Pros
- Large, stylish rooms with 37-inch flat-screen TVs
- Bright, quirky decor
- Free wine hour every evening, and free coffee and tea bar every morning
- Great central location in downtown Denver
- Excellent day spa
- Fitness center and free guided power walks
- Pets of all sizes welcome for no extra fee
Bottom Line
This upscale boutique delivers all the fundamentals of the Kimpton chain: bright, quirky decor, a free nightly wine hour, and an open-arms pet policy. The day spa is recognized as one of the best in Denver, and rooms are stylish, with 37-inch flat-screen TVs. But bathrooms are a bit run-of-the-mill by comparison: small, with shower/tub combos.
Hotel & Amenities Photos
Amenities
- Cribs
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Spa
Scene
Upscale boutique with funky, Art-Deco-inspired decor
The Hotel Monaco delivers wow factor as soon as you enter the main doors. The lobby is richly decorated with contrasting and, at times, clashing fabrics, prints and textures. Not a single chair or couch in the main sitting area matches, either in shape or textile, and the walls are covered in red-and-pink striped wallpaper and bright green recessed bookshelves. And surprisingly, the contrasting funkiness works. The most impressive feature is the geometric, hand-painted ceiling, which anchors the room's style.
The quirky, Arto-Deco-inspired decor continues into the rooms, which are as rich and over-the-top as the lobby, with large headboards, satiny drapes, dark wood and contrasting prints and textures. The overall feel is fun and welcoming, and the free daily wine hour where guests can mingle furthers that experience.
The buildings in which the hotel is housed have historic origins: the Railway Exchange Building dates to 1917, and the Art Moderne Title Building dates to 1937.
Location
In downtown Denver, within walking distance of the Colorado Convention Center and the popular 16th Street Pedestrian Mall
The Hotel Monaco is located in the Central Business District of downtown Denver, just south of the Lower Downtown District (LODO), and within walking distance of many major attractions.
The 16th Street Pedestrian Mall and the Colorado Convention Center are both a short walk away. Other frequented downtown attractions include the Denver Mint, the State Capitol Building, Coors Field, and Denver's renowned microbreweries.
- 30-minute taxi or shuttle from the Denver International Airport
- 5-minute walk to to the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall
- 10-minute walk to the Colorado Convention Center
- 11-minute walk to the closest microbrewery, Great Divide Brewing
- 15-minute walk to the U.S. Denver Mint
- 5-minute drive to the Denver State Capitol
- 6-minute drive to Coors Field
- 7-minute drive to Elitch Gardens Amusement Park, Denver Aquarium, Pepsi Center
- 1-hour drive to closest ski area, Loveland Ski Area
- 1.5-hour drive to Estes Park, gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park
Rooms
Large rooms with quirky, rich decor, but less impressive bathrooms
Hotel Monaco's big rooms are dramatic, luxurious, and large -- they start at 375 square feet. Unfortunately the bathrooms were not fully upgraded when the hotel completed renovations in February 2011, and the shower/tub combos have older showerheads and faucets.
- Bold decor includes oversized headboards, wild animal prints, and bright, contrasting colors.
- Frette linens and down comforters
- 37-inch flat-screen TVs
- Bathrooms have granite countertops, modern sinks, and high-end Aveda bath products. But they're a bit small, and shower/tub combos have outdated fixtures.
- Fishbowl with Kimpton signature goldfish in each room (when requested)
- Animal print bathrobes
- Coffee/tea makers in every room
- Fully stocked snack bar and locked minibar
Features
An excellent day spa and free nightly wine hours
One of the most unique features of the Hotel Monaco is the private wine cellar and barrel room, available for private events and located on the lower level of the hotel. With barrels built into the walls and rustic wood furniture, you might think you're in a small villa in Tuscany rather than Denver.
- Veda Spa, a day spa with Aveda products, a Vichy wet room, a salon, and free tea
- Free wine hour every day, and a free coffee and tea bar every morning
- 24-hour fitness center is well-stocked with modern machines that have iPod docks and TV screens
- Valet parking only (with a fee), and a steep discount discount for hybrid vehicles
- Lots of kid-friendly extras: welcome gifts at check-in, cribs and Playards available for loan, in-room child safety kits (with outlet covers, toilet latches, and nightlights), and highchairs and booster seats in the restaurant
- 3,600 square feet of customizable meeting space, including a private wine cellar with catering options for up to 50 people
- No pool
- Pet-friendly; pets of all sizes are allowed for no added fee, and the hotel offers loaner water and food bowls as well as pet spa packages
- Free weekly guided power walks through downtown Denver
All-Inclusive / Food
A popular Italian restaurant
- Panzano serves northern Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Free nightly wine hour
This Hotel Also Featured In
4 Great American Beer Cities and What to Do in Each
History buffs, put your thinking caps on: What historical event took place on April 7? Stumped? Today marks the day that President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Cullen-Harrison Act, which set into the motion the repeal of prohibition. Roosevelt’s famous statement on the Act: “I think this would be a good time for a beer.”…
The Country's Top 10 College Towns
Walk around any college campus at the beginning of a new school year, and you’ll feel the energy and excitement. (Trust us. We walk through Washington Square Park every morning on the way to our Oyster offices.) A new year brings new opportunities; it’s a fresh start and a blank slate, and particularly at the…
Labor Day Weekend Travel: 8 Must-See, A-Ma-Zing Parades
Sure, Labor Day has come to be synonymous with the beach and end-of-summer parties, but it’s actually a holiday with more industrious beginnings. In 1882, the first Labor Day was held in New York City to create a holiday for workers, thanks to the efforts of the Central Labor Union; the group wanted a day…
Fourth of July Travel: The Best Independence Day Celebrations from Coast to Coast
The 4th of July falls on a Friday this year, so it’s the perfect excuse to turn the holiday into an extended weekend vacay! We’ve honed in on some cities that are fun to visit at just about any time of year, but if your trip falls over the long weekend, it’ll be amped up…
10 Summer Music Festivals You Can't Miss
This weekend, New York City will truly be the “City That Never Sleeps” as throngs of locals and visitors alike rock out at the fourth annual Governor’s Ball. This three day music fest features headliners Outkast, Jack White, and Vampire Weekend, as well as dozens of others from across the musical spectrum. And next weekend,…
The 7 Best Cities for Beer
The number of local craft breweries is at an all-time high in the United States. From coast to coast (and everywhere in-between), privately-owned breweries are producing delicious brews for every palate. Hoppy IPAs, robust ales, and refreshing pilsners are just some of the offerings on parade, and lucky for beer aficionados, many of these breweries…
Fact or Fakeout: Stealing Hotel Furniture, a Jail-Turned-Hotel, and More!
The exterior of the Lloyd Hotel; Amsterdam 1. FACT OR FAKEOUT? Amsterdam’s Lloyd Hotel and Cultural Embassy once operated as a Nazi-run jail during the German occupation. 2. FACT OR FAKEOUT? American travelers admit that the hotel items they are most likely to steal are pieces of furniture like lamps and artwork. (Ed. note: Not…
Celebrate Newly Passed Laws Across the U.S.
America has spoken! The faces of our government may not have changed too much in recent days, but some of the laws that make it up sure have. After all, the 2012 elections brought about a lot of firsts on the national and state level, including (but not limited to) famous victories in Colorado and…
Oktoberfest 2012: The Best Biers and Brats Across the Globe
Prost! Oktoberfest attendees cheers in Munich. Credit: Nikada/iStockPhoto
Scene
Upscale boutique with funky, Art-Deco-inspired decor
The Hotel Monaco delivers wow factor as soon as you enter the main doors. The lobby is richly decorated with contrasting and, at times, clashing fabrics, prints and textures. Not a single chair or couch in the main sitting area matches, either in shape or textile, and the walls are covered in red-and-pink striped wallpaper and bright green recessed bookshelves. And surprisingly, the contrasting funkiness works. The most impressive feature is the geometric, hand-painted ceiling, which anchors the room's style.
The quirky, Arto-Deco-inspired decor continues into the rooms, which are as rich and over-the-top as the lobby, with large headboards, satiny drapes, dark wood and contrasting prints and textures. The overall feel is fun and welcoming, and the free daily wine hour where guests can mingle furthers that experience.
The buildings in which the hotel is housed have historic origins: the Railway Exchange Building dates to 1917, and the Art Moderne Title Building dates to 1937.
Location
In downtown Denver, within walking distance of the Colorado Convention Center and the popular 16th Street Pedestrian Mall
The Hotel Monaco is located in the Central Business District of downtown Denver, just south of the Lower Downtown District (LODO), and within walking distance of many major attractions.
The 16th Street Pedestrian Mall and the Colorado Convention Center are both a short walk away. Other frequented downtown attractions include the Denver Mint, the State Capitol Building, Coors Field, and Denver's renowned microbreweries.
- 30-minute taxi or shuttle from the Denver International Airport
- 5-minute walk to to the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall
- 10-minute walk to the Colorado Convention Center
- 11-minute walk to the closest microbrewery, Great Divide Brewing
- 15-minute walk to the U.S. Denver Mint
- 5-minute drive to the Denver State Capitol
- 6-minute drive to Coors Field
- 7-minute drive to Elitch Gardens Amusement Park, Denver Aquarium, Pepsi Center
- 1-hour drive to closest ski area, Loveland Ski Area
- 1.5-hour drive to Estes Park, gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park
Rooms
Large rooms with quirky, rich decor, but less impressive bathrooms
Hotel Monaco's big rooms are dramatic, luxurious, and large -- they start at 375 square feet. Unfortunately the bathrooms were not fully upgraded when the hotel completed renovations in February 2011, and the shower/tub combos have older showerheads and faucets.
- Bold decor includes oversized headboards, wild animal prints, and bright, contrasting colors.
- Frette linens and down comforters
- 37-inch flat-screen TVs
- Bathrooms have granite countertops, modern sinks, and high-end Aveda bath products. But they're a bit small, and shower/tub combos have outdated fixtures.
- Fishbowl with Kimpton signature goldfish in each room (when requested)
- Animal print bathrobes
- Coffee/tea makers in every room
- Fully stocked snack bar and locked minibar
Features
An excellent day spa and free nightly wine hours
One of the most unique features of the Hotel Monaco is the private wine cellar and barrel room, available for private events and located on the lower level of the hotel. With barrels built into the walls and rustic wood furniture, you might think you're in a small villa in Tuscany rather than Denver.
- Veda Spa, a day spa with Aveda products, a Vichy wet room, a salon, and free tea
- Free wine hour every day, and a free coffee and tea bar every morning
- 24-hour fitness center is well-stocked with modern machines that have iPod docks and TV screens
- Valet parking only (with a fee), and a steep discount discount for hybrid vehicles
- Lots of kid-friendly extras: welcome gifts at check-in, cribs and Playards available for loan, in-room child safety kits (with outlet covers, toilet latches, and nightlights), and highchairs and booster seats in the restaurant
- 3,600 square feet of customizable meeting space, including a private wine cellar with catering options for up to 50 people
- No pool
- Pet-friendly; pets of all sizes are allowed for no added fee, and the hotel offers loaner water and food bowls as well as pet spa packages
- Free weekly guided power walks through downtown Denver
All-Inclusive / Food
A popular Italian restaurant
- Panzano serves northern Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Free nightly wine hour
Hotel & Amenities Photos
Best Rates
Amenities
-
Air Conditioner
-
Airport Transportation
-
Babysitting Services
-
Beauty / Hair Salon
-
Business Center
-
Cable
-
Concierge
-
Cribs
-
Dry Cleaning
-
Fitness Center
-
Internet
-
Jacuzzi
-
Kids Allowed
-
Laundry
-
Meeting / Conference Rooms
-
Pets Allowed
-
Room Service
-
Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
-
Spa
-
Swim-Up Bar
-
Tennis Court
Disclaimer: This content was accurate at the time the hotel was reviewed. Please check our partner sites when booking to verify that details are still correct.