Getting Here
Of all the hotels near the University of Colorado Boulder, Limelight Boulder is the easiest and most convenient to get to. Centrally located at the corner of University Avenue and Broadway, we are a hub of connection to Downtown Boulder, The Hill, and campus life. Learn more about how to get here and where to park when you arrive.
1295 University Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
Valet parking costs $40 for overnight parking. For self-parking, visit the parking garage behind the hotel and look for our dedicated Limelight Boulder parking spaces, which cost $20 for overnight parking. Electric car chargers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The largest airport close to Boulder is Denver International Airport (DEN) which is 40 miles away. Denver International Airport is served by 26 airlines flying to more than 215 destinations.
The closest airport to Boulder is Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) which is 13 miles away in Broomfield, CO. Rocky Mountain Airport has direct flights from select destinations.
Private and group shuttles to and from Denver International Airport can be arranged through our front desk and may be subject to an additional cost. We recommend EightBlack Airport Shuttle and will gladly coordinate any other local transportation needs you have in and around Boulder on a first-come, first-served basis.
Public transportation is also available to and from Denver International Airport using Denver Metro's public transit system, RTD. The AB1 bus route can take guests to and from the airport via the Broadway & University stop located just outside the hotel for $10 a day. Learn more about RTD
Limelight Boulder is approximately 45 minutes from Denver International Airport by car. The quickest route is via E-470 and the Northwest Parkway (both toll roads) and U.S. 36. Traffic is usually light on this route. For a route without tolls, take Pena Blvd. to I-70 west, then I-270 west to U.S. 36. Once in Boulder on U.S. 36, exit at Baseline Road and proceed west (left) a short distance to Broadway. Turn right and follow Broadway 1.4 miles to University Avenue and Limelight Boulder. The hotel will be on your right.
Rideshare options from Denver International Airport cost ~ $75-$80 one way and may vary by day/time.
Public transportation in Boulder is easy and convenient via the RTD bus line, especially Route 225 which stops near the hotel and continues down Broadway into downtown. The bus fare is $2.75/one way.