
The Westin Denver International Airport
Best for travelers who need walkable access to Denver International Airport, larger meeting and wedding venues, or a reliable pre-/post-flight stay.
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The Westin Denver International Airport is a full-service, airport-connected hotel for travelers who need quick terminal access or meeting/event space; The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block is a trendy lifestyle hotel in LoDo for travelers who want downtown dining and nightlife. Read this if you’re deciding between an airport-first stay (The Westin) and a short urban stay near Union Station and Coors Field (The Maven).
Updated · about 39.9 km apart

Best for travelers who need walkable access to Denver International Airport, larger meeting and wedding venues, or a reliable pre-/post-flight stay.

Best for travelers who want to be in Lower Downtown (LoDo) near Union Station, Coors Field, restaurants, bars, and a compact, design-forward hotel experience.
When The Westin Denver International Airport wins: pick the Westin when your priority is time to or from DEN (it’s directly connected to Jeppesen Terminal), when you need lots of meeting/wedding space, or when an indoor heated pool and 24-hour fitness are important before/after a flight.
When The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block wins: choose The Maven when you want to stay in LoDo within walking distance of Union Station, Coors Field, and a concentrated dining/nightlife scene — ideal for short downtown visits and leisure travelers.
Bottom line: The Westin and The Maven serve different needs. Use the Westin for airport convenience, group events, and predictable full-service amenities; use The Maven for a stylish downtown base close to Denver attractions and nightlife.
| Category | The Westin Denver International Airport | The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Functional, full-service airport hotel with business and event focus | Trendy lifestyle hotel in LoDo with downtown energy |
| Location | Directly connected to Denver International Airport’s Jeppesen Terminal (8300 Peña Blvd) | 1850 Wazee St in Lower Downtown (LoDo), steps from Coors Field and Union Station |
| Size | Large: 519 guest rooms, 35 suites and extensive event space | Medium: 172 rooms |
| Who it’s best for | Air travelers, meeting and event groups, families requiring airport access | Leisure travelers who want to be in downtown Denver nightlife and dining |
| Pools | Indoor heated saline pool and whirlpool on site | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Grill & Vine (American/farm-to-table), Sky Lounge Lobby Bar, Ingredients (Starbucks grab-and-go) | Kachina Cantina (on-site restaurant), coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars/lounges |
| Spa / wellness | No named on-site spa; nearby off-site Relâche Spa is a separate property | 24-hour health club on site; spa services not published |
| Accessibility & family policy | All-ages, family-friendly; accessible rooms and public areas | |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive: over 37,500 sq ft including two large ballrooms and 60,000 sq ft outdoor plaza | Smaller: ballroom and 1 meeting room listed |
| Walkable city access | Limited walkability to downtown; RTD A Line connects hotel to Union Station in ~37 minutes | Highly walkable to Coors Field, Union Station, 16th Street Mall and downtown dining |
The Westin sits inside the airport complex with direct, walkable access to Jeppesen Terminal and the RTD A Line beneath the hotel.
Choose The Westin if proximity to DEN and easy terminal access are your priorities.
The Maven is located in Lower Downtown (LoDo), within a few minutes’ walk of Union Station and Coors Field.
Pick The Maven when you want to be in the heart of downtown Denver and close to nightlife and venues.
The Westin offers a broad room and suite mix designed for business and families, including Day Use Room options.
The Westin has wide room choice and suite inventory, useful for groups and families.
The Maven provides 172 air-conditioned rooms with a mix of standard rooms, craftsman/innovator suites, lofts, and specialty bunk-room options.
The Maven’s room roster is design-forward with several suite and bunk options for groups or families visiting downtown.
The Westin’s dining is tuned to airport guests: a full restaurant, a lobby bar with runway views, and a grab-and-go café.
If you need reliable dining that accommodates early flights and late arrivals, the Westin’s venues cover most needs.
The Maven sits inside Dairy Block and emphasizes downtown dining and social bars inside its footprint.
The Maven is better if you plan multiple downtown meals or want immediate access to LoDo nightlife.
The Westin provides an indoor heated saline pool and a whirlpool for year-round pre- or post-flight relaxation.
The Westin’s pool is a reliable, climate-controlled option when you need a swim at any hour.
Pool information for The Maven is not published in the supplier listing.
If a pool is essential, confirm availability at The Maven before booking.
The Westin focuses on fitness access plus a lobby bar for late drinks close to the terminal.
The Westin supports a strong in-room and fitness routine for travelers with limited time.
The Maven offers a 24-hour health club and is embedded in LoDo nightlife with two bars on property and immediate neighborhood options.
The Maven is better if you plan to spend evenings out in LoDo and want nearby late-night options.

Immediate, walkable access to DEN’s Jeppesen Terminal and RTD A Line beneath the hotel.

Steps from Union Station, Coors Field and a dense cluster of LoDo restaurants and bars.

Extensive event space including two large ballrooms and a 60,000 sq ft outdoor plaza.

Trendy lifestyle rooms, named suites/lofts, and a compact property tailored to short urban stays.
The Westin is more practical: it’s connected to Jeppesen Terminal so late-night arrivals and early departures are easier.
The Maven: it’s in LoDo within a short walk of Union Station, Coors Field, the 16th Street Mall and many restaurants and bars.
The Maven’s supplier listing does not publish an on-site spa; The Westin does not have a named on-site spa and directs some guests to a separate nearby spa (Relâche) at another property.
The Westin: it has far larger meeting and wedding facilities (ballrooms and an outdoor plaza) compared with the Maven’s smaller event offerings.
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