The 15 Best Hotels in Denver

"Understated opulence greets you the moment you walk through the doors of the 243-room Brown Palace, where you'll find an eight-story atrium surrounded by ornate cast-iron railings. The welcome manages to be both formal and inviting, a blend of elegance and casual atmosphere mimicked in the architecture of the Italian Renaissance building famous for its Colorado red granite exterior. Located in the heart of the Financial District, the Brown Palace is the city’s original luxury hotel, host to everyone from pop stars to presidents. A top-to-bottom makeover in 2015 invested $10.5 million to ensure that although the Brown Palace may be the city’s most storied hotel, its rooms are modern and comfortable. You’ll find sophisticated world travelers and a multigenerational blend of people who appreciate the hotel’s historic architecture and refined luxury." - Megan Barber, Nicholas DeRenzo