Updated: November 10, 2025

Make These 7 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. Lumen8 Rooftop Social – Springhill Suites

Lumen8 at Springhill Suites

This hip rooftop restaurant in the New South End of Downtown Colorado Springs is located on the top floor of Springhill Suites. Lumen8 is a great spot for dinner and drinks with stunning skyline views!

Perfect for: Happy hour, brunch, pregaming before a Switchbacks game

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6. Summit – The Broadmoor

Summit at The Broadmoor

7. RYZE Rooftop Lounge – Hilton Garden Inn

Perched atop the Hilton Garden Inn, this sophisticated rooftop bar one of the newest spots in the Downtown area. Enjoy craft cocktails, delicious bites and epic views at this chic lounge.

Perfect for: Date night, Downtown night out

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