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Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN

1295 University Avenue, Boulder, CO, USA, 80302
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Featuring 252 guest rooms and 25,000 square feet of meeting space, Limelight Boulder will be a stunning destination on the campus of the University of Colorado.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandOther Affiliation
Built2025
Renovated-
Total meeting space20,824 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms252
Venue typeHotel

Awards

Industry awards
The hotel plans to be a 4 star/4 Diamond hotel and will be rated after opening. Additionally, the hotel will be Gold LEED certified.

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (mountain)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 17, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Jun 16 - Oct 25
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - Jun 15
Low season
Oct 26 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
20,824 sq. ft.
Largest room
15,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
27,810 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
8
Second largest room
7,500 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
15,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
5,900 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
250
Seating capacity
210
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
15,000 sq. ft.
100 x 150 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
1665
-
1200
1500
1665
1035
-
780
-
7,500 sq. ft.
100 x 75 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
830
-
600
750
830
515
-
375
-
3,528 sq. ft.
49 x 72 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
390
100
285
350
390
240
85
180
85
1,462 sq. ft.
43 x 34 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
160
42
120
140
160
100
35
85
48
1,720 sq. ft.
43 x 40 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
190
40
140
170
190
115
40
90
49
3,225 sq. ft.
43 x 75 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
380
98
280
340
380
235
-
175
80
7,500 sq. ft.
100 x 75 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
830
-
600
750
830
515
-
375
-
2,880 sq. ft.
144 x 20 sq. ft.
16.2 ft.
360
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360
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1,440 sq. ft.
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
252
Single (1 bed)
122
Single (1 bed) rate
$199.00 - $489.00
Double (2 beds)
89
Double (2 beds) rate
$209.00 - $499.00
Suites
41
Tax rate
9.045%
Occupancy rate
12.465%

Location

Getting Here

Limelight Boulder is located at the corner of University Avenue and Broadway. From Denver, follow Highway 36 into Boulder. Exit at Baseline and turn right on Broadway. The hotel will be on your right.
Distance from airport 41.7 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking

Local Attractions

University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Colorado, Boulder
University
1 min
Home of the CU Buffaloes, the hotel is located on the campus of the University of Colorado.
Boulder, CO 80309
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Pearl Street Mall
Pearl Street Mall
Shopping
1 mi
Pearl Street Mall, a pedestrian area on Pearl Street that is closed to traffic, is full of outdoor cafes, trendy boutiques and the best people watching in the state.
1303 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80302
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Folsom Field
Folsom Field
University
10 mins
Folsom Field, named after legendary University of Colorado Coach Frederick Folsom, opened for the 1924 season and has been the home of Buffs ever since. The 2024 season will be the 101st season the Buffs will play their home games on the “hilltop.”
2400 Colorado Avenue
Boulder, CO 80305
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The Sink Boulder
The Sink Boulder
4 mins
For over 100 years, The Sink is many things to many people–a last bastion of Old Boulder, a collection of memories from their college days, a Tuesday tradition for pizza lovers, the spot where they met their college sweetheart, a museum of quirky artwork, one of the best restaurants in Boulder–the list goes on and on!
1165 13th St
Boulder, CO 80302
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Chautauqua Park
Chautauqua Park
Recreation
1 mi
Chautauqua Park is a portion of an iconic historic landmark dating back to when the City of Boulder began preserving wild lands over 100 years ago. In 1898, Boulder residents approved a bond issue to purchase 80 acres to be used as a “Chautauqua”. The park land owned by Boulder Parks and Recreation is located adjacent to trails, Chautauqua Dining Hall and Auditorium, and Chautauqua Ranger Cottage and provides a playground, tennis courts, and open turf.
900 Baseline Road
Boulder, CO 80302
Boulder Theater
Boulder Theater
Theater
Individuals seeking to host an event in the heart of downtown should consider the historic Boulder Theater as an option. The versatility of the Boulder Theater makes it perfect for events ranging from meetings or conferences to concerts, movie screenings, weddings and other private affairs. The Boulder Theater is the finest example of art deco architecture in Colorado. From the colorful facade, to the beautifully preserved 22-ft murals that frame the main room, the Boulder Theater unites the past with the future in one exceptional space.
2032 14th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
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Avery Brewing Co
Avery Brewing Co
Nightlife
7 mi
Local brewery offering 30 beers on tap, a dog-friendly patio and a seasonally selected menu.
4910 Nautilus Ct
Boulder, CO 80301
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Silver Vines Winery
Silver Vines Winery
Nightlife
Silver Vines Winery was established in 2011 by brothers Jeff and Danny Chayer in Arvada, CO. After several years of working alongside and learning from wonderful people in the wine industry including professors, vineyard owners/operators, small and large winery owners and Sommeliers, the brothers decided it was time to start their own winery. Being from Minnesota and working in Texas, Oregon and Washington, Colorado would become the home to Silver Vines Winery. Utilizing relationships built, Silver Vines Winery is able to source the best grapes to produce the wines enjoyed in our welcoming tasting rooms.
2015 13th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
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Corrida Boulder
Corrida Boulder
6 mins
Spanish-inspired cuisine with outdoor patio and private dining room
1023 Walnut Street
Suite 400
Boulder, CO 80302
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Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport
Airport
40 mi
We recommend EightBlack Airport Shuttle for direct drop offs at the hotel and airport.
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YellowDog
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303 Luxury Car Service LLC
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Flight Club Darts USA
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Tallen, Inc
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Rythm EFX Event Design & Fabrication
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Landry's Dining Brands
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Brand Ambassadors
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Fogo de Chao - Lone Tree
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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

The hotel is fully ADA accessible.

Cancellation Policy

All reservations require 48-hour cancellation (special events may have different policies, please see specific reservation confirmation for details)

Additional details

Limelight Hotel Boulder features an unmatched location and best-in-class amenities. Opening on August 20, 2025, the hotel will provide an elevated, modern, and high-quality hub for the community while offering guests an approachable yet unique experience. The hotel will be walkable, bikeable, and well-connected to the best of Boulder. Located on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus, in the Hill neighborhood, the hotel is beautifully designed with airy, contemporary design. A full-service restaurant, coffee shop, bars, and retail will complete your new experience in Boulder.

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Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://www.limelighthotels.com/sustainability
Does Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
We have composting and recycling programs at all of our hotels, to divert waste from the landfill. Additionally, we replace single use plastics with compostable or reusable alternatives whenever possible.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.aspensnowmass.com/-/media/aspen-snowmass/documents/sustainability/aspenone-sustainabilityreport-2024.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Limelight Boulder - NOW OPEN clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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