When I started planning my trip to Denver, the Mile High City, I was thrilled to find a Ritz-Carlton in downtown Denver! Having stayed at a few Ritz-Carlton properties, I have grown to love their service and hospitality. This particular property, The Ritz-Carlton Denver, boasts of the largest standard hotel rooms in Denver. A whole whooping 550 sq ft, which is practically the size of some apartments on the market right now! The hotel’s prime location not only offers easy access to many restaurants and sites like the historic Larimer Square or the famous stadium Coors Field but also a sweeping view of the city. I decided to pay a visit during my recent Denver trip.
Upon walking up to the entrance, the doormen quickly smiled, nodded at me and ushered me into the hotel. In the lobby, a big beautiful blue staircase leading up to their ballrooms and meeting rooms caught my eye. To the left was The Ritz Carlton Denver’s signature dining option – Elway’s Steakhouse. To the right was the front desk for check-in and guest services. The champagne-silver and deep blue colors throughout the hotel were a nice touch and a mix of contemporary and luxury feels, and I learned that The Ritz Carlton Denver recently renovated in 2017.
After checking in with the front desk, I was accompanied to my room on the 14th floor, which offered a lovely city view of downtown! The room itself certainly felt spacious. The bathroom had both a marble tub and a separate walk-in shower with an overhead rain shower. Next to the shower was another small room for the toilet. Random fun fact – their mirrors are actually steam-free! I never knew such mirrors existed, but as I love to take HOT showers that steam up the ENTIRE room, I felt like this was a pleasant surprise!
In the short hallway leading from the bathroom to the bed, I found some terry robes hanging in the closet and a small stand with a Nespresso machine, an honor bar, and a mini-fridge. Throughout the room, there were complimentary Ritz-Carlton-labeled water bottles. The decently sized flat-screen TV had several streaming services available, though you have to log in with your own account. Not a problem, as I quickly caught up on some Netflix original shows (anyone else watching the crazy “You” right now?!) while lounging on their comfy bed with 400-thread-count linens. I called the front desk once to ask for something, and they answered the phone right away. I love how quick they are to try to help their guests! Even when I was in the lobby waiting for my elevator, one of the staff from concierge services offered to put together an itinerary for me if I didn’t have plans already. If only I knew sooner – I would’ve left the planning to them!
The Ritz-Carlton Denver is more of a business hotel, so it doesn’t offer all the amenities that one of their Residencies or resort properties do. However, if you’re looking to relax beyond the comforts of your fluffy bed and spacious room, there is a full-service spa with a steam room and a salon. Time to pamper ourselves, ladies! Or if you’re anything like me and need to work out regularly, you’ll find a nice gym with treadmills, bikes, weights, and several workout machines. They have a separate gym too that you can pay to use, which I believe has more equipment and also overlooks the streets of downtown! In addition, The Ritz-Carlton Denver offers a terrific dining option! Elway’s Downtown, a steakhouse named after Denver’s former quarterback John Elway is located right in the lobby, and their food is delicious! Think perfectly cooked steaks, lobster tails, and lamb fondue. (Review to come soon!).
Unfortunately, most hotels charge a parking fee now due to all the rising costs. If you’re planning on driving your own car instead of taking an Uber/Lyft, note that the parking at The Ritz-Carlton Denver costs $50 for overnight valet parking or $30 daytime parking. There are also several garage structures nearby and street parking if you’re planning to stay for just a few hours.
Overall, I greatly enjoyed my stay here! The Ritz Carlton Denver felt like an excellent place to stay given its central location, spacious rooms, attentive service, and delicious steakhouse!
