Cortez Vacations, Tourism & Travel Information

Our Take on Cortez, Colorado


The lists of things you can do on Cortez vacations are simply endless. This is because Cortez's beautiful and strategic location is caught between desert and mountains so there are different Cortez Colorado things to do by which you can choose from. In addition, the diversity of the land will give travelers a glimpse of the ancient inhabitants of Cortez so they might gain a deeper appreciation for it.

But of course, travelers don't usually go to Cortez to learn about history, they are there to experience what the area is all about. Cortez is notable for its sceneries and vast recreational opportunities; travelers can find the perfect sports fields for their recreational activities or they can simply have a picnic in this expansive land.

One establishment that stands out for your Cortez Colorado things to do is the Conquistador Golf Course because it is an 18-hole course complete with water hazards, sand traps, putting green, and driving range that will challenge the best golfers. Meanwhile, the Cortez Municipal Aquatics Complex is another Cortez attractions you should not miss; it features climbing walls and pools among others.

To know more about recreational activities in Cortez Colorado, visit this local travel guide.

Cortez, Colorado Lodging

  1. Cortez Hotels535 East Main Street
    Cortez, CO 81321

    "standard motel room, next to the outdoor pool. Beds were comfy, room was clean and spacious, even with a rollaway up" more on Tripadvisor

  2. Cortez Hotels2040 E Main St
    Cortez, CO 81321

    "I loved the budget host inn because it was so close to everything (wal mart, mesa verde) and the people were so helpful" more on Yahoo! Travel

  3. Cortez Hotels728 S Broadway
    Cortez, CO 81321

    "clean rooms, quiet air conditioner, very low price (don t wait til you get to utah if going north, prices jump)" more on Yahoo! Travel

  1. Comfort Inn Cortez
  2. National 9 Inn
  3. Mesa Verde Inn
  4. Aneth Lodge

    Cortez, Colorado Things To Do

    1. Cortez LandmarksMcElmo Route
      Cortez, CO 81321

      Overview Established as a national monument in 1923, Hovenweep(a Ute word meaning" ... more on The Updated Colorado Guide - Bruce Caughey and Dean Winstanley

    2. Cortez Museums345 West Main Street
      Cortez, CO 81321-3132

      The best stop for native american jewelry and other ... more on Yahoo! Travel

    3. Cortez Museums23390 Road K
      Cortez, CO 81321

      If you want to learn more about archaeology and participate in a dig - this is definitely the place to visit. The digs are professional, and you are ... more on Tripadvisor

    1. Conquistador Golf Course
    2. Main Street Brewery & Restaurant
    3. Hovenweep National Monument
    4. Dolores River Canyon
    1. Clay Mesa Art Gallery and Studio
    2. Notah Dineh Trading Company and Museum
    3. Mesa Indian Trading Company & Gallery

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