Avenue Hotel Bed and Breakfast

All of the 5 star reviews are spot-​on, we absolutely loved this place! Gwen and Randy (and Ziggy & Zoe) were the perfect hosts, the room was clean and beautiful and the breakfasts were absolutely delicious. We loved the location too, lots of shops and restaurants within an easy walk. Can’t wait to come back!

Staying at this bed and breakfast honestly may be the reason we come back to CO. As our first B&B we did not know what to expect however were blown away by the entire staffs kindness and dedication to qualify. Room was perfect, happy we selected one with a bathroom as we are more private people, having that option was very nice. The location of the place alone is worth coming back for, not to mention the breakfast. Will definitely be returning in the future!

We can’t say enough good things about our experience. Wonderful warm welcome, beautiful room, comfy bed, beautiful view, exceptional breakfast. Gwenn was the perfect host. We look forward to staying here again.

Wonderfully warm & welcoming.
I cannot say enough good things about Gwen and the Avenue Bed and Breakfast. I brought my mom here for Mother’s Day weekend. Due to a last-​minute cancellation, Gwen upgraded our room at no extra charge. Snacks, hot tea, and chocolate chip cookies were always on hand. The room and bathroom was clean, comfortable and beautifully furnished. I got a long, hot bath in a claw foot tub. The onsite massages were wonderful too. The free wifi was a bit spotty at times, but that was probably due to the horrific hailstorms.
The B&B is just simply in the perfect location, right in the heart of Manitou Springs. You can walk to many tourist things, shopping, and restaurants.
Both breakfasts were amazing! Fresh fruit, sweets, eggs and sausage! Something for everyone. Even as an introvert I enjoyed meeting the other guests and chatting during the meal.
Their three pets are darlings. I highly recommend this place and plan to stay here again!

This is a great place to stay! After spending some time in Manitou Springs in Dec 2013, my husband and I stayed here and loved it so much that we went back a year later. The house was decorated beautifully and it’s just so comfy! We made use of the hot tub and absolutely loved the yummy breakfast. Not sure if we will make this a tradition but if so, I’m sure we’ll be back here for another visit.

The Avenue Bed and Breakfast was absolutely fantastic. A beautiful little Victorian house right at the end of the main street in downtown Manitou Springs. All the shops and restaurants were within a 30 second to 5 minute walk of the B&B. We stayed in the Ruxton Room, which was spacious, clean and cozy. We were greeted warmly by both the owners, and Zoe and Ziggy (the two dogs). The house was warm and cozy, and the breakfasts were unbelievable! The first morning we had to leave early for a tour, so we had the «continental» breakfast… it was homemade granola, fresh (and I mean FRESH) fruit and freshly baked muffins. The second morning we had warm fruit baked with some type of crumbly-​biscuity goodness and homemade coffee cake… and that was before the «actual» breakfast of eggnog french toast with syrup, whipped cream and sausage! The owners are very inviting, the house is beautifully maintained and when we return to Manitou Springs, we will absolutely stay here again. The hot tub was also a nice bonus! All the attractions were also so close by: Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Cave of the Winds, Old Colorado City. Even a drive into Colorado Springs took only about 10 – 15 minutes. And if you’re a teacher… keep an eye out for their teacher discounts! If you are going to Maintou Springs, this is a MUST!

Incredible place to stay!!! Owner Gwen was more than hospitable. Walking distance from all of manitou springs. Only problem I had was the 9,000 steps I had to do after a hard night of hitting the bars. That are within a block I might add. Haha. Can’t wait to go back!!!

When I saw all of the five star reviews I thought to myself how could this be true but right upon seeing the place I knew it was so. We stayed in the lovely carriage house which is a separate house from the main dwelling. I was not ready to stay in the main house but did like the opportunity to have the bed-​and-​breakfast feel in the downtown Springs area.
There is a hot tub which most places do not have. And you are within walking distance of all of the shops a great brewery and also the cog railway if you really wanted to walk it.
Stay here! I know will be back. !. ! .!

The rooms were spotless, breakfast delicious, the grounds up-​kept, groomed lawns and and beautiful flower beds. The innkeepers were nice, accommodating and sincerely happy to have us stay there over the weekend. We were a part of a big family reunion group and there was enough space for everyone. We planned ahead with Gwenn, owner/​innkeeper to ensure that everything we needed and wanted were things she could accommodate. Some of our party wanted to start the day early and she was able to provide yummy muffins, homemade granola, yogurt and fresh coffee. This was before the fabulous breakfast later that morning. The B&B sits up off the street so watching the town go by is very fun on the big front porch. It’s also a great location for anyone looking to be in town to do Pikes Peak, penny arcade, soda springs walking tour, shops and eateries throughout Manitou.

Awesome hotel… Gwen was great… breakfast especially the maple bacon were to die for. Stayed in the Canon room., really enjoyed the comfortable bed and coziness. Can’t wait to stay here again

Booked a room here with my boyfriend. Even though I only stayed one night, I have many pluses to list here:
The website is basic and easy to navigate. Great location, close to the Incline/Pike’s Peak and Garden of the Gods. Easy parking, though the lot was tricky to find. Super friendly staff. Immaculately clean rooms. Romantic atmosphere– and it felt like home. Delicious and fresh breakfast in a communal setting, met some interesting characters over coffee and breakfast. There’s a hot tub, though I didn’t have a chance to use it. There’s pets on the grounds, one cat and two dogs, which I think is always a good sign.
The cost is fair considering the setting and the service. Some possible minuses: it’s a historic house (read: old) with modern updates. Still, the pipes groan and moan. This in combination with the house having a limited number of rooms and therefore close proximity to others, made my sleep a little light. Also, some of the rooms don’t have bathrooms attached.
Overall, a great find. I will definitely go back as my travels bring me back to Colorado. Thank you, Avenue!

Unfortunately, our stay at Avenue Bed & Breakfast was cut short by the tragic Waldo Canyon fire. Manitou Springs residents were evacuated on the first night of our scheduled stay, at approximately 2:00 a.m.
In spite of the inconvenient hour of the evacuation, Gwenn and Randy were incredibly accommodating. Recognizing the logjam on the main street of Manitou Springs, and realizing the futility of waking us up to get in such a long line of traffic, Gwenn let us us sleep a little while longer. She woke us up in a very gentle manner, and they had coffee brewing before our departure. They even called several hotels in nearby Colorado Springs to ask that they hold a room for us.
In the brief time we got to interact with Gwenn and Randy, they were quite charming and pleasurable. It was obvious that they care a great deal about their property, and that they remain passionate about the bed & breakfast business.
We stayed in the Pike’s Peak room, which was lovely. Ample room, comfortable amenities, and surprising creature comforts (like a collection of DVD’s for guests’ viewing at their leisure) were in abundance.
We couldn’t be more adamant in recommending a stay here. It is, without a doubt, a welcoming, relaxing environment with exceptionally generous hosts.

We drove down to Manitou Saturday, March 24, 2012, for the day. It was so beautiful that we decided to see if the hotel/B&B still had a vacancy. Gwen answered the door and immediately we felt welcomed. She stated that she had a room and the Carriage house out back still available. We took the carriage house. What a great place to stay! It is furnished very nicely and is attached to a very nice patio and just far enough from the main house to be very private. We were greeted with fresh baked cookies. In the morning the breakfast was outstanding. I am a vegan. My guy mentioned this to Gwen, she was so gracious, she stated that had she known she would have made a few vegan cookies too! For breakfast she made me my own fresh baked muffin and fruit cup as well as the best oatmeal I have ever had. The other guests had french toast with sausage and a muffin along with a cup of fruit topped with a dollop of yogurt. Gwen not only catered to my diet but there was a gluten free guest who was served a tasty breakfast too.
I would highly recommend this B&B! I can’t wait to go back and try the in house massages.

This was first time visit to Manatou Springs, and it happened to be the annual Coffin races for Halloween weekend! The location of this B&B was great… lots of nearby shops and restaurants. All the rooms were full, but we didn’t hear anyone… felt like we had the place to ourselves. Meals and hospitality were amazing… they even offer massages, with a room set up just for privacy… one of the best massages that I have ever had. I will recommend this place to anyone travelling to the area… close to everything around Colorado Springs area, and just down the street from Pikes Peak.

Awesome!
I spent two nights at the Avenue B&B and I loved it!
Coffee was ready by 6:00am. There’s a beautiful front porch that you can enjoy sipping the coffee and smelling the fresh air. Tea and cookies were available in the afternoon and they were awesome as well!
The first breakfast was a crème brûlée french toast with strawberries, cinnamon muffin, sausages, and a fruit cup. This was the best breakfast I had during my week long vacation! :) We had to leave early to go rafting on our second morning, so we were provided with the best to go bag ever, muffins, yogurt, granola, and fresh sliced oranges!
The price was reasonable, location is great, the room was comfortable, the coffee was hot, and the inn keepers were wonderful! If I’m ever in the area again, I’d stay here in a heart beat!

The Inn Keepers have created a warm and wonderful environment. I can’t say enough good about our whole stay at Avenue Hotel B & B! From the award winning muffins to the homemade cookies in the afternoon… This is a very special place. The owners were so knowledgable of the surrounding area and gave perfect suggestions of where to hike and where to find the best beer tasting in town. We also loved being able to walk out the front door to wander about the town, no car needed!

My girlfriend and I usually frequent Manitou Springs several times a year for the cool shops, the penny arcade and the Hungarian goulash served at the European Café. This time, we wanted to stay a couple of nights to get a few more attractions in and to be able to see everything we wanted without running out of time.
I did a Google search and came up with a few different bed and breakfasts, but this particular site had some great photos of the rooms and was very reasonably priced.
We met our host Gwenn on arrival and she was not only very accommodating, but was also an excellent cook. As the other reviews have stated, there were muffins, cookies, quiches, fruit with yogurt, etc. Everything was very delicious.
I believe if you stayed in the B & B before last December, it’s had a huge change in décor, according to the photos I’ve seen and it’s a vast improvement.
The location couldn’t be better. You can find parking around the back and then downtown Manitou is literally right outside the front door. The Cog Railway to Pike’s Peak is down a few blocks past several antique shops, art and photo galleries, eateries, and other cool shops like the RetroMoto toy store and Dulcimer music shop. Gwenn had plenty of brochures right outside of our room and we came across an ad for a wolf sanctuary that was only about half an hour away from our location.
On a whim, we decided to visit and for a small donation of $ 10 per adult, we had an excellent time.
Being able to come back to a clean, well decorated room made our visit one of the best times we’ve had in Manitou Springs. We love this area, so we’ll definitely will be back and will definitely be staying here again.

While trying to find an anniversary event for my girlfriend and myself, I stumbled upon the Avenue B&B right here on Unilocal.I did a little research at their website and booked our stay, but I still felt like I was gambling a little.
Yet as soon as we arrived at the place, my trepidation went away. It felt warm and welcoming from the moment we stepped out of our car. The accessible exterior, elegant furnishings, smiling and friendly hosts… even the happy little Westland Terrier that greeted us… it seemed like we had just arrived at a family member’s house. Our room was top notch, with enough space and privacy for us to relax. The place felt like home to us.
Gwenn and Randy provided everything we needed. The arrival appetizer they concocted was excellent. I can’t say enough good things about the spinach balls or even how fresh and tasty the strawberries were. Our breakfast the next morning was delicious and it was a kick to visit with the other guests. The hosts can customize your stay with several options to meet your needs– including wine or massages treatments.
For location purposes, the Avenue Hotel can’t be beat. Several restaurants are just a few doors away. You can also hop down to the famous «Penny Arcade», then check out all the little boutique and souvenir shops along Manitou Springs’ main drag. It’s a much more intimate (and affordable) stay, when compared to a place like the famous Broadmoor.
For parking, I’d recommend driving past the place, then hanging a left at the next intersection. Hang another left and loop behind the place. Plenty of street parking is available back there. As a bonus, there’s less traffic, so you can take your time angling into your spot. The Hotel has a cozy backdoor entrance that works just as well as the front.
Simply put, it ‘s amazing that a place so personable, welcoming and enjoyable as the Avenue Hotel exists.

I highly recommend the Avenue B&B. It’s located right in the heart of DT Manitou Springs, has some of the best B&B rates in town, and the owners are super friendly.
The rooms are clean and spacious, the breakfast is filling (yogurt w/​granola & fruit, muffin, french toast and sausage, tea, and o.j.).
The new owners took over in Dec. I believe, renovated in January, and are now on their way with crisp and clean looking rooms and common spaces.
I was in town for business in CO Springs but decided to stay in Manitou instead bc I heard it was a cute town and bc the dt was very walkable. I was NOT disappointed! Tons of cute shops, restaurants, b&b’s, and of course the natural springs which I filled my water bottle up from. It’s carbonated!

I came down to Manitou Springs for a weekend jaunt with my girlfriend, and the Avenue Hotel Bed & Breakfast was a great choice. Ideally situated on Manitou’s main street, you have all the town at your feet.
Across the street is the Stagecoach Inn (
), which does a really good fried chicken (you might want to split an order with a friend). All along the road you’ll find cute shops, a yerba maté house run by a friendly religious tribe (I think they have coffee, too), and lots of spring fed fountains for drinking.
Do bring a cup or bottle as you walk around so you can sample the many springs. They’re all carbonated, some more than others, with subtly different flavors.
Anyway, breakfast at the Avenue Hotel was nice … not amazing, but definitely enjoyable. We got to meet the other guests staying at the time and hear a little about the surrounding area.
BTW, there’s a hot tub in the back, but they ask you finish up before 10pm. Some of the rooms have claw-​foot tubs, so you can still get a good soak in at any hour if you like.
We spent a little over $ 100/​night in the off season. The next comparable place would be the Blue Skies B & B, but they were twice as much. I hear good things about them, too, but the Avenue was perfect for us.