256 South. Downtown Lodging . Established 1923.

The Local's Guide

Looking to plan your next visit? Wondering what’s happening in Old Town? Or just searching for the best cocktail in town (the Ruby So New at Ace Gillett’s of course). Our crew loves to share their local insight on what makes Fort Collins so special.

Historical photos of building and man wearing a hat

Fort Collins History & The Armstrong Hotel

Feb 12, 2019

It’s 1923. Glittery frocks, cotton worsted trousers and full vest suits are “in”, and despite the nation’s downturn from The Great Depression, former military post of Fort Collins, Colorado is doing surprisingly well.