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Limelight Boulder

Property class: 4

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A rooftop terrace with a glass railing, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.
A hotel room with a large window, a robe hanging on a shelf, a coffee machine, and a yellow minibar.
A modern restaurant with wooden interiors, multiple dining areas, and a central kitchen.
A modern bar area with seating, a large screen, and a bar counter.
A poolside area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a large decorative vase.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $263
$229 nightly
$263 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23

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1295 University Ave, Boulder, CO, 81611
  • Place, University of Colorado Boulder
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fox Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pearl Street Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Flatiron Bunk)

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

Room (Flatiron Bunk)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite (Alumni)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the mountains through the window.

Suite (Alumni)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Accessible (Alumni)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the mountains through the window.

Suite, Accessible (Alumni)

  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Flatiron)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of mountains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Flatiron)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Flatiron)

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with striped bedding, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape and mountains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Flatiron)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (Boulder)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV on the wall.

Suite (Boulder)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Aspen)

A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a striped blanket, a blue chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Aspen)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Aspen)

A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a striped blanket, a blue chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Aspen)

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Limelight)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible (Limelight)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and large windows offering a mountain view.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Limelight)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Campus)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and two lamps.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Campus)

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus)

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Campus)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Campus)

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

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About the neighborhood

Boulder

When you stay at Limelight Boulder in Boulder, you'll be in the business district, just steps from University of Colorado Boulder and 10 minutes by foot from Folsom Field. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pearl Street Mall and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Media Archaeology Lab.

What's nearby

  • University of Colorado Boulder - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fox Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Fast Subs - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Sink - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gaia Masala Burger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mister Oso Boulder - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Limelight Boulder

Limelight Boulder offers 252 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 65-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

This Boulder hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 252 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. 65-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 1 miles.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Boulder? This hotel has 26000 square feet (2415 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. A bus station shuttle is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Limelight Boulder has a restaurant on site.

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
  • Covered, secured self parking on site (USD 27 per night)
  • Covered, secured valet parking on site (USD 42 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 (26,000 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 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
  • Built in 2025
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 16 2026 to November 29 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 22.57 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 27 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 42 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 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Limelight Boulder Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 418 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, clean rooms, very friendly staff, dog friendly, great restaurant and bare area. Wonderful stay and will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location near campus. Awesome hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is one of my favorite hotels of all time! Fantastic amenities, great staff, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was beautiful. It was clean, quiet, had a great bar and restaurant, and it was walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and fun hotel in a great location. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Modern hotel very well maintained. Staff is very friendly and the food at the hotel is good. I will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a wonderful hotel! The staff and drivers were all wonderful, the rooftop pool was perfect, the bar was lovely, with live music one night. Can’t wait to come back and visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel. Perfect location. Staff incredible. Good food and bar very fun! Pool and hot tub great. Beautiful view and walk to fun shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a lovely and very well-staffed hotel with gorgeous views and top shelf amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property. Walkable to CU Boulder, Pearl Street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel! New, nice, and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, bar had great drinks and restaurant had great food!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay! Great location with easy walk to Pearl Street and College. Fantastic layout in main areas bringing good vibes. Clean rooms, good bed, great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is fabulous and a very nice Boulder amenity.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is lovely. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a delightful time watching the World Cup finals in the bar. The kids loved the bocce ball area and the pool. So very close to the campus and the Hill. It’s just a great place to stay in Boulder.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful service, amazing food and cocktails! Pool area was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a nice, clean, well appointed room in excellent condition.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, easy parking, nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My favorite hotel! Great vibe, wonderful staff, awesome rooms and bathrooms, inviting atmosphere, incredible views and location…. I could go on! A gem of a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brand new, clean, great bar, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was exceptionally nice. I love the place. It is new clean and everything that I expected in a hotel and more I can’t wait to come to come back. It was so nice having the concierge be able to take us within a 2 mile radius to where we wanted to go we had such a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026