Colorado Convention Center (Denver): A Visitors Guide

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If you're attending a convention at the Colorado Convention Center, here is a guide that is organized around the center, highlighting the best places to stay, eat and explore downtown Denver.

Colorado Convention Center

700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202

Set in the heart of downtown Denver, the Colorado Convention Center features 584,400 square feet of available exhibition space, divided into six major areas of various sizes and functions. In addition to its large group spaces, the center has 63 smaller meeting rooms and the 5,000-seat Wells Fargo Th... more »
Set in the heart of downtown Denver, the Colorado Convention Center features 584,400 square feet of available exhibition space, divided into six major areas of various sizes and functions. In addition to its large group spaces, the center has 63 smaller meeting rooms and the 5,000-seat Wells Fargo Theatre. Services provided for attendees at the convention center include a full business center, multiple ATMs, Internet services and a gift shop. Viewed from downtown, the center's most recognizable feature is the sculpture of a large blue bear, rearing up on its legs as if peering curiously into the building. Located conveniently close to many hotels and at a hub of the city's light rail system, the center is close to the Denver Performing Arts Center, the Denver Art Museum and the popular LoDo shopping and entertainment district.

Big Blue

Blue Bear Looks into the Colorado Convention Center

A fun and distinctive feature of the Convention Center is the 40-ft tall Blue Bear peering into the window of the Center.

Restaurants for Business Entertainment

These restaurants are the best downtown restaurants for business dining, as recommended by a longtime downtown resident business executive.

Business Dining

Historic Larimer Square strip hosts a great selection of a dozen or so places to eat, including some of the best business entertainment spots.

Oceanaire Seafood Room - Denver

1400 Arapahoe Street, Denver, CO 80202

A large and elegant seafood emporium, with excellent service and an outstanding fresh seafood selection. Top shelf, feels like a great steakhouse in style and service. Decor is art deco with white table cloths. However, like Denver, you’ll find a mix of suits and casual diners.

A large and elegant seafood emporium, with excellent service and an outstanding fresh seafood selection. Top shelf, feels like a great steakhouse in style and service. Decor is art deco with white table cloths. However, like Denver, you’ll find a mix of suits and casual diners.

Tamayo Restaurant

1400 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202

For a taste of the New West, Tamayo never fails. A must visit for those interested in sampling the “best of the west”. A great rooftop patio makes it a special evening spot in the spring and summer.

For a taste of the New West, Tamayo never fails. A must visit for those interested in sampling the “best of the west”. A great rooftop patio makes it a special evening spot in the spring and summer.

Capital Grille

1450 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202

The premier steak house in Denver. Bar none. Downtown has a great selection for steak (Mortons, Ruth Chris’, Sullivans and the Denver Chop House), but Capital Grille is the top of the heap.

The premier steak house in Denver. Bar none. Downtown has a great selection for steak (Mortons, Ruth Chris’, Sullivans and the Denver Chop House), but Capital Grille is the top of the heap.

Restaurant Kevin Taylor

1106 Fourteenth Street, Denver, CO 80202

Inside the trendy Teatro Boutique Hotel, Restaurant Kevin Taylor is a formal affair, with whisper quiet service and an elegant setting. One of Denver’s long-standing top chefs, Kevin Taylor masters American cuisine with a contemporary edge. Expensive, but perfect for serious business celebrations or special occasions.

Inside the trendy Teatro Boutique Hotel, Restaurant Kevin Taylor is a formal affair, with whisper quiet service and an elegant setting. One of Denver’s long-standing top chefs, Kevin Taylor masters American cuisine with a contemporary edge. Expensive, but perfect for serious business celebrations or special occasions.

Rioja

1431 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202

Arguably Denver’s best kitchen. The Mediterranean inspired menu is truly outstanding. Contemporary bistro fair in a very nice upscale setting. Rioja has been hard to get into ever since it opened, and for good reasons.

Arguably Denver’s best kitchen. The Mediterranean inspired menu is truly outstanding. Contemporary bistro fair in a very nice upscale setting. Rioja has been hard to get into ever since it opened, and for good reasons.

Ted's Montana Grill

1401 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202

For a mid-priced great steak, Ted’s Montana is a quality choice. A wonderful long bar, and relatively small dining room are upscale but with a western casual feel. Ted’s also has a decent sized patio for dining.

For a mid-priced great steak, Ted’s Montana is a quality choice. A wonderful long bar, and relatively small dining room are upscale but with a western casual feel. Ted’s also has a decent sized patio for dining.

Denver @ Night

CRU Wine Bar

1442 Larimer Street, Denver, CO 80202

A sophisticated and modern wine bar, Cru has an excellent selection of wines by the glass and a quality tapas menu.

A sophisticated and modern wine bar, Cru has an excellent selection of wines by the glass and a quality tapas menu.

Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar the

1405 Curtis St, Denver, CO 80202

A hip and happening after work scene, the Corner Bar is across the street from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Fairly new, it has risen to be one of the hot spot for after work and pre-theater drinks.

A hip and happening after work scene, the Corner Bar is across the street from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Fairly new, it has risen to be one of the hot spot for after work and pre-theater drinks.

 
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Convention Center at Night

Best Business Hotels

Hotels

Each of these hotels is in easy walking distance. Click to the hotel page to browse descriptions and photos, and get preferred low hotel rates direct from the hotel or from Orbitz.

Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

650 15th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Stunning $355 million 37-story hotel; featuring 60,600 sq ft of above ground meeting space, and 1,100 beautifully appointed rooms, and full view of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Centrally located 30 steps away from the Colorado Convention Center, 1 block off the 16th street more »
Stunning $355 million 37-story hotel; featuring 60,600 sq ft of above ground meeting space, and 1,100 beautifully appointed rooms, and full view of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Centrally located 30 steps away from the Colorado Convention Center, 1 block off the 16th streetpedestrian mall, and adjacent to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

The Westin Tabor Center, Denver

1672 Lawrence Street, Denver, CO 80202

Proud to be a four-diamond hotel, The Westin Tabor Center, Denver is centrally located in downtown Denver. Adjacent to the 16th Street Mall and within walking distance of various convention and performing arts centers, the city of Denver is just out our front door. Catch a game at Coors Field or expl... more »
Proud to be a four-diamond hotel, The Westin Tabor Center, Denver is centrally located in downtown Denver. Adjacent to the 16th Street Mall and within walking distance of various convention and performing arts centers, the city of Denver is just out our front door. Catch a game at Coors Field or explore local shops and restaurants. Reinvigorate your mind, body, and soul during your stay with us. Swim in our mile-high rooftop heated pool and enjoy breathtaking views of the Denver skyline, or try out our WestinWORKOUT owered by Reebok Gym. With a variety of cardiovascular machines, free weights, and a half-basketball court, you can stick to your routine while away from home. We invite you to join us for Unwind...A Westin Evening RitualSM in V's lounge Monday - Friday 5pm - 7pm. Take a moment to reenergize each night with enticing specialties which will tempt your palate amidst a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for sitting back and sipping on a trendy cocktail. Spring 2004 marked the completion of an $8 million renovation of all guest rooms and guest floors. A color scheme drawn from nature and a sophisticated use of textures and materials provide a soothing atmosphere. Our 400-square foot guest rooms are among the largest available in the city and feature the Heavenly Bed nd Heavenly Bath

Hotel Teatro

1100 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202

*** $1.5 Million Rooms Renovation just completed! *** Armani meets Art Deco at Denver's finest luxury hotel. Rated "Top 100 U.S. Hotels" by Conde Nast 2007, "North America's Best Business Hotels" by Travel + Leisure 2007, "Gold List/Best Places to Stay" by Conde Nast 2008 and "Top 10 Hidden City Ho... more »
*** $1.5 Million Rooms Renovation just completed! *** Armani meets Art Deco at Denver's finest luxury hotel. Rated "Top 100 U.S. Hotels" by Conde Nast 2007, "North America's Best Business Hotels" by Travel + Leisure 2007, "Gold List/Best Places to Stay" by Conde Nast 2008 and "Top 10 Hidden City Hotels" by Sunset Magazine 2007. Hotel Teatro is located in the heart of downtown, adjacent to the Denver Center for Performing Arts and within walking distance of the Pepsi Center, Coors Field and the Colorado Convention Center.Housed in Denver's Historic Tramway Building, Hotel Teatro opened its doors in 1999 as Denver's premier boutique luxury hotel. The elegance of the original building is seen today in the beautiful marble entrance and in carefully preserved touches throughout the hotel. The proximity to the Performing Arts Complex was the inspiration for the name Teatro, which means theatre in Italian. Beautiful theatrical costumes and photographs adorn the walls of the parlor and guestrooms. Hotel Teatro is designed to blend the grandeur of yesterday with the modern conveniences available today.Guestrooms are decorated in rich, soft gold or sage tones. Indonesian sandstone foyers set the stage of refined elegance, complemented by custom built cherry wood armoires and headboards, luxurious Frette linens, contemporary art deco furniture covered with fine fabrics and lavish touches like down comforters. All rooms include complimentary high speed and wireless internet connections and ihomes.Parking fees will be assessed at the front desk - $26 overnight Valet parking and $13 for Daily valet parking.

The Curtis

1405 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202

This 16-story hotel is adjacent to the Denver Center for Performing Arts, 1 block from the Colorado Convention Center, and 2 blocks from the 16th Street Mall and LoDo's historical district.
This 16-story hotel is adjacent to the Denver Center for Performing Arts, 1 block from the Colorado Convention Center, and 2 blocks from the 16th Street Mall and LoDo's historical district.

Denver Marriott City Center

1701 California Street, Denver, CO 80202

Soaring over the Mile High City, this downtown Denver hotel takes service and sophistication to spectacular new heights.
Soaring over the Mile High City, this downtown Denver hotel takes service and sophistication to spectacular new heights.

Entertainment

Downtown Denver is an ideal spot for getting out for drinks, catching a game, or taking in Theatre.  Here are a few choice spots for relaxing when visiting a Denver convention.

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by alexandraf  07/08/2008  Reply

I also recommend Wazee Supper Club on 15th and Wazee… A relaxed and funky atmosphere with great pizza, filling salads, and warm sandwiches.

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