Glen Eyrie

How does one sum up an experience of the beautiful Glen Eyrie? Our visit to Glen Eyrie Castle in Colorado Springs was truly one-of-a-kind. My mom, aunt, and I spent a few days totally immersed in the peaceful beauty and history of this remarkable property, and while our stay wasn't without a few drawbacks, it was overall a memorable experience.One of the highlights was the afternoon tea we enjoyed at the castle. (See my review under Glen Eyrie Castle Tea). We also took part in the guided tour of the castle grounds, which was both informative and breathtaking. Learning about the castle's rich history while exploring its stunning architecture and beautiful surroundings was a treat.We stayed at the Elk Horn Lodge, located just a short walk from the castle. Our rooms were comfortable and well-equipped with two queen beds, a dresser, and an armoire. The open bath was supplied with fresh soap, shampoo, and crisp linens. While there was a shared kitchenette in the basement, it was a bit disappointing that the coffee service was only available to conference attendees--something we would have appreciated as regular guests.It's worth noting that there are no televisions in the rooms, but honestly, we didn't miss it. With so much to explore--trails winding through the property, a serene rose garden, and ample green spaces to observe elk, deer, and even turkeys--screen time was the furthest thing from our minds.However, our stay wasn't entirely relaxing. A conference was happening during our visit, and the energy of the attendees spilled into the common areas, with loud conversations echoing in the halls. The walls of the Elk Horn Lodge were somewhat thin, so we could hear our restless neighbors at night, which disrupted the peace we had hoped for.Another consideration is the cost of staying in the castle itself, which can be a bit pricey. The Elk Horn Lodge offers a more budget-friendly option without sacrificing the proximity to the property's highlights.Overall, Glen Eyrie Castle offers a unique experience steeped in history and natural beauty. It is a great choice for those seeking a peaceful (or romantic) getaway but is also an ideal destination for history buffs, nature lovers, and anyone looking for an inspirational retreat with a touch of enchantment.

My partner and I stayed here for his birthday in May and it was an amazing trip. The grounds are beautiful, as is the castle itself. We stayed in the castle, in room 207 which was Elsie Palmer's room. It had a balcony that was fully enclosed with windows you could open, which was lovely for reading and enjoying a cup of tea on in the morning. There was a thunderstorm our first night which really made the vibes immaculate. They also left sparkling cider and some desserts for us for when we checked in since we got the celebration package. The room had decent WiFi and good air flow when we had the windows open, which was crucial for the hot May days. The bathroom was nice, water was hot, shower water pressure was decent. The bed was pretty normal, it did squeak a bit but it looked pretty old. The breakfast was delicious and I found myself going back for seconds both mornings we were there. The grounds themselves are gorgeous and peaceful. We never had a single issue with noise while we were there, day or night. We were free to roam the grounds and leave and come back in the car whenever we wanted. We saw wild turkeys wandering the grounds and enjoyed some treats from the bookstore cafe. We topped off the trip with a booking in the tea room, where we had a delicious meal and wonderful tea. All in all this trip was a dream. It was an expensive dream, but it was absolutely worth it and I would definitely do it again.

The tour in itself gets a rave review from me because of the views alone. A castle during winter? For sure was giving even better than Frozen vibes. I did feel a little bad for the older gentleman that was our guide because we had such a large group that wanted to walk up to the castle and it looked like it might've been a strenuous walk in the cold with his cane. I may have overlooked it in an email but I didn't know they expect that you came in your own vehicle to go from the carriage house to the castle. If you Ubered you'll just need to walk. I didn't try anything in the coffee shop because my friend wasn't too impressed with her hot chocolate. Would love to come back and try the tea experience because the servings there looked yummy!

Lovely quaint tea time nestled in the red rocks of Colorado Springs! The service was sweet, the clotted cream perfection and the tea hot! I came because my mom had visited when she was in Colorado for cancer treatment and sent me a postcard from here saying that maybe one day we would go together.

Came here for afternoon tea with friends. It was during the Mother's Day weekend event and staff seemed a little weird that we were there with no mother, but polite to us all the same. We just felt the vibes were slightly off. Tea service was delicious as per usual and too much food for me to eat it all! Love that they always change their menus to keep things fresh.

Absolutely beautiful scenery! Entry alone we seen big horn sheep which was a sight to behold. I did the 2pm tour so my review is more along that as I didn't not spend the night. The tour was great! I wish they had better directions of where to go to start it as both myself and my guest were lost. But other than that the tour was great! Very knowledgeable guide and wonderful sights! Not nearly as crowded as I thought it'd be either, but that might be due to the off season. I'm sure it is probably packed during summer.

I had such an amazing time at the being well in Christ Retreat last weekend. Mary, Donna and Heather were an incredible team. The big horn lodge was so comfortable and the staff very friendly. The food at the castle was unexpectedly terrific. Every person I came in contact with was above and beyond. The Castle itself is a must, the garden of the gods grounds so beautiful and the staff delightful. Thank you for a wonderful Christ-centered experience. I loved it.

If you haven't experienced the Madrigal at Glen Eyrie yet, put it on the list of things to do in Colorado. It's an amazing trip back to the 16th century including costumes, music, performance, and food. 5 sumptuous courses from appetizers to soup to salad to roast pork (or a veg option) to dessert, all is mouth watering delicious! Come with an appetite! The evening started out driving in to the site and experienced light displays, turkeys, and we were lucky to see the big horns. Driving up to the front door, a valet perked our car and we walked a short way inside to the tunes from a bagpipe. Going into the castle, we checked our coats and had many choices of munchies and Glen Eyrie's wasail. We learned some of the customs of the 16th century and met many friendly people to talk to.the cast of servers and performers were friendly and funny and very accommodating. From downstairs we headed up to the banquet hall (an elevator is provided if needed). We were arranged in sitting order and taken through Oriel Hall to the Great room. After our shire was introduced we entered the GREAT room. What a room it was! Humongous and decorated to the hilt! The tables, the walls, fireplace, balcony, stained glass window, costumes, it was just amazing! Some of the guests even wore costumes! We were dressed for a fancy dinner but here, almost anything goes. Some in tshirts, sweaters, gowns, and suits. The food was served by the servants and everything a production from the soup to toast (Martinelli's), even clearing plates part of the production. There was music by a fabulous choir and dancing and drama. We loved every minute of it. Our experience at the Madrigal happened in 2018. Now 3 years later I am a volunteer and get to experience the event from the inside. It is expensive but well worth it for at least a one time opportunity. I hope to see you there!

Loved that the property was so spacious with lots of walking trails. The castle is beautiful and the property setting is in such a lovely area with the rocks formations all over considering it borders on the Garden of the Gods. Explored the bottom floors of the castle which are open to view and this wonderful, knowledgeable gentleman John showed us around. Gentleman at the front desk was very helpful tooIf you are wanting to get away from your usual hotel settings I would recommend. The out buildings where the guest rooms are are pretty basic and simple but had everything you need. It's the beautiful property and the castle setting that makes your stay specialI would stay here again .....you feel out in the country and yet still very close to Colorado Springs for restaurants

Beautiful! This place is stunning and the tour was fascinating! I highly recommend their tea service.