Limelight Boulder

Relax and Stay Connected to the Heart of Boulder

Among Colorado’s finest hotels, Limelight Boulder stands apart with 210 rooms and 42 suites that embrace the dynamic spirit of our foothills setting, where academic heritage meets urban energy.

Perfectly positioned on The Hill, part of CU Boulder’s historic campus and just steps away from the buzz of downtown, the hotel serves as a home base for all your Boulder adventures. From refined amenities such as oversized 4K TVs with streaming capabilities and Lavazza coffee makers to thoughtful design elements such as entryway cubbies for additional storage, these accommodations truly inspire rest and renewal. Many rooms offer connecting options to accommodate families, groups, and extended stays, ensuring the perfect setup for your time in Boulder. Our collection of rooms and suites offer a peaceful respite with ADA options available upon request.

Ajax Tavern

Nestled on The Hill with the Flatirons as backdrop, Ajax Tavern brings its celebrated Aspen heritage to Boulder. This isn’t just another restaurant, it’s where Boulder’s adventurous spirit meets Ajax’s legendary après scene, a double cheeseburger worth writing home about, and that buzzing après atmosphere that turns good meals into great nights.

Patio Season Under the Flatirons

Long tables, longer evenings, and the Flatirons keeping watch—Ajax Tavern’s patio is Boulder’s favorite seat for golden hour. Grab a spot before sunset, order a round for the table, and stay through dinner as the light shifts over the Flatirons.

From Farm to The Hill

Ajax Tavern’s menu starts close to home—produce from local farms, meat and dairy from Colorado ranches, taps pouring Avery Brewing alongside picks from across the Front Range. The wine list stays regional, built for sharing over a long meal. Call it Boulder’s locavore culture on a plate: short supply chains, honest ingredients, food that tastes like where it’s from.

Après, the Ajax Way

Ajax’s après scene started in Aspen, and it shows up in Boulder every day from 3–6pm with the same energy. Drink and bite specials, a crowd still dressed for whatever they did that day—boots still on, bikes outside, Pearl Street bags in tow. This isn’t your standard happy hour.

The Boulder touch brings ingredients from nearby farms, beers from down the street, a curated selection of regional wines, and that perfect balance of adventure and ease. Inside, thoughtful design and genuine hospitality create a setting that feels both fresh and familiar. With warm, intuitive service and a spirit rooted in the Colorado lifestyle, every visit feels like a homecoming. It’s where Boulder comes together to eat, drink, and unwind—one memorable bite and sip at a time.

Meetings & Events in Boulder

Transform your next gathering into an extraordinary experience at Limelight Boulder, where the energy of downtown intersects with the charm of CU Boulder’s historic campus. Resting at the base of the foothills, on The Hill and just blocks from Pearl Street, our 34,500 square feet of versatile event space serves as the perfect canvas for dynamic communities of thinkers, creators, and changemakers—while also providing an unforgettable backdrop for wedding celebrations, cocktail soirées, and milestone moments.

Meetings & Corporate Events in Boulder