Only Hotel in U.S. with Flight Simulators
COLORADO SPRINGS – November 14, 2024 – Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy, managed by CoralTree Hospitality, opened today, setting a new standard for hospitality in the Pikes Peak region with modern elegance and personalized service that reflects the beauty and grandeur of its landmark location. Open to the public and located outside the North Entrance of the Academy, the 375-room resort-style hotel offers six food and beverage experiences, a boutique spa and wellness center as well as signature guest services including the only flight simulators at a hotel in the United States.
“Our vision for Hotel Polaris was to craft a space that connects our guests with both the inspiring landscape of the Rocky Mountains and the rich legacy of the Academy,” said Curtis Bova, general manager of Hotel Polaris. “Every detail, from the sweeping views of the Front Range and the Academy to the mid-century decor, reflects our commitment to honoring this unique heritage. We celebrate both the Academy’s history and its graduates with thoughtfully curated touches that bring this story to life. We’ve created a welcoming environment that invites the public to engage with the Academy in an approachable, meaningful way, bridging the past and present in every corner of our hotel.”
Hotel Polaris offers six food and beverage experiences highlighted by Pamela’s, celebrating American cuisine; The Aviator Bar, with stunning rooftop views and a refined cocktail experience; and Doolies soda shop with a fun, casual family-friendly vibe. In addition, Ascend Spa & Wellness offers a full-service, six-room spa and wellness center. A full array of wellness programs are available at the spa from active classes to outdoor adventure and special events that connect guests to the Academy and mountains.
Only Flight Simulators at U.S. Hotel
Hotel Polaris also offers an array of curated guest services to further enliven the spirit of the area including the only immersive flight simulators at a hotel in the U.S. Guests can buckle up and take flight in one of three flight simulators that provide guests with a high-quality, immersive, fully tactile, real-life pilot experience. The simulators reproduce the flight-deck experience of two F-16s and one 737 Max with seats, throttles, switches, pedals and yoke from original parts of real aircrafts (other parts of the flight deck are scale reproductions). The experience includes a 200-degree wraparound screen with HD imagery to make the experience as life-like as possible. Guests can select the type of experience they want from an F-16 dog fight to taking off from Denver International Airport and landing in London in the 737 Max.
The hotel also offers several other inspired signature experiences including the K9 Cadets dog-friendly program, Junior Cadets kids’ activities, a glider and paper airplane program and more.
Modern, Luxurious Design
The design and decor of Hotel Polaris also draws inspiration from the Academy, celebrated for its internationally recognized mid-century modern architecture. Upon arrival, guests are greeted by 180-degree views through expansive windows overlooking the Academy, including a framed view of the historic campus chapel and spectacular vantage points to take in the Front Range. The interiors balance form and function with luxurious materials and refined details. Rich hues of blue and silver evoke the Academy’s legacy, while warm tones create an organic atmosphere that brings the outdoors in.
In the guest rooms, a sleek modern design includes built-in headboards and custom-made side tables. The 9th floor Club Level rooms provide an even more elevated decor with leather headboards, rich blue fabric in the seating area and mid-century gold lighting and metal accents throughout. The 9th floor also provides a Club Lounge experience with a complimentary continental breakfast, snacks throughout the day and drinks each evening.
Artwork in the guest rooms and throughout the hotel blends historic and contemporary aviation images. Public space highlights include a mosaic of an airplane dog fight, hanging replicas of F-35 and a B-2 Stealth Bomber, photos from the Academy’s archives and a custom-made aerial sculpture inspired by the Ursa Minor constellation.
Rates begin at $229 to experience the new hotel, which is conveniently located 30 minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport and an hour from the Denver-metropolitan area. For more information on the new Hotel Polaris or to book a stay, please visit www.theHotelPolaris.com or call (833) 311-5581.
About Hotel Polaris
Hotel Polaris is a 375-room resort-style hotel located in the TrueNorth Commons mixed-use development at the North Entrance of the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, which includes the new 32,000-square foot Hosmer Visitor Center. The hotel offers six food and beverage outlets including the 9th floor rooftop bar, an outdoor pool and sun deck, a full-service spa and fitness center, as well as the only in-hotel flight simulators in the United States. The property also offers more than 26,000 square feet of expansive indoor meeting space. Hotel Polaris is owned by Provident Resources Group, managed by CoralTree Hospitality Group and developed by Matthews Southwest Hospitality in conjunction with BLUR Workshop as the architect and interior designer and GE Johnson as the general contractor.
The hotel was made possible through a public-private partnership between the Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation, the City of Colorado Springs, Blue & Silver Development Partners and Provident Resources Group. The project includes the last of the four catalytic City for Champions projects designed to add dimension, energy and economic vitality and boost tourism in the Pikes Peak region.
About CoralTree Hospitality
CoralTree Hospitality is one of the fastest growing hospitality management companies in the United States with more than 35 hotels, resorts and residential rentals. Formed in 2018, Denver-based CoralTree delivers distinctive, memorable experiences that celebrate the surroundings, culture and community of each property. The company also embraces each team member with brand pillars focused on serving from the heart and empowering experiences. CoralTree recently was named the No. 4 best small company to work for in Colorado in the annual Denver Post, Top Workplace survey. The company has developed a variety of initiatives to better serve its team members, communities, stakeholders and customers including Bloom, an environmental sustainability program, and CoralTree Cares, which is the company’s philanthropic platform. The collection includes independent, branded and soft-branded properties in key metropolitan areas and resort markets including Denver, Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, Snowmass, Vail, Maui, Orlando and Lake Tahoe. CoralTree is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Los Angeles based Lowe, a real estate investment, management and development firm. For more information, visit www.CoralTreeHospitality.com.
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