Best hotels in Denver

The ART Hotel, Denver

Located right in Denver's trendy Golden Triangle Creative District, The ART Hotel Denver (part of Hilton's Curio Collection) basically doubles as a high-end contemporary art museum. Designed by Davis Partnership Architects, the building's jagged, striking glass-and-limestone facade actually honors its famous architectural neighbors, with one dramatic corner jutting skyward as a direct salute to the Rocky Mountains.

“The Art, in downtown Denver, is a capital-A Art hotel with a museum pedigree. The hotel’s in-house curator, Dianne Vanderlip, is the former curator of modern and contemporary art at the Denver Art Museum, which is just steps away from the 165-room hotel.”

The Ramble Hotel, Denver

Opened in 2018 as the very first hotel in Denver’s bustling River North Art District (RiNo), The Ramble Hotel is a masterclass in industrial elegance. Developed by local urban pioneer Ryan Diggins and designed alongside Avenue Interior Design and Johnson Nathan Strohe, the brick-and-timber property balances Denver's rugged factory history with high-end luxury. Diggins deliberately avoided a hollow modern aesthetic, opting instead for hand-cut bricks laid by multi-generational masons to give the exterior an authentic, 100-year-old feel.

“The Ramble Hotel, near cafes, bars, music clubs and colorful murals in the endlessly hipster RiNo, or River North, neighborhood, has 50 rooms and a popular lobby bar called Death & Co.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Denver.

Castle Marne B&B, Denver

Built in 1889 during Denver’s frantic silver boom, Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast is a striking National Historic Landmark in the City Park West neighborhood. The stunning structure was designed by noted architect William Lang, who crafted the exterior out of hand-carved, rustic lava stone (rhyolite). It effortlessly channels a grand, fairy-tale look right in the middle of the city.

“In the Capital Hill neighborhood, the Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast is a nine-room inn in a 1889 Richardsonian Romanesque lava stone mansion, designed by William Lang.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Denver.

Queen Anne B&B, Denver

In Denver’s historic Five Points neighborhood, the Queen Anne Bed and Breakfast is an architectural gem that dates back to 1892. This striking property consists of two side-by-side Victorian homes designed by famous Colorado architect Frank Edbrooke, who also built Denver's iconic Brown Palace Hotel. It stands as a textbook example of high-style Queen Anne architecture, showcasing the classic asymmetrical massing, decorative wrap-around porches, and a prominent corner turret.

“The bedrooms at this eco-minded guesthouse in the city’s Five Points neighbourhood are popping with personality. The four suites incorporate designs by local artists, and the nine smaller rooms may have mural artwork, log-cabin stylings, a private deck or a hot tub.”

Halcyon Hotel, Denver

Located in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek North neighborhood, Halcyon Hotel breaks the mold of traditional luxury by trading rigid elegance for laid-back Colorado comfort. Conceived by JNS Architecture alongside premier design firms AvroKO and Skylab, the independent 154-key property was intentionally designed to evoke the home of a wealthy, cosmopolitan friend. In fact, it commands such prestige that it once set a record for the highest cost-per-room sale in Denver's hotel history.

“An urban resort in the upscale Cherry Creek district, the 154-room Halcyon Hotel features a rooftop pool and bar, the subterranean cocktail lounge B&GC and a “gear garage” with loaner outdoor equipment.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Denver.

Crawford Hotel, Denver

Inside the historic, bustling energy of Denver Union Station, The Crawford Hotel is about as close to living history as you can get. Open since 2014, the boutique property is named after Dana Crawford, the legendary preservationist who single-handedly saved much of Denver’s historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) district from being demolished. The station itself is a 1914 Beaux-Arts masterpiece designed by local architects Gove & Walsh, and guests can still see their original blueprints displayed in the stairwell.

“Opened in 2014 above the main terminal of Denver’s renovated Union Station, the Crawford Hotel is designed to evoke Pullman-era train travel while offering decidedly modern perks like a Tesla courtesy car and complimentary gym access. Each of the 112 soundproofed rooms are unique and some are smaller than others.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Denver.

Hostel Fish, Denver

Located in Denver’s historic Ballpark neighborhood, Hostel Fish is a high-end, boutique hostel that completely flips the script on budget travel. It occupies the upper two floors of the iconic, red-brick Airedale Building. Built in 1889 by architect Fredrick Carl Eberley, this landmark originally opened as Kopper's Hotel & Saloon and is a rare commercial example of ornate Queen Anne architecture.

“This swanked-out hostel is an oasis for budget travelers. Stylish, modern and squeaky clean, dorms have themes – Aspen, Graffiti, Vintage Biker – and sleep five to 10 people in bunks. Mattresses are thick and duvets plush.”

Clayton Hotel & Members Club, Denver

Located in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek North neighborhood, Clayton Hotel & Members Club flips the traditional, stuffy social club model completely on its head. Opened in 2021, the property was intentionally built around a mission of hyper-inclusivity, actively curating a diverse community of local artists, activists, and entrepreneurs. The coolest perk? When you book one of the 63 boutique hotel rooms, you automatically get full "member for a day" access to all the private club spaces.

“The Clayton Hotel and Members Club is at the center of the chic Cherry Creek shopping district, with corresponding luxury. It has a rooftop restaurant and pool, a pool table in the lobby and (as the name suggests) a members-only club offering access to room deals, author talks and other events.”

Thompson, Denver

Located in the heart of Denver's historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) neighborhood, the Thompson Denver brings a striking architectural story to life. Built on one of the district’s final empty lots, the hotel stands exactly where the *Denver Tribune* newspaper headquarters hummed back in the 1860s. The acclaimed architecture firm DLR Group designed the building to pay homage to this history, crafting an ivory brick and blackened steel exterior inspired by the sharp, contrasting tones of classic newsprint.

“Set in the vibrant LoDo neighbourhood (short for Lower Downtown), guests are steps from all of the action and one of the city’s most exciting restaurants, Chez Maggy, is located on the Thompson’s ground floor.”

Featured in CN Traveler’s Hotlist 2023.

Hotel Indigo Downtown, Denver

Right in the heart of Denver’s bustling LoDo (Lower Downtown) neighborhood, Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown-Union Station brings a brilliant, modern twist to the city's rugged history. The LEED-certified building was envisioned by the internationally recognized architecture firm John Portman & Associates, featuring a striking, multi-faceted glass and metal facade that looks sharp against the Denver skyline.

“Hotel Indigo opened in January 2017 and mixes industrial chic and Scandi minimalism with the friendly vibe Denver is famous for. The hotel’s restaurant, Hearth and Dram, is a destination in its own right.”

Hotel Warwick, Denver

Sitting on the border of Denver's vibrant Uptown and historic Capitol Hill neighborhoods, the Warwick Denver effortlessly blends the rugged spirit of the Rocky Mountains with a distinct mid-century modern charm. The building originally made its splash on the local social scene when it opened as the Governor's Court. Over the decades, it evolved into a beloved neighborhood landmark, maintaining a classic, welcoming design that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

“Part of an eight-strong group, the Warwick adds a dash of charm to the usual chain experience with floor-to-ceiling windows in its classic and contemporary bedrooms.”