Current
Manitou Springs Spa
Year Listed: 2000
County: El Paso County
Status: SAVED
Context: Hotel/Resort
Date Constructed: 1920
Significance:
One of oldest surviving reminders of century-old natural springs tourism in Manitou Springs. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a Local Landmark, and a Save America's Treasures Project, the spa retains original murals, marble floors and a beautiful bar.
Threat When Listed:
Years of deferred maintenance and flooding
Since Listing:
Until recently, the city threatened condemnation and demolition due to the condition of the building and its owner's inability to sell. Colorado Preservation, Inc. began working with the mayor, owner, real estate agent, architects, engineers, and potential investors stressing the historical significance of the building and its potential to be a tremendous asset to the city. Several potential buyers surfaced and, in 2005, the building was purchased by partners planning who have successfully completed the rehabilitation project. The building now has commercial space on the main floor and residential units on the upper two floors.
Last Updated:
July 2008