Category Archives: Around Denver, Colorado

Yves Saint Laurent: Stay in Style Giveaway

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Just in time for March 25, 2012 when Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective comes to Denver, The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa is excited to announce our “Stay in Style” VIP Package giveaway. With the Couture Package, high fashion and high luxury will be yours for the weekend. This unique and limited time package will include the following:

  • A 1 night stay in one of our luxurious and inspiring guest rooms.
  • 2 VIP passes to Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective at the Denver Art Museum.
  • A personalized cosmetic look using Yves Saint Laurent products courtesy of Nordstrom of Cherry Creek.
  • 1 complimentary gift from the Yves Saint Laurent product line.

This will be one fashion experience that you will not want to miss out on. To enter for your chance to win our “Stay in Style” giveaway, head over to The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa’s Facebook page and look for the “Stay in Style” tab or click here.

For more information regarding this giveaway or to make your own reservations for the Couture Package or one of other Yves Saint Laurent inspired packages at The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa please call (303) 297-3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

Package is based on availability and must be used during March 25 – July 8, 2012.

A Few Things We Love about Denver’s Beer Culture

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It’s no secret that the craft beer culture here in Denver is booming. From home-brewers to some of the largest craft breweries in the world, Denver is crazy about beer. And with 18 Denver breweries currently under operation and 15 more in the process of starting up, it is quite evident that this will continue to be the trend for a long time to come.  Craft brewing will only continue to get more and more attention as the beer gets better and the establishments become more enticing hangout spots for local Denverites and visitors alike.

Now to honor the beer-crazy culture here in Denver, we here at The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa have a list of the 5 things we love the most about Denver and its beer. Check it out!

The beer itself. Regardless of what kind of ale or lager you are on the hunt for, you can find it here in Denver. And probably much more than you ever could imagine. As craft brewers continue to push the limits on what they can do with a beer and its flavor, they only continue to surpass our expectations. Ales and lagers have become more than your traditional beer, they have become a work of art.

The beer drinkers. What would a beer culture be without the beer drinkers themselves? Nothing. Denver is home to a wide variety of personalities and types of beer drinkers but one thing you can count on is that on any given day you are more than likely to find them in a local taproom or at home enjoying their favorite seasonal brew. The Denver beer drinkers have created this culture and will continue to keep it going for years.

The breweries. Like we said before, Denver now has 18 craft breweries with over 15 more in the works. That means more people are turning in their day jobs to become brewers and they have good reason to. Breweries like Denver Beer Co., Strange Brewing Company and Wynkoop Brewing Company deliver with some truly unique beers and taprooms to go along. These breweries are more than your everyday bar, they have become staples to local Denver neighborhoods.

The beer inspired events. With all the beer being brewed here in Denver, events and parties revolving around these same beers come a dime a dozen and we can’t complain. Perhaps the largest of all beer events is the Great American Beer Festival which brings together beer drinkers from around the world to sample over 2,000 different American beers. Mark your calendars because the GABF will be back in Denver from October 11-13, 2012.

We like it so much we joined it. Last September The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa paired with Denver’s first brewpub, Wynkoop Brewing Company, to craft the Rooftop Honey Saison. This limited-edition batch of beer utilized over 75 pounds of honey from our rooftop honey bees. This Belgian-style saison boasts 6.5% ABV and a slightly spicy flavor that works to accentuate the honey flavor. Keep The Brown and Wynkoop on your radar in the coming months for more!

5 Things To Do This Spring in Denver, Colorado

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Springtime in Denver, Colorado  can be quite the roller coaster when it comes to weather. But like the old saying goes, “If you don’t like the weather just wait 5 minutes.” One day you may find yourself in the midst of an infamous March blizzard and the next you’ll wake up to blue skies and sun. Luckily for you, this unique weather tends to ere towards the sunny side which makes for great opportunity to get out and explore the Mile High City.

To make the most of spring of 2012, take a look at the following events and activities that will make it impossible to leave or resist a trip to Denver this upcoming season.

  1. Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective. As the only exhibit showing in the United States, Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective will feature over 200 haute couture garments as well as various types of art from the world famous designer. To fully immerse yourself in the world of luxury and high fashion take a look at our Trendsetter Package specifically designed for this event.  Tickets to this exhibit are available at the Denver Art Museum now.
  2. Get out and enjoy the outdoors. With over 850 miles of hiking, biking and running trails around Denver and the Rocky Mountains within just a few miles, you have no excuse to be inactive this spring. Spend the day exploring Denver via bicycle, go on a half day hike in the foothills or make the trip west for a day of skiing. Regardless of what you decide to do, Denver is perfect for all your adventure needs.
  3. First Friday Events in the Santa Fe Art District. Experience the culture and wide array of art that Denver has to offer this spring with First Friday Art Walk. From 6-9pm on the first Friday of each month, the Santa Fe Art District will being offering free access to over 60 galleries, studios and restaurants. For transportation there will also be free shuttles running from 5:30-9:30pm at the light rail station on 10th Street and Osage Avenue.
  4. Spring shopping. One of the best parts of each spring season is that it serves as the time to update your warm weather wardrobe. With shopping on the 16th Street Mall, Denver Pavillions, Larimer Square, Cherry Creek Shopping District, a countless number of boutique stores and much more you’ll be able find everything that you desire.
  5. Rockies Games at Coors Field. The 2012 Colorado Rockies home opener is on April 9, which puts us at just a little over month out. And what would spring in Denver be without catching a few Rockies games at Coors Field? Even if you’re not much of a baseball fan the scenery, atmosphere and food should be enough to keep you entertained. Spend at least a few spring evenings or afternoons at the ballpark this year.

For more information regarding lodging and reservations or events in Denver please contact our concierge at (303) 297-3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

Photo Credit: Matt Santomarco

Girls Getaway at The Brown

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When’s the last time that you and all of your girlfriends got together for a getaway weekend? Whether it was quite recently or far too long ago to even remember, we here at The Brown feel as though all you ladies need a weekend of R & R and some gal time every once in awhile.

So now that we got the wheels rolling in your head, here is a guide to your ultimate girls getaway weekend at The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa here in Denver, Colorado.

Yves Saint Laurent – “The Designer” Package. Unleash the fashionista within you with our “The Designer” package. This package is in honor of the  Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective exhibit which comes to Denver on March 25, 2012. The package includes an overnight stay and VIP tickets to this show at the Denver Art Museum. After the show, come back to The Brown, relax and indulge in a chocolate-covered YSL amenity, hand delivered to your room. This is the chance for you ladies to come face to face with the work of a fashion icon and to embrace your inner fashionista for a weekend. Rates begin at $215/night.

Spa Treatments. Welcome to your rejuvenating refuge. At the spa at The Brown Palace we are more than willing to accommodate your entire group with a series of massages, facials, body treatments, manicures & pedicures, nail treatments, waxing services and salon hair care. With over 5,000 square feet of space, 6 different treatment rooms, a variety of custom treatments, special soaks and a stay that will take care of you with great pleasure, our spa is the perfect place to treat yourself like a queen for the weekend. Please visit here for a full list of spa treatments and amenities and to make reservations.

Traditional Afternoon Tea. For an afternoon of relaxation and reminiscence with all of the girls, be sure to take part in The Browns longstanding tradition of afternoon tea. Afternoon tea offers an elegant setting where you all can enjoy tea, scones, tea pastries and tea sandwiches, all of which are artfully prepared by our culinary staff daily. You will also experience the soothing sounds of The Brown’s harpist or pianist during afternoon tea. To ensure a spot at afternoon tea you can make reservations now. Open daily from 12-4pm in our atrium lobby.

Sunday Brunch at Ellyngton’s. Nothing will top off your girls getaway weekend like the Dom Perignon Champagne Brunch at Ellyngton’s. With a vast selection or beautifully prepared breakfast dishes, salad, sushi, fresh seafood and baked good there’s a little bit something for everyone. This food accompanied by flowing mimosas are sure to make for a Sunday and an entire weekend to remember for years. For Sunday brunch reservations at Ellyngton’s please visit our OpenTable page. Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

For more information regarding reservations or for general inquiries please call 303.297.3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

Presidents’ Day Weekend Activities in Denver

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Did you know that every U.S. President has visited The Brown Palace Hotel since Teddy Roosevelt (1905), with the exception of Calvin Coolidge and Barack Obama? That’s pretty impressive if you ask us. Now with Presidents’ Day right around the corner, have you decided on how you are going to spend this 3-day weekend?

If you’re still unsure about how you are going to celebrate this holiday and your time off, have no fear, we at The Brown Palace have taken the luxury of outlining a few ways to occupy your Presidents’  Day weekend.

Washington Park. Get out and get a little exercise this Presidents’  Day weekend. Wash Park boasts a 2.6-mile jogging path, soccer fields, 2 playgrounds, a basketball court, horseshoe court, 10 tennis courts and a lawn bowling green. As temperatures are looking to get warmer leading up to Presidents’  Day, you have no excuse to not take advantage of this gorgeous park located in the heart of Denver.

Stay at The Brown. Honor this nation’s great leaders by staying in one of our hotel’s suites named for their presidential residents: Eisenhower Suite, Reagan Suite, and Teddy Roosevelt Suite. If you can land the Eisenhower Suite look for a dent in the fireplace mantel. This dent marks where President Eisenhower hit a wayward golf ball while practicing in the room.

Free Day at Denver Botanic Gardens. On Presidents’  Day, Monday, February 20, the Denver Botanic Gardens will once again be offering free admission to all of their gardens to Colorado residents. Get together with your friends or family, to take a leisurely stroll around these beautiful and flamboyant gardens which offer up a few of Denver’s most spectacular art exhibits.

Westword Artopia. On Saturday, February 18 Denver’s Westword Magazine will be hosting their annual Artopia celebration. Westword’s Artopia will feature Denver’s finest musicians, culinary creations, local fashion and art at 5 different venues on South Broadway. All guests must be 21 or over.

For more information regarding reservations or for general inquiries please call 303.297.3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective Exhibit Comes to Denver, Colorado

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Fashion fans around the country and residents of Denver are flocking to the Denver Art Museum in anticipation for the opening of the Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective on March 25, 2012. Not only is Denver the only venue in the United States to feature this stunning collection, but the collection itself will leave you inspired to become a fashionista yourself. This exhibit will feature a selection of 200 haute couture garments along with numerous photographs, drawings, and films that illustrate the development of Saint Laurent’s style and the historical foundations of his work. For those of you that are fashion novices, YSL is one of the classic designers of the twentieth century. He learned the ropes under the guidance of the House of Dior where, at the age of 21, he became the head designer after Dior’s sudden death.  It’s no surprise that Denverites and fashion enthusiasts around the country are thrilled to have the opportunity to a look at some of the elegant clothing created by Yves Saint Laurent.

Make the most of this inspiring exhibit with our “The Designer” package that will make you feel like the fashionista that you are.  The package includes an overnight stay and VIP tickets that put you on the front line at the Yves St. Laurent exhibit at the Denver Art Museum. After your visit, relax and indulge in a chocolate-covered YSL amenity delivered to your room.

Rates begin at $215/night and rooms include exceptional accommodations to all visitors. For more information regarding reservations or for general inquiries please call 303.297.3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

Valentine’s Day Planner – The Brown Palace

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Valentine’s Day in Denver means romance is in the air. The options you have on how to spend this special day are endless. With that being said, here at The Brown we think you should take it upon yourself to make this year different than the others. One that will leave her (or him) speechless and feeling the love for a long time to come.

To accomplish this, allow us here at The Brown to pamper both you and your partner so you can focus more on each other as you spend the day as a couple. Just what would this entail you ask? Well it’s simple, follow this short guide to making this February 14 a Valentine’s Day to remember at The Brown.

Flowers. Stop by The Brown Palace Flower Shop and choose from a variety of elegant fresh floral arrangements for your special someone. Flowers are one the easiest ways to the heart and our arrangements would leave anyone feeling special.

Afternoon Tea. Share with one another the experience of The Brown’s longstanding Afternoon Tea tradition. Scones, tea pastries, and sandwiches are prepared daily. You will also be delighted to find out that Afternoon Tea boasts the soothing sounds of a a harpist or pianist every day.

Cocktails at Ship Tavern. With our wide variety of signature cocktails, micro-brews, and wines you can indulge in a few pre-dinner drinks that are sure to lead you into one romantic meal.

Dinner at Palace Arms. Considered as the crown jewel of The Brown Palace, our Palace Arms restaurant offers contemporary fine dining at its best. Dinner here is something that we feel everyone in Denver needs to experience at least once, so what better excuse to do so than Valentine’s Day?

Affairs of the Heart Tour. Join historian, Debra Faulkner, on a historical tour featuring the romantic rendezvous that have taken place at The Brown over the years including President Ike and Mamie Eisenhower and the affairs of Isabelle “Sassy” Springer.

After a long day of celebrating at The Brown extend your stay to one of our luxurious rooms. Rates begin at $152/night and rooms include exceptional accommodations to all visitors. For more information regarding reservations or for general inquiries please call 303.297.3111 or e-mail us at concierge@brownpalace.com.

We look forward to having you and remember make this Valentine’s Day in Denver one to forever remember.

From modern to abstract: Denver museums not to miss on your Denver vacation

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Denver’s arts and cultural world is thriving with stimulating museums, boutique galleries and spectacular visual arts. Spend an afternoon visiting the hip galleries, world-class museums or Denver’s art. No matter were you go, there will be something for everyone to enjoy as well as plenty of inspiration. Here are a few art museums and galleries not to miss on your next vacation to Denver:

  • Denver Art Museum: The Denver Art Museum’s Hamilton Building is an architectural work of art. Designed by Daniel Libeskind, it will change the way you experience art and architecture. Explore the museum’s galleries showcasing a world-famous American Indian art collection, as well as art from around the world.
  • Kirkland Museum: Kirkland Museum displays a nationally important collection of decorative arts from c. 1860 to 1980 with 3,300 examples of Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Wiener Werkstätte, De Stijl, Bauhaus, Art Deco, Modern, and Pop Art. A retrospective of Colorado’s unique and important painter, Vance Kirkland, and the works of over 170 other Colorado artists.
  • MCA DENVER — Museum of Contemporary Art Denver: MCA DENVER is an innovative forum for contemporary art that inspires and challenges all audiences, creating understanding and dialog about art of our time. As Denver’s first institution devoted entirely to contemporary art, MCA DENVER is housed in a new environmentally sustainable facility designed by David Adjaye.
  • Art District on Santa Fe: A unique, nationally known art and cultural district with over 60 galleries, restaurants, theatre and shops. The Art District is open every day of the week and opens its doors freely to lively crowds for popular events such as the First Friday Art Walk (held every first Friday of the month), and Preview Night (a more intimate gathering held every third Friday).

National Western Stock Show: Tweet to Win

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The Brown Palace has the VIP experience for you for the National Western Stock Show. Tweet for your chance to win 3 tickets to the Pro Rodeo on Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. and VIP access to Grand Champion Steer in The Brown Palace lobby on Friday, January 20th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for your exclusive photo and autograph session with the rodeo queens.

To enter, follow the @BrownPalace and tweet “Follow @BrownPalace and RT this for a chance to win tickets to @NationalWestern Pro Rodeo and more! http://bit.ly/BPStockshow”

Other details:

  • Contest ends on Sunday, January 15 at midnight
  • Winner will be chosen at random and notified on Monday, January 16