Meet and Greet: The Best Colorado Conference and Convention Centers

Congratulations! Last year’s conference was a smash! In fact, you’re still blushing about the guests’ gushing over the event. So why not do the exact same thing this year? If something’s not broke, why fix it, right? Wrong. Simply replicating what you did last year doesn’t ensure success this year. Time, styles, trends … they all change. You should too. So, why not start with the venue? Pull back the curtain and get mp’s insider perspective on best conference and convention centers for your next Colorado event.

Why it’s one of the best:  Nestled among the picturesque mountains, streams, and canyons of Colorado Springs, The Broadmoor has been a Colorado favorite since it first opened in 1918. Guests at the award-winning resort enjoy luxury accommodations, spa services, five-star restaurants, championship golf, tennis, swimming, and 185,000 square feet of opulent meeting space.

How it’s unique:  The Broadmoor embraces many green initiatives in the operation of the resort including state-of-the-art energy management, golf courses that are certified Audubon Sanctuaries, water conservation, waste and recycling programs, and more.

Why it’s one of the best:  This world-class conference facility combines natural beauty in a mountain setting with year-round service and activities galore. Events take place in a range of distinctive meeting spaces including the villages, Copper Conference Center, Copper Pavilion and Copper Station to name just a few. Onsite banquet and catering make for a memorable event.

How it’s unique:  The resort’s downloadable Sherpa App provides an on-mountain audio guide featuring tips, tracking, mapping, and stats.

Why it’s one of the best:  Conveniently located within The Ranch, home of the Budweiser Events Center, Embassy Suites Loveland is the ideal destination for your Loveland event. The property boasts 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space, a popular restaurant, indoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour fitness center, a luxurious spa, plus a complimentary Evening Reception for guests to enjoy.

How it’s unique:   Discover easy access to popular attractions, including Rocky Mountain National Park, the Promenade Shops at Centerra, and the Outlets at Loveland.

Why it’s one of the best:  Comfortable, spacious, and elegant, the 60,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space, A/V capabilities, full-service business center, and continuous food and beverage service at Hilton Denver Inverness provides an inspirational and motivational environment for your guests.

How it’s unique:  Luxurious “Club Floor” accommodations for groups include the Mountain View lounge, enhanced room amenities such as plush robes, oversized bath towels, and complimentary morning newspaper, along with a private concierge for excursion planning.

Why it’s one of the best:  Surrounded by the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, the Keystone Resort and Conference Center is the largest meeting venue in the area with gorgeous space that can accommodate up to 2000 guests.  Their 1200 lodging units span across three neighborhoods, and are each a short walk or shuttle ride from the conference center.

How it’s unique:  The Alpenglow Stube is the highest AAA Four-Diamond dining experience in North America, with breathtaking views and gourmet dining aboard two gondolas traveling to the top of the North Peak at 11,444 feet.

Why it’s one of the best:  A vibrant, collegiate setting promotes learning and interaction at any one of the university’s many meeting and event spaces that can accommodate as many as 1000 guests. On-site catering, A/V services, and overnight accommodations make this picturesque campus the ideal place to meet.

How it’s unique:  Rich with beauty and tradition, the University of Denver campus features stunning architecture and an amazing history dating back to the 1800s, all set against a backdrop of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains.