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Chief Hosa Lodge

Beginning January 1, 2023: Chief Hosa Lodge will be closed for a renovation project. At this time, the 2023 calendar is closed for requests. Sign up to receive email updates on this project.

About the Lodge

The Chief Hosa Lodge, designed by architect Jules Jacques Benois Benedict became the city’s first mountain lodge opening in 1918. Using timber and stone from the immediate area, Benedict designed the lodge to blend into the hillside. He named the lodge after a Southern Arapaho tribal leader who was given the honorary title ‘Hosa’ by the Ute tribe, which meant ‘peaceful and beautiful’.

Featuring sweeping views of the Continental Divide, along with its stone and log construction, the Chief Hosa Lodge is the ideal venue for a rustic Colorado wedding and is a National Historic Site.

Only one event is permitted per day.

Venue Details

Amenities & Features

Amenities

Staging kitchen (includes refrigerator, sink, and counter space)
Large patio
Changing room
Gas fireplaces
On-site event facilitator
Wi-Fi
Parking for 40 vehicles & 4 ADA accessible vehicle
Tables and chairs (Amounts can vary. We recommend confirming table and chair counts at your walkthrough, 30-45 days before your event. Furniture is for indoor use only unless noted otherwise)

Tables and Chairs

Item	Notes	Size	Quantity
5 ft. round table	seats 8-10	29" high	10
6 ft. round table	seats 10-12	29" high	4
6 ft. banquet table	seats 6-8	29" high	2
8 ft. banquet table	seats 8-10	29" & 30" high	6
4 ft. banquet table	seats 2-4	30" high	4
Sweetheart table	seats 2	30" high	1
Mahogany chairs	indoor use only	17.5"W x 18"D x 30.75"H	120
White chairs	outside use only	17.5"W x 18"D x 30.75"H	120
High chair			2
Booster seat			2

Space Availability

To view a calendar of availability and make a reservation request, click the "Get Started" button on this page.

Capacity: 100

Square footage: 3,340

Rental dates: Available year-round
Reservation requests can be made 365 days in advance – No reservations are taken less than 30 days in advance

Rental times: 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. daily

4 hour rental minimum
9 hour rental maximum
Rental times must include set up, clean up and any rehearsal

Rental Fees

New for 2023

Peak Season (May 1 - Sept. 30 & Dec weekends):

Mon-Thurs | 7:00 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.: $160/hour
Mon-Thurs | 4:00-11:00 p.m.: $260/hour
Fri-Sun & Holidays: $420/hour

Off-Peak Season (October – April)

Mon-Thurs | 7:00 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.: $115/hour
Mon-Thurs | 4:00-11:00 p.m.: $230/hour
Fri-Sun & Holidays: $230/hour

Alcohol Policy

Beer, wine, champagne and hard alcohol may be served/sold.

If serving or selling alcohol: Liquor Liability or Host Liquor Liability is required with your insurance coverage.
If selling alcohol: a Special Event Liquor License must be acquired from the Denver Dept. of Excise and Licenses.
A licensed bartender who is not a guest of the event is required for the service of any alcohol

View full alcohol policy(PDF, 182KB)

Alcohol Sales/Service Requirements(PDF, 167KB)

Online Tour & Walkthrough Reservations

Event Facility Tours:

Free tours are available for those who wish to see the event facility and ask questions before submitting a reservation application. Tours are open house style, and you may arrive at any point within the listed timeframe. Family and friends are welcome to attend but only person needs to register. Schedule online using this hyperlink: Book A Tour (be sure to select the CORRECT facility)

Event Facility Walkthroughs:

A walkthrough is a final logistics meeting for permit holders who already booked an Event Facility. This meeting is a requirement to obtain your approved permit. Vendors, family, and friends are welcome to attend. Only one walkthrough is allowed per event, and we suggest attending 30-45 days before the event. Schedule online using this hyperlink: Book a Walkthrough

Tour and walkthrough appointments are posted on the 25^th of the current month for the following month. Dates listed online may be out of chronological order.