Stay Smart at our COS Airport Hotel The Holiday Inn Express® Colorado Springs Airport location is ideal for our guest's wishing to explore all that the Pikes Peak area has to offer. First, if you haven't experienced the Rocky Mountains, you don't know what you are missing! To the west of us, is snowcapped Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, providing a stunning backdrop and is open year round for visitors. You may want to explore our many natural attractions such as the Royal Gorge, Garden of the Gods or Cave of the Winds. Nearby, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo ensures family fun and venues like the Broadmoor World Arena provide quality entertainment.We are just minutes from Manitou Springs and Old Colorado City for those looking for a shopping experience.We support our troops at our nearby bases: Fort Carson, Peterson Air Force Base, Schriever Air Force Base , U.S. Air Force Academy, and U.S. Northern Command. Business guests appreciate being less than 2 miles from Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Siemens, Exelis, and General Dynamics. We offer the tools you need with a Business Center, faxing services, and free high speed Internet access.After a day of meetings or sightseeing, return to your personal retreat in one of our comfy rooms, take a dip in the pool or hot tub or catch up on work or pleasure with our free HSIA. Book Direct to get the Best Price Guaranteed or your first night is free.