Style, intimacy and exceptional customer service are the things that separate a boutique hotel from your basic chain. Boutique hotels overlap in concept with bed and breakfasts, with both offering the attention and warmth that appeals to guests. Several hotels in La Veta, in Southern Colorado's Cuchara Valley, have much to offer guests who want individual treatment while staying in this artsy little town.
The quaint town of La Veta offers a thriving creative community and breathtaking mountain views. Visitors can experience the simplicity of small-town life along with the sophistication of art galleries, theater, dining, a fitness center, musical entertainment and shopping. Le Veta is also the home of The Ricky Tims Art Quilt Studio. There are plenty of recreational options as well, including hiking, fishing, mountain biking, camping, horseback riding and golfing. The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad operates the San Luis Express between La Veta and Alamosa daily, taking passengers around historic and scenic areas of Southern Colorado. The spectacular Great Sand Dunes National Park is just an hour away.
The 18 rooms of La Veta Inn have each been uniquely decorated by 18 talented and local artists. The inn prides itself on being a place of creativity and beauty. The food at the inn's restaurant is art-inspired with Executive Chef Alys Romer serving his delicious culinary creations. This fine-dining experience attracts guests from as far as Kansas, Dallas and Denver.
The Inn at the Spanish Peaks boasts southwestern architecture, creating another unique and warm environment to rest your head. The open beams, high ceilings and artwork are authentic to this Southern Colorado region. The three suites offer the intimacy and personal service that are a boutique hotel staple. Other special touches are The Private Library and The Guest Room with a see-through fireplace, huge open beams and a full wall of windows with views of the Spanish Peaks. The inn is blocks away from La Veta's thriving art community, including several art galleries. If you're interested in creating your own art, the La Veta School of the Arts provides art classes.
The décor is not contemporary, but the beautiful outside architecture and amenities are worth mentioning. The inviting theme of The Olive Tree is to bring the outside, inside. It achieves this with large beautifully tiled patios featuring hot tubs, fire pits and fantastic views of the Spanish Peaks and Sangre de Cristo mountains. This bed and breakfast is on the historical Highway of Legends close to Grandote Peaks Golf Course.
