
The Westin Denver International Airport
Best for quick access to flights, large event space, and practical airport-side amenities.
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The Westin Denver International Airport is a full-service airport hotel built into Denver’s Jeppesen Terminal, ideal for travelers who need immediate airport access. Thompson Denver is an upscale lifestyle hotel in downtown Denver (LoDo) aimed at travelers who want stylish rooms and walkable access to the 16th Street Mall and Union Station.
Updated · about 40 km apart

Best for quick access to flights, large event space, and practical airport-side amenities.

Best for a downtown lifestyle stay close to Union Station, 16th Street, and city nightlife.
When The Westin Denver International Airport wins: choose the Westin if your priority is being physically connected to Denver International Airport, needing large meeting or wedding venues, or wanting on-site airport logistics and services.
When Thompson Denver wins: choose Thompson if you want a downtown location within walking distance of Union Station and the 16th Street Mall, a boutique/lifestyle atmosphere, and highly rated guest satisfaction.
Bottom line: pick the Westin for convenience around DEN and for big-event capacity; pick Thompson for a central Denver experience and a contemporary downtown hotel vibe.
| Category | The Westin Denver International Airport | Thompson Denver |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Full-service airport hotel with practical traveler amenities | Upscale lifestyle hotel with Art Deco touches in LoDo |
| Location | Directly connected to Jeppesen Terminal at Denver International Airport (DEN) | Downtown Denver (1616 MARKET ST.), steps from 16th Street and minutes from Union Station |
| Size (rooms) | 519 rooms, including 35 suites | 216 rooms |
| Star rating & guest score | Not published star on supplied record; guest-rating not published | 4.5 stars · guest rating 9.2 |
| Pool | Indoor heated saline pool and whirlpool on site | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Grill & Vine restaurant, Sky Lounge Lobby Bar, Ingredients (Starbucks grab-and-go) | Chez Maggy (French), coffee shop/cafe, 24-hour room service and a bar/lounge |
| Spa & wellness | WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio on-site; no independently named on-site spa verified | Fitness facilities on site; spa listed as 'nearby' on some sources — specific on-site spa name not published |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive: ~37,500 sq ft (multiple ballrooms and outdoor plaza up to 60,000 sq ft) | Number of meeting rooms: 2 (smaller event space) |
| Accessibility & family policy | Family-friendly, extensive accessible features; minimum check-in age 18 | Not adults-only; accessible rooms and features listed |
| Transport links | RTD A Line beneath hotel to Union Station (~37 minutes); direct terminal connection | Downtown walkable to Union Station (about 6 minutes on foot) |
The Westin sits inside Denver’s Jeppesen Terminal, so it’s essentially part of the airport.
Pick the Westin if proximity to flights and airport services is your main concern.
Thompson Denver is in LoDo, a short walk from 16th Street and Union Station.
Pick Thompson if you want to be in downtown Denver within walking distance of dining, bars, and transit.
The Westin offers a large range of room types built for varied traveler needs, from simple rooms to multi-bedroom suites.
The Westin fits groups, families, and travelers needing flexible room options near the airport.
Thompson’s 216 rooms trend boutique/lifestyle with a mix of standard rooms, corner rooms, studios and suites.
Thompson is for travelers who prefer a downtown boutique feel and varied room layouts.
The Westin focuses on airport-friendly dining with breakfast, casual meals, and a bar with runway views.
The Westin’s dining is tailored for travelers — reliable hours and quick options before flights.
Thompson Denver offers a signature French-influenced restaurant plus 24-hour room service and a bar.
Thompson is better suited to downtown dining and late-night neighborhood options.
The Westin has an indoor heated saline pool and a whirlpool for year-round pre- or post-flight relaxation.
The Westin provides a reliable on-site pool option for travelers on any schedule.
Thompson’s listing notes fitness facilities and nearby partner pool access; a dedicated on-site pool is not published.
Thompson focuses on downtown lifestyle amenities; pool access may be via a nearby partner property.
The Westin supports routines with a branded fitness studio and a lobby bar for late drinks.
The Westin keeps fitness continuity for travelers and offers a convenient bar for late arrivals.
Thompson provides on-site fitness amenities and a downtown bar scene within walking distance of nightlife.
Thompson is a better pick if you want walking access to Denver’s evening and cultural scene.

The Westin — directly connected to Jeppesen Terminal at DEN; ideal for same-day flights and tight connections.

Thompson — steps from 16th Street Mall and a short walk to Union Station, restaurants and bars.

The Westin — very large event and ballroom capacity with an outdoor plaza for big ceremonies.

Thompson — smaller, design-forward property with high guest ratings and on-site French dining.
Thompson is downtown and walkable to 16th Street Mall and Union Station; The Westin is at the airport about 40 km from downtown.
The Westin — connected to the Jeppesen Terminal, offering direct terminal access and airport services.
The Westin has an indoor heated saline pool and a whirlpool on site. Thompson’s supplier listing does not publish an on-site pool; it notes access to a nearby partner property’s pool 0.1 miles away.
Yes. Neither hotel is adults-only; The Westin is explicitly listed as family-friendly, and Thompson’s listing allows children (children stay free using existing bedding).
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