🇺🇸 Denver, United States

Halcyon

★★★ 3-star hotel 7 floors

📍 245 Columbine Street

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La propriété — Halcyon

The Halcyon is a 3-star hotel in Denver with a mid-century modern aesthetic, featuring warm earth tones, geometric patterns and a natural colour palette. Its lobby is a highlight, with a spacious area for lounging and a fireplace for chilly evenings. The hotel's unusual feature is its rooftop lounge, which offers 360-degree views of the city and the Rocky Mountains. This hotel suits budget-conscious travellers who want a comfortable, no-frills stay in the city centre.

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Chroniques de Denver

Denver, the Mile High City, was founded in 1858 as a mining town, and its early architecture reflects this with many preserved 19th-century buildings. The city's growth accelerated in the late 19th century with the construction of the Denver Union Station, which became the transportation hub of the city. Today, Denver is a thriving cultural centre, known for its vibrant arts and cultural scene, as well as its outdoor recreation opportunities. The city's founding values are still evident in its many breweries, which reflect the city's German heritage.

Meilleur moment pour visiter

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Meilleurs mois

June to August are the best months to visit Denver, with pleasant temperatures ranging from 18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F) and manageable crowds. July is particularly enjoyable, with a plethora of outdoor events and festivals.

Peak / Festival surge

July is the peak month for tourists, with the Great American Beer Festival and the Denver Comic Con drawing large crowds. Hotel prices increase by up to 20% during this time, and it's essential to book well in advance. These events drive the city's tourism, with many hotels and attractions selling out quickly.

La saison des épaules

April and May are the best budget shoulder months, with mild temperatures and fewer crowds. Prices decrease by up to 30% compared to the peak season, making it an excellent time for discounts and deals.

Météo & Emballage

Denver's climate is known for its low humidity and rapid temperature changes, so it's essential to pack layers for your stay. Bring a waterproof jacket and a warm sweater for chilly mornings and evenings.

Briefing de la ville — Denver

  • The city is investing in a new light rail line, which will connect the airport to the city centre by 2027, making it easier for visitors to get around.
  • The Denver Art Museum has recently opened a new exhibit on Western art, featuring works by local artists.
  • The city is experiencing a heatwave in the summer of 2026, with temperatures expected to reach 32°C (90°F) in July, so be sure to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Halcyon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) to minimize potential street noise from Columbine Street. Consider rooms facing east or west to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy a more consistent temperature.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms near the service entrance (likely on the ground floor or first floor) as they may experience more foot traffic and potential noise from the street.

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Best views

Limited view options are available, but rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.

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Quietest floors

3rd floor and above

🔊 Noise notes

Columbine Street can be busy, especially during rush hour, so rooms on higher floors are recommended for a quieter stay.

Insider tips

Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as the hotel may offer a limited number of rooms with better views. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to public transportation by walking to the nearby bus stop on Columbine Street for easy access to downtown Denver.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hôtel Facilités — Halcyon

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Wi-Fi

free throughout, 100 Mbps speed, login via room key card

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, one set of stairs-only rooms on the third floor

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on in-room tablets, physical papers available on weekdays from 07:00 to 10:00

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Check-in / Check-out

15:00, early bag-drop available from 07:00, late check-out until 13:00 for 20 USD fee

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Baggage Storage

available for 5 USD per bag per day, limited capacity

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance, some rooms have roll-in showers

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Parking

on-site parking available for 30 USD per night, 24/7 valet parking for 40 USD per night, nearest public car park is the 16th Street Mall Parking Garage for 3 USD per hour, EV charging available on request for 10 USD per hour

Frais, taxes et dépôts

City / tourist tax: 2.10 USD per night per person, mandatory

Deposit & card hold: 100 USD advance deposit, 50 USD incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary à proximité

  • Church: Good Shepherd Catholic Church (924 m · ~12 min walk)
  • Church: Sixth Avenue United Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
  • Church: The Pearl Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
  • Church: Church of the Ascension (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)

Style de vie et récréation

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Shopping

Cherry Creek Shopping Center — 713 m · ~9 min walk

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Walking & Running

James N. Manley Park — 354 m · ~4 min walk

5 minutes de radios essentielles

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

7-Eleven — 728 m · ~9 min walk

Monnaie & Monnaie

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Local currency

US Dollar, USD

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Where to exchange

ATMs are the best rate; avoid airport and hotel bureaux which give poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless and Apple/Google Pay are standard; small cash needed for farmers markets and some parking meters.

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Tipping etiquette

15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, $1-2 per bag for hotel porters, housekeeping $2-5 per night.

Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget

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Cheap coffee

Drip coffee from any cafe or bodega, around $2.50-3.00.

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Best-value lunch

A burrito or sandwich from a casual spot, $10-13.

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Affordable dinner

A main at a pub, pizza joint or taqueria, $14-17.

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Street food & cheap eats

Food trucks cluster along Colfax Avenue and near City Park during events; tacos and arepas are common under $10.

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Budget groceries

King Soopers and Safeway are the main budget chains here.

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Affordable clothes

Target, TJ Maxx, and thrift stores like ARC Thrift on Colorado Boulevard are affordable options.

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Cheapest way around

A day pass on RTD bus/light rail is $6; from Denver Airport take the A Line train ($10.50 each way, 37 min).

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Money-saving tips

Walk or rent a bike to avoid parking costs; buy groceries and picnic at City Park; happy hour deals run 4-6pm at most bars and gastropubs.

Bon à savoir — Denver

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 120V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

USD ($)

Emergency Contacts

Denver
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Police
911
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Ambulance / Medical
911
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Fire Department
911

For non-emergencies, call Denver Police Department at 720-913-2000. Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222. Colorado Crisis Services (mental health): 1-844-493-8255.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Wynkoop Brewing Company american
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Oblio's Pizzeria pizza
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
The Cherry Cricket Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Starbucks coffee_shop
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Cactus Club Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Cherry Cricket Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Anthony's Pizza and Pasta pizza
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Burnt Barrel, Colorado Spirits & Sports Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Denver, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Halcyon

🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk

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S’entourer

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RTD A Line Light Rail $10.50

Denver International Airport (DEN) → Downtown Denver (16th St Mall Station)

37 min · Every 10-15 minutes peak / 15-20 minutes off-peak · 4:30 AM - 1:30 AM daily

💡 Best value and speed. Walk 5 minutes from 16th St station to The Oxford Hotel. Modern, reliable, skip traffic congestion entirely.

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RTD SkyRide Express / Local Bus Network $15-20

Denver International Airport (DEN) → The Oxford Hotel, Downtown Denver

45 min · Every 30 minutes · Early morning to late night (5:00 AM - 11:30 PM)

💡 Most budget-friendly airport transfer. Buy RTD pass at airport for multiple rides. SkyRide Express runs directly to downtown transit center near hotel.

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RTD Light Rail & Local Bus System $3 single ride

The Oxford Hotel, Downtown Denver → Around Denver (local transit)

15 min · Every 5-15 minutes downtown · 4:30 AM - 1:30 AM

💡 Downtown Denver has free MallRide on 16th Street. Buy Day Pass ($15) for unlimited transit. Hotel is walking distance to most attractions in LoDo and downtown.

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Denver Yellow Cab / Uber / Lyft $45-65

Denver International Airport (DEN) → The Oxford Hotel, Downtown Denver

35 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Uber/Lyft often cheaper than traditional taxis. Airport has dedicated rideshare pickup on Level 5. Downtown location means short rides cost less.

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Questions fréquemment posées

What are the best rooms at Halcyon?

Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) to minimize potential street noise from Columbine Street. Consider rooms facing east or west to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy a more consistent temperature.

Which rooms should I avoid at Halcyon?

Avoid rooms near the service entrance (likely on the ground floor or first floor) as they may experience more foot traffic and potential noise from the street.

Is Halcyon noisy?

Columbine Street can be busy, especially during rush hour, so rooms on higher floors are recommended for a quieter stay.

Which rooms have the best views at Halcyon?

Limited view options are available, but rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape.

What are insider tips for staying at Halcyon?

Arrive early for check-in to secure a room on a higher floor, as the hotel may offer a limited number of rooms with better views. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to public transportation by walking to the nearby bus stop on Columbine Street for easy access to downtown Denver.

What time is check-in at Halcyon?

Check-in at Halcyon is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.

Does Halcyon have Wi-Fi?

free throughout, 100 Mbps speed, login via room key card

Is there a city or tourist tax at Halcyon?

2.10 USD per night per person, mandatory

Where can I eat cheaply near Halcyon?

A burrito or sandwich from a casual spot, $10-13.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Halcyon?

A day pass on RTD bus/light rail is $6; from Denver Airport take the A Line train ($10.50 each way, 37 min).

When is the best time to visit Denver?

June to August are the best months to visit Denver, with pleasant temperatures ranging from 18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F) and manageable crowds. July is particularly enjoyable, with a plethora of outdoor events and festivals.

Principales attractions à Denver

Civic Center Park Free

💡 The Venetian-style 'Seat of the Gods' bench offers a good photo op with the Capitol dome. Avoid the north edge after dark—the park's less busy then.

Colorado State Capitol Free

💡 Tours run hourly but book quickly; arrive before 10am or go midweek. Don't miss the free visitor gallery access when the legislature is in session (Jan–May)—you can watch debates from the balcony.

Denver Union Station Free

💡 Grab a coffee at the on-site shop and sit in the Great Hall's leather chairs—cheaper than the attached hotel lobby. The best light for photos is late afternoon through the south windows.

City Park Free

💡 Park near the sailboat pond for a quiet picnic; the east side near the golf course is quieter. Free yoga sessions often happen at the pavilion on summer Sundays.

Denver Art Museum

💡 Arrive early on free days; queues build quickly. The Hamilton Building's tilted walls can disorient—stick to the central stairs if you feel woozy.

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  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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