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
The resort is beautiful we were a little disappointed the snack shop by the pool wasn’t open on Monday nor was the gates grill! The spa was booked for the day! The staff was very pleasant!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs
The pool was under maintenance. I think a poorly timed event with so many spring break trips at this time. I was also very disappointed with the breakfast. It was a continental breakfast that should be included with the stay, but cost us $60 for a family of 4 with two kids eating cereal for ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Broadmoor
The spa was relaxing, the amenities were ok.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs South AP
Room was dirty, night staff was rude, someone was screaming all night long l. Would not stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs South
Easy parking, friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Colorado Springs South
Very clean and the staff is friendly. Pool is clean and so is the gym. Rooms are spacious
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
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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 Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Middle Shooks Run
Though Middle Shooks Run may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Ed Robson Arena.
