Amber L.
Yelp
We stayed two nights at the Queen Anne for a mini babymoon staycation. We love Denver and just wanted to get away to relax and enjoy some of the great downtown restaurants. We took advantage of a Living Social deal which made our visit very affordable. We really enjoyed our stay in the Fountain Room!
Upon arrival, we were checked in and given a tour of the B&B. In addition to the homemade breakfasts offered each morning, there is a complimentary 5-7 happy hour for all guests with red and white wine, cheese, crackers, and fruit. On our second evening, there were even warm, fresh baked chocolate chip cookies! We enjoyed stopping down for the happy hour before heading out for our evening dinner plans. The B&B has a book of menus and restaurant ideas for area restaurants, along with a binder listing local breweries. As locals, we already had our meals planned, but this is a great resource for out of town visitors who need restaurant ideas! They put thoughtful care into making sure their guests have a pleasant stay. Each morning, a fresh breakfast is offered, both a hot plate and a continental buffet with cereal, yogurt, fruit and some kind of muffin/bread. I found myself wishing that there was a pastry type offering, as two of the three muffin/bread options were very similar and earthy, with lots of grains and raisins. Novo coffee is served, along with a selection of local teas, and juice. The orange juice was delicious and I'm pretty sure it was fresh squeezed! There are two breakfast seatings, one from 7:15-8:15 and another from 8:15-9:15. The second seating was always more full, but they will accommodate guests at whichever time you request you request on the sign up sheet the day before. I only wish they offered a seating that began at 9:15, as we came to relax and rest and as parents of a preschooler who typically have to wake up early, we would have liked to sleep in later, but didn't want to miss their chef prepared breakfasts! The first morning we had a vegetable scramble with zucchini, mushrooms, tomato and cheese, served with toast and jam and fresh fruit. It was fresh and delicious! The second morning was an Indian themed breakfast with potato pancakes and an egg scramble with an Indian chutney on the side. Indian flavors aren't really my thing, so I didn't particularly enjoy the offering this morning. I had hoped we might get to enjoy the amazing waffles I had seen pictured on their website, but we missed out! I love that the B&B really makes an effort to source locally and even has gardens where they grow food for their cooking in season. The service both at breakfast and the happy hour is friendly and attentive.
The B&B was surprisingly quiet considering it is located right in the heart of the city! We did hear a lot of walking around in the room above us during the mornings and afternoons, so if that would be bothersome to you, I would suggest booking the top floor rooms. It was particularly warm for March, so we even slept with some windows open, but the city noise didn't bother us in the mornings. There is a school just down the street, but we didn't hear any traffic with that either. We appreciated that there was a fan available in our room. There are also fluffy white robes in the room. The bed was comfortable and there is care taken to be as green as possible. They do come and clean the rooms and make the bed each day, which was wonderful! We have stayed at other B&B's that do not offer room service. There is something extra luxurious about coming back to a room that has been straightened and fluffed. One of the reasons that we choose the fountain room was the large garden tub, wonderful for a relaxing bath!
The location of the B&B is a definite plus, with so much to see and do, as well as wonderful dining, very close by. There are plenty of restaurants within easy walking distance. It is right in the heart of the city, but still quiet and peaceful, and you feel secluded from the hustle and bustle while inside the B&B. I would love to visit again in the late spring or summer when all of their gardens and patios are in bloom! We had a lovely stay and would definitely return to the Queen Anne for a future getaway.