Southwest Colorado Springs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo during your travels in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun
Find out about the history of Colorado Springs when you take a trip to Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
World Figure Skating Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at World Figure Skating Museum in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Colorado Springs. Discover the area's mountain views and sunrises.
Pikes Peak
Explore Pikes Peak, a popular spot to commune with nature in Cascade, and enjoy the mountain views. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
US Air Force Academy
Explore the campus of US Air Force Academy, a top university in USAF Academy. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Top hotels in Southwest Colorado Springs
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
Well kept up with friendly, helpful staff. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs South AP
Courteous staff. Decent room. There was sort of an issue with the water getting hot...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Broadmoor
Beautiful place great service
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs
Older property. Well maintained and clean. Food and room service wonderful. Indoor pool is great and fitness center is good.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Colorado Springs South
staff was very friendly, room was clean, bed was very comfortable, breakfast was good and good variety of items to chose from. Only problem I saw which did not affect our stay was one of the window curtains was ripped down the edge, should be replaced.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
The bed was good. The breakfast buffet was awesome. Also the indoor pool was clean and well taken care of.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Colorado Springs
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach and Bear Creek Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
Gold Hill Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Hill Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Norris Penrose Event Center and Pikes Peak Center.
Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown Colorado Springs is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pikes Peak Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum while you're in town.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Ghost Town Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Simpich Showcase Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
