After last year's "summer of less", my family is ready for a "Summer of More"! Luckily for us here in Colorado, we can find that without traveling too far at Gaylord Rockies Resort.
As a mom, and our family's vacation planner, I always make a list of my favorite things about each of our trips. I use these lists to decide whether a return trip is in the cards for us, or whether to recommend the destination to friends. The best vacations have a lengthy list. Check out my list from our staycation at Gaylord Rockies Resort.
You never have to leave.
Really, never. Gaylord Rockies Resort has everything you need onsite to experience the perfect getaway. Choose from multiple restaurants and a plethora of entertainment options to keep your family happy. There's even a convenience store onsite for those last minute needs.
Free fun... need I say more?
If you want to fill your staycation with free fun, Gaylord Rockies Resort has got you covered. Enjoy the following complimentary activities as a registered guest:
- Arapahoe Springs Resort Pool
- Animal Encounters
- Wildlife Rescue – Augmented Reality by bubly™
- Family Movies
- Buccaneer Bash Pool Party
- Rise & Shine with the Adventure Kids
- Mini Golf
- Disc Golf
- Basketball
- Corn Hole
- Giant Checkers
So many pools. SO MANY POOLS!
Friends, I could sit poolside all day long with a fun drink in my hand and a book in my lap. Find me a shady spot and I'm there. Gaylord Rockies Resort offers SO MANY pool options... a lazy river, three water slides, indoor and outdoor pools, water features for the younger crowd, and poolside food delivery. My family spent two full days in the water, and we honestly were still sad to leave.
Poolside food delivery... a mom's best friend on vacation.
Thirsty? They'll bring you a drink. Hungry? Snacks are available just a few steps away. It's lunchtime and your kids are melting down? Grab a table at the Arapahoe Springs Bar and Grill or enjoy your meal poolside. No packing lunches or dragging a bag full of snacks around. Gaylord Rockies Resort's got you.
Sidenote: This maaaaay have been my favorite part of the trip.
The food is truly delicious.
I have never had a bad meal at Gaylord Rockies Resort. In fact, I have had some of the best dishes of my life there! When I asked my 10 year old what his favorite part of our trip was, he said it was the cheeseburger that he had at the pool. That is saying something!
Free drinks and snacks.
When you check in to Gaylord Rockies Resort, you'll receive a voucher for a free snack or drink for each night you are staying. Not only did my family look forward to these treats, we got to try things that we normally might not choose. Plus my kids thought I was a hero for letting them choose extra goodies.
Endless entertainment opportunities.
Pirates and Princesses invite you to play this summer at Gaylord Rockies Resort during their Summer of More family experience. You can even book your choices online before your trip. You will never be bored at the resort. There is something for everyone!
- Pirate and Princess Academy
- Pirate and Princess Art Studio
- Shiny Stash Treasure Hunt
- S'mores
- The Captain’s Hidden Treasure Escape Room
- The Captain's Quarters
- Build-A-Bear Workshop
Impeccable service
The friendly staff at Gaylord Rockies Resort are there to make sure that you have what you need and that your family has a great time... and they are amazing at what they do. My daughter has Celiac Disease and requires some accommodations at mealtimes. Not only did the staff take care of her needs, they did it without making us feel like it was an imposition. 5-Star Service!
Summer of More Staycation packages are available now!
Gaylord Rockies Resort is currently offering a Summer of More package to make your staycation planning even easier. It starts at only $284 per night and includes:
- one-night stay for your family
- two Shiny Stash Treasure Hunt books
- two S’mores kits
- $25 in food and beverage credits
About Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center
Located minutes from both the Denver International Airport and Downtown Denver, Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center opened in December 2018. The resort destination features 1,501 guest rooms, including 114 well-appointed suites, and more than 500,000 square feet of meeting and convention space. As a gateway to the Rockies, Gaylord Rockies offers easy access to Denver attractions and Rocky Mountain adventures, complete with eight dining options; a luxurious spa and salon; indoor and outdoor pool, lazy river and winding waterways; a 75’ TV in Mountain Pass Sports Bar; and picture-perfect sunset views of the mountains. Learn more at GaylordRockies.com.
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I received a complimentary stay at Gaylord Rockies to facilitate this review. All thoughts are 100% my own and that of my family.
