Thompson Denver

The American West has always been a landscape of quiet, sharp edges—a place where the sky pulls back to reveal something massive and indifferent, and where the light at dusk turns the color of old flint. To step inside The Thompson Denver is to feel that vast, moody poetry translated into stone, timber, and glass. It captures the exact, melancholic cool of Colorado, a state that balances the weight of the old peaks with the crisp, mid-century sharpness of modern design. The Thompson understands this aesthetic better than anyone else. It avoids the tired, predictable traps of alpine kitsch, choosing instead a palette that feels like a crisp dusk in the foothills—deep, shadowy, and utterly grounded. It is a space designed for the modern drifter who appreciates both the bite of the mountain air and the comfort of a flawless leather chair. The true soul of a place, however, is not found in the architecture, but in the people who anchor it. At the front desk, Mina was an absolute revelation. She possessed that rare, quiet competence that feels almost mythic, anticipating my needs before they had even fully formed in my mind. With professional grace and a warm, genuine friendliness, Mina guided me through a myriad of discounts and complimentary experiences that elevated the entire stay. Among these unexpected privileges were complimentary day passes to the nearby Athletic Club, a phenomenal facility located just a few blocks away, right next door to The Ritz-Carlton, which provided the perfect, vigorous counterpoint to the hotel's relaxed luxury. Mina and the rest of the team worked a quiet magic, upgrading me to a beautiful corner room on the tenth floor. Standing in that room, one is instantly struck by the cinematic gravity of the space. With those gigantic, floor-to-ceiling windows allowing the Denver skyline to melt directly into the stunning, dark-hued room, I felt a bit like Michael Fassbender in the movie Shame—brooding, hyper-stylish, and entirely exposed to the seductive pulse of the city below. The room itself was anchored in sensory perfection, down to the choice of bath products. Providing D.S. and Durga Bowmakers amenities is a masterstroke; that rich scent of mahogany, walnut, and worn violin varnish perfectly mirrors the hotel's dark, intellectual Western aesthetic. Watching the shadows stretch across the Front Range while enveloped in that rich, woody aroma felt like watching a classic piece of Western literature unfold in real-time. The Thompson Denver does not just offer a place to sleep; it offers a vantage point over the great expanse, curated with a brilliant, moody sophistication.

Hotel staff, restaurant, room cleanliness, and location were all great. Block from comedy works, 30 minutes from Red Rocks. Valet was slow.

The Thompson Hyatt in Denver has a fantastic location in LoDo, right by Larimer Square. The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and eager to help, and the room was very clean, which we appreciated. That said, the room itself was very small, and the beds and pillows were among the most uncomfortable we’ve experienced. For a hotel charging over $500 per night, the sleep experience really should be much better. We also ran into an issue trying to rent a movie because the hotel apparently lost its DirecTV contract. Thankfully, we were able to stream from my phone, but it was still surprising for a hotel at this price point. There is also no pool and not much in the way of amenities. And then there’s the “destination fee.” Since they can’t really justify a resort fee or amenity fee, this appears to be their version of one. What exactly is a destination fee? By definition, if I’m staying at your hotel, it’s already part of my destination. Hotel fees in general have gotten completely out of control, and this one felt especially bogus. Overall, the location, staff, and cleanliness were excellent and almost bring this property into 5-star territory. Unfortunately, the uncomfortable beds and pillows, lack of amenities, and blatant extra fees keep it from being a top-tier experience. For the price, I expected much more. It felt a bit like a La Quinta with a great location and very nice staff.

We stayed at the Thompson on a quick trip to Denver for pleasure, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The hotel is lovely and comfortable. We were wowed by the food at Chez Maggy, and our server, Bailey, was incredible! We weren't really upgraded with my Globalist status, so maybe don't expect that, but the breakfast was great! Looking forward to a return visit.

Good things: clean, well maintained, good food and drinks, friendly staff, good location. Bad: they will include a 20% fee on all food and beverage purchases, and only inform you when the bill comes. We did not see any sign indicating this as is required by law in colorado. I dont mind tipping, but who knows where this fee is going. Also, we were on the 3rd floor and you can hear the DJ and club music very clearly until after 1:30AM. Unacceptable at the rates charged here. Interesting: some of the hallways signs are 3d printed, as an enthusiast I thought that was neat to see. Overall: Stay at the Sheraton.