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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph CollectionvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Denver
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. On balance, The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection scores significantly higher than The Ritz-Carlton, Denver. The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection ranks #1 in Denver with approval from 18 publications such as Oyster, Rough Guide and Insight Guides.
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Star Service
BlackBook
Zagat
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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."
Zagat4.0
""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
The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster Star Service Gayot BlackBook Forbes Travel Guide Zagat Jetsetter Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
1881 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202
From $382/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "The existing hotel... was rebuilt to the exacting standards of the Ritz-Carlton... It now features the brand's distinctive style and a long list of perks for guests." Full review
Fodor's "This beautiful property features warm woods, elaborate glass fixtures, and luxurious details, and the pampering service is typical of the chain." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 202-room, sophisticated luxury property has a prime downtown location, upscale rooms that are the largest in Denver, and a popular steakhouse." Full review
Star Service "Designed to satisfy the most demanding clientele, the Ritz-Carton is one of the city's most popular and luxurious hotels." Full review
Gayot "Opened in early 2008, the Ritz-Carlton represents the best of what Denver has to offer, with Rocky Mountain views and a cosmopolitan Downtown corridor locale."
BlackBook "The rooms, service, ambiance are of course unmatched but views of the Rocky Mountains are simply breathtaking."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"It’s the numbers that speak for this Ritz-Carlton’s luxury: 400-thread-count Frette linens, 550-square-foot and larger guest rooms, and 24-hour room service." Full review
Zagat4.7
"Besotted guests gush this "top-notch" choice is the "best hotel in Denver", "fancy" for sure with quarters "you would expect" from the Ritz."
Jetsetter "High-rise haven in downtown Denver with a swank steakhouse and sprawling spa." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Ritz-Carlton has an earned reputation for luxury, and its Denver outpost offers a relaxing oasis from the bustle of the city with some of the largest hotel rooms—more than 500 square feet—in town." Full review
