The Hornet

Nestled in a chic high-rise, this sophisticated Ritz-Carlton offers luxe rooms, a plush steakhouse, a serene spa, and top-notch service in downtown Denver.

Ornate suites in a 19th-century mansion offering free breakfast & afternoon wine, plus a cozy pub. Housed in a 19th-century senator's mansion in historic Capitol Hill, this upscale, all-suite hotel with a grand, hand-carved oak staircase is a 10-minute walk from Colorado State Capitol and a 14-minute walk from Denver Art Museum. The 9 ornate, individually themed suites feature elegant furnishings. All have desks, plus free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. Some add 4-poster beds, minifridges, patios, and claw-foot or whirlpool tubs. Complimentary amenities include a continental breakfast buffet and afternoon wine. There's a wraparound porch and a courtyard, as well as a cozy pub, and a reading room with an original stained-glass window.

Step into Ludo Lefebvre's chic French haven at Thompson Denver, where refined dishes like trout almondine and caviar-topped omelets shine in a cozy setting.

Bar serving beer, wine, cocktails & light bites in a chic, modern space with wood accents & plants.

A cozy 1945 establishment, this burger haven serves up build-your-own delights and a stellar beer selection in a lively, inviting atmosphere.

"A 5th Street Group concept. Church and Union features Modern-American Cuisine by Top Chef alum Chef Partner Jamie Lynch and Chef Partner Adam Hodgson. Brought to you by the team from Church and Union Charleston, Tempest, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Pizza + Bar, Church and Union Charlotte, and La Belle Helene."

Hip, bi-level destination with an upscale sushi bar & craft cocktails, plus omakase meals.

Family-run Italian eatery serving fresh pasta, pizza & traditional dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.

A cozy gem serving up airy, wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, fresh oysters, and creative cocktails in a laid-back setting with a fun outdoor vibe.

Bruto is a cozy chef's table in Denver serving a rotating tasting menu of inventive, sustainable dishes that promise an unforgettable culinary journey.