Where to Stay in Frisco, Colorado (Best Areas & Hotels)

4 Best Areas to Stay in & Near Frisco

Frisco’s Main Street

👉 Best Area For Downtown Activities  | ✨ Best Frisco Hotels: Frisco Inn on Galena • Frisco Lodge • Hotel Frisco • AC Hotel Frisco

Main Street in downtown Frisco is a quaint area with shops and restaurants. Stay at Frisco Inn on Galena or another nearby hotel to be within walking distance of food, souvenirs, the Frisco Bay Marina, and other great local activities.

Pros of Staying in the Main Street neighborhood:

• Walking distance to shops, restaurants, bars, and the marina
• Views of a charming mountain town with the Rockies towering behind
• Short drive to either Copper Mountain or Breckenridge 

Cons of Staying in the Main Street Neighborhood:

• You’ll need to drive to get to ski resorts

Copper Mountain Ski Resort

👉 Best Area For Skiing | ✨ Best Copper Mountain Hotels: The Cache in West Village • Cambria Hotel Copper Mountain • New Village Copper Mountain

If you’re headed to Copper Mountain to ski, staying right at the resort has a lot of advantages. Condos like The Cache in West Village are especially ideal. You won’t have to mess with loading up skis and gear, driving, or parking at the resort.

There are restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance when you’re finished skiing. There are also activities for non-skiers, like ice skating and the alpine coaster. You can easily spend your entire stay at Copper Mountain Ski Resort without needing to get in your car until it’s time to leave! 

Pros of Staying in Copper Mountain Neighborhood:

• Skiing, restaurants, and shopping within walking distance
• Activities for non-skiers
• Beautiful mountain views

Cons of Staying in Copper Mountain Neighborhood:

• Feels like a ski resort, not an authentic mountain town

South Frisco

👉 Best Area For Access To Breckenridge | ✨ Best South Frisco Stays: Rocky Mountain Outpost • Coyote Village 8 • Frisco Mountain Retreat

Frisco is just a short drive from Breckenridge. It’s a less-expensive option for lodging if you want to ski at Breck but find the places to stay in Breckenridge too pricey!

Although most Frisco lodging is downtown, there are a few condos and other places closer to Highway 9, which takes you to Breckenridge. 

Pros of Staying in South Frisco Neighborhood:

• Closer to Breckenridge
• Out of the downtown crowds

Cons of Staying in South Frisco Neighborhood:

• You may have to drive to restaurants and bars

Silverthorne

👉 Best Area For I-70 Access | ✨ Best Silverthorne Hotels: Timber Ridge Retreat • Silver Inn • Hampton Inn & Suites Silverthorne

Silverthorne is about a 10-minute drive from Frisco, but it’s closer to I-70 and slightly closer to places to stay in Denver. It’s also about a 15-minute drive to Copper Mountain. 

Silverthorne is a more built-up area, with big-box stores and chain restaurants along with smaller stores. Compared to Frisco, you may find even more affordable hotels here like Silver Inn.

Pros of Staying in Silverthorne:

• Many more options for food & lodging
• Closer to Denver

Con of Staying in Silverthorne:

• Bigger & busier than Frisco

 Tips for Staying in Frisco

Make Reservations

There are lots of fun things to do in Frisco, but several activities can sell out during peak seasons.

For example, Frisco Adventure Park is very popular during the winter months. You’ll want to make reservations for tubing well in advance. If you’re interested in a dinner or hot cocoa sleigh ride, book that in advance as well.

Stay Hydrated

Frisco is just above 9,000 feet high — and Copper Mountain Ski Resort is at an even higher elevation. You definitely need to stay hydrated!

People can get easily dehydrated in the winter when they’re not as inclined to drink water as when it’s hot outside. Make sure you have plenty of water or other hydrating beverages, regardless of the temperature. 

Get Acclimated

It can take a day or two to adjust to 9,000 feet above sea level. Be gentle with yourself! If you’re planning on strenuous activities, give yourself a day or two to adjust before you tackle them. Then, challenge yourself at Colorado ski resorts when you’re feeling good.

Watch for Wildlife

Frisco and other areas of Summit County have bears, moose, elk, and other wildlife. They’re cool to see while you’re hiking, but be careful out there! Every so often, we hear stories of people being charged by elk or moose.

Use the “rule of thumb” to determine if you’re too close — stretch your hand in front of you and put up your thumb. It should cover the entire animal. 

Wear Sunscreen

Sunscreen is another area where chilly winter temps can trick us! Be sure to wear sunscreen even in winter — the snow can reflect the sun’s rays and make sunburns even more likely. See our Colorado packing list for more travel essentials.

FAQs About Where to Stay in Frisco

What is Frisco Colorado known for? 

Frisco is known for being close to many Summit County attractions. It’s a short drive from Breckenridge Ski Resort, Copper Mountain, and Keystone Ski Resort. It’s on the shores of the Dillon Reservoir, so there’s plenty of fishing, paddling, and boating, as well as hiking trails. Frisco is also known for its Main Street, which has many restaurants, shops, breweries, and coffee houses. 

What is there to do in downtown Frisco? 

Things to do in downtown Frisco include boating at the Frisco Bay Marina, tubing in winter, or biking in summer at the Frisco Adventure Park, and strolling Main Street. Frisco Historic Park & Museum is also located in downtown Frisco.

What is there to do in Frisco Colorado in the winter? 

Things to do in Frisco, Colorado in winter include dog sledding, fat biking, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing at Copper Mountain, and taking a sleigh ride. 

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I hope this guide has helped you as you plan your trip! For more nearby hotel options, see our guide on where to stay in Keystone next.

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