lovebug

We're planning a car trip to Breckenridge in a few weeks and would like input on lodging there. We've been to Breckenridge twice before, but it's been over 5 yrs since either visit. The last time we stayed in a condo at the Corral which was very nice, but a bit out of the way for walking to restaurants/shops. This time, we'd like to be closer to Main Street, Riverwalk Center, or Blue River Plaza.

Our list of requirements includes:
-Non-smoking
-Clean condo-like lodging (sitting area, kitchen or kitchenette)
-1 qn or kg bedroom (studio would be ok if the price was right)
-At least 1 full bath (shower & tub)
-Updated furnishings
-Under $140 per night (excluding tax)
-Ceiling fan or window in bedroom would be a plus
-Somewhat quiet location

For reference, some of the hotels we like to stay in are Sheraton, Hilton Garden Inns, Hyatt Place, Staybridge Suites.

I've done quite a bit of research and found the following as possibilities:
Main Street Station
Park Avenue Lofts
River Mountain Lodge
Marriott's Mountain Valley Lodge

Do you think an of these would be a good choice and if so, which would meet our requirements best? Are there others we should consider instead?

Thanks very much for any suggestions or tips you can provide.

lovebug

One other thing...what's the best way to get the lowest price for these places? Is it better to book online, by phone? Are there coupons available somewhere? Are the big travel sites (Travelocity, Orbitz) better or would sites specific to Breckenridge be a better bet?

irishswampyankee

If you want a condo, you could try vrbo or similar sites. You can often bargain with the owners. Have stayed at the Marriott you mentioned and it is lovely and conveniently located although I believe it might be a bit above the price you want. We had a 1 bdrm/2 bth unit, non smoking with full kitchen and parking garage under. Can't remember but think pkng might be additional cost.

lovebug

Thanks for the helpful info, irishswampyankee. I was not familiar with vrbo and have now done quite a bit of research there. Plan to contact a few owners in the next week or so to see if they have any lat Summer specials or are willing to bargain. Right now, Main St. Station looks like a winner if I can negotiate a good price.

I can always use the Marriott as a back-up. They have a studio qn w/ balcony for our dates running $139.

Wish me luck!

P.S. I'm still intersted in input if others have more to add.

Thanks!

breckgal

Park Avenue Lofts is just about across the street from the Riverwalk area so good location. River Mtn Lodge is half a block away from the Riverwalk but it is an older building so inquire carefully about how upgraded the unit will be. I have been in 2 of them and one had a nicely remodeled kitchen but the furniture was basic and old.

Main Street Station is the newest of all and very well furnished and upgraded. It is located close to some shops and restaurants and a farmers market takes place on Sundays right there in the plaza area. It is on the corner of Park and Main St a few blocks south of the Riverwalk plaza area but closer than the Corral. I have heard reports that some of the rooms that face Rt 9 are noisy due to bars open late across the street. The Marriott is a great location for winter time visits if you are a skier, but it is in the same general area as the Corral and a bit removed. The nearby Village Plaza is under going an entire facelift and there may be construction noise at both the Marriott and Main Street Station so ask about that.

jmadams8153

Main Street Station is the way to go. It sounds like the perfect fit for you. As long as you stay for a least 3 nights we are in your price range. Check out this link. Thanks, John.

http://www.resortquestbreckenridge.com/

nlg

We stayed at the Valdoro-we had a two bedroom, two bath and it was very nice and we could walk to town and they also had a shuttle you could take if you don't won't to walk.

SummitRentals

Don't want to solicit you, but I couldn't help noticing your post. We have LOTS of one bedroom condos that fit your criteria. We are a property management locally owned and operated in Breckenridge. I'd be more than happy to put a couple of properties together for you to just take a look at if you are interested. You can take a look at our website www.SummitRentals.com or give us a call with any questions! 800-383-7382.

For a quiet stay I would reccommend staying at these properties: Lodge at Highlands, Ski Hill Condo, Asgard Haus, Columbine (somewhere close enough to enjoy Breckenridge, but perhaps not right in the middle of town). There is major construction going on in the Village area so I'd just be careful not to stay near that area to avoid construction noise.

I hope you enjoy Breckenridge!

lovebug

It was my understanding that solicitations were not welcome in the Forum. Can I get objective feedback if it is coming from someone who has a vested interest?

Ok, for those who don't have a vested interest, but do have Breckenridge experience, I'm down to these options:

Park Avenue Lofts
Pine Ridge Condos
Main St Station

Considering my initial post on this topic with our lodging requirements, what order would you rate these three places? BTW, I know less about Pine Ridge Condos than the other two.

Thanks in advance for any insight that can be provided.

breckgal

I have not been inside a Pine Ridge Condo. Look very nice from exterior and they are only 1 block up from the intersection of Four O'Clock Rd and Park Ave. The east side of this intersection is the parking lot of the Riverwalk Center, so that puts you close to the center of town. You might also check reviews on Trip Advisor for any of your choices.

lovebug

Thanks, Breckgal. Appreciate your helpful info.

BobbyMom

I would certainly look at Pine Ridge - they usually have great specials and EXCELLENT trip advisor reviews. The condos are individually owned but they have ratings (silver, gold, platinum) so if you want something super nice you can get for a little extra. I usually go in the winter but it's very convenient to Main St. Hope this helps!

lovebug

Thanks BobbyMom. I'll check out Pine Ridge to see if they have availability for a condo that would suit us for our dates.

Can't wait to take in some mountain fresh air!

jimcolorado

Probably too late to be of much help, but 4 of us stayed the first of August at the Pine Ridge. Have stayed previously at the Beaver Run until we got sick of the parking situation. The Pine Ridge was great. We had two queens, 1 and 3/4 baths, full kitchen and living room and a loft with 3 twins bunk beds and one queen. A block and a half from Main Street. To me the plus was that we parked right outside the condo and not is some distant garage. Never stay at the Beaver Run again.