The Ritz-Carlton, DenvervsThe Westin Denver Downtown
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Denver ranks significantly higher than The Westin Denver Downtown. The Ritz-Carlton, Denver comes in at 87 with endorsements from 11 publications including Forbes Travel Guide, BlackBook and Travel + Leisure.
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
The Westin Denver Downtown
1672 Lawrence St., Denver, CO 80202
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This sleek, luxurious high-rise opens right onto the 16th Street Mall and all the downtown action." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Westin Denver Downtown, conveniently located next to the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall, is quite like a Westin anywhere, with contemporary but generic rooms and a bevy of solid amenities." Full review
Star Service
"The Westin generally stays within the domain of business travelers, though the occasional visiting musicians and professional sports teams drop in." Full review
Gayot
"This is the hotel of choice for upscale business and leisure travelers who want to be in the middle of lower downtown's lively restaurant and club scene."
Zagat
4.0
"Tucked in a "perfect Downtown location for business or shopping", this "lovely" high-rise chain outpost excels with "excellent" accommodations."
Afar Magazine
"Next to the 16th Street mall, we offer 430 guest rooms featuring Westin's Signature Style and the Westin Heavenly Bed® so you can recharge." Full review