Glen Eyrie Castle
Glen Eyrie Castle
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Nestled on 750 breathtaking acres with 95 rooms, Glen Eyrie's stunning beauty and rich heritage creates a place where guests can get away to rejuvenate and spend time in a safe setting. Glen Eyrie provides a unique guest experience which sets the stage for all to discover, explore, and be transformed. Guests can enjoy overnight stays, historical tours, Castle teas, enriching programs, retreats, group events or a conference. Come visit the home of General William Jackson Palmer, the founder of the city of Colorado Springs. Glen Eyrie is a ministry of The Navigators, and is built upon the unique intersection of natural, historical, and spiritual heritage.
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  • Bill M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfect Glen Eyrie Getaway
    We have visited the Glen before and always have a wonderful Spirit filled time. It is very beautiful and the weather was awesome in October. The room in the Castle was roomy and comfortable. The food was delicious with great service from a friendly and attentive staff. They also have great hiking trails and scenic views all around.
    Come back again and again!
    Written October 30, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 25, 2023
  • Guide243035
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Women's Retreat Weekend at The Glen
    Such beautiful grounds and views, feels like you are somewhere far away. The accommodations were great, and the food delicious. The staff members are very kind and helpful. I would definitely recommend a visit to Glen Eyrie. Looking forward to returning there for a Tea event.
    Thank you for the review! We love feeling like somewhere far away for our guests.
    Written November 12, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 8, 2023
  • Zaira R
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful place!
    Beautiful place! I highly recommend this place to everyone. If you want to have a retreat with God, hear from Him, come here! If you just want to rest and take a break from the city, this is the place to come. It's one of my favorite places in Colorado Springs.
    We love hearing this from our guests! A retreat like experience!
    Written January 13, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written January 8, 2024
  • TonyChiro
    Denver, Colorado10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The history and charm of Glen Eyrie Castle
    The history and charm of Glen Eyrie Castle made this a "special place" for my wife and I to enjoy, and the relaxation and refreshment touched deep into our heart and soul. Being on the north border of Garden Of The Gods, it is a continuation of those majestic rock formations, with exclusive hiking trails yielding breathtaking views. The food and hospitality is exceptional, we enjoyed an amazing concert (with dinner) in the Castle, and we recommend Adams Mountain Cafe just on the south side of Garden Of The Gods for additional meals. We will most certainly be returning.
    Thank you for the review!
    Written February 5, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 20, 2024
  • Bradley T
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Glen Eyrie, our place to escape the world and reconnect with God.
    Glen Eyrie is one of the most delightful places we have ever stayed. This past week was the 10th time we stayed here. The rooms are always impeccably clean, the staff if friendly and genuinely helpful, and the breakfasts are exceptional. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful stay, Glen Eyrie is it.
    10 times - wow! We love hearing that and being a place for guests to reconnect with God.
    Written February 5, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 21, 2024
  • Hadley M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Wonder of Glen Eyrie
    If you ever get the opportunity to visit Glen Eyrie, then DO!!! It’s such a beautiful place. The staff are amazing, the food is delicious, the grounds are gorgeous, and the castle is full of history and awesome to explore. It’s a place I have cherished for years and will always look forward to returning to.
    Thank you for the review and yes, always come back for another visit!
    Written February 5, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written January 24, 2024
  • carol w
    Titusville, Florida45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great place to stay the night, explore and gain peace.
    I stayed for my birthday just one night and I definitely could have stayed a couple nights. There was plenty of trails and wildlife. The Castle made me feel like a princess and the staff was very attentive to my questions and concerns. I loved the maps to lead you on a spiritual journey. I would like to visit again in the fall. The breakfast buffet was excellent as well.
    Happy Birthday - we love that you came to stay with us for your celebration!
    Written February 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written February 9, 2024
  • Miss Savvy Travels
    Palm Bay, Florida197 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Yoga & Art Retreat at Glen Eyrie
    This is a large estate with beautiful scenery and an excellent place to visit or host an event. I hosted a Yoga & Art Retreat here in June of 2023, Create Your Zen. I had been looking for a location that we could enjoy scenic views for our journaling, painting, and yoga. Finding this location was the jackpot. My business partner and I spent one night in the castle prior to the guest arriving so that we could be well equipped with the lay out of the land. We enjoyed tea time in the castle in our fancy dresses, took a castle tour, and found beautiful places to take photos. Our home for the 15 of us was at the Glen View Lodge. Our meals were made fresh daily by chefs and we ate in the fabulous castle each time. The choices were always healthy and delicious. They do consider all dietary needs. If we did not want to walk up and down the hill to the castle, a golf cart was available for shuttling guests. Restorative yoga in the lodge with full wall windows was incredible. If it had rained that was where we would have been painting as well. Because it was beautiful out, we painted on the deck, and all had our own souvenir to take home. On the deck we had great fire pit talks in the nighttime. We planned some amazing activities including the wall climb and team building fun. Being right next to the Garden of the Gods, some of us walked over while others drove over. That was an amazing day. Hot, and stunning. We also planned an afternoon get a way to the city of Colorado Springs to Manitou Springs and went Spring Hunting! I'd love to return to the area. While we had such wonderful experience I know in 5 days we barely scratched the surface. Many places I visit once and consider the bucket list checked. For this location, I fully plan to return. If you'd like more details I do write a blog and my website can be found on my profile.
    Thank you for the review and sharing your experience hosting an event with Glen Eyrie.
    Written March 17, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written March 8, 2024
  • bjardee
    Gillette, Wyoming39 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Peaceful, serene and majestically beautiful!
    An unbelievable location! Serenity surrounds you at this beautiful castle. You have the choice to stay in the castle, the pink house or the lodge. Rooms to fit any budget. Highly recommend taking the tour. With the unbelievable rock formations of the Garden of the Gods, the Glen is neatly tucked away in the midst of them, so as to not be seen from the road. It definitely forces you to be one with nature and the Lord, as there isn’t air conditioning or TVs in the rooms. But we love that!
    Thank you for coming to our hidden getaway in the mountains yet right off of the main road. We do have AC units in the room but given the mountain temps, they are not always needed.
    Written April 21, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 19, 2024
  • Puppeteergirl
    Lexington, Missouri44 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Relaxing tea, beautiful tour
    We booked a spring tea for 4 and then a tour. The tea was excellent except for the truffles at the end - they were grainy for some reason. The castle is beautiful and the service was excellent. After the tea, we had enough time to browse the bookstore before the tour. The tour guide had a very quiet voice and she wasn't very good at giving information in an interesting way. She talked too much about architecture and not enough about the family's experiences and personalities. I found myself mostly ignoring what she said about halfway through the tour, which I almost never do during tours. It was really awesome that the tour visitors are encouraged to explore the grounds after the tour ends, as it is a truly amazing place.
    What a fun day to spend at the castle with tea and a tour.
    Written April 21, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 29, 2024
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Sarah M
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020 • Friends
I did not actually attend the tea, I had to cancel once informed they could not cater to my and my friends request to not have molded cheese because we are pregnant. We were informed that since all the cheese was pre put on the plate they were not able to take those cheeses off and/or replace the harmful foods before serving them to us. I was then informed we could eat the vegan menu which was lettuce with tomato, some bread, some tofu, panna cotta and a cookie. I have had wonderful vegan food that is very creative and delicious and Denver is full of delicious vegan restaurants so I am not about to pay a higher price for items I can buy in the grocery store and are uninventive.Knowing there are other wonderful tea places near by which do cater to our pregnancy health needs and consider the safety and well being of pregnant women we went else where. Every fine dining place I have ever been to(including a labeled "seafood" restaurant has always has chefs and staff eager to serve delicious food to meet my diet preferences even when I said it was fine and we would just fine something on the menu. I am sure the castle is wonderful to tour and see. I guess the chef and staff just aren't motivated to meet those high standards. Still not sure why they couldn't just remove the molded cheeses from the plates? If you are pregnant or vegan, go somewhere else where they really care.
Written August 21, 2020
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Mary P
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3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
The Madrigal Banquet was very pretty overall. The costumes were great. The setting, singing and hospitality were quite nice.
The seating was a bit too tight at the long table.My legs were straddling a metal bar for 3 hours and the man next to me kept bumping me with his arm due to the number of people at the table. Perhaps 4 less people at each table for ease of movement would improve the issue. Wonderful events are happening around the room, but due to the tight squeeze, you can't shift in your metal chair to observe properly.
The main entree (pork) that 2 of us ordered was unappealing and the vegetables on the plate were really skimpy. I noticed that several people at our table didn't eat much of their pork entree.I don't understand why the bread and bread plate was taken away before the entree was served. Offering guests regular coffee instead of just decaf would be nice. Some type of dressing for the salad would make it better. I enjoyed my dessert, but the couples on either side of us ate only half of theirs because the pear tart crust was rather hard, they said.
For my family of 3, we paid $480 (at time of reservation in October for this Dec event)
Basically, you are paying for a show and the food is secondary. They said the same man has been planning and executing this event for 34 years (main actor in the show) so I'm sure he is aware of all this information but for those who have never been, I do recommend going ONCE if you've got the money to spend for a show and you don't mind slightly below average food. Also, I recommend that you order the vegetarian dinner, even though there is a $10 upcharge to do so.
Written December 20, 2022
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Thank you for attending our Madrigal event. We are sorry the experience did not fully meet your expectation.
Written December 26, 2022
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Eric B.
Lombard, IL48 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Family
We booked a couple of weeks ago, which cost $60. Unfortunately, the morning of our tour we had mechanical issues with our rental car and by the time we're up and running again, we had missed our tour time by 45 minutes. Once we arrived at the castle, I inquired at the desk about rescheduling our tour, and explained why we had missed our tour time. The lady at the desk explains that it's no problem to reschedule, and that she had times available the next day and that I could book online. I replied that if I book online, how do I avoid having to pay again. She then gives me a look and says "you're going to have to pay again no matter what". I reply that again that we had car trouble to which she takes a tone and replies "There are NO refunds once the tour time has passed, PERIOD". Really? Must be nice to never have experienced car trouble that caused you to be late. Are they really that hard up for the money? The place has been around for 200 years, I'd like to think not. Needless to say, we did not reschedule and will never return.
Written June 26, 2021
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We're sorry to hear your experience wasn't what you expected. Our cancellation policy for tours requires a minimum 24 hours notice before the scheduled start time to be completed without penalty and no-shows are charged the full amount of the reservation. Your feedback has been passed along to our team.
Written July 5, 2021
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Hobo1
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020
First the good: wonderful, scenic estate grounds. It's like staying in the Garden of The Gods itself. Great natural beauty. The crux of your stay decision: the rooms are housed in old, creaky, noisy buildings. I stayed in The Oaks building [avoid,noisy, musty] and The Glen View building [avoid, noisy, small]. Sound between rooms transfers very efficiently. I "enjoyed" listening to my snoring neighbor on the floor above me. The couple woke up to their alarm set to 5:30 a.m., performed morning rituals, packed and then left the room at 6:02 a.m. My alarm was set to 7:00 a.m. You get the idea. There are no TVs in the rooms - probably due to noise complaints. Unless you sleep heavily like Rip Van Winkle, take this into consideration.
Written July 14, 2020
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Texasmom04
Arlington, Texas366 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Family
Wow! What an amazing getaway for myself and my adult daughter! The views and wildlife on the property are delightful. Staying in the castle built in the 1880s is a unique experience. Well worth taking the tour to understand the fascinating history of the castle and General Palmer and his family.

Hiking on the property was outstanding and only available to those who are overnight guests, take the tour ($12 per person) or enjoy the Tea ($34 per person). By far or favorite was the Echo Rock Canyon Trail for amazing views.

The castle rooms are all lovely, but room #301 definitely has incredible views to enjoy. Over the top hospitality provided by Neila and Ron as hosts at the castle. Breakfast was included with the room and was delicious, above and beyond the standard breakfast included with many hotel rooms.

Wonderful memories of our the days here
Written November 8, 2021
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Thank you for your review! We're glad you and your daughter enjoyed your visit and we hope to see you again soon.
Written November 10, 2021
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David S
BEND5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2020
Yes, the beauty of the red rocks is stunning, the architecture is full of charm, the hospitality of the staff is gracious, and the park-like grounds are tranquil and full of wildlife. But Glen Eyrie really surprised us by how well they made us feel safe and alleviated our concerns around COVID transmission. We have canceled two vacations due to COVID but the extra measures that Glen Eyrie took made us feel comfortable without feeling sterile: removing non-essentials from the room, a socially distanced, "grab and go" breakfast buffet with outdoor seating on the patio, strategically placed hand sanitizer and plexi-glass, and staff wearing masks. We were able to relax and felt so protected that we have made another reservation to return for our daughter's birthday. Thanks Glen Eyrie!
Written June 8, 2020
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jeannine
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
We stayed here on a sisters weekend trip. The property is absolutely stunning. So peaceful. The staff were all very nice. Room was very clean and bed was comfortable. Loved every minute of it. Would definitely stay again.
We did opt for the castle tour. The lady went about 30 mins over her time and was giving far too much information repeatedly. I would like to have just watched the video and went to castle, but the tour guide seemed to talk for ever. You could easily see everything on your own. would not recommend castle tour.
Written August 28, 2020
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Thanks for visiting! We're glad you had a great time with your sisters and hope to see you again soon!
Written August 31, 2020
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MonkeyW
Denver, CO45 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
My husband is the love of my life and I surprised him with a stay in the castle for his 55th birthday. The stay surpassed everything I had hoped. We had room 205 and the bed & pillows were comfortable and plush. There was not a tv in the room and we loved it even more! The original steam radiators are still used and it was interesting to see the buttons to push for a maid or servant! When the rooms are vacant, they have the bedroom doors open to allow us to peek into the rooms. Each room is decorated differently and has individual restrooms in them. Felt like little kids as we roamed the different paths and stairs to various areas of the castle. Also, in the evenings you can walk visit with family and friends in their den areas. There are many historical photos and relics to view. The next day we had breakfast and it was a buffet with eggs, bacon, sausages and crepes, and fresh fruits as well as a bar for toasts. The tables were set up with different drinks including organic almond milk for those of us who are lactose intolerant. Afterwards we walked around the grounds and viewed some wild turkeys and saw an old cave. We did enjoy the tea time for lunch and there was plenty of food to enjoy! We picked out our favorite tea cups and able to try different types of teas. The food was delicious and found out they create it there! There was much attention to details, including my being lactose and gluten intolerant. The staff all were welcoming, helpful, and respectful during our visit. This was our first visit and will definitely return!
Written February 1, 2020
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So glad that you stayed for your husband's birthday and that it was such great experience! We hope to see you again soon!
Written February 3, 2020
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saintb40
Denver, CO29 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 • Couples
If you haven't been here, this is a trip of a lifetime! The staff provided many unique historical stories, marvelous food, great hikes and a romantic day. Stay on the 4th floor in the King's room, you will not regret this! Best views of the grounds! Very quiet, attentive and kind staff, I felt every minute as if I was at a five-star resort. The coffee shop had wonderful sandwiches and drinks, the hiking cannot be matched and was quiet and the grounds are so well kept. We were greeted the first day by groups of wild turkeys roaming the grounds and over 20 bighorn sheep that apparently come down every once in awhile to graze. We spent one dusk watching the turkeys run from the top of the hillside, take a flying leap, and fly pretty unceremoniously up into the trees to roost for the evening. There are no TVs here but you don't need them! That was about the funniest thing I have ever had a chance to watch! Romantic, the beds are the most comfortable I've ever been in, and I'm pretty fussy, and again the whole castle is filled with history and amazing stories about the family, and people who built this, preserved it, and stayed and moved on. Make a special point to go hiking. Go up to Dawson's grave where you can see the castle off in the distance, and hike echo canyon. This was so quiet and finally manicured and stunning views. You will not be disappointed! Next time we're going to stay in the pink house!
Written April 26, 2021
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Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed your visit and were able to experience the natural beauty of the property!
Written April 27, 2021
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Janet S
Burntwood24 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Family
This was meant to be a treat for my birthday! My daughter, husband and 2 children aged 9 months and 2 years, plus myself and my husband. The lodge we were in had conferences/ seminars going on. At 10pm at night I find myself breaking up a gang of noisy teens + who were sitting/standing in the corridor outside my daughter’s room. I had rung the out of hours but there was no response! I contacted the appropriate contact on website but have had no response.

Glen Eyrie prides itself on quiet hours between 10pm and 7:00am that is not our experience.

The couple in the room next to us came in at home 12:00pm laughing and shouting. They were in and out of their room at least half a forensic times before I banged on the interconnecting door to ask them to be quiet!
Written March 4, 2022
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Hi Janet, thank you for letting us know about your experience. We are sorry to hear the conference center activity impeded your stay. Someone in management will be reaching out to personally follow-up with you soon.
Written March 7, 2022
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