Review: Kimpton Hotel Born (Denver, CO)
About Kimpton Hotel Born (Denver, CO)
The Kimpton Hotel Born in Denver, Colorado, provided an exceptional experience for our recent stay. Nestled in the heart of downtown Denver, this upscale hotel boasts contemporary designs with a touch of rustic charm. The resort is conveniently located near popular attractions, including the vibrant Union Station and a plethora of dining and shopping options.
Our Stay At A Glance:
- Average Nightly Cost During Stay: $354
- Loyalty Program: IHG One Rewards
- Loyalty Category: 42,000 points
- Discount Applied: Chase IHG Rewards Card Free Night Certificate (IHG sale for 36,000 points)
- Room Type as Booked: 1 King Essential
- Room Upgrade: Urban Suite
- Resort Fee: N/A (IHG One Rewards Diamond)
- Parking Fee: N/A (Parked at Street Meter)
Booking/Redemption
Parking
Parking options at the Kimpton Hotel Born were well-suited for our needs. The hotel offered valet parking services, ensuring the safety and convenience of our vehicle. Additionally, self-parking was available in a nearby parking garage, providing an alternative option for guests.
FHOP Tip: If you are looking to save some cash on parking, there are plentiful parking meters nearby the Kimpton Hotel Born, and you may even find parking right across the street from the hotel.
Lobby
IHG One Diamond Elite Benefit
As IHG One Rewards loyalty program Diamond Elite members, we were delighted to discover the exclusive benefits offered at the Kimpton Hotel Born. These perks included a complimentary room upgrade, priority access to hotel amenities, and complimentary daily breakfast for two at Citizen Rail.
Front Desk Check-In & Room Upgrade
Upon check-in, we were informed we had been upgraded to the Urban Suite. As it turned out, this was a major upgrade.
Welcome Package And IHG One Diamond Elite Benefits
We were handed the below welcome package consisting of a card for our IHG One Diamond Elite hot breakfast benefit for two, and a $10 food and beverage credit at Citizen Rail.
Elevator Area
Hotel Artwork
Hallway
Urban Suite Walkthrough Tour
Urban Suite Entrance
Living Room
We stayed in the very cozy Urban Suite, which provided a huge space and comfortable environment. The suite featured modern furnishings, a dining table & seating area, and large windows that offered direct views of the train station.
Wide Angle
Dining Area
Room Amenities And Mini-Bar
Bedroom
  
Walk-In Closet
Bathroom
The bathroom featured Atelier Bloem toiletry products, the standard for Kimpton Hotels.
 
 
 View From The Room
Our Urban suite had a direct view of Union Station.
Breakfast At Citizen Rail
The complimentary IHG Diamond breakfast at the Kimpton Hotel Born was a delightful experience at Citizen Rail, the hotel’s main restaurant.
The breakfast menu featured a variety of options, ranging from traditional American classics to innovative dishes with a twist. We enjoyed the Poached Eggs + Greens (think deconstructed avocado toast), and the All- American. Both were excellent. But the star of the show was the aptly-named “Questionable Decisions” (a mezcal based drink) which went down way too easy that early in the morning.
“Questionable Decisions”. Don’t Judge.
Swimming Pool
The Kimpton Hotel Born does not have a swimming pool. Remember, this is Denver we are talking about.
FHOP Tip: What’s Nearby
The Bottom-Line Review: Kimpton Hotel Born (Denver, CO)
Our stay at the Kimpton Hotel Born in Denver, Colorado, was excellent overall. In fact, this is probably my personal favorite Kimpton that I’ve stayed at so far.
The Urban Suite upgrade was awesome and it provided a warm, cozy, and spacious retreat, complete with modern furnishings and not-too-shabby view of the train station. The delicious breakfast at the Citizen Rail restaurant was so excellent in fact that i had no regrets ordering mezcal at breakfast.
The hotel’s prime location in downtown Denver (next to the train station) allowed for easy exploration of the city’s downtown and easy access to further destinations.
Moreover, the Kimpton Hotel Born exuded a “coolness factor” that set it apart from other hotels. The contemporary artsy designs infused with rustic charm created a unique and inviting atmosphere throughout the property.
Taking all these factors into account, we rate our experience at the Kimpton Hotel Born a solid 9 out of 10. We highly recommend the Kimpton Hotel Born to business travelers, tourists to Denver, families, and couples – really anyone seeking a top-notch accommodation in the heart of Denver.
Final Rating: 9 out of 10.
