Hotel Columbia

This upscale redbrick hotel is a minute's walk from the free gondola to the Telluride Ski Resort and 3 miles from Bridal Veil Falls.

The polished rooms with mountain or river views have bathrooms with walk-in showers and heated floors, as well as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as coffeemakers and minibars. Suites add kitchenettes, and some have fireplaces, and balconies with hot tubs. Penthouse suites add full kitchens, pull-out sofas and multiple balconies and fireplaces.

Free perks include parking, hot breakfast and afternoon drinks. There's also a warm restaurant and bar, plus an elegant lounge with a fireplace.