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Populus vs Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek

Populus is a 13-story, sustainability-focused 4-star downtown Denver hotel with rooftop dining and easy access to museums and civic attractions; this guide is for travelers who want a modern, walkable Denver base near Civic Center Park. Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek is a 4.5-star Marriott Luxury Collection property in Cherry Creek for travelers who value branded luxury, a polished lobby experience, and proximity to high-end shopping and dining.

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Populus

Downtown · Biophilic design · Rooftop dining

Best for museum- and culture-focused visitors who want a modern, sustainably minded downtown stay steps from Civic Center Park and the Denver Art Museum.

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Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek

Cherry Creek luxury · Marriott Luxury Collection · Shopping & meetings

Best for travelers who want a recognized luxury-brand stay near Cherry Creek Shopping Center with meeting and event facilities.

Quick Verdict: Populus vs Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek

When Populus wins: choose Populus if you want to be in the civic/museum district, value contemporary biophilic design and rooftop dining with skyline and mountain views, and prefer a walkable downtown base for cultural sites and events.

When Hotel Clio wins: choose Hotel Clio if you want Marriott Luxury Collection polishing, convenient access to Cherry Creek Shopping Center and its restaurants, or if you need larger conference/meeting capacity under a familiar luxury brand.

Bottom line: Populus is the newer, design-forward downtown pick for culture and rooftop atmosphere; Hotel Clio is the Cherry Creek luxury option with strong meeting facilities and branded-service expectations. Both are upscale, but they serve different neighborhoods and trip priorities.

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Populus vs Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – At a Glance

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CategoryPopulusHotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek
Overall vibeModern, sustainability-forward downtown hotel with biophilic designPolished Luxury Collection hotel in Cherry Creek focused on shopping and meetings
LocationAcross from Civic Center Park; walkable to Denver Art Museum and cultural sitesSteps from Cherry Creek Shopping Center and close to botanic gardens
Size265 rooms across 13 floors199 guestrooms
Ages / policyAll ages welcome; primary guest must be 21+ to check in
PoolsNo on-site pool
Restaurants & barsThree on-site venues: Pasque (all-day), Stellar Jay (rooftop dinner/bar), Little Owl CoffeeOne restaurant (Toro Latin Kitchen Lounge) and a bar/lounge; room service available
Spa & wellnessNo on-site spa; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikesNot published
Meetings & eventsMultiple Level 2 rooms, rooftop event spaces; ~3,135 sq ft total meeting space; rooftop buyouts possibleApproximately 9 meeting rooms and 9,700 sq ft (901 m²) of conference space
Parking & transportNo on-site self-parking (valet available for a surcharge); walkable to transitValet parking (surcharge); preferred airport DEN about 33.3 mi away
Known forBiophilic design, rooftop dining and sustainability claims (carbon-positive claim)Cherry Creek address and Marriott Luxury Collection branding

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Location: Downtown Civic Center vs Cherry Creek shopping

Populus – Location

Populus sits across from Civic Center Park and within an easy walk of the Denver Art Museum and state capitol.

  • 240 14th St; roughly a 5–10 minute walk to the Denver Art Museum and a 1–2 minute walk to Civic Center Park
  • Good walkability to Larimer Square, 16th Street Mall, Union Station and Denver performing-arts venues
  • Built to encourage walking and transit; intentionally has no onsite self-parking

Choose Populus to be in the cultural heart of downtown, close to museums, theaters and civic sites.

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – Location

Hotel Clio is located in Cherry Creek, immediately adjacent to Cherry Creek Shopping Center.

  • 150 Clayton Lane, Cherry Creek Shopping Center is about 0.1 mi away per supplier listing
  • Short drive to Denver Botanic Gardens and parks; Cherry Creek offers high-end shops and restaurants
  • Preferred airport listed as Denver Intl. Airport (DEN)

Choose Hotel Clio if you want to base yourself in Cherry Creek for shopping and neighborhood dining.

Rooms: Design-forward downtown rooms vs Luxury Collection guestrooms

Populus – Rooms

Populus offers 265 rooms and suites with nature-inspired interiors and standard modern amenities.

  • Room types include Solo Room, Poplar Room, City Room, Aspen Room, Populus Room, and two suites (Capital Studio Suite, Mountain Studio Suite)
  • Guestroom amenities listed: hairdryer, Grown Alchemist bath amenities, bathrobe, Smart TV, complimentary high-speed WiFi
  • Daily Destination Amenity fee covers select perks (WiFi, $15 F&B credit at Pasque, fitness access, museum tickets)

Populus centers on design and curated in-room amenities, with a modest daily amenity fee for extras.

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – Rooms

Hotel Clio has 199 guestrooms typical of a Luxury Collection property with minibars and pillowtop beds.

  • Room types listed include Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (various accessible options) and Mountain View rooms
  • Rooms include minibars, LCD TVs, complimentary wired and wireless internet, and private baths with separate tubs and showers
  • Complimentary wired internet and free WiFi are highlighted in the supplier listing

Hotel Clio delivers classic Luxury Collection room standards and in-room comforts suitable for upscale stays.

Dining & drinks: Multiple on-site concepts vs single signature restaurant

Populus – Dining & drinks

Populus runs three food-and-drink outlets spanning casual coffee to rooftop dinner.

  • Pasque: ground-floor all-day seasonal American restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Stellar Jay: rooftop live-fire restaurant and bar with dinner service and panoramic views
  • Little Owl Coffee: two-floor lobby espresso bar serving pastries and specialty drinks

Populus is the better pick for variety on-site and rooftop dining with city and mountain views.

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – Dining & drinks

Hotel Clio features Toro Latin Kitchen Lounge as its signature dining outlet and a bar/lounge.

  • Toro Latin Kitchen Lounge serves American/Latin-inspired cuisine with bar/lounge service
  • Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge (weekday and weekend hours noted in supplier listing)
  • Room service is offered according to the supplier highlight

Hotel Clio has a single signature restaurant and lounge appropriate for understated, branded dining.

Pools/Signature amenity: Rooftop dining & views vs Cherry Creek shopping access

Populus – Pools/Signature amenity

Populus’s signature on-property amenity is its rooftop dining, terrace and views rather than a pool.

  • No on-site pool or spa; rooftop Stellar Jay and public terrace provide skyline and mountain views
  • Rooftop spaces are used for dining and private events including full buyouts for weddings
  • Guest amenities include access to cultural tickets and a rooftop lounge space

If rooftop views and on-site dining are your priority, Populus is the stronger match.

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – Pools/Signature amenity

Hotel Clio’s key neighborhood draw is immediate access to Cherry Creek Shopping Center rather than a pool.

  • No published on-site pool in the supplier listing; highlights emphasize garden and rooftop garden instead
  • Location places you steps from designer stores and Cherry Creek restaurants
  • Hotel features concierge services and event spaces for meetings and weddings

Hotel Clio is about location to Cherry Creek retail and curated hotel service, not a resort pool.

Wellness & nightlife: Fitness, rooftop evenings vs fitness and lounge

Populus – Wellness & nightlife

Populus provides a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop bar for evening drinks and skyline views.

  • 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes is included via the Destination Amenity fee
  • Rooftop Stellar Jay serves dinner and late-night drinks (bar open until 11pm)
  • Nearby downtown nightlife, theaters and 16th Street Mall are within walking distance

Populus is geared to active travelers who also want an evening rooftop scene in downtown Denver.

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek – Wellness & nightlife

Hotel Clio includes fitness facilities and a bar/lounge; it’s quieter in the evenings focused on Cherry Creek dining.

  • 24-hour fitness facilities and wheelchair-accessible fitness center are listed among amenities
  • One on-site bar/lounge and a single restaurant; Cherry Creek evenings lean toward neighborhood restaurants and bars
  • Concierge services can arrange local nightlife or dining reservations

Hotel Clio is a good pick if you want branded service and nearby Cherry Creek nightlife rather than a downtown rooftop crowd.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for museum & culture access
Curved bar and textured concrete wall with hanging sculptural pieces in Populus lobby.

Populus

Populus—steps from Civic Center Park, Denver Art Museum and cultural sites.

Best for shopping and Cherry Creek dining
Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek

Hotel Clio—immediate access to Cherry Creek Shopping Center and neighborhood restaurants.

Best rooftop dining & views
Grand curved staircase and seating alcove in Populus lobby.

Populus

Populus—Stellar Jay rooftop live-fire restaurant with skyline and Rocky Mountain views.

Best meeting & conference space
Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek, Denver, Colorado

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek

Hotel Clio—roughly 9,700 sq ft and nine meeting rooms make it the stronger meeting property.

Frequently asked questions

Populus vs Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for sightseeing in central Denver?

Pick Populus—it sits across from Civic Center Park and is within easy walking distance to major museums and downtown attractions.

Which hotel is better for shopping and restaurants in Cherry Creek?

Choose Hotel Clio for direct access to Cherry Creek Shopping Center and the neighborhood’s restaurants.

Do either property have a pool or spa?

Neither hotel publishes an on-site pool; Populus has no spa and Hotel Clio’s supplier listing does not publish a spa.

Which is better for meetings and events?

Hotel Clio offers much larger conference capacity (9,700 sq ft and nine meeting rooms) while Populus has smaller, design-forward meeting spaces and rooftop event options.

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