Places to stay in Empire, Colorado

The historic Town of Empire is a town located in Clear Creek County, Colorado. The town is a former mining settlement that flourished during the Colorado Silver Boom in the late 19th century. It is located in the valley Clear Creek west of Denver, on the north side of the valley. The town consists of several commercial establishments and residents. U.S. Highway 40 passes through the town as its ascends towards Berthoud Pass, putting the town on the direct route between Denver and Middle Park. Local restaurants include Cooper’s On The Creek, and Guanella Pass Brewing Company.

If you are travelling in the area, Empire is located close to Silver Glance Mine, Lode Star Mine, Silver Bell Mine, Equator Mine and Lower Urad Reservoir.

The center of Empire ( which is at is longitude -105°41'4.0124 and latitude 39°45'40.954 ) is located 4 miles away from Georgetown and 9 miles away from Idaho Springs.

Available Empire lodging

We currently have 10 accommodations in and around Empire.

Empire Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Microtel Inn & Suites, Georgetown

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Microtel Inn & Suites

Approx 4 miles away in Georgetown:

Savor views of the majestic Rocky Mountains and beautiful Georgetown Lake while enjoying the comforts of Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Georgetown Lake. Located off I-70 and 67 miles from Denver International Airport (DEN), our .....

2190 Argentine Street

Georgetown, Colorado

Bed & Breakfasts

Silver Queen Bed & Breakfast

Approx 5 miles away in Georgetown:

The Silver Queen Bed and Breakfast is in one of Georgetowns finest 19th-Century homes, the 1892 Cornish House, located in the heart of the Historic District. This Second Empire home has 3 luxurious Guest Suites with Private Master Baths, an .....

314 Argentine Street

Georgetown, Colorado

Hotels

The Peck House

Located in the small town of Empire Colorado The Peck House is perfectly situated as the gateway to the Rockies. Within an hour of Empire are found Vail Keystone Breckenridge Copper Mountain Winter Park and Loveland Ski Areas. Denver on the other hand is only 45 minutes away.

83 Sunny Avenue

Empire, Colorado

Resorts

Rocky Mountain Village

I-70, Exit 232 - Frontage Road

Empire, Colorado

Bed & Breakfasts

Mad Creek Bed And Breakfast

PO Box 404

Empire, Colorado

Hotels

Hotel Chateau Chamonix

Approx 4 miles away in Georgetown:

1414 Argentine Street

Georgetown, Colorado

Empire Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Vacation Rentals

Silver Heels Guest Suites

Approx 5 miles away in Georgetown:

Silver Heels attractive location in the old downtown village makes each suite a perfect home away from home while just steps away from local shops and restaurants, and less than a one hour drive to 7 world class ski areas..

506 6th Street

Georgetown, Colorado

Campsite / RV Parks