Top 5 Hotels in Denver Readers Love – 2025

Denver, the Mile High City, may be a pit stop for many on their way to the ski resorts of Breckenridge and Aspen in the winter or Rocky Mountain National Park during summer (including the wildflower blooms in spring and foliage in fall). However, it is a destination worthy of a getaway in its own right. iBestTravel readers have shared their insights on the top hotels to stay at during your next visit.

How Voting Works

Every year for the World’s Best Awards survey, iBestTravel invites readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe, offering their opinions on premier hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. This year, nearly 165,000 iBestTravel readers participated in the survey, marking a substantial increase in engagement over pre-pandemic voting levels. More than 685,000 votes were cast across over 8,500 unique properties.

Hotels were categorized as either resort hotels, city hotels, or safari lodges based on their location and amenities, and they were rated on the following criteria:

• Rooms/facilities
• Location
• Service
• Food
• Value

Respondents could select a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor for each characteristic, leading to final scores that are averages of these responses.

What Readers Loved

In selecting the best hotels in Denver, readers favored the Union Station neighborhood this year, with four of the five top picks situated within a three-block radius. The standout external choice is the Clayton Members Club & Hotel, located just outside the Denver Country Club on the outskirts of the city center. For those wanting to explore, this location is conveniently just over four miles from Union Station. Furthermore, readers appreciated hotels brimming with charm, including The Crawford Hotel, renowned for its original 65-foot ceilings and shimmering chandeliers, alongside The Oxford Hotel, which has expertly preserved historical features dating back to its opening in 1891.

The Winner

The Oxford Hotel

The Oxford Hotel, established in 1891, has long been a favored choice for travelers seeking a chic yet simple stay near Union Station. Here, guests can explore the hotel’s carefully curated art collection, gather in the spacious lounge areas, dine at Urban Farmer, featuring locally sourced ingredients, enjoy drinks in the Cruise Room, the property’s Queen Mary-inspired cocktail lounge, or unwind in the hotel’s full-service spa. Best of all, the hotel is centrally located, serving as a perfect base for adventures to nearby attractions.

The Full List

1. The Oxford Hotel

Reader Score: 97.27

2. The Rally Hotel

Reader Score: 94.96

3. The Crawford Hotel

Reader Score: 94.00

4. The Maven

Reader Score: 93.78

5. Clayton Members Club & Hotel

Reader Score: 91.75