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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection vs The Ritz-Carlton, Denver

Both properties are rated very highly by experts. On balance, The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection scores significantly higher than The Ritz-Carlton, Denver. The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection ranks #1 in Denver with approval from 18 publications such as Oyster, Rough Guide and Insight Guides.

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
9 / 10
321 17th St., Denver, CO 80202
From $125 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Historic to the hilt. When it opened in 1892, it showed the country that the West could match Eastern sophistication."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Downtown landmark known for hosting American presidents; the property’s 1,320-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness center and upper floors were rennovated in 2010." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Beautiful downtown landmark dating from 1892, with elegant dining rooms and public areas, as well as impeccable rooms. The eight-storey cast-iron atrium is stunning."
Star Service Star Service
"The Brown Palace is one of Marriott International's strongest links in their Autograph Collection brand, a unique collection of boutique-inspired hotels." Full review
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Accommodations, all facing outside—guests can choose the morning or afternoon sun—are done in mostly Victorian style, and look in fine shape after all soft goods were replaced in 2008.
BlackBook BlackBook
"What do you and every president since Teddy Roosevelt have in common? If you stay in the Brown Palace, you’ll have slept under the same roof."
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The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
8 / 10
1881 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202
From $382 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The existing hotel... was rebuilt to the exacting standards of the Ritz-Carlton... It now features the brand's distinctive style and a long list of perks for guests." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This beautiful property features warm woods, elaborate glass fixtures, and luxurious details, and the pampering service is typical of the chain." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 202-room, sophisticated luxury property has a prime downtown location, upscale rooms that are the largest in Denver, and a popular steakhouse." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Designed to satisfy the most demanding clientele, the Ritz-Carton is one of the city's most popular and luxurious hotels." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Opened in early 2008, the Ritz-Carlton represents the best of what Denver has to offer, with Rocky Mountain views and a cosmopolitan Downtown corridor locale."
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