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The Mining Exchange

  • Price$$$
  • CategoryMid Range
  • Rating★ 4.4

The Mining Exchange occupies a stunning 1902 Romanesque Revival building at 8 South Nevada Avenue in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, originally constructed as the Colorado Springs Mining Exchange where fortunes in gold and silver were traded during the Cripple Creek mining boom. The building's soaring coffered ceilings, ornate columns, exposed brick, and original tile floors have been preserved and celebrated through a sensitive adaptive reuse that converted the former trading floor into one of Colorado's most atmospheric boutique hotels.

A boutique hotel in a stunning 1902 mining exchange building in downtown Colorado Springs, The Mining Exchange features exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, and a wonderful bar in a genuinely historic building.

The Mining Exchange occupies a stunning 1902 Romanesque Revival building at 8 South Nevada Avenue in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, originally constructed as the Colorado Springs Mining Exchange where fortunes in gold and silver were traded during the Cripple Creek mining boom. The building's soaring coffered ceilings, ornate columns, exposed brick, and original tile floors have been preserved and celebrated through a sensitive adaptive reuse that converted the former trading floor into one of Colorado's most atmospheric boutique hotels. The Wyndham Grand property operates 117 rooms and suites spread across the historic original building and an integrated modern tower, giving guests the choice between rooms steeped in mining-era character and more contemporary accommodations. The hotel's Gold Room restaurant and bar occupies the original trading floor, serving Colorado cuisine beneath 28-foot vaulted ceilings — one of the most dramatic dining rooms in the state. A rooftop pool and deck offer views of Pikes Peak to the west. The Mining Exchange is steps from the Colorado Springs Convention Center and within easy walking distance of Antlers Hotel, Old Colorado City, and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College. The concierge handles Garden of the Gods tours, Manitou Springs excursions, and Pikes Peak access arrangements. A fitness center is available on-site.

Amenities

  • restaurant
  • bar
  • pool
  • wifi
  • gym

Location

8 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

38.8341, -104.8240 View on map

Highlights

  • Spectacular 1902 Romanesque Revival building with original coffered ceilings and ornate columns
  • Gold Room restaurant and bar in the preserved historic trading floor beneath 28-foot vaulted ceilings
  • Rooftop pool with Pikes Peak views
  • 117 rooms blending mining-era character with modern amenities
  • Steps from the Colorado Springs Convention Center and Old Colorado City

Tips for visiting

  • The Gold Room bar is a popular downtown evening destination — reserve for dinner, especially on weekends
  • Rooms in the original 1902 building have the best period character; the tower is quieter
  • The rooftop pool is adults-only and not large — it's most enjoyable on weekday afternoons
  • Pikes Peak views from upper floors face west; request this orientation when booking
  • Old Colorado City's galleries and breweries are a 10-minute drive west — ask the concierge for current recommendations

When to visit

Year-round. Colorado Springs averages over 300 sunny days annually. Summer is peak season for outdoor attractions. The Mining Exchange's historic interior is especially atmospheric during the winter holiday season.

Accessibility

The Mining Exchange provides ADA-accessible rooms with roll-in showers in the tower building on request. The Nevada Avenue entrance is step-free, and elevators serve all floors. The original building's dining room floor is level. Staff assist with specific accessibility arrangements.

Frequently asked questions

What was the building before it became The Mining Exchange?

The building served as the Colorado Springs Mining Exchange from 1902, where gold and silver mining claims and stocks from the nearby Cripple Creek district were traded. The grand interior was designed to project wealth and confidence during the Colorado gold rush era.

Does The Mining Exchange have a pool?

Yes. The hotel has a rooftop pool with views of Pikes Peak, open seasonally. An indoor fitness center is available year-round.

Is The Mining Exchange affiliated with a hotel chain?

The Mining Exchange is a Wyndham Grand property, part of the upper tier of the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts portfolio. It participates in the Wyndham Rewards loyalty program.

How close is The Mining Exchange to The Broadmoor?

The Broadmoor resort is approximately 4 miles southwest of The Mining Exchange, a 10-minute drive. The hotel is also very close to The Antlers Hotel, which is one block north.

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