
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa
Best for classic Denver history, varied on-site dining (Afternoon Tea, Ship Tavern, Palace Arms) and a dedicated, traditional spa experience.
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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa is a downtown Denver landmark (since 1892) with historic rooms, multiple storied restaurants and a full-service spa—good for travelers who want history, formal dining and a central location. The Jacquard, Autograph Collection is an upscale boutique hotel in Cherry Creek with an outdoor pool and modern rooms—best for shoppers and visitors who want a quieter, polished neighborhood base near Cherry Creek Shopping Center.
Updated · about 2.4 km apart

Best for classic Denver history, varied on-site dining (Afternoon Tea, Ship Tavern, Palace Arms) and a dedicated, traditional spa experience.

Best for a modern boutique stay near Cherry Creek Shopping Center with an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center and contemporary meeting space.
When The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa wins: choose Brown Palace if you want a landmark hotel with multiple signature restaurants, historic public spaces (the stained-glass atrium) and a full-service spa with steam rooms and signature treatments.
When The Jacquard, Autograph Collection wins: pick The Jacquard if you prefer a polished boutique property in Cherry Creek with an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness facilities and easier access to high-end shopping.
Bottom line: both are upscale Denver choices; Brown Palace is the pick for history, formal dining and a traditional spa program in the heart of downtown, while The Jacquard is a more contemporary, neighborhood-focused option for shoppers and guests who want a pool and modern meeting facilities.
| Category | The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa | The Jacquard, Autograph Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, formal, landmark hotel with ornate public spaces | Contemporary upscale boutique hotel with polished, neighborhood style |
| Location | Downtown Denver—steps from the 16th Street Mall, near museums and the State Capitol | Cherry Creek—near Cherry Creek Shopping Center and Denver Botanic Gardens |
| Size (rooms) | 241–243 rooms across 9 floors | 201 air-conditioned rooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; primary guest checking in must be at least 21 | |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Outdoor pool (listed) |
| Restaurants & bars | Five on-site venues including Ship Tavern, Palace Arms, Churchill Bar and the Grand Atrium | Number of restaurants - 1; bar/lounge and poolside bar available |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at The Brown Palace: six treatment rooms, private couple's suite, separate steam areas and signature treatments | Not published |
| Meeting & events | Extensive historic event space (multiple ballrooms and ~20 event rooms; Grand Ballroom ~5,800 sq ft) | Conference space 714 sq meters (7,682 sq ft) and 8 meeting rooms |
| Fitness | Complimentary on-site fitness center with cardio machines and free weights | 24-hour fitness facilities (wheelchair-accessible fitness center listed) |
| Known for | Daily Afternoon Tea beneath an eight-story stained-glass atrium and long hotel history | Proximity to Cherry Creek Shopping Center and a polished boutique experience |
The Brown Palace sits in central downtown Denver, a short walk to the 16th Street Mall, museums and the State Capitol.
Stay here to be in the middle of downtown Denver’s main attractions and nightlife.
The Jacquard is located in Cherry Creek, close to the neighborhood’s shopping center and gardens.
Choose The Jacquard for easy access to Cherry Creek’s shops and quieter, neighborhood streets outside downtown.
Brown Palace rooms and suites reflect the hotel’s historic character and include several named suites.
Rooms vary from classic city-view rooms to large corner suites—good if you want classic hotel suites and history.
The Jacquard offers a range of modern room types, including signature and mountain-view suites.
Expect modern, well-equipped rooms with several accessible and corner / mountain-view options.
The Brown Palace has several long-established dining and bar venues ranging from casual to formal.
Pick Brown Palace if you want a wide variety of dining ambiances and historic restaurant experiences.
The Jacquard lists one main restaurant (Narrative) plus a snack bar/deli and bar/lounge options.
The Jacquard provides modern, streamlined dining with one main restaurant and casual options—good for convenience and neighborhood dining.
The Brown Palace does not have an on-site swimming pool but highlights a comprehensive spa instead.
If an on-site pool is important, Brown Palace is not the right pick; instead, its spa and location are the draws.
The Jacquard offers an outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness facilities for guests who prioritize on-site recreation.
The Jacquard suits travelers who want an on-site pool and modern fitness access in a boutique setting.
Brown Palace emphasizes a traditional, full-service spa plus several bar choices including a cigar lounge and an atrium cocktail space.
Brown Palace is for guests who want a formal spa program plus classic hotel bar experiences and live music options.
The Jacquard focuses on a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside atmosphere and a single restaurant/bar program.
Choose The Jacquard for fitness and pool access plus straightforward modern nightlife options nearby in Cherry Creek.

The Brown Palace—landmark building, Afternoon Tea in the atrium and multiple storied restaurants.

The Jacquard—steps from Cherry Creek Shopping Center and suited to guests who want a quieter neighborhood base.

The Jacquard—has an outdoor pool; Brown Palace does not have a pool.

The Brown Palace—extensive historic event spaces and several ballrooms including a 5,800 sq ft Grand Ballroom.
The Jacquard has an outdoor pool; The Brown Palace does not have a swimming pool.
The Brown Palace is in downtown Denver close to the 16th Street Mall, museums and the State Capitol; The Jacquard is in Cherry Creek, a short drive from downtown.
The Brown Palace offers The Spa at The Brown Palace with six treatment rooms, steam areas and signature treatments; a spa at The Jacquard is not published in the supplier listing.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages; note The Brown Palace requires the primary guest checking in to be at least 21.
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