The Oxford HotelvsThe Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection scores significantly better than The Oxford Hotel. The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection is ranked #1 in Denver with praise from 18 sources like Star Service, Oyster and Rough Guide.
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
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection Show All Reviews
321 17th St., Denver, CO 80202
From $125/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Insight Guides
"Historic to the hilt. When it opened in 1892, it showed the country that the West could match Eastern sophistication."
Travel + Leisure
"Downtown landmark known for hosting American presidents; the property’s 1,320-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness center and upper floors were rennovated in 2010." Full review
Rough Guide
"Beautiful downtown landmark dating from 1892, with elegant dining rooms and public areas, as well as impeccable rooms. The eight-storey cast-iron atrium is stunning."
Star Service
"The Brown Palace is one of Marriott International's strongest links in their Autograph Collection brand, a unique collection of boutique-inspired hotels." Full review
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Accommodations, all facing outside—guests can choose the morning or afternoon sun—are done in mostly Victorian style, and look in fine shape after all soft goods were replaced in 2008.
BlackBook
"What do you and every president since Teddy Roosevelt have in common? If you stay in the Brown Palace, you’ll have slept under the same roof."
Zagat
4.0
""What a hotel should be" rave fans of this "quintessentially Denver" "classic", offering "luxury at its best" -- from the "beautiful" lobby to "delicious" on-site eats."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Denver’s most historic hotel, The Brown Palace has hosted presidents, royalty and celebrities since 1892." Full review
Gayot
"It has been completely modernized over the years but always with an eye to preserving its history."
Afar Magazine
"The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, a historic hotel in Downtown Denver offers guests a luxurious stay in an architecturally beautiful and well appointed building." Full review
Jetsetter
"Downtown stalwart rich in history, with six restaurants and bars, afternoon tea and a splurge-worthy spa." Full review