Making a grand resort even grander.

What could make The Broadmoor more special than it already is?

How about spending $10.4 million on renovations, adding a signature Polo Ralph Lauren retail store, and rounding out the spa and fitness center with a full-service salon? All of these improvements occurred last spring.

"The Broadmoor continues to build on its reputation as a grand resort hotel," says Perry Goodbar, director of sales. "A convenient blend of modern meeting facilities and gracious accommodations that cannot be found anywhere else. The Broadmoor continues to provide outstanding service and extraordinary dedication."

Improvements made during the renovation included: guest rooms in the North and Southeastmoor buildings receiving new modern bathrooms, furnishings, and decor; the Southlake Suites converted to larger, hospitality suites; the Penrose Suite and Carlton Suite in the Broadmoor Main receiving $200,000 in upgrades; the addition of a full-service salon providing hair care, hair-care products, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and facials; a women's shoe store and upscale women's clothier and dress shop were added in addition to the Polo Ralph Lauren store; and the Penrose Room and lounge receiving completely new looks.

Encompassing 300 Acres

The Broadmoor, the longest holder of the Mobil Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond awards, has 700 rooms and suites, 11 restaurants and lounges, and more than 110,000 square feet of meeting space. The 81-year-old property encompasses 300 acres at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

Conveniently located in the center of the United States, Colorado Springs can be reached by American, United, TWA, Northwest, Delta, America West, Mesa, and Reno Air. Charter, limousine, and shuttle service greet guests at the airport, a mere eight miles away.

Fifty-six adaptable meeting and function rooms of varying size and decor are situated throughout the hotel. The 18,000-square-foot Colorado Hall exhibit center includes a welcoming entry lobby, exhibitor's lounge, moveable platform stage, and rear-projection screens. The adjacent Broadmoor International Centers adds to these meeting capabilities with 16,000 square feet of column-free meeting, exhibit, or dining space. A 100[feet] x 40[feet] stage with hydraulic-lift orchestra pit allows you to produce a Broadway show during your meeting.

Rooms and suites are refurbished around existing antiques and original works of art. The Broadmoor staffs two or more employees for each guest room. "The old-world charm of the sculptured ground and luminous buildings, lavish accommodations, and complete meeting facilities cannot be overlooked when planning a convention with something extra," says Goodbar.

Custom events, such as a western buffet at Cheyenne Lodge, poolside galas, theme parties, and banquets can be designed to your specifications.

Off-property venues that offer nearby function space are Cheyenne Ridge, Pikes Peak International Speedway, The World Arena and Ice Hall, Fine Arts Center, and United States Air Force Academy.

Sunny Days, Clear Nights

Meeting delegates will be pleasantly surprised by the moderate climate - with no oppressive heat or humidity. Sunny days and clear nights are the norms in spring, summer, and fall; winter seasons average 50 degrees in the daytime.

The Broadmoor offers three championship golf courses - 54 challenging holes, sculpted from the foothills of the Rockies. Professional instruction and golfing accessories are available at both the Main and Mountain Golf Shops.

Meeting delegates can take advantage of world-class tennis, miles of hiking trails, and horseback riding - or they can pamper themselves at the spa, which won the 1997 Jeffrey Joseph Spa of the Year Award.

"Our approach is to offer you the best of accommodation and dining, plus the finest fitness, skin and body treatments," says Marguerite Lykes, director, The Spa at The Broadmoor.

If your members venture off the property, they will discover that The Broadmoor is the gateway to the manmade and natural wonders of the Pikes Peak region. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, historical gold camps and mining towns, and Garden of the Gods are all within driving distance.