The Best Luxury Hotels to Book in Denver, Colorado
Just 1mi (1.6km) above sea level, Denver is known for its laid-back, outdoorsy vibe, blue skies, and around 300 days of sunshine each year. Once a gold-mining camp, it’s now known as the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, attracting skiers to nearby Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen. Whether you’re jetting off to higher altitudes or staying in the city itself, these are the most luxurious hotels in Denver, Colorado.
1. Hotel Teatro, for classy dining
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A recently renovated 20th-century Renaissance Revival building in the heart of Denver’s music and theatre district, set against a Rocky Mountain backdrop, Hotel Teatro hits all the right notes. One of the best luxury hotels in Denver is home to hugely popular eatery The Nickel, as well as The Study, a gorgeous lounge, bar, and community space. The unique Denver experience you get here also includes a Craft Beer Concierge and a Charcuterie Concierge.
2. The Art Hotel Denver, for art at every turn
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The name is no idle boast. The Art Hotel in the arts district has curated artwork throughout to go with mountain and city views at every turn. Speaking of vistas, you can see downtown from a different vantage point at the fantastic rooftop bar and restaurant – a place where fresh, local ingredients form the backbone of a well-crafted menu and where you can sip cocktails around a dramatic fire sculpture.
3. The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, for 19th-century glamor
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5. The Crawford Hotel, for unusual amenities
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6. The Jacquard, for avant-garde cool
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Decorated with avant-garde sculptures and industrial beams, the Jacquard is a sophisticated, contemporary hotel with an unmissable rooftop pool and bar. Dine at Narrative, the hotel’s renowned restaurant where award-winning chef Paul Nagan whips up artistically presented Italian cuisine, such as the pan-seared scallops with sweet corn risotto, bacon, and green tomato relish. Its 750-bottle-strong wine library is something to behold.
7. The Ritz-Carlton Denver, for city views
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The Ritz-Carlton brand is synonymous with luxury, and its Denver location is no exception. With white, gold, and espresso tones, each spacious room has an oversize marble bathtub, an uber-soft feather bed and city views. Book a Mile High Massage, which utilizes CBD-rich oil, at the acclaimed on-site spa. Kids are also spoiled at the Ritz-Carlton with its City Camper, which includes an indoor tent rental, complete with coloring books and s’mores cupcakes.
8. Four Seasons Hotel Denver, for stellar service
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With panoramic views of the Rockies, the Four Seasons Hotel Denver is known for going above and beyond to accommodate your needs. The hotel concierge can arrange a morning of skiing, hiking, biking, rock climbing or fly fishing, depending on the season, followed by a gourmet picnic lunch in Golden. For the less action-minded, explore the boutique shops in Larimer Square, or savor a Colorado-ranch steak at the hotel’s acclaimed Edge Restaurant.
9. The Oxford Hotel, for attention to detail
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10. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver, for serene suites
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Pierre de Villiers contributed additional reporting to this article.
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