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Gateway Canyons Resort
Gateway, Colorado, United States · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks first saw Unaweep Canyon in 1995 and opened this 72-room resort in 2005 among the red rock of western Colorado. Noble House later put about 20 million dollars into upgrades, part of a larger renovation finished in 2012. The Gateway Automobile Museum is Hendricks's own collection on site.
- 72 rooms
- Opened 2005
About Gateway Canyons Resort
- Founded by Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks, who first visited Unaweep Canyon in 1995 and opened the resort in 2005.
- The Gateway Automobile Museum on the property is Hendricks's personal collection.
- Noble House Hotels invested in a renovation program completed around 2012.
History
Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa was founded by Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks, who first visited the remote Unaweep Canyon area of western Colorado in 1995 and opened the resort in 2005. The property sits amid dramatic red-rock canyon country near the town of Gateway.
Noble House Hotels & Resorts entered a management partnership and invested roughly 20 million dollars in upgrades from 2011, part of a broader renovation program reported at around 100 million dollars completed in 2012. The resort offers 72 rooms and suites and is known for its Gateway Automobile Museum, a passion project of Hendricks.
Restaurants and bars
- Paradox Grille — Restaurant
- Kiva Café — Café
- Cantina — Restaurant
Experiences
- Hike the Canyons — Easy-to-moderate guided hike every Monday at 7:30am, meeting at the Adventure Center.
- Coffee with Donkeys — Donkey stroll with complimentary local drip coffee, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8am in the Kiva Lounge.
- Donkey Happy Hour — Happy hour with the Donkey Crew at the Palisade Pools every Saturday, 4pm to 5pm.
- Morning Yoga — Gentle flow yoga every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30 in the Fitness Studio at the Kayenta Lodge; all levels welcome.
- Poolside Bingo — Bingo at the Palisade Pools every Saturday from 2pm to 4pm, fun for all ages.
- Off-Road Touring (UTV & Jeep Tours) — UTV and Jeep tours offered through the Adventure Center.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Horseback riding
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
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