Where to Stay in Greeley (Best Areas & Places)
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I’m a Denver local and in recent years, I’ve spent a good amount of time in Greeley as my oldest son is attending school at the University of Northern Colorado.
If you’re a prospective student, I suggest staying in the historic district — specifically, at my top-recommended hotel, Doubletree By Hilton. It’s less than a mile from campus and offers modern amenities for a comfortable stay.
But there are other great areas in Greeley, and I’ll cover the pros and cons of each in this guide. Below, I also share a quick summary of my favorite hotels for families, business travelers, and more.
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Best Places to Stay in Greeley
Just looking for a quick answer on the best places to stay in Greeley? Here are my top picks:
- 🏆 Best Overall Hotel – Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park
- 📍 Best Location – Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park
- 👪 Best for Families – Fairfield Inn & Suites Greeley
- 👔 Best for Business – Homewood Suites by Hilton Greeley
- 🛎️ Best Boutique – Currier Inn
- 📍 Best Near UNC – Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park
- 💵 Best Budget – Greeley University Inn
Click here to see all top Greeley hotels or here for apartments.
Ok, let’s do a deep dive of the best areas and neighborhoods in Greeley:
3 Best Neighborhoods & Areas to Stay in Greeley
Greeley is a Northern Colorado town that’s known for its agriculture, oil and gas exploration, and the university. This means a lot of the area around Greeley is open farmland and space. Most Greeley visitors are going to want to stay downtown in the historic district. It has a quaint, charming feel and plenty of walkable businesses.
Centerplace is home to many chain stores and restaurants including Target, Home Depot, and Starbucks. It’s a good spot if you’re on a long road trip and need to restock. Western Greeley is more suburban, with fewer restaurants and hotels.
Historic District
👉 Best Area For Visiting UNC | ✨ Best Historic District Hotels: Currier Inn Bed and Breakfast • Greeley University Inn • Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park
If you’re coming to town to visit the university or for a vacation, you’ll want to stay in the historic district. I especially recommend booking at Doubletree By Hilton.
This area has beautiful old buildings that house restaurants, shops, cafes, and more. It’s also within walking distance of several Greeley attractions and is about a mile from the university.
Pros of Staying in the Historic District Neighborhood:
- Quaint historic feel
- Walking distance to restaurants and bars
- Close to the university
Con of Staying in the Historic District Neighborhood:
- Hotels are most expensive here but are still much more affordable than hotels in Denver and other metro areas
📚 Historic District Mini Guide 📚
Best Area to Stay for Visiting UNC
Google Map
✨ Best Hotels – Currier Inn Bed and Breakfast • Greeley University Inn • Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park
🏠 Apartments – Browse Top Rentals in Greeley
🍽️ Where to Eat – Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant ($$), Sherpagrill Indian Nepali Restaurant ($$), Doug’s Diner ($$)
🍸 Where to Drink – 477 Distilling, WeldWerks Brewing Co, Patrick’s Irish Pub
🎟️ Top Attractions – University of Northern Colorado, Lincoln Park, Colorado Model Railroad Museum
Centerplace
👉 Best Area For Convenient Stores & Food | ✨ Best Centerplace Hotels: Homewood Suites by Hilton Greeley • Candlewood Suites Greeley • Best Western Greeley
Centerplace is the name of a street and mall in the middle of Greeley. You’ll find grocery stores, a Target, and many other well-known businesses. You’re not going to get a relaxed charm here, but hotels like Homewood Suites are convenient — especially if you need to restock supplies for an ongoing road trip.
Pros of Staying in Centerplace Neighborhood:
- Near several big box chain stores & restaurants
- Plenty of choices for popular restaurants
Con of Staying in Centerplace Neighborhood:
- Lots of businesses but lacking in charm
📚 Centerplace Mini Guide 📚
Best Area to Stay for Convenient Stores & Food
Google Map
✨ Best Hotels – Homewood Suites by Hilton Greeley • Candlewood Suites Greeley • Best Western Greeley
🏠 Apartments – Browse Top Rentals in Greeley
🍽️ Where to Eat – Fuzzy’s Taco Shop ($), Cheba Hut ($), MOD Pizza ($)
🍸 Where to Drink – After Hours Cocktail Bar, The G.O.A.T. Sports Bar
🎟️ Top Attractions – Highland Hills Golf Course, Montfort Park, Centerplace of Greeley mall
Western Greeley
👉 Best Area For Outdoor Sports | ✨ Best Western Greeley Hotels: Days Inn by Wyndham • Homewood Suites by Hilton Greeley • WoodSpring Suites Greeley
Western Greeley is a suburban area with lots of single-family homes and neighborhoods. There aren’t many hotels but Days Inn by Wyndham is a great pick, especially for travelers with children.
This region is close to the Greeley Family FunPlex, a golf course, a bowling alley, and a natural area by the Cache la Poudre River. It’s a great spot for outdoor activities, whether you’re looking for organized games like golf or you want to spend the day hiking near the river.
Pros of Staying in Western Greeley Neighborhood:
- Near Greeley Family FunPlex
- Near natural area and river
Con of Staying in Western Greeley Neighborhood:
- Not near bars or restaurants
📚 Western Greeley Mini Guide 📚
Best Area to Stay for Outdoor Sports
Google Map
✨ Best Hotels – Days Inn by Wyndham • Homewood Suites by Hilton Greeley • WoodSpring Suites Greeley
🏠 Apartments – Browse Top Rentals in Greeley
🍽️ Where to Eat – Coyote’s Southwestern Grill ($$), Cancun Mexican Grill And Cantina ($$), Bulldog Pub & Grub ($$)
🍸 Where to Drink – Cables Pub & Grill, Bogey’s Pub & Grill, Outriders Bar & Grill
🎟️ Top Attractions – Greeley Family FunPlex, Youth Sports Complex, Signature Bluffs Natural Area
Tips for Staying in Greeley
Slow it down
There aren’t many big, must-see attractions in Greeley, but there are some interesting things to check out, like downtown Greeley and the University of Northern Colorado. If you’re visiting Greeley, you won’t be going nonstop from one attraction to the next until you collapse in your bed each night. Enjoy a slower pace and relax!
The cow smell doesn’t linger
Greeley is home to a very large meatpacking plant, and there are days the town smells very strongly of cows. In fact, thanks to the wind patterns before a snow, many people in Denver say it “smells like Greeley” before a storm. However, the smell doesn’t stick around Greeley for long and most days are pleasant.
Rent a car
The historic district and the nearby University of Northern Colorado are walkable, so it’s possible you won’t need a car for your entire trip. However, Greeley is an hour from DIA and there are other fun cities nearby you may want to explore, like Fort Collins, Boulder or Denver.
You’ll definitely need a car for those, as well as for getting around town. To easily compare agencies and rates, check out our preferred rental partner, Discover Cars.
Take a day trip
Greeley is roughly an hour’s drive from Boulder and Denver attractions, and an even shorter distance from Fort Collins. You could easily spend a day (or more!) exploring each of those cities and each one of them makes a fun day trip from Greeley.
Hydrate
Colorado is very dry, and the higher elevation means it’s important to stay hydrated. Bring a water bottle along on any hikes or outdoor activities. Actually, it’s useful to bring a water bottle along regardless of what you’re doing for the day!
And wear sunscreen
Colorado is known for its sunny weather – even days with a snowstorm can be sunny after the snow is done! Be sure to wear sunscreen, both in winter and summer. Also, since people often dress in layers and peel them off as the weather warms, be sure to sunscreen underneath sweatshirts and hats!
📚 Related Reading: Don’t forget any essentials with our handy Colorado Packing List!
FAQs About Where to Stay in Greeley
What’s the best place to stay in Greeley?
The best place to stay in Greeley is the historic district. Visitors to the area can walk to great bars, restaurants, live music venues, and other places.
Two nice hotels in the historic district are the Doubletree By Hilton Greeley At Lincoln Park and the Currier Inn.
What’s the best hotel for a couple visiting Greeley?
The best hotel for a couple visiting Greeley is the Currier Inn. The inn is a bed & breakfast with ten unique rooms that are romantic and charming.
What are the best Greeley neighborhoods?
The best Greeley neighborhoods are the Glenmere/Cranford neighborhood, downtown, Kelly Farm, and the Bittersweet neighborhood.
The Glenmere/Cranford area has lots of cute bungalows and attracts young families and workers. The downtown area has both the old homes of the historic district and more contemporary loft-style living spaces. Kelly Farm is a newer suburban area in West Greeley that includes a community pool and other outdoor facilities. The Bittersweet neighborhood is near Bittersweet Park, where kids love the playground and adults enjoy walking or riding bikes around the pond.
Is staying in Greeley Colorado safe?
Yes, staying in Greeley Colorado is safe. However, there are dangerous areas of the city, and it is not one of the safest cities in the U.S. Visitors should practice safe behavior, just as they would on any travels. Avoid dark places at night, travel in a group, and keep belongings close at hand. Always lock car and hotel room doors.
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Hopefully, this guide helps you pick the perfect spot in Greeley! For more hotels along the Front Range, see my list of the best places to stay in Fort Collins next.
