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Old Town Hot Springs

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Old Town Hot Springs
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447 reviews
#1 of 26 Spas & Wellness in Steamboat Springs
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6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Old Town Hot Springs is an historic all-natural hot spring and recreational facility in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs. It is family friendly and has been the place for recreation and rejuvenation for visitors and locals alike for over 100 years. The swimming and soaking pools served as a gathering and bathing place for the Ute Indians who first settled in the area. Then in the late 1800s, it was a social spot and a bathing place for the early homesteaders. Old Town Hot Springs sits at an elevation of 6,700 feet and offers eight pools, including two 230-foot waterslides, a 3,000 square foot hot activity pool, an aquatic rock climbing wall, the historic Heart Spring pool, eight lap lanes, and massage. We also have a full fitness center with over 45 classes each week, including aqua fitness classes, yoga, spin, Pilates, BodyPump, Zumba, and more. It is a 501(c)3 non-profit, multi-use complex open seven days a week, year-round.
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447 reviews
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John M
Dallas, TX79 contributions
Very pleasant visit
Nov 2022
We went from 2-4 on a Sunday afternoon. It was about 35 outside. no snow on the ground. The facilities are really great. Admission gets you access to all the heated pools (they have4 or 5 all at different temperatures) as well as the gym upstairs and the cafe. The pools are very large, thoug the 2 hottest ones are fairly small. Only one pool is adults only, and there were a ton of kids when we went. At one point a kid vomited in one of the pools and it had to be cleaned and evacuated for about 40 minutes. I recommend staying away from the kid areas. It was very relaxing and the healing, mineral rich hot water is very good for your skin and body. There is a lap pool at the far end if you swim for fitness as well.
Written November 16, 2022
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Sarah Ormeo
40 contributions
A place to do it all
Mar 2022
This place has it all. It's your workout center, rock climbing wall, hot springs, and water slides. Everything but water slides are included in your daily price (check with your hotel to see if they offer a discount). You also get a day pass! So you don't need to do everything all at once. My husband and I made a day of Old Town Hot Springs. In the morning we went to soak in the hot springs. After lunch we climbed on the rock wall (which has a self belay feature so you don't need a buddy). After dinner went went back for water slides and more soaking. While the water slides were fun, I could feel ever connection on my back as I slid down. One slide is dark and the other one has light. Overall, I don't think the water slides are worth the additional $7/person. The climb up is very cold from the warm water and while we were there they shut down the slides early for an incident and didn't have enough staff to deal with it. There were a ton of rowdy adults with their children splashing around which was unfortunate and it was full of people. Both morning and evening the pool felt really full! Worth it overall if you are going to go several times in a day, not sure it's worth it for a short visit.
Written May 24, 2022
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George T
Mount Laurel, NJ426 contributions
Still the best hot springs and pool complex in the area
Aug 2021
We've visited a lot of different hot springs around the area 80+ -mile radius and so far, this is still the best hot springs and pool complex. Entrance fee is pricy - $25, but if you are visiting every now and then, it's world going to and costs less than some of the other hot springs establishments. Temperatures range from cool, to lukewarm, to warm and slightly hot. Save a buck or two and bring your own towels. The establishment is well-managed and this is definitely worth a visit.
Written August 19, 2021
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lindsay0215
Pittsburgh, PA1,034 contributions
Great facility!
Jun 2020 • Family
Things are a bit different now but it’s still a great facility. My kids love the indoor and outdoor climbing walls. Staff is very helpful and friendly. The heart springs pool was super relaxing. We’ve been coming to Steamboat for the summers so we usually get a month long membership (they’re only allowing members in currently). Fun spot!
Written June 22, 2020
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Jason T
1 contribution
Good but closes too early
Jul 2021
I enjoy this place but the pool's close at 8:45. Way too early. Please increase the hours to 9:45 like it used to be. The early closing hours are especially frustrating for those that pay top dollar for a day pass.
Written July 16, 2021
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Danielle S
Boston, MA22 contributions
Family springs
Jul 2021
My son and I visited the Old Town Hot Springs on a July vacation to Steamboat Springs. My son was most excited by the waterslides, but had a great time swimming in the hot springs and climbing the two rock walls. We had to evacuate due to lightning before the waterslides opened (noon) but the staff were friendly and helpful and explained that we could re-enter once the storm has passed. There were lockers available for storage and snacks if needed. I would recommend this for families with children, as my son had a blast and made friends with other children there. If you are an adult looking for a calming, peaceful springs experience then I recommend making the drive out to Strawberry Park Hot Springs, though Old Town did have an adult only section. I visited both Strawberry Park and Old Town Hot Springs and the vibes were quite different, but both excellent!
Written July 21, 2021
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ABSMunter
Custer, SD65 contributions
No slides and rude locals
Apr 2021 • Family
I would love to give Old Town Hot Springs 5 stars, but the lack of slides was a real downer for my kids (10, 9, 6). Covid19 restrictions in full force in Steamboat, so be aware of that. The hot spring pools were great, but you are limited to 2 hours only. For a family of 5, that is over $100!! The staff was very friendly; however there was a group of “Karens” participating in a water exercise class who were pretty rude to us.
Written April 3, 2021
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jmontfort
Corsicana, TX63 contributions
Good for First Time Hot Springers!
Jan 2023 • Family
Great first hot springs experience. I went with my teenage daughter and we both really liked it. Staff was SUPER friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Do read when the slides are open if that is something your family is interested in. We missed getting to do those by about an hour as they opened at 4. Also, bring towels so you don’t have to rent them. $10 ($5 per towel) that I really didn’t want to spend. The 103 degree tub was heavenly. Next year I plan to get more bang for my buck by booking massages which will include entrance to the pools.
Written January 7, 2023
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bikingmom
Cleveland, OH621 contributions
Nice spot to relax and workout
Feb 2022 • Couples
We took a day off from skiing to workout and use the hot springs. Masks were required, even while working out. There is a $25 charge and an extra $5 for a towel. There are lockers and showers, no hair dryers. The place was very clean and there were plenty of work out equipment. The outdoor hot spring area was great. Plenty of adult only hot tubs, a large pool area for kids and even a lap pool. parking was free. Right on main street in Steamboat.
Written February 9, 2022
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Chris L
Albuquerque, NM1,559 contributions
Relax!
Sep 2020
I imagine this place is hopping in the summer, especially when it is fully functional. Being COVID season, the water slide was closed and there were limitations on how many could be in the smaller pools.
That being said, all the pools were being utilized. There is a nice variety of temperatures of pools and a grassy area sit and relax. No poolside chairs were out. Masked lifeguards patrolling regularly.
We did not partake in any other activities while we were there. The locker room areas were clean. Beware..no towels available to rent and a lot of the lockers in the locker rooms are not functional!
Written October 3, 2020
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