Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver by IHG
Eclectic downtown hotel one block from 16th Street Mall, with in-room yoga mats and an acclaimed Italian restaurant.
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver is a boutique downtown property featuring eclectic design, comfortable beds with soft pillows, and thoughtful extras like in-room yoga mats and fast Wi-Fi. Its 17th Street location sits one block from the 16th Street Mall and within walking distance of Union Station and the convention center. Onsite Italian restaurant Panzano draws high marks for its cocktails and tiramisu. However, guests express frustration over steep morning meal prices, such as a $16 continental breakfast of a muffin and juice, as well as bathroom lock malfunctions. 182031
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What travelers noticed
- Guests consistently praise the downtown setting on 17th Street, just one block from the 16th Street Mall and near Union Station. 3118
- Beds and mattresses receive high marks for comfort, providing soft pillows and a restful night of sleep. 3
- Onsite restaurant Panzano is widely appreciated for fresh Italian cuisine, excellent cocktails, and delicious tiramisu. 20127
- Rooms stand out for distinctive, playful decor and thoughtful touches like in-room yoga mats and fast free Wi-Fi. 63
The catch
- While most visitors describe the staff as friendly and welcoming, isolated reviews report an apathetic restaurant crew and poor front desk service. 9204
- Some guests appreciate the stylish white subway tile bathroom design, while others note the washrooms are small and cite issues with non-working locks. 13
Who it's for
- — Walkable downtown sightseeing near 16th Street Mall
- — Guests who appreciate playful decor and in-room yoga mats
- — Italian food and cocktail fans visiting Panzano
Skip it if
- — Budget-conscious guests wanting affordable breakfast options
- — Travelers who require spacious bathrooms with functioning door locks
Paying $10 more direct is likely worthwhile if you value IHG One Rewards points, status credit, or on-property benefits.
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Score breakdown
How the 88/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
93Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Food
94- “Soon I was off to the Panzano restaurant downstairs. The award-winning Italian restaurant is deserving of every accolade. I had an incredible experience and I can't wait to share it in my review soon!” 14
- “Panzano is a poping Italian restaurant that has some of the best cocktails in the city as well!” 12
Location
94- “Right downtown and a straight shot to Union Station or a short walk to RiNo, Kimpton Monaco is a great home base for exploring the city.” 12
- “At the Maven Hotel, you get a lot for your money: an ideal location downtown in Denver's LoDo, fun social spaces, and access to Denver's newest food market.” 6
Noise
93- “Even though our room was facing the street, it was extremely quiet. There was a big car accident right in front of our room with several emergency vehicles and we didn't hear a thing.” 20
- “It's only a block or so away from the 16th Street pedestrian mall which is a big outdoor shopping complex. It's also convenient to Coors Field and Amtrak Union Station, about a 1/2 mile away. We walked back to the Hotel Monaco Kimpton after a Rockies game and it was an easy and safe walk.” 1
Room
88Service
91Bed & Sleep
90Value
83Where it is, how to reach it
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
On par with what $$ usually buys
Scores 2 points below the mid-range median of 90, across 412 hotels in the same bracket. In Denver it sits 1 point above the local median of 87.
- This hotel
- 88
- Bracket median
- 90
- Index median
- 90
Based on 412 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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- 1 mention
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 52 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “Room service menu items are provided by this restaurant too so you know you are getting a high-quality, delicious meal. Bonnie loves those Brussel Sprouts and craves them when she is in Denver.” 3
- “Soon I was off to the Panzano restaurant downstairs. The award-winning Italian restaurant is deserving of every accolade. I had an incredible experience and I can't wait to share it in my review soon!” 14
- “The food was good though I found it a bit galling that the "continental breakfast" which basically consisted of a muffin and a cup of juice runs $16...” 1
- “Panzano is a poping Italian restaurant that has some of the best cocktails in the city as well!” 12
- “Previous guests are also fond of the northern Italian dishes served at Panzano Restaurant.” 4
- “Good value, renovated rooms, and a top-notch onsite restaurant helps the Hotel Monaco stand out.” 6
- “Or, the Graffito is a great cocktail to start with if you're about barrel-aged drinks. You really can't go wrong with this menu, but make sure to order at least one pasta dish. I ordered the Ragu Di Angello and the meat was so tender!” 12
- “The delicious breakfast at Panzano restaurant offered a delightful start to our day, a valuable benefit for IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite members.” 7
- “I think the front desk agent took pity on our family because she also came back with the "Movie Night" prize for us, which was a box of snacks and a free in-room movie, which indeed was a much better fit for our family than either of the other prizes 🙂” 1
- “The decor has a subtle Western theme of cowboys, bulls, and horses with a whimsical fun feeling in the design.” 3
- “I also adored the large windows that brought in tons of natural light to our room.” 12
- “One thing that either was wrong or maybe I couldn't figure out was that the locks on neither of the bathrooms seemed to work. One of the bathrooms didn't seem to have a lock at all (see below), and the lock on the other room was one of those old sliding door turn knobs but didn't seem to actually engage any sort of locking mechanism” 1
- “And finally the mascot of the Hotel Monaco Denver! This hotel inspires fun throughout its design and decor.” 3
- “The 1 King Executive Suite exceeded our expectations, as it was a huge corner suite that was spacious and elegantly designed, with modern amenities and tasteful furnishings.” 7
- “After I explored the room I decided to freshen up in the decadent washroom. The design was a mix of modern masculine.” 14
- “By unknowing chance we booked the same night there was a Christmas parade and they gave us a window view right by the parade!” 9
- “My son also appreciated the separate space in the suite, easily closed off with those lavish heavy weight damask curtains.” 20
- “Items included oolong tea shampoo, geranium conditioner, mandarin and citrus body wash, and kadota fig body lotion. Although the room was very clean, it did show a surprising amount of wear & tear for a remodeled room.” 7
- “Kimpton Monaco Denver has fun pops of yellow decor in their lobby and stunning use of wallaper in the rooms.” 12
- “With my key to the castle, I made my way upstairs to a room that made my jaw drop. It felt regal and I totally jumped on the bed.” 14
- “Horrible!!!! Anti-gay front desk and apathetic restaurant crew.” 9
- “In-room yoga mats, a yoga channel on the tv, and same-day laundry service are helpful small touches, but we really loved the upgraded, super-fast-and did we mention free-wifi available everywhere in the hotel.” 6
- “The staff we ok, I'm sure they were stressed from the parade people,other than that 5/5.” 9
- “The lobby itself was beautiful. But the staff were friendly and the complete opposite of stuffy.” 14
- “The restaurant had a cozy and elegant atmosphere with attentive service.” 7
- “I asked the front desk about it and she said that she'd have someone come "take a look at it" which seems weird since if there's no lock, there's no lock. In any case, I never heard back about my concerns and there were no updates or fixes to the locks.” 1
- “Refined luxury, loads of amenities, downtown location, and attentive service make the Ritz-Carlton a solid choice, every time.” 6
- “The easy access to public transportation further enhances the appeal, making it a breeze to navigate through the city's professional landscape.” 15
- “We have not stayed at the Warwick, but we have hosted a holiday party in their restaurant for years. They provide great service, and they get it right every single year.” 22
- “The Crowne Plaza is very nice with large rooms -- newly decorated - stayed there a few weeks ago on a 'girl's weekend.'” 22
- “A super friendly staff is welcoming and will have you checked in very quickly.” 20
- “Friendly people work at the hotel and that always makes a place more enjoyable.” 3
- “Hannah at the front desk was phenomenal, she really goes above and beyond.” 9
- “One block from the 16th Street Mall and five minutes on foot to the city's convention center, this reworked landmark hotel displays its racy, eclectic decor with pride. Filled with fashionable designer style, Monaco takes its signature West Coast whimsy and drives it right into the heart of downtown Denver.” 18
- “Panzano, located only a few steps from, offers delectable dishes.” 16
- “Of course, some things never change with the Kimpton brand like style, yoga mats and robes to enjoy during your stay. Although the bathrooms are small they are decorated nicely with white subway tiles and glamorous wallpaper.” 3
- “This boutique hotel provides a fun, casual stay close to restaurants, The Paramount theater, and the 16th Street Mall. Its location on 17th Street means you are one block from 16th Mall with the free mall ride shuttle so anywhere you wish to go in the Downtown area is easily accessible.” 3
- “One standout option is located conveniently within a 15-minute walk from the town center. This proximity not only streamlines commuting for meetings and events but also allows guests to easily access dining, shopping, and entertainment options after a day filled with work.” 15
- “Right downtown and a straight shot to Union Station or a short walk to RiNo, Kimpton Monaco is a great home base for exploring the city.” 12
- “The Warwick is 6 blocks off of the south end of the 16th Steet Mall. The 16th Street Mall runs -- more or less north and south -- and is the heart of downtown Denver. A free shuttle bus running the length of the Mall provides convenient transport to nearly everything in the downtown area. The Warwick would be much less convenient but closer to the Art and Colorado History museums.” 22
- “Recent visitors also had high praise for the friendly staff and nightly wine hour, but what guests love most about the Hotel Monaco is its location in the heart of downtown Denver, just a few blocks from Larimer Square.” 4
- “At the Maven Hotel, you get a lot for your money: an ideal location downtown in Denver's LoDo, fun social spaces, and access to Denver's newest food market.” 6
- “The Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver is a colorful, dog friendly luxury hotel located conveniently downtown. It's within walking distance of Denver Union Station, loads of restaurants and pubs, Larimer Square and plenty of activities.” 20
- “The Kimpton Hotel Monaco was close to everything you'd want in the city centre. From the dashing Union Station to the popular outdoor shopping centre (where I ended up of course).” 14
- “The hotel's location in downtown Denver was ideal, allowing us to explore the city's attractions and downtown scene.” 7
- “Even though our room was facing the street, it was extremely quiet. There was a big car accident right in front of our room with several emergency vehicles and we didn't hear a thing.” 20
- “It's only a block or so away from the 16th Street pedestrian mall which is a big outdoor shopping complex. It's also convenient to Coors Field and Amtrak Union Station, about a 1/2 mile away. We walked back to the Hotel Monaco Kimpton after a Rockies game and it was an easy and safe walk.” 1
- “I ordered the Panzano Eggs Benedict and fruits. Like all room service it was expensive, but actually worth it. The smoked mozzarella in the polenta cake was way too good.” 14
- “The Magnolia is a boutique hotel and would likely cost more -- we got a GREAT deal at the Crowne on a weekend rate.” 22
- “Good value, renovated rooms, and a top-notch onsite restaurant helps the Hotel Monaco stand out.” 6
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Noise rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
- 22 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 1IHG Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver reviewpointswithacrew.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
“I think the front desk agent took pity on our family because she also came back with the "Movie Night" prize for us, which was a box of snacks and a free in-room movie, which indeed was a much better fit for our family t…”
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- 3Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver - It's a Bonnie Thingitsabonniething.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
“Room service menu items are provided by this restaurant too so you know you are getting a high-quality, delicious meal. Bonnie loves those Brussel Sprouts and craves them when she is in Denver.”
Read originalitsabonniething.com - 4Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver By IHG - U.S. News Traveltravel.usnews.comReview siteDate not stated5 quotes used
“Part of a hotel-wide renovation that was completed in 2012, the rooms manage to blend labyrinthine patterns, faux cowskin blankets and oversized headboards into an aesthetically satisfying whole.”
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- 6Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver, Colorado, U.S.cntraveler.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
“In-room yoga mats, a yoga channel on the tv, and same-day laundry service are helpful small touches, but we really loved the upgraded, super-fast-and did we mention free-wifi available everywhere in the hotel.”
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