The Oxford HotelvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Denver
Both hotels are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Oxford Hotel ranks marginally better than The Ritz-Carlton, Denver. The Oxford Hotel is ranked #4 in Denver with approval from 14 reviews such as The Telegraph, Zagat and Afar Magazine.
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 Ritz-Carlton, Denver 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
Oyster
Luxury
"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
Zagat
4.7
"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