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Populus

4.0 star property
Travelers fuel their creativity with hearty breakfasts at this downtown Denver hotel, while nearby art museums and theaters keep inspiration flowing

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Populus sits in downtown Denver's cultural heart, blending art and entertainment. The Denver Art Museum and Paramount Theater are steps away. Creative travelers enjoy free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and breakfast at three on-site restaurants.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grove Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 170 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hammock Queen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Hammock Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grove King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grove King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Poplar Two Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

City King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 224 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Aspen King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Aspen King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Populus King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Populus King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 316 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Capital Studio Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Capital Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Mountain Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • 521 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grove King ADA

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grove King ADA

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Poplar Two Queen ADA

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Mountain Studio Suite ADA

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Denver, a neighborhood in Denver, Populus is near a train station. 16th Street and Union Station are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Elitch Gardens Theme Park and Denver Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Coors Field or Empower Field at Mile High. Visit our Denver travel guide
Map
240 14th St, Denver, CO, 80202

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    Denver Art Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
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    Colorado Convention Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Denver_16thStreetMall_6226469_11
    16th Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Paramount Theater
    Paramount Theater
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bellco Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Union Station
    9 min drive
  • 16th - California Station
    9 min walk
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Sheraton Denver Lobby
    4 min walk
  • The 16th Street Commons
    4 min walk
  • Hyatt Place Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Little Owl Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Pita Fresh
    4 min walk

About this property

Populus

Upscale hotel near Colorado Convention Center
Close to 16th Street, Populus provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and American cuisine. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 265 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 64 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 100 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee Bar
  • Pasque
  • Stellar Jay

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to January 11 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.94 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 100 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 64 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Populus Hotel
Populus Denver
Populus Hotel Denver

Frequently asked questions

Is Populus pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Populus?

As of Feb 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Populus on Feb 22, 2026 start from $154.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 64 per night.

What time is check-in at Populus?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Populus?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Populus located?

Located in Downtown Denver, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Civic Center Park and 16th Street. Colorado Convention Center and Union Station are also within 1 mi (2 km). 16th - California Station is 9 minutes by foot and Convention Center Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

Populus Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 546 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful modern aesthetic. Excellent breakfast choices on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was Very nice! Clean, beautiful views! The staff were so amazing! The food was excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room service and amenities. Parking was costly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Staff was amazing! We had a large group staying there, and they were super accommodating! Only thing I didn’t like was how small the rooms were!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and decor will always stay here when visiting Denver
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jihan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and stylish.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, and wonderful amenities. Would stay here again and recommend to all of my friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and staff were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with lovely staff and excellent dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, environmental, unique, nice staff, and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good coffee bar and restaurants on site. Close walking to many attractions and shopping. Very safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool room. Staff was cool, really friendly. Neat activities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the vibe, staff was really sweet and helpful! Will definitely stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel, the rooftop bar is amazing and bar staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Populus was lovely! The staff were friendly - especially the valet workers! The location was great and walkable. The rooms can feel a bit small but they’re cozy and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about my stay. The staff was friendly and warm, the baristas knocking it out of the park with my first caffeine hit of the day. The room was exactly what I needed in my life. The aesthetic is spot on. They really thought of everything. If you have the opportunity to stay here, do it! Can't advocate enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel! Great location and amazing views from the rooftop bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at Populus. Great location, such a pretty hotel, very modern!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, Eco friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is beautiful. Beds are super comfortable. JJ at the front desk was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New, fantastic staff, unique food choices, very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super amazing. From the reception, room, help for Gide and check out. Thank you and we will return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff made our trip extra special
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Breakfast at the first floor restaurant was delicious and plenty of food to share.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025