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A Denver Indulgence: Top AAA Diamond Hotels and Resorts

Updated: April 23, 2024

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AAA Travel Editor, CW

As an AAA member, you have access to some of the top-rated accommodations in the United States. Denver hotels are no exception. Whether seeking a sleek, modern high-rise or a chic yet simple boutique hotel, you’ll find some of the most luxurious lodgings in Denver.

Experience the best of Denver’s hospitality with these highly rated Diamond-designated hotels. Renowned for their prime location, amazing amenities, unbeatable value, and excellence, these hotels provide a grand getaway to the Mile High City. Book your next Colorado vacation at one of these AAA Diamond-designated hotels today.

Great Location

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Four Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 4-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $209+

With its recent $80M renovation, the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel gives travelers an unrivaled experience in the Mile High City. Whether your visit is for work or play, this hotel will provide prime access. With its heated rooftop pool and pet-friendly rooms that include height-adjustable desks and ergonomic chairs, you may not want to leave your room. But the proximity to so many Denver attractions is its real draw. The mile-long pedestrian promenade connects you to Denver’s 16th Street Mall, local parks, and sporting arenas. Take advantage of selected suites to get a breathtaking view of downtown Denver and be above it all.

Great Value

The Westin Westminster

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Four Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 4-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $134+ 

On the hunt for a AAA Four Diamond hotel that won’t break the bank? Look no further than Denver’s Westin Westminster. Located just 15 minutes from both Boulder and Denver, you can get upscale accommodations and still have access to abundant outdoor activities. You can continue to cut costs with a free shuttle to the surrounding area and Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. Each Westin Westminster room features great views of the Rocky Mountains and Westminster Nature Park as you relax in your Heavenly® Bed or Heavenly® Bath. In the morning, treat yourself to an affordable breakfast of modern-inspired native cuisine at Kachina Southwestern Grill.

Great Amenities

Grand Hyatt Denver

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Four Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 4-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $131+

Conveniently close to Coors Field, the theatre district, and 16th Street Mall, Grand Hyatt Denver has some of the most luxurious amenities right in the hub of Denver’s urban center. With a $28 M hotel transformation, guests can now gather in the living room-like lobby with its roaring fireplaces or gain 360-degree views in the Pinnacle Club. The 516 high-tech rooms feature dimming light sensors on the nightstand, high-speed wi-fi, and the Hyatt Grand Bed®. For fitness enthusiasts, you’ll find an outdoor running track that overlooks the city center. Take advantage of the contemporary newsroom-themed eateries by booking the breakfast buffet at the courier kitchen & bar or get a gourmet to-go meal at the courier market.

The Best of the Best

Le Meridien Denver Downtown

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Four Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 4-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $179+

Are you looking to get away from the standard corporate hotel? Look no further than Le Meridien Denver Downtown. This boutique hotel with European flair in the heart of downtown Denver gives you simple but stylish luxury. Try their Unlock Denver package, where your Le Meridien key card becomes your pass for some of the most sophisticated experiences in the city. Use it to savor a complimentary wine tasting or to view abstract art at the Clyfford Still Museum. Then hop on one of the hotel’s environmental-friendly bicycles and cruise down to Cherry Creek or Platte River Park for a picnic. Le Meridien Denver Downtown is style reimagined.

Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Four Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 4-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $179+

The Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center in Aurora, CO, is a mere 30-minute drive from Denver and 8.5 miles away from the Denver Airport. This recently constructed resort opened in 2018 and offers an unparalleled Denver vacation. The Gaylord Rockies Resort boasts a generous 500 sq. ft. of conference space and 1400 hotel rooms, including 150 suites, making it the perfect accommodation for work and family trips. There’s a spa for mom and plenty of activities for the kids, like escape rooms and scavenger hunts. And don’t forget Arapahoe Springs, the Gaylord Rockies waterpark with its indoor/outdoor pools, waterslides, and a lazy river. While dining at one of Denver’s local eateries inside the resort, you can even relish stunning views of the downtown cityscape.

The Ritz-Carlton Denver

·       AAA Diamond Designation: Five Diamond 

·       Hotel Class: 5-Star Hotel

·       Pricing for Standard Rooms: $419+ 

Indulge in the world-class luxury of the Ritz-Carlton Denver, which has received AAA’s most prestigious AAA Five Diamond award for 13 consecutive years. Located in downtown Denver, this urban oasis offers the city’s most spacious rooms and residential-style suites, providing a perfect retreat for those seeking luxury. Whether you’re a bride seeking a stunning wedding destination complete with upscale dining at Elway’s Downtown, spa pampering, and two ballrooms. Or you’re simply searching for relaxation in your room with featherbeds, down comforters, and a rejuvenating soak in an oversized tub, the Ritz Carlton Denver can fulfill your most decadent desires.

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Written by

AAA Travel Editor, CW

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