| housed in a long-standing building in the center of town, this casino hotel is 8. there are 2 on-site restaurants, including an american grill and a deli. upgraded rooms and suites add gas fireplaces. 2 miles from i-70 and a 2-minute walk from the central city opera house. the 24-hour casino on the ground floor has slot machines and table games, plus a bar. all come with mountain views, plus free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, pillow-top mattresses, desks and marble bathrooms. check-in time: 4:00 amcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the modern rooms are decorated in neutral tones
Denver International Airport 1 hr 9
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