The small town of Dillon in Colorado is one of three towns that border Lake Dillon. The lake was created as a reservoir for Denver and is a point of local interest, attracting many visitors each year for activities, such as fishing and snowmobiling as well as sailing from the marina. Hotels and motels are plentiful in the area for either full vacations or short breaks, with accommodation ranging from single rooms to full suites.
Best Western Ptarmigan Lodge has a Jacuzzi and sauna room, and offers gourmet dining in the restaurant and queen and king size beds in the suites. Located on the western slopes of the Rocky Mountain, and with views across Lake Dillon, hotel room rates start at $75.99 in 2010 for a room with two double beds. Pets are allowed in some rooms at a charge of $15 per pet, per stay.
Best Western Ptarmigan Lodge
652 Lake Dillon Dr.
Dillon CO 80435
970-468-2341
ptarmiganlodge.com
Comfort Suites Summit County hotel is an ideal vacation base from which to explore this Rocky Mountain region. Activities in Dillon include horseback riding, snow boarding, hunting and fishing as well as shopping in the nearby factory outlets. Facilities at the hotel include free Internet access, a continental breakfast that included hot waffles and free daily newspapers. There is also a heated indoor swimming pool and exercise room, and some of the suites feature whirlpool bathtubs. Hotel room rates start at around $76 for those with Choice Privileges membership.
Comfort Suites Summit County
276 Dillon Ridge Rd.
Dillon, CO 80435
970 513-0300
comfortsuites.com
This Super 8 motel is within walking distance of 100 factory outlet stores. Local attractions include Lake Dillon and Keystone Mountain. The motel facilities include a complimentary continental breakfast, free fruit and beverages, free parking including for RV vehicles and trucks and there are ski lockers available in the lobby. All rooms have a microwave and refrigerator and start at a rate of approximately $65 for a room with one queen size bed. Pets are allowed at a charge of $15 per stay.
Super 8
808 Little Beaver Trail
I-70 at Exit 205
Dillon, CO 80435-0829
970-468-8888
super8.com
