My husband and I just returned from 3 nights at the Monaco in Denver, and can't wait to return. The concierge is top-notch: she got us tickets to "Bodyworks" at the Science Museum, reservations at Tamayo, directions to Rocky Mountain National Park, and a Boulder map. Even the car valets were friendly.
Pro's:
--great linens & bathrobes,with towels replenished during nightly turn-down service
--nice wine reception in the evening
--Starbucks coffee in room and lobby
--pet-friendly
--wonderful beds and fun room decor
--good location within blocks of LoDo, Larimer Square, 16th St. Mall, but still quiet
--great rock'n'roll in lobby, elevator
--Sony CD players with real speakers
--Aveda toiletries
--wineglasses and coffee mugs in rooms
--toy goldfish for the jacuzzi tub
I sent the hotel an e-mail after reserving a room on their website (good weekend deal) and was upgraded to a suite for our anniversary at no extra charge. They even called me to let me know--nice touch. Check their website for packages, and join their club for freebies.
Con's:
--pricey valet parking ($22)
--no doormen/automtic doors, so hard to navigate front doors with luggage
For dining: Tamayo (upper-end, modern Mexican,) Rioja (Mediterranean), Frasca in Boulder.










