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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa vs The Westin Denver Downtown

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa is a historic 4.5-star downtown Denver landmark (since 1892) known for Afternoon Tea beneath an eight-story stained-glass atrium—good for history-minded travelers, couples, and visitors who want classic, full-service hotel dining and a full spa. The Westin Denver Downtown is an upscale 4-star full-service brand property near LoDo and Larimer Square—best for business travelers and visitors who want a large, modern downtown hotel with meeting space and a hotel pool.

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Exterior dusk view of The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa at a busy downtown intersection.

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa

Historic · Afternoon Tea · Full-service spa

Best for history, formal dining, and guests who want a distinctive downtown landmark and traditional hotel service.

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The Westin Denver Downtown, Denver, Colorado

The Westin Denver Downtown

Large downtown hotel · Meeting space · Indoor/outdoor pools

Best for travelers who want a centrally located chain hotel with significant meeting space, pools, and predictable brand amenities.

Quick Verdict: The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa vs The Westin Denver Downtown

When The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa wins: choose the Brown Palace if you value historic character, signature afternoon tea, multiple distinctive on-site restaurants and bars (Ship Tavern, Palace Arms, Churchill Bar, Grand Atrium), or a full-service on-site spa with steam rooms and specialty treatments.

When The Westin Denver Downtown wins: choose the Westin if you need lots of meeting or event space, want an on-site indoor and outdoor pool, prefer a large modern hotel with many room-type options and self/valet parking choices, or want to be a few steps from Larimer Square and 16th Street.

Bottom line: both are upscale downtown hotels within easy walking distance of Denver attractions. Pick The Brown Palace for historic atmosphere, dining variety, and a signature atrium tea experience; pick The Westin for brand consistency, larger meeting facilities, and pool access.

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The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa vs The Westin Denver Downtown – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa and The Westin Denver Downtown
CategoryThe Brown Palace Hotel and SpaThe Westin Denver Downtown
Overall vibeHistoric, formal, intimate-dining focusedModern, full-service, business- and events-oriented
Location (downtown)321 17th St — steps from the 16th Street Mall and Civic Center attractions1672 Lawrence St — steps from 16th Street, a short walk to Larimer Square and Union Station
Size (rooms)241–243 rooms across 9 floors430 rooms
Age / buildingHistoric landmark (opened 1892) in a red-brick Renaissance Revival buildingContemporary downtown high-rise (modern full-service brand property)
PoolsNo on-site swimming poolIndoor pool and outdoor pool (both on property)
Restaurants & barsFive distinct venues: Ship Tavern, Palace Arms, Churchill Bar, Grand Atrium tea/cocktail lounge, Brown Palace Coffee & Tea Co.On-site coffee bar (V's Coffee Bar), 1 restaurant/cafe and 1 bar/lounge (hotel listing); limited number compared with Brown Palace
Spa & wellnessThe Spa at The Brown Palace — six treatment rooms, couples suite, separate steam rooms/relaxation areas; complimentary fitness centerHealth or beauty spa nearby and a fitness center; Westin listing shows fitness facilities and spa services nearby
Meeting & event spaceAbout 19,000–28,000 sq ft across many historic event rooms (Grand Ballroom, Onyx Room, etc.) suited for weddings and private eventsLarge conference center with about 32,001 sq ft (conference center and meeting rooms)
ParkingValet-only parking (reported $66/day) with in-and-out privilegesSelf parking and covered valet parking available (fees apply)
Family policy / agesAll ages welcome; primary check-in guest must be 21; children 18 and younger stay free with existing beddingAll ages welcome (property is not adults-only); minimum check-in age 21 for the person booking may apply per brand policy

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Location: Brown Palace vs Westin Downtown

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa – Location

The Brown Palace sits at 321 17th Street in the heart of downtown Denver, a short walk to the 16th Street Mall, Civic Center Park and several cultural attractions.

  • About a 1–2 minute walk to the 16th Street Mall.
  • Close to the Colorado State Capitol and the Denver Art Museum.
  • Offers a complimentary hotel car service for trips within five miles of the property.

Choose the Brown Palace when you want immediate access to historic downtown Denver attractions and a landmark address.

The Westin Denver Downtown – Location

The Westin Denver Downtown is located at 1672 Lawrence St, steps from the 16th Street pedestrian corridor and within easy walking distance of Larimer Square and Union Station.

  • About 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Union Station per supplier highlights.
  • A short walk to Larimer Square, 16th Street and many downtown restaurants.
  • Close to the Colorado Convention Center and performing arts venues.

Choose the Westin for convenient access to LoDo, Larimer Square, and downtown nightlife and meeting hubs.

Rooms: Rooms & suites

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa – Rooms

The Brown Palace has ~241–243 rooms across nine floors with a mix of classic rooms and multiple named suites.

  • Room types include Room, City View; Signature Room, City View; Classic Room, City View; Executive Room, City View, and a range of suites (Beatles Suite, Presidential, Royal).
  • Top of the Brown rooms on the 8th and 9th floors were renovated in 2020.
  • In-room Wi‑Fi typically carries a surcharge unless you have loyalty status; check policies at booking.

Choose Brown Palace for historic rooms and named suites with city views and renovated top-floor rooms.

The Westin Denver Downtown – Rooms

The Westin offers 430 air-conditioned rooms with many traditional, deluxe, premium and suite options.

  • Room types include Traditional Room, 1 King Bed; Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View; Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mountain View); multiple accessible room variants and suites.
  • Pillowtop beds with premium bedding and in-room refrigerators are standard.
  • Wireless internet in-room is an optional paid amenity (surcharge noted).

Choose the Westin when you want many room-type choices, city or mountain views, and accessible room options.

Dining & drinks: Where to eat

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa – Dining & drinks

The Brown Palace focuses on several distinctive in-house dining venues ranging from casual to formal.

  • Ship Tavern — seafood and steak with a longstanding nautical theme (lunch and dinner).
  • Palace Arms — French-inspired fine dining with prix fixe dinner service (Tue–Sat).
  • Grand Atrium — daily Afternoon Tea beneath the stained-glass atrium; transforms to a cocktail lounge later in the day.

Choose the Brown Palace for multiple restaurant experiences and the signature Afternoon Tea in an historic atrium.

The Westin Denver Downtown – Dining & drinks

The Westin provides on-site café and bar options and simple grab-and-go choices plus cooked-to-order breakfast (fee applies).

  • V's Coffee Bar and an on-site coffee shop/cafe for snacks and coffee.
  • One bar/lounge is listed for evening drinks.
  • Cooked-to-order breakfasts available daily for a fee.

Choose the Westin for straightforward, convenient dining and brand-standard breakfast and café options.

Pools / signature amenity

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa – Pools / signature amenity

The Brown Palace does not have a swimming pool; its signature in-house amenity is the historic atrium and full-service spa.

  • No on-site pool — spa and fitness center are the primary wellness amenities.
  • The Grand Atrium and Afternoon Tea are a signature daily experience.
  • Complimentary fitness center with cardio machines and free weights is available to guests.

Pick Brown Palace if you prioritize historic public spaces and a full-service spa over pool access.

The Westin Denver Downtown – Pools / signature amenity

The Westin has both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool on property, giving guests pool options year-round.

  • Indoor pool and an outdoor pool (supplier listing verifies both).
  • Fitness facilities and wheelchair-accessible pool features are listed.
  • Pool access hours noted in property details (pool open 5:00 AM–10:00 PM per ‘know before you go’).

Pick the Westin if on-site swimming is important to your stay.

Wellness & nightlife

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa – Wellness & nightlife

The Brown Palace centers wellness around The Spa at The Brown Palace and offers classic bars for evening drinks.

  • Spa with six treatment rooms, couples suite, and separate steam rooms/relaxation areas; signature massages and facials offered.
  • Churchill Bar offers a cigar lounge experience with cocktails and a curated humidor.
  • Atrium evening cocktails and live piano or jazz at scheduled times.

Choose Brown Palace for a spa-focused stay paired with evening piano, cocktails, and a cigar lounge.

The Westin Denver Downtown – Wellness & nightlife

The Westin offers fitness facilities and proximity to downtown nightlife; a bar/lounge on-site covers late-evening drinks.

  • On-site fitness center and concierge services; spa services are listed as nearby or available through the property.
  • Close walking distance to Larimer Square and LoDo nightlife and restaurants.
  • On-site bar/lounge for evening drinks and a coffee bar for daytime.

Choose the Westin for fitness-first stays with easy, short walks to Denver’s bars and restaurants.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for historic atmosphere & classic dining
Wide view down into The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa's multi-level Grand Atrium lounge.

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa

The Brown Palace — choose it for the atrium tea, Palace Arms fine dining, Ship Tavern history and landmark setting.

Best for pools & family-friendly swim options
The Westin Denver Downtown, Denver, Colorado

The Westin Denver Downtown

The Westin Denver Downtown — it has both indoor and outdoor pools on property.

Best for large meetings & conferences
The Westin Denver Downtown, Denver, Colorado

The Westin Denver Downtown

The Westin — roughly 32,001 sq ft of conference space and many meeting rooms for events.

Best for on-site full-service spa
Entrance archway and ornate marble lobby detailing in The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa.

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa

The Brown Palace — The Spa at The Brown Palace with steam rooms, treatment rooms and signature therapies.

Frequently asked questions

The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa vs The Westin Denver Downtown: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for a wedding or private event?

Both hotels host events: The Westin offers a large modern conference center (~32,001 sq ft), while The Brown Palace provides a range of historic ballrooms and meeting rooms (Grand Ballroom, Onyx Room, etc.). Choose Brown Palace for historic character; choose The Westin for very large, modern event capacity.

Which property has a pool?

The Westin Denver Downtown has an indoor and an outdoor pool on property; The Brown Palace does not have a swimming pool.

Are either of these adults-only or beachfront?

No. Neither property is beachfront (Denver is landlocked) and both welcome guests of all ages (the primary check-in guest must be 21).

Which hotel is closer to Larimer Square and Union Station?

The Westin Denver Downtown is described as steps from Larimer Square and about 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Union Station; The Brown Palace is also centrally located but a short walk or brief ride to those same sites.

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