More photosLocated 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 artistic experience kicks off the exact second you pull into the driveway. Overhead, a massive, custom-commissioned light installation by famed artist Leo Villareal features 22,000 LED bulbs pulsing in ever-changing, abstract patterns meant to mirror the city’s heartbeat.
Inside, the curation is incredibly legit, originally put together by Dianne Vanderlip, the former curator of modern art at the nearby Denver Art Museum. Instead of generic lobby decorations, you walk past pieces by world-renowned artists like Sol LeWitt, Tracey Emin, and a signature wooden horse sculpture by Deborah Butterfield that peers out the windows. Even the guest room floors have their own specific artist themes.
Up on the fourth floor, you’ll find FIRE Restaurant and Lounge, which serves up great New American food right alongside commanding views of the city. Guests can hang out on the open-air terrace around a kinetic fire sculpture, or join the hotel’s quirky Friday morning “art run”—a guided jog through the neighborhood that weaves past 13 of Denver’s coolest public art pieces.
Location-wise, you couldn’t be closer to the cultural action if you tried. The spectacular Denver Art Museum is virtually next door, and you can easily stroll over to the Clyfford Still Museum, the History Colorado Center, or the Colorado State Capitol—where you can stand on the exact step that sits precisely one mile above sea level.
Expert reviews
“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.”
“Rooms are sizable and modern, and the large patio with fire pits and great views is perfect for happy-hour cocktails. The location close to downtown restaurants and attractions could hardly be better.”
“The ART Hotel doesn’t pay lip service to art; works in their collection include those by museum names like Deborah Butterfield and John Baldessari. The property features two separate galleries, plus works in public spaces, on guest floors, in meeting space, as well as dining areas.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Denver.
“Brilliant in concept, this 165-room boutique hotel melds luxury accommodations with curated original artwork in every room and common area, in a comfortable contemporary setting. The spectacular building, surrounded by culture in one of Denver’s top urban neighbourhoods, is a piece of art itself.”
What guests liked
- Helpful staff
- Comfortable beds
- Top location
- Excellent Wifi
Location
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Cycling
- - Fitness
- - Happy hour
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Outdoor fireplace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Visual aids: Braille
- - Visual aids: Tactile signs
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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