Omni Interlocken Resort
The biggest draw of this resort for golfers is The Golf Club at the Omni Interlocken Resort, a 27-hole championship course made up of three individual nine-hole courses that feature dramatic elevation changes over 300 acres. Practice facilities include a driving range, chipping greens and a 12,500-square-foot putting green. The resort's on-site concierge can arrange tee times and transportation to this or any other course in the region. Resort guests also enjoy access to a state-of-the-art fitness center, two outdoor heated pools, a full-service spa and an Internet cafe. Bicycle and helmet rentals are complimentary, and a shuttle service to and from Denver International Airport is available.
The Omni Interlocken Resort has 360 guest rooms and suites, all with views of the Rockies or valleys. Deluxe rooms and premier rooms--some with balconies--are 300 square feet and have one king or two queen beds. Special "Get Fit Rooms" include a portable treadmill and "Get Fit Kit," perfect for a pre-golf warm-up. Standard room amenities include plush robes, a refreshment center, a complimentary newspaper and coffee maker. High-speed Internet access, on-demand movies and Nintendo video games are available for a fee.
Omni Interlocken Resort
500 Interlocken Blvd.
Denver, CO 80021
(303) 438-6600
omnihotels.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/DenverInterlocken.aspx
Inverness Hotel
The Inverness Hotel is an ideal choice for golfers as it is home to the Inverness Golf Club, a semi-private PGA championship 18-hole golf course. The resort was named as one of Golf Digest's "Best Places to Stay" and is a recipient of the magazine's "Four Stars" and a "Certificate of Recognition" awards. Customizable golf packages are available that include luxury accommodations, breakfast and golf for two at discounted rates.
Inverness Hotel's 302 rooms and 19 suites include pillow-top mattresses with premium plush bedding, high-speed Internet access, in-room movies, eco-friendly bath products and a coffee maker. Suites include a living and dining area, kitchen, office, oversized jetted tub, private balcony, flat-screen televisions and a Bang & Olufsen stereo. Club-level rooms and suites include personalized concierge services and access to the exclusive Club lounge for complimentary breakfasts, evening cocktails and appetizers. The resort includes an indoor pool with a hot tub, an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a spa, and five restaurants, cafes and lounges.
Inverness Hotel
200 Inverness Drive West
Englewood, CO 80112
(800) 832-9053
invernesshotel.com
The Ritz-Carlton Denver
The Ritz-Carlton is located in the heart of downtown Denver. It offers 202 guest rooms, seven suites and 32 club-level rooms. Guest rooms include 400-thread-count designer bed linens, feather and down bedding, terry robes, rain forest showers, LCD televisions and a complimentary daily newspaper. Suites range from 964-square-foot one-bedroom suites to the 3,030-square-foot Ritz-Carlton Suite. Suites have a cappuccino/coffee/tea maker and deep soaking tub. Club-level guests enjoy extra large rooms and suites, a dedicated concierge, complimentary continental breakfast, snacks, evening canapes and handmade chocolates in addition to Club Lounge privileges. The signature restaurant on-site is Elway's Downtown, and a fitness club and spa are also available to guests. Golf bag storage is available upon request.
The Ritz-Carlton Denver
1881 Curtis St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 312-3800
ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Denver/Default.htm
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