Hotels With a Pool in Denver
A pool matters more in Denver than you might think. Summers are hot and sunny at a mile above sea level, and winters bring cold, bright days when an indoor pool and hot tub are the best way to warm up after skiing or sightseeing. Four Seasons Hotel Denver leads this list with a 9.4 rating and a rooftop pool, and Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Central Park follows at 9.3 with both indoor and outdoor pools. Downtown, The Rally Hotel and Sentral Union Station add rooftop and outdoor pools near Coors Field and Union Station, while suite hotels toward the airport offer indoor pools and kitchens. Hotels are ranked by guest rating.
Denver is the Mile High City, sitting at 5,280 feet on the edge of the Rocky Mountains. It is sunny, dry and active, with brewpubs, baseball at Coors Field, a revived LoDo district around Union Station and the ski resorts of the I-70 corridor within a two-hour drive on a good day.
Rooftop views or family indoor pools
Denver's pool hotels sit in three areas: downtown and LoDo, close to Union Station, Coors Field and Larimer Square; the Central Park neighbourhood between the city and the airport; and the airport corridor itself. Rooftop pools come with mountain views downtown, while the suburbs offer indoor pools, free breakfast and more space for families.
Four Seasons Hotel Denver has the highest rating on this list at 9.4 and the most polished pool experience. The rooftop pool sits above downtown with views toward the Front Range, and the spa and wellness centre is the most complete in the city centre. Suites are large, some with mountain views, and fine dining is on site. The Denver Performing Arts Complex is a short walk away, and a complimentary shuttle covers nearby trips. It is the obvious choice for a special occasion or a luxury weekend, and its pool deck is a calm place to spend a warm afternoon between shows and dinners.
Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Central Park is the family favourite, rated 9.3 from nearly 700 reviews. It is the only hotel on this list with both an indoor and an outdoor pool, so children can swim in any season, and a hot tub and spa area complete the set. A free hot breakfast is served daily, and rooms have a microwave and small refrigerator. Central Park is a newer neighbourhood on the site of Denver's old Stapleton airport, between downtown and Denver International Airport, which makes this an easy base for both. Nearby Home2 Suites by Hilton Denver Central Park, rated 9.0, adds kitchens and an indoor pool.
Downtown, two hotels bring the pool close to the action. The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square, rated 9.1, has a rooftop swimming pool and hot tub right beside Coors Field, a short walk from Union Station, so a swim fits easily before an evening baseball game. Sentral Union Station, rated 8.9 from more than 800 reviews, is three minutes on foot from the station and offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre and an outdoor fireplace. Its apartment-style rooms suit groups and longer stays, and the A Line train from the airport arrives at Union Station.
Two airport hotels round out the list for early flights or arrivals late at night. Homewood Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport, rated 9.1, has an indoor pool and hot tub, family rooms with kitchens, free breakfast and a garden with an outdoor fireplace. Staybridge Suites Denver International Airport, rated 9.0 from nearly 600 reviews, offers full kitchens, an indoor pool, a fitness centre and free airport transfers. Both are practical and comfortable rather than glamorous, and an indoor pool is a welcome way for children to burn off energy after a long flight before the drive into the mountains.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a family trip to Denver, I would choose Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Central Park. It is the only hotel here with both indoor and outdoor pools, breakfast is free, and the 9.3 guest rating from nearly 700 reviews is reassuring. For a couple, my advice is the rooftop pool at Four Seasons Hotel Denver, with views toward the Front Range.
Four Seasons Hotel Denver
Denver
70 reviews
Rooftop pool, spa, and mountain views in downtown Denver
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFour Seasons Hotel Denver gives families a rooftop pool with city views, a reliable reward after a day around downtown Denver and the Colorado Convention Center. Suites leave room to spread out, and some have panoramic views of the skyline and the mountains beyond, worth requesting with children. Parents can book a treatment at the spa, the restaurant and bar keep dinner simple, a free shuttle helps with outings, and pets are welcome.
Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Central Park
Denver
698 reviews
Family-friendly hotel with indoor/outdoor pools and complimentary hot breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itIndoor and outdoor pools plus a hot tub make Drury Plaza Hotel Denver Central Park a strong family pick in Denver: children can swim in any season. The free hot breakfast every day saves time and a separate stop, and each room has a microwave and small refrigerator for snacks and drinks. Parents also get a fitness center. A 9.3 score from 698 reviews is excellent and suggests very consistent service.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport
Denver
143 reviews
Family-friendly suites with a pool, hot tub, and free airport shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHomewood Suites Denver International Airport suits families before or after a flight, with a shuttle that runs 24 hours. Family rooms have kitchen facilities and a sofa bed, so children get their own bed and snacks are easy. The indoor pool and hot tub help everyone relax after travel, the garden with its outdoor fireplace is a calm spot in the evening, and the free American buffet breakfast gets an early start going.
The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square
Denver
259 reviews
Rooftop pool and hot tub in the heart of downtown Denver
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Rally Hotel is an easy pick for families in downtown Denver. The rooftop pool and hot tub give children a reward after a day of sightseeing, and Union Station and Coors Field are both a short walk from McGregor Square, so a ballgame night needs no car. The restaurant and bar on site keep dinner simple, the fitness center suits parents, and pets are accepted. Expect a lively square around the hotel rather than a quiet setting.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Denver Central Park
Denver
143 reviews
Spacious, pet-friendly suites with kitchens and an indoor pool
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would choose this Home2 Suites for a Denver family stay with a kitchen and an indoor pool. Rooms have kitchens, sofa beds and free toiletries, and guests rate the hotel 9.0 across 143 reviews. The indoor swimming pool and a fitness room are on site, free WiFi covers public areas, and pets are welcome. Denver International Airport and local attractions are within reach.
Staybridge Suites Denver International Airport by IHG
Denver
581 reviews
All-suite comfort with full kitchens and airport transfers
Check availabilityWhy guests love itEvery suite at Staybridge Suites Denver International Airport has a full kitchen, which lets families cook their own meals before or after a long flight. A buffet breakfast is included, and the indoor pool gives children a way to burn off energy after a day of travel. The free airport transfer removes the stress of getting to the terminal with luggage and children, Wi-Fi is complimentary, and a fitness center is available for parents.
Sentral Union Station
Denver
824 reviews
Modern comfort with a pool and spa, steps from Union Station
Check availabilityWhy guests love itUnion Station is a three-minute walk from Sentral Union Station, which I find useful for families arriving by train or heading out on day trips without a car. The outdoor pool and hot tub give children something to look forward to after sightseeing, and the outdoor fireplace makes for a calm evening spot. Parents also get a fitness center and a lounge. An 8.9 score from 824 reviews is very good. Pick it for location and the pool.
Hampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park
Denver
298 reviews
Family-friendly comfort with a pool, hot tub, and airport shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHampton Inn & Suites Denver Airport / Gateway Park is 2 km from Denver International Airport, with a free shuttle, which takes the stress out of an early flight with children. Family rooms have a microwave for snacks, and the indoor pool and hot tub help everyone relax after a long journey. Parents can use the fitness center, and an EV charging station is on site for families arriving by electric car before a trip.
Kasa Union Station Denver
Denver
324 reviews
Apartment-style living in downtown Denver with a pool and private balconies
Check availabilityWhy guests love itKasa Union Station Denver works like an apartment: each unit has a full kitchen, a private balcony and a washing machine, which makes a longer family stay much easier. The seasonal outdoor pool, the garden and the picnic area give children space outdoors in warm months, and the outdoor fireplace is pleasant in the evening. Union Station is within walking distance for train trips and downtown outings. Pets are accepted for families traveling with a dog.
Hampton Inn & Suites Denver-Downtown
Denver
1,858 reviews
Downtown comfort with mountain views, pool, and complimentary breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAn indoor pool and hot tub make this downtown Hampton Inn & Suites an easy pick for families, a reliable way to end a day of sightseeing whatever the weather. Complimentary breakfast saves time each morning, and free WiFi works in every room. From the hotel there are views of the Rocky Mountains, a good preview before a day trip west. A fitness center is on site, and pets are welcome.
Local tips
- 1The sun is strong at Denver's altitude: use high-factor sunscreen at rooftop and outdoor pools, even on cool days.
- 2Outdoor pools usually open from late spring to early autumn; choose an indoor pool for winter and ski trips.
- 3The A Line train links Denver International Airport with Union Station in about 37 minutes.
- 4Drink plenty of water during the first days: the dry air and altitude dehydrate swimmers quickly.
- 5Book Coors Field-area hotels early when the Rockies play at home, as LoDo fills up on game days.
- 6Central Park and airport hotels often have easier and cheaper parking than downtown properties.