By Isabel Prontes
Paris on the Platte is a cafe and bar that is located in
Denver, Colorado. Denver is the capital and largest city in Colorado. Paris on the Platte is known for being the oldest coffeehouse in the city. It is a popular hangout in Denver that serves coffee as well as food (from pizza and bagels to pastries and soup and much more). For those planning on visiting this bustling coffeehouse, there are many 5-star, luxury hotels located nearby.
Hotel Teatro
The Hotel Teatro is a luxurious downtown Denver accommodation that is adjacent to the Denver Center for Performing Arts. This hotel is a short drive to Paris on the Platte. This boutique accommodation has an elegant and warm atmosphere, and consists of 110 spacious guest rooms that offer picturesque downtown Denver views. The rooms are furnished in a modern art deco style and have high ceilings (12 feet). They are all equipped with features such as free wireless high-speed Internet access, large work desk, two-line phones, voicemail and caller ID.
Hotel Teatro
1100 14th St.
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 228-1100
www.hotelteatro.com
Hotel Monaco
The Hotel Monaco is in downtown Denver and is a Kimpton Hotel that has a historic atmosphere. It is a fashionable accommodation that is a brief walk to area attractions such as the 16th Street Mall and the Colorado Convention Center. There are 189 spacious guest rooms and suites available at this hotel, all of which are equipped with comforts including large work desk, ergonomic chair, Aveda toiletries, flat screen television, makeup mirror, security safe, free morning newspaper delivery, Nintendo, on-demand movies and organic/gourmet snacks. The hotel welcomes pets.
Hotel Monaco
1717 Champa St. at 17th
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 296-1717
www.monaco-denver.com
Browne Palace Hotel
The Browne Palace Hotel is a historic Denver downtown accommodation that has a classic, traditional appeal. It is close to Paris on the Platte, the Colorado Convention Center, Cherry Creek North (shopping center) and Coors Field. The hotel has a regal atmosphere and consists of 241 large guest rooms and guest suites, and offers amenities like a large event space (more than 13,000 square feet), spa, florist, six on-site restaurants and afternoon tea service.
Browne Palace Hotel
321 17th St.
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 297-3111
www.brownpalace.com
Warwick Denver Hotel
The Warwick Denver Hotel is a luxurious accommodation in downtown Denver. Th guest rooms are spacious and airy, and consist of leather desk chair, Italian windows, flat screen 32-inch television, and satin-striped sheets (300 thread count). Some of the in-room amenities are free high-speed wireless Internet access, pay-per-view movies, coffeemaker, robes (upon request), marble bathroom, cable television (with 34 channels like HBO), minibar, iron and ironing board and private terrace (most guest rooms).
Warwick Denver Hotel
1776 Grant St.
Denver, Colorado 80203
(303) 861-2000
www.warwickdenver.com
Grand Hyatt Denver
The Grand Hyatt Denver is a downtown luxury hotel that consists of 513 sophisticated guest rooms, all of which feature walk-in closet, toiletries, large work space, iPod dock, and flat screen 37-inch television. The guest rooms all have picturesque views of the city. Some of the conveniences available at the hotel are 24-hour room service, 24-hour business facility, complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access, Starbucks coffee, heated indoor swimming pool, outdoor whirlpool, fitness center, yoga room and tennis court.
Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St.
Denver, Colorado 80202
(303) 295-1234
granddenver.hyatt.com
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.