Kimpton Claret Hotel, the trailblazing property anchoring the growing lifestyle scene of Denver’s Belleview Station and the Denver Tech Center, announced the appointment of Dustin Dietel as General Manager. Bringing nearly two decades of hospitality experience and a passion for the Colorado lifestyle, Dietel leads the property’s mission of delivering an experience that is both down-to-earth yet deeply thoughtful.
The Crawford Hotel is pleased to announce that Hector Karim Gaona is now serving as Hotel Manager at the award-winning property located inside Denver Union Station.
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center proudly announces the completion of its comprehensive $70 million transformation, coinciding with the hotel’s 20-year milestone in the heart of downtown Denver. The renovation introduces a full reimagination of its 1,100 guestrooms and suites alongside new and enhanced gathering spaces, designed to elevate both the guest and local experience. It follows the 2018 and 2019 revitalization of the hotel’s dining venues – including Former Saint Craft Kitchen and Taps, Peaks 27th Floor Lounge and Assembly Hall Bar + Market – as well as its public spaces, with updated design, flexible seating areas and more than 150 works of art by over 50 Colorado-based creators curated in partnership with Nine Dot Arts.
The Westin Denver International Airport has completed the first phase of its multi-phase property transformation, unveiling a comprehensive redesign of its 37,000 square feet of meeting and event space, thoughtfully reimagined to support focus, flow, and a more balanced meeting experience. The debut signals a continued investment in the future of meetings and events at Denver International Airport.
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa and Holiday Inn Express Downtown Denver, sister properties managed by Highgate, announce the promotion of Alfonso Perez-Vega to general manager. In this role, Perez-Vega will oversee operations across both properties, bringing extensive expertise in hotel operations, guest experience and team leadership to two of Denver's most historic addresses.
Kimpton Claret Hotel, the pioneer property anchoring the burgeoning lifestyle scene of Denver’s Belleview Station neighborhood, announced today that David Gross has been named the new Executive Chef of the property’s two food & beverage outlets, Saverina Italian restaurant and Halo Rooftop Bar.
Sandpiper Hospitality, a Virginia-based hotel management company with extensive expertise in the extended-stay segment, is proud to announce the opening of the newly built Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Denver International Airport.
The Curtis Hotel, downtown Denver's most playful hotel, has completed a multimillion-dollar transformation that reimaged every corner of the property as a nostalgic escape from the ordinary. The full-property renovation includes all 13 of the hotel’s iconic themed floors, offering experiences like the summer camp-inspired “Camp Curtis” floor and a nod to Arcade favorites on the “Level Up” floor, plus redesigned guest rooms, hyperthemed suites and meeting and event spaces that that are as fun and imaginative as they are functional, proving hotels don’t have to be predictable.
Owned and operated by White Lodging, Le Méridien and AC Hotel Denver Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Stan Iliev as dual general manager. In his role, Iliev will oversee all hotel operations, including strategic oversight of five onsite food and beverage outlets, drive financial performance and cultivate high-performing leadership teams.
Today Apiary Hotel, part of Marriott's Bonvoy Collection, announced that it is officially open to guests. The 175-room, all-suite hotel is a first-of-its kind in South Denver, bringing residents and locals a lifestyle extended stay concept alongside an upscale cocktail lounge and locally driven market.
Sage Hospitality Group is pleased to announce that Megan Pierce is now serving as the Area Director of Sales & Marketing, overseeing The Rally Hotel, located in Denver's entertainment mecca, McGregor Square, and The Maven Hotel, anchoring Denver's vibrant Dairy Block micro-district.
A hospitality professional with proven expertise across operations, quality assurance, guest services, and financial management. Cottrell brings valuable industry insight to the position. He holds a bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, as well as a Master of Business Administration. He began his career in Las Vegas as a Guest Services Agent at Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, followed by a role as Assistant Front Desk Manager at Wynn Las Vegas. His professional journey includes quality assurance positions with airlines and hotels, providing him with a unique perspective on service standards and operational leadership.
Joining Baillie Lodges' senior leadership team in Denver this month is Zach Sennett, who has been appointed Vice President, Operations - Americas with a special focus on Canada's Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge and Chile's Tierra Atacama and Tierra Patagonia. Zach brings more than two decades of leadership experience in luxury hospitality, lodging operations, and revenue optimization, with a proven track record of driving performance and leading transformation across complex organizations. Throughout his career, Zach has built a reputation as a people-first, data-driven leader who excels at elevating teams, strengthening cross-functional partnerships and delivering sustained operational and financial results.
Elysse Altamirano has extensive experience in food and beverage operations, financial performance and guest experience. As Food and Beverage Director at Apiary Hotel, she oversees the marketplace, coffee shop, bar and lounge, shaping offerings that support seamless service and encourage guests to return. She is driven by a people-first approach and a passion for creating welcoming, community-oriented spaces.
Ksenia Poteraj is a hospitality leader with over a decade of experience in luxury, lifestyle and extended-stay hotels. As Director of Sales and Marketing at Apiary Hotel, she leads the hotel's sales, marketing and brand positioning. Poteraj is driven by her passion to create meaningful connections with guests, partners and the Denver community.
Alison Mitchell is the opening general manager of Apiary Hotel Belleview Station, a boutique lifestyle extended-stay property debuting in January 2026. With more than 20 years of hospitality leadership experience, she is known for building strong teams and guiding operational strategies that enhance guest experiences and support long-term brand success.
Today, Apiary Hotel announced plans to open in early 2026 as South Denver's first lifestyle, extended-stay hotel at Belleview Station, 4855 S. Quebec Street. Part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, Apiary blends the energy of a lifestyle hotel with residential comfort and is designed to become a hub for locals and visitors with several community-centric spaces, including two unique dining concepts, Keepers Cocktail Lounge and June Gap Market & Café.
The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton, is proud to announce the appointment of Chef Edward Morris as Executive Chef, bringing a dynamic blend of creativity, precision, and leadership to the culinary program at FIRE Restaurant & Lounge and the hotel's event operations. Chef Morris is eager to take the lead, planning to bring fresh energy to the menu while staying true to the hotel's reputation of crafting memorable culinary impressions for both guests and locals.
After an early post-pandemic rebound, Denver’s hotel market lost momentum in late 2023. Occupancy growth stalled in October 2023 as the leisure surge faded and corporate travel recovery plateaued, followed by limited rate growth through much of 2024. Occupancy declined each month from September 2024 through August 2025, as corporate and transient demand softened and government transient and group demand declined more significantly this year.
According to a new economic impact report conducted by Oxford Economics, Denver's hospitality industry continues to serve as a powerful engine for growth and opportunity. The report details the Denver hotel industry's far-reaching economic impact, finding that hotels generate nearly $7 billion in economic activity, support 34,000 jobs, and contribute $1.1 billion in federal, state, and local tax revenue.