Cheyenne Mountain Resort, A Dolce by Wyndham

This upscale, wood beam-and-stone resort in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains is 9.8 miles from Colorado Springs Airport and 32.3 miles from Pikes Peak. The rustic-chic rooms have free Wi-Fi, plus coffeemakers, iPod docks and minifridges. Upgraded rooms have private balconies, pull-out sofas or whirlpool tubs. Suites include separate living rooms and wet bars. The resort has a private lake for water sports and a sand beach, plus 5 pools (including a kids' pool). There are also tennis courts and a fitness center, plus an 18-hole golf course and a spa (fees). Other amenities include a restaurant and lounge, a cafe and event space.