There’s something unforgettable about an open-air concert under the Colorado sky. Music echoing off the mountains. The shared energy of the crowd. The stars seem to shimmer a little brighter after a night of live performance. That feeling is the norm at the Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, not the exception.
And yet, when the lights go down and the final encore fades, one question looms: now what?
Skip the long drive home. Skip the traffic crawl. Instead, follow your North Star - just a few miles up the road - to Hotel Polaris. Here, we help enhance a concert night into a full experience. Elevated accommodations, thoughtful design, Colorado-inspired dining, and an ever-modern spirit of exploration come together to offer a stay that doesn’t just complement your night out - it completes it.
A Venue That Delivers More Than Music
The Ford Amphitheater is quickly becoming one of Colorado Springs’ cultural landmarks. Tucked into the city’s scenic northwest side, this venue hosts everything from classic symphonies to contemporary headliners, patriotic performances to seasonal celebrations. It’s open-air, open-hearted, and designed for connection with nature, with sound, and with one another.
Whether you’re watching the sun set behind the Rampart Range or feeling the swell of the orchestra beneath a star-filled sky, every performance at Ford Amphitheater feels cinematic. But no movie ends well with a long drive, a crowded exit, or the ache of wishing the night had lasted a little longer. That’s where Hotel Polaris comes in.
Your Evening’s Final Act: Hotel Polaris
Located just a few miles from Ford Amphitheater, Hotel Polaris offers the kind of ease, elevated comfort, and polish that turns a concert into a getaway. We’re not just nearby - we’re purposefully connected to the experience. Whether you’re attending a show or planning a weekend around one, staying with Hotel Polaris means you don’t have to choose between entertainment and rest. You can have both.
Reasons to Stay
1. Minutes Away, Lightyears Ahead
With such proximity, Hotel Polaris makes attending an event at Ford Amphitheater seamless. Our location, about 2 miles from the venue, offers not only unmatched access but also a setting steeped in legacy, modernism, and forward-thinking design.
Here, mountain views aren’t a luxury - they’re a constant. The sense of awe that begins at the concert continues throughout your stay.
2. Get Home With Ease
Let’s face it: the end of a concert is exhilarating… until you reach the parking lot. When you stay at Hotel Polaris, there’s no need to beat the rush or calculate your drive time. You're just minutes away from a plush robe, a glass of wine, and a room that feels like it was designed just for you.
3. Extend the Experience
Make it more than a show. Make it a memory. Arrive early for dinner and drinks, enjoy the performance, then come back for late-night bites, a nightcap by the pool, or a spa appointment the next morning. The rhythm of your experience is yours to set.
What You’ll Find at Hotel Polaris
Thoughtfully Designed Rooms & Suites: Our guestrooms and suites are a tribute to an ever-modern design with curated details. From skyline views to spa-like bathrooms, every space invites rest, reflection, and recharge.
Choose from standard rooms or upgrade to a suite with mountain views, expanded living space, or a private balcony. Whichever you select, expect a blend of precision and comfort, just like a well-composed song.
A Dining Scene That Soars
At Polaris, dining isn’t an afterthought - it’s a key part of the experience.
- Pamela’s: Guests can indulge in the rich flavors of elevated American food, thoughtfully curated sips, and beautiful views. With its modern design and exquisite flavors, this is the perfect place for a pre-show meal or late-morning brunch after the action.
- The Aviator: This hotspot perfectly blends panoramic views of the Academy and the Rocky Mountains, alongside crafted cocktails and shareable appetizers– ideal for a high-altitude happy hour.
- Doolies: Keep the energy high and stop by Doolies after the show, a fifties-style soda shop complete with comfort food, retro games, and flight simulators perfect for any crew!
Before You Book: A Few Notes
- Reserve Early: Concert nights can fill fast. Be sure to book your stay once your show tickets are secured.
- Ask About Packages: Hotel Polaris occasionally offers exclusive packages that include staycation specials and more. Learn more about them here or ask the front desk!
Ascend Spa & Wellness
Need to unwind? The Ascend Spa is your sanctuary for renewal. Book a targeted massage to recover from dancing on the lawn, or simply enjoy a moment of stillness before you reenter the world outside. Our wellness center reflects our core belief: that rejuvenation is an essential part of exploration.
More Than a Hotel - A Launchpad for Adventure
Hotel Polaris isn’t just a place to stay. It’s a place to be. It’s where guests connect to something bigger - whether that’s the inspiring legacy of the Academy, the surrounding trails and open spaces, experiencing the thrill of flying in one of our flight simulators, or simply the kind of quiet reflection that follows a night of music under the stars.
Beyond Ford Amphitheater, our location puts you near:
- The U.S. Air Force Academy Visitors Center
- Garden of the Gods
- Downtown Colorado Springs
- Manitou Springs
Follow Your North Star to a Better Concert Experience
At Hotel Polaris, we believe that awe doesn’t begin and end on stage - it’s everywhere. In the way we greet you. In the layers of meaning behind our design. In the stars over the mountains. In the hush of your room after a night filled with music.
So go ahead - lose yourself in the moment at Ford Amphitheater. Cheer, sing, and let the music move you.
Then come home to Hotel Polaris, where the adventure continues long after the final note.