The Oxford HotelvsSonesta Denver Downtown
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, The Oxford Hotel scores significantly better than Crowne Plaza Denver. The Oxford Hotel comes in at 88 with endorsements from 14 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
The Oxford Hotel Show All Reviews
1600 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Designed by the architect Frank Edbrooke and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is one of Denver’s few hotels to have survived from the 19th century." Full review
Fodor's
"Civilized touches like complimentary shoe shines, afternoon sherry, and morning coffee remain." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Oxford is one of Denver's most notable historic hotels, ideally located in the lively LoDo neighborhood and in close proximity to area hot spots." Full review
Star Service
"The hotel is designed with a convincing Victorian bent that is unique in the city, and it is realized with enough good quality reproduction, art and antiques to impress grandma." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The redbrick exterior is classic; careful restorations have revealed false ceilings and silver chandeliers previously coated in paint."
Gayot
"The Oxford Hotel opened in 1891 and has been a favorite for local lodging ever since."
BlackBook
"If you think you deserve expensive antiques, servile attendants and a Bose sound system in every room, you'll feel right at home at The Oxford Hotel."
Jetsetter
"Victorian grande dame gone Wild West bawdy in Denver’s buzzy LoDo with a classic bar, seafood eatery and spa." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Denver’s oldest hotel blends old-fashioned charm with contemporary comforts in the hip historic district." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"History buffs will relish the romantic, Victorian styling and the individually decorated rooms that still use keys and boast clawfoot tubs." Full review
Sonesta Denver Downtown
1450 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO 80202
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Fitness Center
Gayot
"A tried-and-true chain offering downtown convenience to economy-minded travelers."
Oyster
Upscale
"One of the best-known and best-located hotels in Denver, the 364-room Crowne Plaza is an ideal upscale chain hotel for business travelers, families, and tourists." Full review