Cabin rentals near Hillside, Colorado range from rustic to modern accommodations in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at elevations between 7,000-9,000 feet. The region experiences warm summer days with cool nights and occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Most camping cabins in this area require advanced reservations from April through October, with many facilities closing during winter months.
What to do
Hot springs soaking: Valley View Hot Springs offers multiple natural hot spring pools with varying temperatures throughout the property. "First thing is first, this is a place where clothing is optional. Valley View is a large swath of land with about 12 beautiful pools and about 20+ camping spots," notes Morgan Y. about Valley View Hot Springs.
Fishing access: Cabin locations like Pleasant Valley RV Park provide direct river access for fishing enthusiasts. "The river is steps away and we had a blast fishing steps from our campsite. We will make this a yearly tradition," shares Jessica P. from her stay at Pleasant Valley RV Park.
Kid-friendly activities: Cutty's Resort offers numerous recreational options for families. "We have been here twice and had a blast both times! Quiet, clean, and plenty of things to explore," writes Alana J. about their experience at Cutty's. Another visitor noted, "They have lots of outdoor activities on site: mini golf, tetherball, swimming pool, play areas, cornhole, etc."
What campers like
Mountain views: The panoramic mountain vistas are consistently mentioned in visitor reviews. "Spots for RVs as well as tents. Also has cabins for rent. Didn't see inside one, but they looked really nice from the outside," reported a visitor at Royal Gorge RV Resort, who added, "The whole campground was very clean and well maintained."
Hot springs access: Joyful Journey Hot Springs includes soaking privileges with cabin and camping fees. "A small hippy facility with rv spots, yurts, and lodge rooms. Includes breakfast and dinner, and access to several hot spring fed tubs, at several temps," explains Ray C. from his stay at Joyful Journey Hot Springs.
Clean facilities: Many cabins near Hillside provide well-maintained bathrooms and showers. "The bathhouse was the nicest I've ever seen at a campground," noted one camper at Royal Gorge RV Resort. Another visitor at Cutty's mentioned, "The showers/bathrooms are also old-but clean which is all that really matters!"
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin locations require booking well in advance, especially during summer months. "You need to reserve well in advance as the demand is much higher than the capacity," advises a reviewer at Valley View Hot Springs.
Pricing variations: Cabin costs vary significantly throughout the region. "It was good but really expensive," noted Brad J. about his stay at Cutty's Resort. At Joyful Journey, one camper reported, "We were charged $170 for a site in the middle of a gravel parking lot. It included dinner, breakfast and use of the hot springs."
Seasonal restrictions: Fire bans and restrictions are common during dry periods. One visitor at Royal Gorge KOA noted, "Fire ban, so no fire-pizza delivery to our campsite was a plus!" Pay attention to current fire regulations, especially from June through September.
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Look for cabins with built-in activities. "We have been here every summer. Lots for the kids and adults to enjoy. Indoor and outdoor pools, mini golf, volleyball, basketball, tennis, horse shoes, bingo, karaoke, too much to list!" writes Alicia S. about her family's experiences at Cutty's Resort.
Educational opportunities: Some campgrounds offer structured activities for children. A visitor at Cutty's noted, "They had young staff that organized hands on crafts and science experiment classes for all the kids to participate in who were staying that weekend. One class was the kids making alka seltzer rockets."
Playground access: Several cabin facilities include play areas for children. "There's also a small playground for kids," mentioned a visitor about Great Sand Dunes Oasis, adding "Staff was super friendly and helpful!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose cabins with adequate space for outdoor gathering. "We had a great site surrounded by trees on three sides," shared an RVer about Royal Gorge Campground. Another visitor mentioned, "Sites are close together. We were placed near the bathroom, which was fine."
Utility considerations: Cabin sites with full hookups are limited at some locations. "Campsites are with electric and water and sewer hookup. Also a dump station. Picnic table and firepit. Lots of room for big rigs," notes Donald S. about Great Sand Dunes Oasis.
Road conditions: Access roads to some cabin sites can be challenging. "Road into the campground was dirt and a bit washboard," warned a visitor at Cutty's. Another noted, "Hard on our older rig. And no fault of the host. Man people drove fast by our sight no regard for posted speed."
