The Forest Queen Hotel, Crested Butte

The Forest Queen Hotel - Historic 7-room lodging with mountain dining on Elk Avenue

Located in downtown Crested Butte's Red Light District, this 2-star Crested Butte hotel occupies a historic building dating from 1881. The Forest Queen Hotel features 7 rooms equipped with white down linens and free Wi-Fi, with select units offering private en-suite bathrooms. Coal Creek Grill, situated in the lobby, serves Colorado Mountain Cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 7 AM to 9 PM. A bar/lounge, garden, and sun terrace provide additional amenities. The Forest Queen stands as the sole hotel-restaurant-bar combination on Elk Avenue. A complimentary ski shuttle stops right across the street, connecting guests to Crested Butte Mountain Resort and Nordic Ski Center. The property sits within 0.5 miles of local attractions including Montanya Distillers, Paragon Gallery, and multiple dining venues.

Pros

Pet-friendly accommodation available for $15 per pet per night

Prime location surrounded by 8 restaurants within 0.3-0.5 miles

Complimentary ski shuttle service to mountain resorts

Historic building dating back to 1881

Cons

Shared bathrooms for some rooms

Located above an active bar scene