Frisco Inn on Galena has been a staple of Frisco since its opening in 1984. This cozy bed-and-breakfast-style inn provides visitors with authentic Rocky Mountain hospitality through family-owned service.
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TL;DR
- Historic Frisco, CO, inn offering scenic mountain views and outdoor recreation
- Family-owned hospitality with cozy, boutique accommodations
- Basecamp for hiking, biking, skiing, and area attractions like Lake Dillon
Overlooking the Gore Range and Tenmile Creek, the inn’s secluded location puts guests steps from Frisco’s outdoor adventures while remaining only a mile from the city’s historic downtown. The inn’s unique architecture mirrors the surrounding peaks, while the interior decor reflects Colorado’s mining history with rough-hewn woodwork and stone.
Frisco Inn guests choose from 15 welcoming guest rooms and suites, each appointed with plush beds, seating nooks, and views of the mountains, creek, or inn grounds. Modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, HDTVs, and Keurig coffee makers blend seamlessly with historical details. Guests wake up to fresh mountain air and a daily breakfast featuring hot entrees, pastries, fruits, juices, and Colorado’s famous Rocky Mountain roast coffee.
Experience Frisco’s Natural Wonders
Surrounded by the White River National Forest, Frisco Inn on Galena provides easy access to over 2.3 million acres of pristine wilderness, perfect for outdoor recreation. The inn maintains exclusive access to biking and hiking trails starting right from its back door. Guests can walk out to find miles of scenic paths following the Tenmile Creek and winding through pine forests, wildflower meadows, and mountain vistas.
Popular activities accessible from the inn include:
Hiking Trails
Choose from over a dozen trailheads within 10 minutes. Trek to alpine lakes, peaks, and waterfalls on paths like the Meadow Creek, Peaks, and Masontown trails. Guided hikes are available.
Mountain Biking
Ride singletrack downhill runs and bike parks at Summit County resorts like Copper Mountain, which is only 15 minutes away. The inn provides trail maps, bike rentals, and tune-ups.
Fishing
Cast for wild trout in the creek out back or arrange a guided fly fishing trip to nearby lakes and streams full of trout. Complimentary poles are available.
Wildlife Viewing
You can spot moose, elk, fox, and over 100 bird species on the property or nearby. Fall in brings spectacular golden aspens, while spring offers wildflowers and baby animals.
In winter, Frisco Inn is ideal for exploring Summit County’s world-class skiing and snowboarding at resorts like Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and more. All offer downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and winter activities. The inn can arrange discounted lift tickets, lessons, rentals, and shuttle transportation.
Frisco’s Historic Downtown and Local Flavor
Despite its remote mountain locale, Frisco Inn keeps guests connected to Frisco’s vibrant local community. Historic downtown Frisco and its local attractions are easily accessed along the inn’s scenic bike paths or the free Summit Stage bus system.
Frisco’s charming downtown district retains its old mining town roots, with restored buildings housing cafes, shops, museums, and bars. The town comes alive in summer with lively street fairs, concerts, and cultural events. Holidays bring sleigh rides, skijoring competitions, and snow sculptures.
Guests can embrace Frisco’s pioneering past at the Frisco Historic Park and Museum, displaying over 5,000 artifacts from Frisco’s days as a booming mining camp. Next door is the Frisco Adventure Park with go-karts, mini golf, batting cages, gemstone panning, and more family fun.
Foodies indulge at local restaurants, bakeries, and coffee houses serving Colorado cuisine. Nearby breweries like Outer Range Brewing offer craft beers, tours, and tastings in a mountain chalet tap room. Also downtown is Next Page Books and Nosh, voted Colorado’s Best Bookstore, stacking over 35,000 books across two floors.
Luxury Rooms and Resort Amenities
Despite its historic facade and cozy size, the inn provides amenities rivaling larger luxury mountain resorts. Frisco Inn guests can pamper themselves at the on-site Mount Royal Spa, which offers massages, facials, and body treatments. The inn’s outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, and dry cedar sauna relax sore muscles after mountain adventures.
For dining, the inn’s Creekside Restaurant provides a full breakfast daily, afternoon tea, and creative dinners Thursday through Monday nights. Menus feature locally sourced ingredients, wines, and craft beers, often incorporating herbs and vegetables from the inn’s own garden.
Accommodations exude rustic luxury with rooms outfitted in natural stone, hardwoods, and ornate ironwork. Boutique room amenities include nightly turndown, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and jetted tubs in select rooms. Families or groups can choose from one to three-bedroom suites with full kitchens and living areas.
Other amenities include free parking on site, piano performances in the dining area during happy hour, a cafe and coffee shop, and an outdoor hot tub on the patio with mountain views.
This great location is convenient to downtown Main Street, Lake Dillon, and the Frisco Marina.
Adventures for All Group Sizes and Interests
Frisco Inn offers activities for all interests and group sizes, from couples weekends to family reunions. Family-friendly amenities include game rooms, kids’ play areas, and movie nights. Adults enjoy the heated outdoor pool, hot tubs, spa services, and Creekside lounge, which features hand-crafted cocktails and small plates.
Groups gather over the inn’s award-winning breakfast or afternoon tea in the fireside library, which serves house-made sweets. Holidays like Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day feature special meals and packages.
The inn’s concierge service helps tailor any stay by arranging discounted tickets to area attractions like the Breckenridge Ski Resort, Rocky Mountain National Park, casinos, dining, galleries, and more. Nearby activities also include:
Romantic Getaways
Book couple’s massages at the spa, private dinner, or wine tasting. Retreat to adult-only lounges.
Family Vacations
Explore kid-friendly activities like gold panning, mini-golf, go-karts, and Frisco Adventure Park. Enjoy milk and cookies before bed.
Group Events
There are multi-bedroom suites for reunions and retreats. Meeting rooms are available for events. Group dining, spa services, and team-building activities are offered.
Scenic Train Rides
Ride the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad and California Zephyr trains departing nearby. Inn packages are available.
Seasonal Festivals
Frisco events like Cinco De Mayo, BBQ Challenge, concerts, and Wassail Days holiday festival.
Frisco Inn FAQ
What sets Frisco Inn apart from other Colorado mountain resorts?
Frisco Inn stands out through its historic inn charm combined with boutique luxury amenities and service. The family-owned inn offers an authentic Colorado mountain town experience unavailable at larger resorts.
What is there to do at the Frisco Inn?
Guests can hike/bike on private trails, enjoy spa services, a heated outdoor pool, lounge with cocktails, dine at the award-winning restaurant, and more. The inn also offers easy access to Frisco’s attractions.
What types of rooms and rates are available?
Frisco Inn features 15 rooms and suites, from standard queens to multi-bedroom suites. Rates range from $209-$499/night, depending on dates and room type. Discounted packages are available.
What is the best time of year to visit?
Each season offers its own charm – summer wildflowers, fall colors, winter snow, and spring skiing. Summer and fall typically have the best rates and accessibility. Book early for peak winter and summer dates.
What health/safety precautions has the inn taken?
Frisco Inn follows all state and local public health protocols, including enhanced cleaning procedures using hospital-grade disinfectants, hand sanitizer stations, contactless check-in/payments, and social distancing guidelines.
