Teeing it up in the Mile High City of Denver, Colorado, provides at least 10 percent further carry on all your shots. On top of that, the altitude and local climate provide some of the driest, sunniest days in the country outside of San Diego, making for a true golf destination in the center of the country. Use Denver as your base camp and there are dozens of prime daily fee, public and private golf courses you can play in a short number of days. Considering its position as a growth city in the United States, there are also many lovely, contemporary hotels from which to choose.
The Curtis Hotel
With the absolute best of pop culture going on all around you, the Curtis Hotel in Denver is one of the most unique places to stay in the Mile High City. This contemporary, boutique hotel changes mood with each guest floor, features cartoons playing on televisions in the lobby and provides a full, real five-and-dime store where guests can shop, browse or just pass the time at altitude. The Curtis provides a 24/7 business center, two restaurants, Corner Office bar, fitness room, catering and complimentary high-speed Internet. Consult with the concierge for any reservation requirements including local golf.
1405 Curtis St.
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 571-0300
www.thecurtis.com
The Inn at Cherry Creek
Just a short drive from downtown Denver lies the Inn at Cherry Creek. With a business center and meeting services capability for up to 150 people, this hotel is fully prepared for the modern business traveler. This pet-friendly hotel is just steps from the Cherry Creek bicycle path and features 35 guest rooms, some with fireplaces, two corporate residences and The Weber, an exceptionally well-reviewed Denver restaurant. The top-tier concierge can handle any golf-specific requests and other reservations you might have in mind.
233 Clayton St.
Denver, Colorado 80206
(303) 377-8577
www.innatcherrycreek.com
Westin Tabor Center
A completely modern, sleek and luxurious hotel complex, the Westin Tabor Center provides 430 guest rooms on 19 floors overlooking the city and Rocky Mountain range. With flat-screen televisions, iPod and PC docking capabilities, a full workout facility and a rooftop pool, this is one of the most popular accommodations in the city. Guests and visitors from around the city come to the Palm, a New York-based steak house in the hotel to dine and enjoy an evening out. Just steps from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, the Convention Center, all museums, sports venues and the entertainment district, the Westin provides virtually everything a guest may need including concierge service and golf club access.
1672 Lawrence St.
Denver, Colorado 80202
(302) 572-9100
www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1012
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