The Holiday Chalet

3.0 star property
Hotel in Denver, a quick walk to Cheesman Park

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, microwave, and large sink.
Relax in a classic bedroom with a plush bed, ornate headboard, and rich curtains.
Enjoy a classic stay in this beautifully appointed room with a large window, wooden dining table, and comfortable chair.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful plants.
Relax in this spacious room with a high ceiling, ornate chandelier, and comfortable chairs near a large window.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1820 E. Colfax, Denver, CO, 80218
  • Denver Botanic Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Denver Art Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Colorado Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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Room options

Arthur Suite 3

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Beatrice Suite 21

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Louise Suite 22

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Charles Suite 5

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Helena Suite 23

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Victoria Suite 24

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Alice Suite 25

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Edward Suite 31

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Leopold Room 32

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Augusta Room 33

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Alfred Suite 4

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Alexandrina Suite 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Albert I Suite 1

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Denver

Located in Cheesman Park within a short walk of Cheesman Park, The Holiday Chalet is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Denver Botanic Gardens. This 6-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like coffee makers, Smart TVs, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Denver Botanic Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Denver Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Denver Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Colorado Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Empower Field at Mile High - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • 27th - Welton Station - 3 min drive
  • 48th & Brighton at National Western Center Station - 9 min drive
  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Illegal Pete's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Doughnut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pete's Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Holiday Chalet

Hotel in Denver, a quick walk to Cheesman Park
A local mainstay since 1896, The Holiday Chalet offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. You can put free offsite parking to good use if you drive. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a garden.
Smart TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers and wardrobes or closets are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1896
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at The Holiday Chalet.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Chalet B&B Denver
Holiday Chalet B&B
Holiday Chalet Denver
Holiday Chalet
Holiday Chalet Hotel Denver
Holiday Chalet Hotel
The Holiday Chalet Hotel
The Holiday Chalet Denver
The Holiday Chalet Hotel Denver

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Holiday Chalet?

This hotel is situated in Cheesman Park within a short 13-minute walk of Fillmore Auditorium and also 16 minutes on foot from Denver Botanic Gardens. You'll also find Denver Zoo and Coors Field within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Holiday Chalet?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does The Holiday Chalet have a casino at the property?

No, The Holiday Chalet doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Holiday Chalet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Holiday Chalet good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does The Holiday Chalet have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Holiday Chalet feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Holiday Chalet doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Holiday Chalet allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Holiday Chalet for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does The Holiday Chalet have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Holiday Chalet?

The closest major airport to The Holiday Chalet is Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), which is 17.6 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Denver Intl. Airport (DEN), which is located 23.9 mi away (31-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Holiday Chalet?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Holiday Chalet.

The Holiday Chalet Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 556 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was fine but there is no on site personnel. You get in while punching in a code at the entrance with homeless literally on the steps to the front door about 5 feet away. I moved to another hotel for the rest of the weekend. Moved to a Hilton Inn on Welton Street which was 1000 % better
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Traveled with pets
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very creepy but also nice clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's a good location, but the area is a little rough. There is no staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a unique property. Good location as it is central to many attractions, but in a bad block. Very noisy making sleep impossible. People who weren’t guests were very disruptive. There were adequate furnishings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay was ok. The Property its self could certainly use a facelift. I stayed in 2 rooms for my stay and i must say i love the unique designs of each room, but the rooms its self could really use and update. One of my rooms only had 2 outlets in the main living area and neither were even close to my bed. The other room didnt even have bed side night stands i had to charge my eletronics on the other side of the room. Also this room had a lack of plugs in it as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Saeed

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were so many flaws in the room that I preferred not to stay there. Moreover the surrounding area of the property didn’t seem safe to me. I would not recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Unknown

Disliked: Amenities
Cc
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

greg

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
wouldnt recommend. good idea, bad neighborhood, smoke smell, old and dingy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Colorado Springs

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on Colfax. Colfax is Colfax so if you know you know :-)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at in my life. Sketchy, dirty, noisy, dusty, creepy, uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible horrible experience

When my husband and I arrived at this location, we were horrified at what we drove up to this location and parked out front, we were greeted by homeless people on the steps leading to the door, we had to physically step over them. When we finally got to the door, as we searched for our code, another girl on the stairs opened the door up with her code, as if she had done it for other before. How incredibly unsafe. Upon entering the building, we were met with an awful smell, dirty rugs and an overall very unsettling appearance. At this tine, we realized there was not any hotel staff on site at all. We never even entered our room, we left and thought it would be 100% safer to stay somewhere else. The location of this “chalet” is incredibly dangerous for out of town guests with plans of leaving their room at any point. To say we were disappointment in this booking is the understatement of the century!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are VERY swanky (stayed in the Albert ste) but being that there is ZERO on-site staff, here is the issue: response times if there is an issue... and there was. We ran out of the ¼ roll of toilet paper by the 2nd day and there were only 2 washclothes for 2 ppl for 4 days. I emailed mgnt but got no response. Luckily we had our own TP! Then the 2nd day we found a cleaning person and asked them directly and she took care of it. But then the lock code stopped working on the room door. U have a maglock at the front door and an electric doorlock on the room. Evidently the batteries die all the time but cleaning staff cannot do that. So she let us in by using the master key but we had to wait for the Mgr to chg the batteries and reprogram the lock. Well she was supposed to be there in 5mins as she was already en route supposedly. That was at 9am. I had to go to a trade show, but my wife cldnt leave or she might not be able to get back in the room- and there is NO lobby. The Mgr finally showed up arnd 5pm. So my wife cldnt even leave for lunch or to go outside for fresh air. All day she was basically trapped in the room. Other issues: the furnishings in the room in the pictures must be for staging bc the room was much more barren when we were there- no decorative credenza, nightstands were diff, no bedskirt at all; the coffee was not replenished daily; the window onto the alley was missing the lock, homeless hang out on the side and in front of the bldg so remain vigilant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rafael, Tulsa

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chili

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no elevator, no hanger for clothes, no kitchen as pic advertised
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's definitely a place with character! The area is a bit sketchy and there always seems to be a few people hanging around the street outside--I would try to avoid coming and going alone if I could. The service was great however, and there's air conditioning and the bed was comfy. It was still a great experience. Definitely check out Pete's Diner and the Lion's Lair just down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

sandi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to park blocks way on side street with car not in safe neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marissa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No way, never again!! I’m a well-seasoned Denver traveler and have stayed all around the Capital Hill area. I get it- there’s a certain crowd here and I don’t mind. But, this place is THE worst. I used to walk past this building and I thought it was a hostel. It just had that look- a lot of people hang out right here. I did have to park 2 blocks away and walk with all my stuff through the homeless crowds. That was rough. But, the inside of this place is just as bad. There was marshmallow goo or something on the floor, then on my shoe, then just everywhere. The toilet leaked and ran all night. I couldn’t get all the curtains closed so I felt every exposed to the outside. The linens are all gray so you can tell how really dirty they are, but if you look you’ll see the stains. The worker there didn’t greet me, just sort of ran by and opened the door (my code didn’t work) and didn’t say anything. She looked a little rough to be honest. It’s just a gross place. Doesn’t feel safe at all. Definitely not clean. There was a half eaten bag of open chips in the cabinet so you know they’re not cleaning real deep or anything. No matter what the price, I would never stay here again. Ever. And, believe me, I’ve stayed some shady places. And before the sarcastic management that responds to other reviews says something smart assy, let me say- I do know what a hostel is. And I know this area very well. This place may not technically be a hostel, it definitely has that vibe. This place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024