Gold Hill Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gold Hill Mesa
Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Experience the rugged cliffs, grassy plains and intriguing red rock formations that have earned this park a reputation for resembling the Wild West.
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
Glen Eyrie Castle
Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
Our pick of the best Gold Hill Mesa Hotel Deals
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Our room was clean and comfy. Late evening and overnight staff however.... was less than desirable. Asked for a blanket at 9:45 pm at the desk. Sent back to room and was told someone would bring me one..... called every 20 min after that until 11:20pm and was told ya he'll come bring you one. At ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Amazing service beyond breathtaking views very accommodating staff
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
The room was spotless and staff was professional and welcoming. Great stay. I was not happy with the $40 a day resort fee.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Room was clean. Breakfast offered was bagels, boiled eggs, cereal, oatmeal and yogurt. Good for on the go mornings. Up to date rooms, tv had access to streaming services
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Receptionist was fabulous.....kind, knowledgeable and efficient. Room was very nice, very clean and quite comfortable. The hotel itself was quiet, orderly and really had no issues. Price was right, too. Breakfast was kinda sparse, but i didn't expect the red carpet treatment, but people were eating ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Mining Exchange
Great staff
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gold Hill Mesa
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.
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.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and North Cheyenne Cañon Park are top sights worth seeing.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Pikes Peak Center are top sights worth seeing.
