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“The crown jewel of Denver hotels since 1892, The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa remains one of the most luxurious (and most expensive) properties in town. Beyond us commoners, almost every U.S. President has stayed at The Brown Palace since Teddy Roosevelt first stayed in 1905.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Denver.
“Standing agape under the stained-glass-crowned atrium, it’s clear why this palace is shortlisted among the country’s elite historic hotels. There’s deco artwork, a four-star spa, imported marble and staff who discreetly float down the halls.”
“This is the historic high point of hotels in Denver. The Brown Palace’s doors opened in 1892 and in the 120-plus years of continuous operation, much has stayed the same. The lobby remains one for the ages, with iron grillwork panels surrounding the 8-story atrium on the way up to the ornate stained-glass dome.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Denver.
“Denver’s award-winning grand hotel is fit for kings. Indeed, King George V stayed here, as did the Beatles, Rolling Stones and nearly every president of the United States. The red sandstone triangular building – with a storied (and haunted) past – has been a city landmark since 1892.”
What guests liked
- Great staff
- Historic hotel
- Downtown location
- Boutique style
All you need to know
Located on 321 17th street, this four-star hotel offers the best of accommodation options for guests in the hotel. Brown Palace Hotel is located in Downtown Denver where it is close to some of the most famous attractions in the city. The Denver Zoo is just a 10-minute drive away from the hotel, while the Pepsi Center is just a 10-minute drive away from the hotel. The popular Coors Field is located at a distance of just a 5-minute drive away from the hotel. The closest airport to the hotel is the Denver International Airport which is located a little above 40 km away from the hotel.
The hotel offers luxurious and elegant accommodation for visitors in the city. The rooms are well-furnished and well-equipped with the latest in hospitality amenities and facilities. Some of the features in a typical Brown Palace Hotel room are a flat-screen TV with cable channels, free Wi-Fi, an iPod docking station, a minibar and a private bathroom. The private bathroom features thoughtful touches like bathrobes and bathroom slippers.
The hotel is decorated with the finest furniture and features white plush linens which blend perfectly with the elegant color of the room.
Guests can make use of the well-equipped fitness center. Here they can find professionals provided by the hotel to help keep them fit throughout their stay in the hotel. The hotel also offers a tasty breakfast or lunch after making reservations. The hotel has several on-site restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisines.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
1 January 2025
Passable
The Hotel itself was beautiful
We had booked a room with a king bed and seating area. I got a queen room with no sitting area.
10 December 2024
Exceptional
Historic hotel, excellent location easy walking to Denver civic center for the amazing Christkindll market and light display. The hotel was beautifully decorated for the holidays!
1 December 2024
Very poor
Classic hotel
No breakfast offered due to Christmas event
27 November 2024
Fantastic Hotel and Incredible Staff
Gorgeous Historic Hotel in the heart of Denver. Would like to thank Alex and Chari for their incredible customer service. They made our stay exceptional. Love the Christmas decor. Thank you.
Nothing.
13 November 2024
A little piece of perfect in Denver
Historical masterpiece—gorgeous inside
20 September 2024
Enjoyed Denver and the idea of the Brown hotel but wouldn't recommend staying there.
Interesting historic hotel.
Rooms are quite a bit seedy and in bad need of an update. Not at all in keeping with the price or the historic reputation.
17 September 2024
Fabulous
12 September 2024
Passable
The location was good.
Being ignored by valet. The shower door was very small to get in it. Housekeeping did not turn down the room Saturday morning. Needed an in room microwave. We did not receive breakfast or information on how to order breakfast. Overall very disappointing for money. Will definitely not return.
6 September 2024
Had to switch rooms. And no hot water is second room
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27 August 2024
I did not appreciate an ambiance of antiquity and customer service.
The valet service was delightful with attentive, gracious human beings, thank you!
The phone in our room was not working, (so no room service,etc.), the counter tops were dusty, there was a charge for WiFi, room service came at 5PM, there was 1 robe for a double bed room with 2 people, the concierge was not present
7 August 2024
Highly recommend for honeymoon/ romantic getaways
We stayed here for our wedding night and just had the absolute best time. The staff at the tavern made us feel truly celebrated and left us with huge smiles.
20 May 2024
Always a delight!
Always a wonderful stay, love the ambience and live music.
1 May 2024
Disappointing
Nice breakfast room, poor quality food and service. No concierge
The bathrooms are small and the shower pressure is poor. The room furnishings are dated.
23 April 2024
nice
very clean and nice staff
some outlits didnt work
29 March 2024
Definitely not the best bed in Denver.
The history of the hotel is amazing.
The room we received looked nothing like the pictures. The pictures show an updated room, and ours was not. There were holes in the walls in the bathroom where a towel rack used to be. The tub was half full of water from the leaking shower. I googled best beds in Denver, and I hate to say this, but by far, the worst bed I have ever slept in.
4 March 2024
Exceptional
Iconic hotel. Seeing people at high tea was great. I will have to book next time.
27 February 2024
Absolutely AMAZING!!!
Everyone was so polite, attention to detail, and helped me surprise my Fiance as well!! If we didn’t want to leave we wouldn’t have had to, they have everything!
There was nothing I didn’t like about the property
2 January 2024
Will not consider or recommend the Brown Palace again.
Location
The room - sink was broken and didn’t drain water, shower so small, door didn’t close all the way water leaked out. On site bars had little accommodation to guests. An event was planned for NYE but our party of 4 had terrible time finding 4 seats in a room full of hundreds we were told to find somewhere else. For guests of the hotel, even though we weren’t attending the event, and had hours before it even started, it was disappointing for sure. We did have rooms there and we did try to enjoy the hotel but didn’t feel very accommodated. I also requested 2 rooms close together over a month before check in, and upon arrival, told no rooms together we were on separate floors. I found that hard to believe that we were not informed until the moment of check in. Our friends room also had bathroom issues (shower issues specifically), With some room service, our one night stay was almost $1200 - i had higher expectations. We won’t be back and will not recommend.
26 December 2023
Pleasant
Great room service breakfast!!
2 December 2023
Pleasant
First room didn’t have electricity or heat and the staff didn’t alert us; the spa wasn’t accessible on the day we wanted to go
13 November 2023
Exceptional
Great food and staff. That atmosphere was great. So much history.
26 October 2023
Beautiful, yet over priced, old hotel with very small rooms and uncomfortable beds.
We ate breakfast one morning at the hotel restaurant and it was fabulous. The staff was exceptionally nice. It was a small issue but happened none the less - the wrong cheese was put on my Denver Omlette - the waiter said he would talk to the kitchen. The hotel main areas are beautiful and I loved the piano playing in the evening. Was nice to have an up to date fitness facility to use across the sky bridge. The location is good if you are not going to rent a car - lots of things in walking distance.
This hotel is over priced (maybe it's the location you pay for). The bed was not comfortable. The wi-fi was not free (free to bonvoy members but for what you pay it should be free anyway). The rooms are very small - we stayed in a room for 2 with a king bed - it was a small king. I will not stay here again and will not recommend - I would recommend staying somewhere else and visiting the hotel.
19 October 2023
Pleasant
OK. Beautiful hotel. Staff helpful, but do not always seem fully informed.
17 October 2023
Exceptional
The location was good and the hotel was magnificent
15 October 2023
Exceptional
Elegant.
21 September 2023
Exceptional
Historic. Great location. Lovely
17 September 2023
excellent
it was relaxed and enjoyable experience and met my expectations.
nothing it was all good.
24 August 2023
not so hot
it’s a beautiful historic property
A/C cooling unit had gone out for entire floors in days previous to our stay. we were not informed either ahead of time nor at checkin. It was unlivable and we chose not to stay. we were lucky we were local and had the choice. to be fair we were not charged
3 August 2023
Staff was SUPER friendly and always addressed us by our names. Our housekeeper was so sweet!
The history of the place. It’s location was nice and within walking distance of places we wanted to go.
The bathroom was too small but understandable for the age of the hotel.
23 July 2023
Elegant oasis from the past with modern service. A paradise.
didnt have breakfast, but love the lobby and high tea. TOUR WAS GREAT!!!
response from front desk lacking. ice machines were not working and asked for some ice to be sent to my room. never came. Phone didn't work (no battery in handset) but speaker ok.
12 May 2023
Exceptional
It is a beautiful building and the interior lobby is just gorgeous.
I would have like a few more outlets in the room. I could find the thermostat either so had to sleep in a hotter room than I would have liked.
5 May 2023
Our stay there was average
I was very disappointed in the breakfast. I thought my biscuits and gravy would be amazing and it was just ok. Biscuits were very overcooked and the gravy was greasy and almost inedible. Pancakes were just ok.
Service was very slow and seemed flustered
4 May 2023
Love the history and staff but will choose something else next time.
history and location
The room wasn’t as expected. There were a few things not up to expectations. the bathroom vanity needed maintenance, the box springs on the bed were just exposed instead of covered. We felt the small maintenance items and things that make a room look a step above we’re not done. We had made reservations to come and do brunch and found out the morning of our stay that brunch wasn’t in the restaurant AND doesn’t have good reviews since it was moved. We canceled that but would have liked that email prior to the day of.
8 April 2023
wonderful stay
Exquisite historical building, fabulous decor, fantastic spa, and elegant afternoon tea service (one of the best I’ve experienced )! Fun Cigar and Whiskey bar was like stepping back in time! The room was well equipped and the bed was very comfortable.
27 February 2023
Exceptional
This beautiful historical hotel is located right in the heart of downtown Denver within walking distance of shops on the 16th Street Mall and the Denver Art Museum. There is a wider range of food and beverage outlets. Staff were very friendly and helpful and assisted me with my needs and concerns. I loved exploring the different floors of the hotel, including the historical Dr Sun Yat Sen suite.
The bar gets very lively in the evening and you can hear the music in your room. But it all finishes well before 9 pm.
8 February 2023
can’t wait to come back!
beautiful decor, friendly staff. I would not have been happier!!
EVERYTHING 🥰❤️❤️
6 February 2023
we had the most beautiful weekend at the palace!
The hotel was absolutely gorgeous! the staff was top notch!
lobby restrooms needed work! everything seemed to be falling part.
24 August 2022
it was pleasant but given my past experience, this was time was fine.
I always had a great experience pre-Covid at the Brown. Inuse
felt the quality of the property has not been kept up
23 July 2022
Arrived after 14 hours of travel to be told at 4pm local that my room wasn't ready.
Staff were good.
Wait for room Bed very hard
19 June 2022
Our stay was fabulous!
We loved the music and drinks from four to seven, and the convenience of the restaurants.
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6 June 2022
Passable
Hardly anything.
The air conditioning was blowing full blast continuously. The room was ice cold . We told the front desk clerk. He said he would send an "engineer " to fix it. This man showed up after midnight, tried to fix it, but could not. So we spent a fitfull night cuddled up in the robes under the blankets. A little after 8:00 AM, another "engineer " knocked on the door, came in and shut the whole unit down. Too liitle, too late. We chose to get up, get some breakfast and leave. A horrible experience. And guess what else? It was our wedding night...spent in a freezing room where my new wife and I were putting on clothes to sleep together, rather than taking them off.
30 May 2022
probably would not recommend for the money.
it was rich in History.
pricing online was not what it was at property.
23 May 2022
A very special place. Nice all around.
Phone system could be updated.
12 May 2022
Terrible hotel and staff! The most disgusting impression!
Nothing! Never! Never! Never!
The thermostat did not work in the room, we were cold, we announced it, the master came, opened a piece of the wall and it turned out that the wall was covered with mold on the back side, it was dangerous for health, in our presence this person began to carry out various manipulations with taps, without repairing anything, he offered us to move to another room, if there is such a thing, I cleared my throat, since it was already night and our child and we were tired of moving. We were offered a heater that worked very poorly. As a result, in the morning we and our child caught a cold from the cold. In the morning I demanded a refund due to these inconveniences. I was politely sent to hell. Terrible hotel and staff! The most disgusting impression!
8 May 2022
fantastic gorgeous hotel with old world charm.
gorgeous. comfortable. top notch quality.
don’t like that they charge valet parking fees for overnight guests but not for clients who use day services such as spa.
26 April 2022
this was our second stay at this property, quality is clearly going down, the are just much nicer places to stay in Denv
location … not much else
lots of issues … bathroom fixture and water problems … not well taken care of by staff and house keeping
25 March 2022
Not impressed. We are first, and last, time visitors.
I thought breakfast was included with my package but turned out I got charged for breakfast.
Room was 85 degrees and thermostat was set at 68. Ran ceiling fan entire night with no relief.
4 March 2022
Great historic property desperately in need of a serious comprehensive upgrade.
Breakfast was very good but expresso machine no t working due to the cold weather and dining room was cold which the staff said had been true for several weeks due to the cold spell and inadequate heat systems..
Auto lobby leak in middle of foyer. cheap current to prevent wind blowing into the lobby. duct tape holding inspection panel in place in the elevator. called about hot water in the room- let the shower run for 5-10 mins was response. Poor bed. Room doors left over from the gold rush and likely provide no fire protection.
22 February 2022
Exceptional
The staff was excellent!! Our expectations for the hotel were very much exceeded! The staff went above and beyond to make our wedding night special!!
Everything was amazing!
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Minimarket on site
- - Paid WiFi
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hiking
- - Cycling
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
3 January 2025
Absolutely beautiful hotel, phenomenal all around. Great bakery located near lobby for breakfast