“We wanted this to be a one of a kind, immersive experience that feels like you’ve entered an old explorer’s club and a storied natural history museum,” said BEST WESTERN Denver Southwest Co-owner Greg Tally.
“Guests at our hotel will feel like they’ve stepped back in time, without sacrificing the modern amenities they’ve come to expect from a Best Western property,” added BEST WESTERN Denver Southwest Co-owner Meredith Tally.
Outside the property visitors are greeted by a life-sized stegosaurus statue named Stanley, which serves as the hotel’s official mascot and is a nod to nearby Dinosaur Ridge, the location of the world’s first stegosaurus discovery and an active site where fossils are still being unearthed today. Throughout the inside of the hotel visitors will encounter dinosaur skulls, interactive fossil tables, classic dinosaur artwork and fun facts about the study of dinosaurs.
To ensure scientific integrity and verisimilitude in the design, the Tally’s partnered with paleontology experts from across the country, including several from the nearby Morrison Natural History Museum. To create the classic museum feel, millworkers pulled pieces from an early 20th century bank lobby and used them to rebuild the hotel lobby with an antique fireplace, mahogany and pine paneling and louvered glass bookcases. The space is complemented by a marble floor, overstuffed leather furniture and a coffee table created from a vintage steam trunk.
“The renovations at the BEST WESTERN Denver Southwest really epitomize the independent spirit of Best Western and the commitment to creating a unique experience for our guests,” said Ron Pohl, Best Western senior vice president brand management & member services. “We take pride in giving our hoteliers the freedom and support to make their design dreams a reality and you can see the personal passion that the Tally’s put into making this a one of a kind hotel.”
Rooms at the property feature updated amenities and decorative touches to enhance the explorer experience, including the historic artwork of paleontologist Arthur Lakes. Other amenities include a new pool in the shape of Western Interior Cretaceous Seaway of 85 million years ago, newly renovated hot tub and daily complimentary full breakfast. The property has also added both a coffee bar and interactive learning station, as well as a restaurant and bar named Roof Lizard Lounge. On the ceiling of the restaurant swims a 40-foot dig panel of a tylosaurus named Sophie
The BEST WESTERN Denver Southwest is located at 3440 South Vance Street just outside Downtown Denver. In addition to Dinosaur Ridge, the hotel is located near other paleontological attractions, including Morrison Natural History Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science and Triceratops Trail.
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