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🎒Backpackers

Where to Stay in Denver

Cheapest areas, hostel districts, and budget tips

🛡️ Safe💰 Budget: USD 90/day🚇 Good Transit

Our pick for backpackers

Stay in Capitol Hill

Provides more affordable accommodation options like hostels and budget hotels, alongside diverse and inexpensive eateries.

Best Neighborhoods for Backpackers

Ranked by relevance for backpackers visiting Denver

1

Capitol Hill

Budget

Eclectic mix of historic mansions, colorful bungalows, and a diverse, bohemian population.

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  • +More affordable accommodation and dining options
  • +Close proximity to cultural institutions and parks
  • +Diverse and lively atmosphere
  • -Can be noisy due to traffic and nightlife on Colfax
  • -Parking can be challenging
  • -Some blocks have visible homelessness
🏨 Halcyon, a Hotel Cherry Creek🏨 Capitol Hill Mansion Bed & Breakfast🏨 Hostel Fish
2

LoDo (Lower Downtown)

Luxury

Historic brick buildings meet modern sports arenas and lively bars.

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  • +Central location with easy access to attractions
  • +Abundant dining and nightlife options
  • +Historic charm with modern amenities
  • -Can be noisy and crowded, especially on game days
  • -Pricier than other areas
🏨 The Crawford Hotel🏨 Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver🏨 The Oxford Hotel
3

RiNo (River North Art District)

Mid-range

Vibrant street art, craft breweries, and trendy eateries in a formerly industrial area.

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  • +Incredible street art scene
  • +Concentration of breweries and unique bars
  • +Independent and creative atmosphere
  • -Can feel spread out with significant walking between points of interest
  • -Development is rapidly changing the character
🏨 The Ramble Hotel🏨 Source Hotel🏨 The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton
4

Uptown

Luxury

Upscale residential streets lined with sophisticated restaurants and bars, adjacent to downtown.

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  • +Excellent dining and cocktail scene
  • +Elegant and quieter atmosphere than LoDo
  • +Close to City Park and museums
  • -Can be expensive
  • -Limited public transport options within the neighborhood itself
🏨 The Curtis Denver, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel🏨 Warwick Denver🏨 Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver

Daily Budget (Budget)

USD 90/day

Hostel Denver dorm bedUSD 40
Breakfast burrito from Santiago's, lunch from a food truck (e.g., Banh Mi), dinner at Pete's Greek GrillUSD 30
RTD Day Pass for buses and light railUSD 6
Explore the 16th Street Mall, visit the Denver Art Museum (free first Saturday of the month or general admission)USD 14
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Hidden Gems in Denver

Lesser-known spots the locals love

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Tuyet Nga

This no-frills Vietnamese spot is a local favorite for its authentic pho and banh mi. It's unassuming from the outside but consistently delivers delicious and affordable meals.

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RiNo Art District Murals

FREE

Wander through the streets of the River North Art District to discover a vibrant outdoor gallery of ever-changing murals and street art. It's a fantastic way to experience Denver's creative spirit for free.

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Avanti Food & Beverage

A modern food hall with multiple local eateries and a rooftop bar offering stunning views of the downtown skyline. It's a popular spot for locals to grab a bite and drinks in a lively atmosphere.

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