Your stay in Grand Junction is made seamless with energizing on-site dining choices. Guest rooms with world class amenities like our signature Marriott bedding, entertainment that keeps you connected, and dedicated ergonomic workspaces. Courtyard Grand Junction is the ideal getaway for anyone seeking either a change of scenery from the daily grind or prime entertainment.
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Exciting things to do in Grand Junction
Colorado Local Adventures and Attractions
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Explore the Great Outdoors from our Grand Junction Hotel
Exceptionally located in Colorado's wine country in Grand Junction, Courtyard Grand Junction offers a transformative experience for vacationing families and leisure travelers seeking adventure. Our modern hotel sports unrivaled hospitality, a contemporary look, and convenience. With natural lighting and dynamic open spaces, Courtyard offers a better place to stay. Whatever brings you to Grand Junction, find the refined guest experience you've come to expect from the Courtyard by Marriott brand at Courtyard Grand Junction.
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Outdoor Recreation
Grand Junction's scenic landscape makes outdoor adventures so exhilarating that you'll have no trouble understanding why. Its expansive mountain bike trails, mesas, and flowing rivers beckon enthusiasts to hike, bike, or fish. Thousands of rock formations surround Grand Junction, which has made it an ideal climbing destination. Visit one of the area's great outdoor outfitters to learn about the terrain, gain an insider's perspective, and rent all the gear you need for an outdoor adventure of a lifetime.
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Local Hiking
Grand Mesa: Visit Grand Junction's biggest attraction for hiking, biking, golfing, other fun family-friendly activities, and more. Grand Mesa boasts a ton of outdoor events for every season.
Local Water Sports
Gunnison River: Various things to do while visiting the Gunnison River include fishing, camping, hiking, boating and rafting. But be warned: hiking the canyon in Gunnison has proven difficult, but the views from the top are worth it.
Local Winter Sports
Powder Horn: Hit the slopes at Powderhorn Mountain Resort. Perched at the edge of Colorado's Grand Mesa, Powderhorn offers breathtaking views and runs for beginner and intermediate snowboarders and skiers.
Local Biking
Colorado National Monument: Bike through red rock canyons along Rim Rock Drive in the Colorado National Monument. Known as one of the greatest American landscapes, Colorado National Monument offers scenic canyons perfect for hiking and biking through.
Moab Jeep Trails
Explore local trails on a bike or horseback at Colorado National Monument or Grand Mesa to experience nature. Skiing, golfing, rafting and hiking are also some fun things to do in Grand Junction. People from all over the world congregate to tackle the challenges of some of off-roading most difficult obstacles in Moab. If you're not an avid off-road enthusiast, don't be intimidated, there are plenty of easy, beginner trails for you to explore.
Scenic Drives and Byways
Northwestern Colorado's Dinosaur Diamond Scenic and Historic byway takes drivers through landscapes that once shook under the footfalls of titans. The Palisade Fruit & Wine Byway, divided into three routes, is a favorite of automobile travelers and bicyclists from around the world. Experience the beautiful orchards, lavender gardens, world class vineyards, premium wineries and fresh farm market fruit stands along the way. Explore historic downtown Palisade, tour along the scenic Colorado River, and enjoy some of the best vistas of the Grand Valley.
Top Grand Junction Eateries
- Enzo’s Pizzeria & Italian Cafe is committed to serving the finest foods, made with the freshest ingredients from scratch. A welcoming ambiance create a memorable dining experience.
- Citrola's is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant serving premium wines, pasta, pizza, subs, and more.
- Azteca’s Family Mexican Restaurant has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 2005.
- Devil’s Kitchen elevates the dining and craft cocktail scene with its dynamic energy that matches its creative and regionally inspired menu.
- The Feisty Pint is a locally owned pub and grill serving up upscale American food, creative cocktails, and beer on tap.
- Taco Party inspired by their relationships with local farmers, and producers in the Grand Junction. Their bold menu is infused with elements that give you a sense of place.
- Il Bistro Italiano serves Northern Italian cuisine. The Bistro is open for dinner five evenings a week, Tuesday through Saturday.
Grand Junction is Home to Around 30 Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries
These establishments are serving up some of the best wines and beers in Colorado. The best part? You don't need to be an expert to enjoy an afternoon of tastings. Visit Grand Junction and discover some of the best brews and wines made in Colorado.
Local Wineries
- Talon Winery is known for fruit-forward wines made from the finest grapes available. They preserve and enhance the flavors that develop naturally in grapes grown in Western Colorado’s high desert arid climate and mineral-rich soils.
- Carlson Vineyards a cult favorite among Grand Junction's locals produces premium wines in the heart of Colorado wine country above Palisade, CO.
- Volatus Winery creates wines that are to be shared with friends and family. It is the place to bring groups, have live music, fun events, and an officer’s club vibe complete with dice.
- Blue Beryl Winery is a small boutique winery, nestled at the base of Mt. Garfield, is the home to a sunshine-filled estate vineyard and winery ran by an ambitious mother-daughter duo. The grapes used to produce their bottles of wine were carefully cared for, harvested, and processed by the winemaker and her family.
Local Breweries
- Ramble Bine Brewing Company invites explorers, riders, artists and the whole Grand Junction community to discover exciting new beers in their downtown taproom.
- Kannah Creek Brewing Company / Edgewater Brewery both balancing a dedication to roots in traditional craft brewing and the natural tendencies toward experimentation and innovation that characterize most independent brewers, the brew team at Kannah Creek/ Edgewater Brewery creates a wide variety of approachable, easy-drinking styles — because craft beer is for everyone.
- Rock Slide Brewing pub in the heart of downtown Grand Junction has been the Grand Valley’s premiere microbrewery for over 25 years. You can count on them whether you're in the mood for a burger with one of their famous pints or a steak with a glass of premium wine.
- Base Camp Beer Works serves up independent craft brews.
Local Distilleries
- Highlands Distillery creates craft spirits from Colorado grain and handcrafted, signature cocktails with fresh ingredients. Stop by the farmhouse and take a breather.
- Peach Street Distillers is a small-batch spirits distillery with a daily-open tasting room, offering weekly facility tours.
- Clark and Cos Distilleries offers over 35 varieties of spirits including fruit brandies made from fruit grown on their 7 generation family farm – Clark Family Orchards. They also offer an entire line of moonshines, some infused with fruit grown on their own orchards as well as traditional spirits such as agaves, rum, vodka, bourbons and a one of a kind butterfly pea flower gin, all distilled in Palisade, CO.
