Updated: April 8, 2025

Make These 5 Hotel Hangs Your New Favorite Spot

Be our guest – even if you’re not staying the night.

Enjoy the delicious bites, great cocktails and ambiance at these top hotel hangs that are open to the public.

1. The Aviator – Hotel Polaris

The Aviator bar at Hotel Polaris

This swanky bar at the rooftop of Hotel Polaris features sweeping mountain views, craft cocktails and shareable plates. The Aviator honors the distinguished 1964 U.S. Air Force Academy class that produced successful Rhodes scholars, four-star generals and astronauts. Small plates include sushi rolls, bao buns, tuna nachos and more.

Perfect for: Date night, after-work drinks with colleagues

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2. Blk Mgk – The Mining Exchange Hotel

Blk Mgk coffee shop at The Mining Exchange Hotel

When you enter the lobby of The Mining Exchange Hotel, you'll find this craft coffee bar complete with unique tonics, remedies and potions – plus great seating options to relax and chill for a while. Blk Mgk brews locally roasted beans from Hold Fast Coffee Co and serves fresh pastries, hot breakfast and light lunch fare daily.

Perfect for: Morning coffee run, remote work spot, business meeting

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3. Home Café + Bar – Kinship Landing

Homa Café + Bar at Kinship Landing

At this bright and warm all-day café at Kinship Landing boutique hotel, you can expect a healthy, hearty and locally sourced menu. Favorites include hearty grain bowls, sandwiches with homemade bread and their signature Homa handpies. At the bar, there is a full selection of cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine.

Perfect for: A tasty lunch break with friends, happy hour, Sunday brunch

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4. Grand View Restaurant – Garden of the Gods Resort

Grand View Restaurant at Garden of the Gods Resort

A contemporary, eclectic restaurant experience, Grand View Restaurant offers a stunning scenic overlook courtesy of Garden of the Gods Resort. Browse menus for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, drinks and dry bar options, plus a kids' menu to accommodate the whole family.

Perfect for: Impressing friends/family in town for lunch or dinner, elevated happy hour spot

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5. Summit – The Broadmoor

Summit at The Broadmoor

A Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Restaurant at The Broadmoor, Summit features refined and elegant American cuisine. Check out the classic dinner menu, or one of the special occasion menus such as for Easter, Mother's Day and other upcoming holidays.

Perfect for: Special occasion dinners, date night

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