Colorado Springs, ColoradoAir Force Academy
Hotel Polaris
Aviation-themed mountain base
Air Force Academy Colorado Springs, Colorado
Opened
2024
Price
$$
Rated for
Local Design SocialOutside the door
Aviation-themed mountain base
The hotel channels the neighboring Academy through full-motion cockpit simulators, military nostalgia, and wide mountain lookouts.
What it’s good at
Listed
The ninth-floor Aviator rooftop lounge pours craft cocktails facing the Rocky Mountains.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Mid-century modern meets aviation nostalgia at this 375-room hotel near the U.S. Air Force Academy.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Air Force Academy north gate sits right outside, and downtown Colorado Springs is a drive south.
The rooms
Rooms look toward the Rampart Range through large windows, with mid-century furnishings in blue and silver tones.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool looks across the pine canopy toward the mountains, fringed with sun loungers and cabanas.
The spa
Zero-gravity chairs rest behind sheer curtains in the relaxation lounge, and treatments incorporate organic superfood oils.
The gym
Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment look toward the mountains, joined by a studio hosting weekly yoga classes.
Bar
The Aviator
A suspended fireplace warms the ninth-floor lounge, where guests drink cocktails and share sushi against mountain views.
At the table
Pamela's serves American regional fare under tiered chandeliers. Downstairs, Doolies pours craft beer beneath suspended model fighter jets.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.