Welcome to Cottonwood Hot Springs

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We would like to welcome you to our relaxing, comfortable Ole West style country inn. We are nestled in a high mountain natural ecosystem area of the majestic Collegiate Peaks Range. We are bordered by Cottonwood Creek and surrounded by the San Isabel National Forest.

Come soak in Colorado's purest, geothermal, gravity-fed mineral spas. Historically noted for
their medicinal and therapeutic value, the springs were used for centuries by the Ute Indians as a spiritual gathering retreat. Ever since, people
have come from all over the country to soak in the curative waters.

Because we are in the national forest, we are prohibited from changing the original historical structures of the lodge.

We are located 5-1/2 miles west
of the picturesque town 
of Buena Vista, Colorado. 

See our map for directions. 
We are open 365 days a year!

Our mission is to provide a peaceful and relaxing space for our guests to bring themselves into balance in body, mind, and spirit, and to provide them with a wide range of spa services.

For the respect and comfort of our guests, we allow
NO alcohol use on these premises. (It is a liability issue and causes stressful situations for the guests who came to relax). Understand if alcohol is present you will be required to leave and you will be given no refund.

Special Events
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This retreat revolves around the pure, gravity-fed, geothermal, natural hot springs, rock-lined soaking pools, cold plunge and sauna. Our accommodations include 3 rustic, creek side cabins with kitchenettes and natural-stone soaking pools, 1 cottage by the river with a full kitchen and private bathroom, 12 guest rooms (with a view of the mountains and Cottonwood Creek), a dormitory, and tentsites (no RV hookups).

We are an "adult oriented" facility which focuses on the healing aspects of our water, various therapies and soothing atmosphere.  

A wide range of recreational activities are available in the area, including nature walks, hiking, climbing, rock-hounding, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, canoeing, horseback riding, white water rafting, kayaking, golfing, fishing, hunting, and sight seeing. Click here for activities around Buena Vista.

Our Natural Hot Springs - Relax in our pure spring water.  We have five stone pools, a private jacuzzi tub, and each cabin has its own private stone soaking pools. You can purchase a day pass or if you stay as a guest you can enjoy soaking all night! 

Accommodations - We offer full sleeping accommodations, including rooms, cabins, and dorm style housing. Sorry, we now have a NO PET policy in our lodging rooms. 

Spa Services - Massage therapist are on staff daily to further enhance your stay.

Workshops & Retreats - We have a classroom and other facilities for your group or organization.  Please call to discuss how we may accomidate your group's special needs.

(Click here for information about our classes and workshops )

E-MAIL -  info@cottonwood-hot-springs.com

Read about the history of Cottonwood

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