restaurant with stunning views - the perfect spot after a day of adventure.
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