Limelight Boulder

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with bars, near University of Colorado Boulder

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Rooftop terrace
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1295 University Ave, Boulder, CO, 81611
  • Place, Downtown Boulder Historic District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pearl Street Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Folsom Field
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Flatiron Bunk)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Alumni)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Accessible (Alumni)

  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Flatiron)

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Flatiron)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite (Boulder)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Aspen)

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Aspen)

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Limelight)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 970 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Limelight)

  • 970 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Campus)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Campus)

  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Boulder

Limelight Boulder places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Folsom Field and Pearl Street Mall. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 252 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Boulder Creek - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Downtown Boulder Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pearl Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Folsom Field - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boulder Theater - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northglenn & 112th Station - 28 min drive
  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sink - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gaia Masala Burger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loving Cup - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mister Oso Boulder - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Limelight Boulder

Family-friendly hotel with bars, near University of Colorado Boulder
Built in 2025, the brand new Limelight Boulder offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a rooftop terrace. Parking is available for USD 20 per night (USD 40 per night for valet parking), and there's also a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 65-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include minibars, espresso makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (15,000 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2025
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 22.54 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Limelight Boulder?

This hotel is located in Boulder, a short 10-minute walk from Folsom Field and also 13 minutes on foot from Pearl Street Mall. You'll also find Fox Theater and Downtown Boulder Historic District less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Limelight Boulder?

As of Feb 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Limelight Boulder on Mar 15, 2026 start from $189.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Limelight Boulder?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 40 per night with in/out privileges. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Limelight Boulder feature a casino at the property?

No, Limelight Boulder doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Limelight Boulder?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Limelight Boulder good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, 2 bars, and a restaurant.

Does Limelight Boulder have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Limelight Boulder have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Limelight Boulder serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Limelight Boulder allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Limelight Boulder for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Limelight Boulder?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Limelight Boulder?

The closest major airport to Limelight Boulder is Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), which is 13 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Limelight Boulder?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Limelight Boulder.

Limelight Boulder Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fabulous stay. The view from the hotel room and 2nd floor is breathtaking, room decor fun and the location couldn't be better to visit the University. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne, Gloucester

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel. Size of one of the bigger chains, but boutique feel, modern and as a fall 2025, brand new. Very convenient to university.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, bright spacious room. Lovely front desk and bellmen staff. Pet friendly! Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAvid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Great service. Rooms very comfortable and well appointed. Valet/shuttle service was prompt and courteous. Would definitely stay here again next time in boulder.
View from room of pool and deck
View from room of mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel near university and downtown. Brand new so everything nice and new. Great service other than terrible service at bar when busy with bartenders miserable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really liked the location and parking at Limelight Boulder. We liked the health club and loved the pool and jacuzzi. Two things were terrible. The restaurant had food which was terrible. Everything was cold and it all tasted as if it was heated up. We really wanted to leave and send the food back but the waiter was no where to be found. Lastly, the rooms were comfortable but the shower was terrible. The shower head had the pressure of a gallon milk jug with holes and you couldn’t even stand under the water because the bath nozzle stuck way out in the tub. The desk claimed they were working to correct the issue.
Nice clean room with great views
View from our room was impressive
Terrible food and service at the restaurant. Would never, ever eat there again
Absolutely no pressure in the shower. Can’t get under the water because the tub faucet sticks out. Also, a poorly designed shower which doesn’t keep water from flower all over the bathroom. We used all the towels to dry the floors.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcy

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was one of the best hotels that i have ever stayed in. Everything, from the lobby, elevators, hallways, and room were spotless. Every single employee was friendly and attentive. I have worked in the hospitality industry for the past 20 yrs and have traveled a ton. Limelight is in the heart of campus, and during homecoming weekend they were slammed. The level of service that they provided was outstanding from check in to check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lots of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location and is really nicely designed. The game day entertainment was fantastic. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is great for visiting Boulder student, staff were all very friendly, parking was easy and everything was new and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at the new Limelight Boulder hotel!!! My new go to place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel; friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie Stefanelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it here

The service is excellent. From the front desk to the restaurant and their concierge service. All wonderful and amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025