Redstone Inn

Redstone Inn: Historic Lodging in the Crystal River Valley

The Redstone Inn is a hotel located in the town of Redstone, Colorado, on the banks of the Crystal River and at the head of Redstone Village. Both the inn and the village are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building, constructed in 1902, combines Tudor Revival style architecture with Arts and Crafts style decor and furnishings.

Accommodations and Amenities

The inn offers eight unique room styles, from dormers to suites, no two alike. It has multiple dining options: a casual bar and grill, a traditional fine-dining restaurant, and room service. It also offers professional catering services for events.

Amenities include a pool, hot tub, pickleball court, and fitness center. Day passes are available for $25 per person (free for children under 3), granting access to these facilities from 9am to 4pm; no outside food or drink allowed.

History

Redstone was founded by John Cleveland Osgood, an early 20th-century entrepreneur who spearheaded a large-scale coal mining operation in the area. In 1892, the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company was born. The high-grade coking coal of the area and the beehive coking ovens in Redstone spurred the construction of the Crystal River Railroad. To improve the living conditions of the miners, Osgood built 84 Swiss chalet style homes to house miners with families and an elegant 20-room inn (now the Redstone Inn) for bachelor employees. Shortly after, the mining company was taken over in a stock dispute that led to the closing of the mines and coke ovens.

Events and Celebrations

The inn hosts events throughout the year. In July, the 4th of July offers free swimming from 2pm to 5pm and a special holiday menu (breakfast 8am-11am, lunch 11am-5:30pm, and dinner 5:30pm-8:30pm). At Easter, the Redstone Community Association organizes an Easter egg hunt in the park on March 30 at 11am, and the inn offers an Easter brunch on March 31 from 9:30am to 2pm in Red's Dining Room, reservations required. Thanksgiving features a dinner and the Grand Illumination on the Saturday after. Mother's Day offers a brunch on May 12 from 9:30am to 2pm, also by reservation. On Wednesday evenings from 2pm to 6pm, Local's Night is held, with free access to the pool, hot tub, and pickleball, and special food and beverage specials.

Packages and Stays

The inn offers several packages. The Dine & Unwind package includes one night's lodging, two dinner entrées, and a shared dessert, from $195, valid on Thursdays and Sundays from May through September. The Date Night package, from $310 Sunday to Thursday and $345 Friday and Saturday, includes one night's lodging in select rooms, a three-course dinner, and breakfast (weekends only) for two, not available on holidays. The Getaway package, from $490 Sunday to Thursday and $525 Friday and Saturday, includes two nights' lodging in select rooms, a four-course dinner, and breakfast (weekends only) for two, not available on holidays. Limited long-term stays are also offered during the off-season.

Surroundings and Activities

The Crystal River Valley offers numerous activities: cross-country skiing, hiking, hot springs, horseback riding, fly fishing, rock climbing, jeep tours, and shopping, among others. The inn has a concierge service with knowledge of the area and nearby Carbondale, Marble, Basalt, Paonia, and Aspen. The main access to Redstone is Colorado State Highway 133 (McClure Pass), reached via State Highway 82 from Aspen or from Interstate 70 from Denver. Flights into Denver International Airport (DEN) or Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) are recommended. The nearest Amtrak station is in Glenwood Springs.

The Redstone Fishing Preserve, associated with the inn, costs $125 per day ($85 for inn guests) and is catch-and-release only, fly fishing only, with a maximum of four rods on the river at a time.

Practical Information

The inn is open 365 days a year. Check-in is at 3pm and check-out at 11am. Breakfast is served daily for guests from 6:30am to 10:30am and includes quiche, fresh fruit, yogurt, homemade banana bread, granola bars, orange juice, and hot coffee, with a varying menu. The general manager is Sara Lewis and guest services is handled by Cherie Morton.

Location and Contact

82 Redstone Blvd, Redstone, CO 81623 · Phone: 970.963.2526