Denver International Airport (DEN): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 21 miles.

Driving directions from Denver International Airport: Exit the airport on Pena Blvd and proceed south for about 10 miles. Take Exit 1A / I-70. Proceed west on I-70. Take Exit 278 / Quebec St. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Quebec St and proceed south for about one mile. Hotel is on right just past 33rd St.

The hotel courtesy shuttle is the most popular way of getting from the airport to the hotel. Two trips are scheduled during peak hours, but a courtesy phone in baggage claim connects guests to the hotel for off-schedule requests. Airport shuttles, taxis, and rental cars are also popular. One-way shuttle fares range from $16–$25, and taxi fares range from $26–$35. Fees subject to change without notice. Car rentals are available online.

Getting around: The hotel courtesy shuttle transports guests to downtown throughout the evening. Times and availability subject to change. Taxis are available and convenient. Guests who plan extensive local travel or sightseeing should consider renting a car, which is the most convenient way of getting around. One-half mile from the hotel is an RTD bus stop, where guests can catch buses that connect to much of Denver.

Papp's Deli - Sandwiches, snacks, and beverages are available to go at this lobby deli.

Martini's Lounge - A variety of wines, spirits, and beers are offered at the hotel's sophisticated yet relaxed bar, where guests can play pool and partake in daily happy hour specials.

24-hour room service is available in guestrooms.

Amenity highlights: Guests dine at the Quebec Bistro, sip cocktails, and play pool at Martini's Lounge, or grab a quick snack at Papp's Deli. The 14,000-square-foot Stapleton Fitness Center offers racquetball, fitness classes, massage therapy, and swimming in the indoor/outdoor pool. Complimentary airport, downtown, and Cherry Creek shuttle service is available by request, making sightseeing and shopping a snap.

Insider tip: Time-strapped travelers who still want to take the city's pulse should take advantage of the hotel's complimentary shuttle service to downtown Denver. Must-see attractions, particularly for those on a budget, include the 4-block Civic Center Park, located near the capitol and U.S. Mint (no entry fees), and the 16th Street Mall, a mile-long, tree-lined pedestrian shopping street.

A business center with Internet access (fee), printer, and fax is available for guest use. The hotel offers 20,000 square feet of meeting space, including two ballrooms and 20 individual meeting rooms.

The 314-acre Denver City Park, 3 miles from the hotel, contains a golf course, tennis courts, horseshoes, two lakes, picnic sites, playgrounds, the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and baseball, football, and soccer fields.

Rocky Mountain National Park, a popular spot for hiking, is 65 miles northwest of Denver. Summit County, 80 miles west of Denver, includes four popular ski areas: Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin. Vail is 105 miles west of Denver.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or near the hotel; fees may apply.