Downtown Salida Travel Guide

Salida

Elevated View of Salida, Colorado
Elevated View of Salida, Colorado
#adaptivereuse in #Salida #colorado #historicpreservation #architecture According to the website about the facility:"The oldest part of the current building dates to 1887 and Salida’s first public lights were illuminated on December 7, 1887... The power plant was extended between 1909 & 1914 & again between 1929 & 1945... it was acquired by Public Service Company of Colorado in 1924. The Salida steam plant was operated only intermittently starting around 1931, reactivated in 1948, placed on standby in 1958, and retired in 1963, after which the structure was used for storage... until 1989 when the plant was converted into a theater." - salidasteamplant.com

Popular places to visit

Salida, Colorado is a Tourist Town on the Arkansas river popular for white water rafting

Riverside Park

Explore the great outdoors at Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Salida. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's art scene.

Riverside Park
Monarch Ski Area outside Salida in the Colorado Rocky Mountains

Monarch Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Salida with a visit to Monarch Ski Area. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Monarch Ski Area

SteamPlant Theater and Event Center

You can enjoy a show at SteamPlant Theater and Event Center on your trip to Salida. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

SteamPlant Theater and Event Center

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center

You can take time to visit Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center during your travels to Salida. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor Center

Art Matters Gallery & Studio

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Art Matters Gallery & Studio during your trip to Salida. In the area, take in the art scene and mountain views.

Art Matters Gallery & Studio

Wood's High Mountain Distillery

You can take time to visit Wood's High Mountain Distillery during your travels to Salida. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its art scene.

Wood's High Mountain Distillery

Top hotels in Downtown Salida

Manhattan Hotel Salida

Manhattan Hotel Salida

3.5 out of 5
228 N F St Salida CO
The price is 3.605.055 ₫ per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
3.605.055 ₫
4.111.464 ₫ total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and Netflix. Popular attractions F Street Bridge and Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Visitor ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
Clean room, great views of the river!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Manhattan Hotel Salida
Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort

3.5 out of 5
15870 County Road 162 Nathrop CO
Stay at this spa hotel in Nathrop. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews)
Stayed in the cliffside rooms, very clean large room with a deck & a beautiful view. These rooms are a little far from the pools & restaurant so not easily walkable but a quick drive.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort
Silver Ridge Lodge

Silver Ridge Lodge

2 out of 5
545 West Rainbow Blvd. Salida CO
Stay at this spa motel in Salida. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Very clean room. Very quiet/restive. LOVE the kitchenette! Love the accessory items such as ‘real’ coffee cups, recyclable bowls/plates and silverware packets. Love the windows/light. The bed was very comfortable. Can’t say enough how nice a stay this was.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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Gateway Inn And Suites

Gateway Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
1310 East US Hwy 50 Salida CO
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Salida. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Overall the room was clean but they definitely need to change the mattresses. Jeez it was the worst coming from skiing to a super hard bed.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Salida Inn & Monarch Suites

Salida Inn & Monarch Suites

2 out of 5
7310 West U.S. Highway 50 Salida CO
The price is 2.305.927 ₫ per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
2.305.927 ₫
2.675.200 ₫ total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Salida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Efficient, helpful and friendly staff. Clean room. Comfortable bed. We were only there for about 12 hours, just to sleep, so didn’t take advantage of any amenities. An excellent value for a clean, comfortable room.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Salida Inn & Monarch Suites
Loyal Duke Lodge

Loyal Duke Lodge

2.5 out of 5
525 W Rainbow Blvd, Highway 50 Salida CO
The price is 2.176.380 ₫ per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
2.176.380 ₫
2.532.131 ₫ total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Salida. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
Comfortable and clean. Staff was absent and TV didn’t work.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Loyal Duke Lodge
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