Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Home Base for Adventure in Salida, Colorado
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gateway Inn & Suites has been welcoming travelers since 1989 with comfortable accommodations and unparalleled access to Colorado's natural wonders. Our property offers 140 modern rooms featuring full kitchens, high-speed internet, and premium amenities across multiple suite configurations. Surrounded by three mountain ranges and fourteen 14,000-foot peaks, we serve as the perfect basecamp for year-round outdoor adventures including whitewater rafting, skiing, and ziplining. Our dedicated staff ensures every guest enjoys a clean, pet-free environment with 24/7 internet access, daily continental breakfast, and exclusive discounts to local attractions like Mount Princeton Hot Springs.With meeting facilities accommodating up to 140 guests, we combine business-ready infrastructure with recreational amenities including a fitness center, hot tub, and game room. Our strategic location in Salida's historic downtown district provides easy access to cultural experiences, fine dining, and Colorado's largest historic shopping district.
Services
Hotel Rooms
Continental Breakfast
Meeting Facilities
Fitness Center
Hot Tub Access
High-Speed Internet
Event Planning
Kitchen Suites
Pet-Free Policy
Local Discounts
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer direct access to Colorado's best outdoor recreation
- Our pet-free policy ensures clean, allergen-free accommodations
- 24/7 high-speed internet for business and entertainment needs
- Exclusive discounts to local attractions and ski resorts
- Spacious suites with full kitchens for extended stays
What people say
Amazing location
Clean facilities
Helpful staff
Great value
Perfect basecamp
Services
Hotel Rooms
Our 140 modern rooms feature multiple bed configurations including queen, king, and bunk arrangements. All units include cable TV, high-speed internet, coffee makers, refrigerators, and microwaves. Select suites offer full kitchens, whirlpool tubs, and custom log furniture for enhanced comfort during short or extended stays.
Meeting Facilities
Host events for up to 140 guests in our banquet hall featuring a commercial kitchen, dance floor with sound system, and large-screen TV. Ideal for conferences, weddings, or corporate retreats with business-grade internet connectivity and seating arrangements tailored to your needs.
Continental Breakfast
Start your day with our daily continental breakfast served weekdays from 6:00-9:30 AM and weekends from 6:30-9:30 AM. Enjoy a selection of pastries, fruits, cereals, and hot beverages in our dining area overlooking the historic Salida downtown district.
Fitness Center
Maintain your fitness routine in our 24/7 accessible fitness center equipped with modern exercise machines and free weights. The facility also includes a game room with darts and recreational equipment available for guest use during operating hours.
Hot Tub Access
Unwind in our outdoor hot tub available daily from 4:00-10:00 PM. Located near the designated smoking patio, this amenity offers mountain views and therapeutic soaking after a day exploring Colorado's trails, rivers, and ski slopes.
Questions
Does Salida Gateway Inn allow pets in rooms?
We maintain a strict pet-free policy in all guest rooms to accommodate allergy-sensitive guests. Service animals are welcome with proper documentation.
What outdoor activities are accessible from the hotel?
Our location provides immediate access to whitewater rafting, skiing at Monarch Mountain, ziplining at Captain Zipline, and hot springs visits to Mount Princeton Resort.
Are kitchen facilities available in all rooms?
All rooms include coffee makers and microwaves. Full kitchens with refrigerators and dining areas are available in Family Suites, Efficiency Suites, and Apartment units.
What are the hotel's smoking policies?
Smoking is only permitted in the designated outdoor patio area near the hot tub. Smoking inside rooms incurs a minimum $250 cleaning fee.
Does the hotel offer event planning services?
Our banquet facility accommodates up to 140 guests with rental equipment and business internet. Staff can assist with basic event coordination but do not provide full planning services.
What internet speeds are available?
We provide 1 Gigabyte high-speed internet access in all rooms, meeting spaces, and common areas with login credentials provided at check-in.
