Mountain Studio Suite

As the name suggests, this suite faces clear mountain views, framed by large windows that draw the outdoors in. Populus stands on a triangular site beside Denver's Civic Center, and the hotel as a whole is known for views of the Colorado State Capitol, the Denver skyline and the Rocky Mountains beyond. Blackout drapes let you darken the room when you want to sleep.

The suite has one king bed with hypo-allergenic bedding and sleeps 2 guests. That makes it a natural fit for a couple or a solo traveler wanting extra room. Bed sheets can be changed on request.

The suite measures 521 sq. ft. with one bedroom. It is individually decorated, in keeping with Populus's design inspired by Colorado's native aspen tree. It also has a desk for working, and air conditioning and heating to keep the room comfortable.

The private bathroom centers on a deep soaking bathtub. It comes with bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, shampoo, soap and a hair dryer. Toothbrush and toothpaste are available on request, and towels can be changed on request.

Guests receive the hotel's Destination Amenity package: unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, a $15 daily credit at Pasque, 24-hour access to the fitness center with Peloton bikes, up to two tickets to the Clyfford Still Museum, access to the Stellar Jay Guest Lounge from 6:30 am to 1:30 pm, and filtered water refill stations on every floor. A fee of $25 plus tax per day applies to most bookings, though some packages waive it.

The suite has a minibar, a TV with cable channels, free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a desk, and an iron and ironing board. Accessibility touches include braille and raised signage, lever door handles, closed-captioned TV and a visual fire alarm.

Populus has three venues. Pasque is the ground-floor, all-day restaurant serving seasonal Mountain West menus, and it takes reservations. Stellar Jay is the rooftop restaurant and bar with live-fire shared plates and panoramic views. Dinner runs daily 4:30 to 10 PM, and the bar stays open until 11 PM. Little Owl Coffee is the lobby coffee bar for espresso drinks and pastries. Breakfast is not complimentary.

Populus is at 240 14th Street, with Civic Center Park about a two-minute walk away. The Denver Art Museum is roughly 0.3 miles on foot, the Clyfford Still Museum about six minutes, and the Colorado Convention Center about seven. The hotel was built without onsite parking, but valet is available around the clock. It has no airport shuttle. The RTD A Line train links Denver International Airport to Union Station in about 37 minutes, and a rideshare takes roughly 25 to 35 minutes.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. The guest checking in must be at least 21 and show a photo ID and a credit card. Cash is not accepted. The hotel is 100% non-smoking.