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

The main part of the town of Frisco is a few minutes’ drive north of Copper Mountain. Main Street in downtown Frisco is a quaint area with shops and restaurants, and you’ll be within walking distance of food, souvenirs, and the Frisco Bay Marina.

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 •  Summit House East 113 • New Village Copper Mountain

If you’re headed to Copper Mountain to ski, staying right at the resort has a lot of advantages. You won’t have to mess with loading up skis and gear, driving, and parking at the resort. You can stay on-site at one of the best ski resorts Colorado has to offer.

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 ten-minute drive from Frisco, but it’s closer to I-70 and slightly closer to Denver. It’s a more built-up area, with big-box stores and chain restaurants along with smaller stores. You may find even more affordable hotels here, and it’s about a fifteen-minute drive to Copper Mountain. 

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

Frisco Adventure Park has many free activities in summer that don’t require reservations, but their winter activities are a different story. 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.

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Stay Hydrated

Frisco is just above 9,000 feet high, and 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. If you’re planning on strenuous activities, give yourself a day or two to adjust before you tackle them. Start out skiing by taking it easy and then challenge yourself if you’re feeling good. Be gentle with yourself!

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 – in fact, especially in winter when the snow can reflect the sun’s rays and make sunburns even more likely.

FAQs About Where to Stay in Frisco

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I hope this guide to places to stay in Frisco helped you as you plan your trip! If you’ll be seeing other parts of the state, be sure to check out our list of things to do in Colorado!

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