Patterson Inn — haunted_place in Denver, CO
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Patterson Inn

Haunted Place · Hotel · Denver, CO

4.6Google· 291 Reviews

4.6Google· 291 reviewsRead reviews

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Open year round · Hours vary

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420 E 11th Ave, Denver, CO 80203

Added by HCMapsLast updated September 10, 2026
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About Patterson Inn

This ornate Capitol Hill mansion is tied to ghost lore and has been featured in paranormal investigations. Stories describe unexplained sounds and activity inside the historic building.

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What visitors are saying

★ 4.6 on Google · 291 reviews · A selection of reviews provided by Google

Claire Brinkerhoff

a month ago

What a beautiful hotel! From the outside to the rooms, every piece of this hotel is a beautiful part of history. The moment you walk inside, it feels like stepping into the past. Everything looks original and has so much character. The staff was incredibly nice and helpful, with smiles throughout our entire check-in. She explained the history of the hotel and personally showed us to our room. We stayed in the Da Vinci Suite, and what a gorgeous room! The bed was super comfortable, and there was a little vestibule with an old sofa that added so much charm. The bathroom was beautiful, with a good-sized bathtub. But the best part was the balcony. Sitting outside at night on this quiet street and enjoying a beautiful Denver summer evening was absolutely perfect. The 12 Spirits Tavern has great cocktails and a wonderful patio. I highly recommend stopping there. They’re open from 4–9 PM. And breakfast… absolutely delicious! The owner makes it every day, and you can really taste the care that goes into it. The owner is also wonderful. He took the time to sit down with us, share the history and stories of the hotel, and have a great conversation. That personal touch made our stay even more special. This is definitely the place to stay in Denver. We will absolutely be back! Thank you for running such a beautiful and special place in Denver! ❤️

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Sasha Gabig

6 months ago

We had a terrible experience here and weren’t even able to spend the night. We had a late flight into Denver and wanted a cute hotel experience and booked a night here because it had great reviews and supposedly a great breakfast. We had communicated with them that we were getting in late (after 10pm) and they confirmed this would be ok. Once we arrived to the hotel we realized we had never been sent any information on how to actually get into the hotel. We could literally see an envelope with our last name right inside by the front door but there was no code or anything provided to let us inside. There was an after hours number on the door that said to call with any issues—-we called multiple times and no one picked up. We also called the phone number from our text confirmation and again, no one picked up. At this point it’s almost 11pm so we just decided to go stay at the Hilton around the corner which turned out to be fantastic. No one ever called us back that night and it wasn’t until the next morning that the manager finally called my fiancé. We were in a local café when he got the call and my fiancé told him calmly that we weren’t going to pay for the room since we didn’t use it and no one was able to help us last night. The manager responded “if you’re going to use sass I’m not going to give you a refund” ……he then admitted that someone messed up and should have been available via phone last night. He finally told us we had to call Expedia to get our money back since we booked with them and thankfully they were surprisingly efficient (and nice!) and we were able to get our refund. The customer service at The Patterson Inn was horrendous and would not recommend at all. Also, once we got there we realized we really didn’t like the location or the looks of the place so we were actually quite relieved to stay at somewhere more comfortable like the Hilton.

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Taelor Deaton

5 months ago

My girlfriend and I are in our early twenties and came to Denver hoping to experience as much of the area as we could, from skiing and hiking to exploring the city’s food scene. Staying at the Patterson Inn turned out to be the perfect choice for that kind of trip. We stayed in the “da Vinci” suite, which was large, comfortable, and beautifully designed with artwork and vintage furniture that have clearly been preserved with great care. The room also has patio access, which made the mornings especially enjoyable since you can step outside and take in the quiet atmosphere before heading out for the day. The entire property has a refined character; both our room and common areas carry a classy, upscale ambiance while still offering modern amenities and comfort. One of the things that sets the inn apart from traditional hotels is the breakfast. Each morning there are thoughtful, made to order options that can accommodate whatever appetite you might have, which adds a very personal touch to the stay. The staff are attentive and welcoming, and the owner, Chris, is very charismatic and hospitable, and clearly someone who is always looking for ways to improve the guest experience. He shared a few great travel tips that helped make parts of our trip run a little more smoothly. The location is ideal for anyone wanting to explore all that Denver has to offer. The inn is within walking distance of Capitol Hill along with several great restaurants and bars, and places like Union Station. At the same time, it is well positioned for exploring the surrounding region, making it easy to visit places such as Boulder or Colorado Springs, as well as travel to and from Denver International Airport. Parking near the inn is convenient, and if you feel like staying in for the evening you can enjoy a craft cocktail at the 12 Spirits Tavern attached to the property. If you are looking for a comfortable and classy place to stay with excellent breakfast, hospitable staff, great drinks, and a location that makes it easy to experience both the city and the mountains, the Patterson Inn is an outstanding place to stay.

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Saleh Al-Haliyat

6 months ago

This place is great! Me and my girlfriend have stayed here 2 different times. We love the history of this place and all the stories it has as well as it being in a great location with Charlie Browns being down the block to eat at. Chris the owner was a great person to talk to in the bar, he would answer any questions you had, or he’d just plain out talk about whatever and anything and really get into it! For an owner he’s not what I expected which is a good thing! If you can’t get along with him or you don’t like him, it says more about the other person than it does about him. It would be incredibly hard to dislike this guy! I think we’ve had both chefs the recent one we had was Brandon and (apologies I forgot the other chefs name.) but I recall the first time and this time we both ate breakfast here we basically cleaned the plate completely off, they have sweet and savory options each morning and they’ve never disappointed! For any crazy experiences we didn’t really have anything crazy aside from just old house noises, we did go up to the third story tower with a spirit box and it stopped flipping thru channels and started playing No Sleep Till Brooklyn by Beastie Boys clear as day which we couldn’t help but laugh. I’m more of a grunge guy myself but don’t discriminate whatever somebody (or something.) likes to listen to so hell yeah brother 😂. Edit- To add to this 12 Spirits Tavern is a great quiet bar attached to the hotel that is open to the public, if you want to get a drink and have a relaxed atmosphere. Loved hanging out in there!

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Troy S.

4 months ago

We stayed at the Patterson in Denver this weekend, and it was nothing short of exceptional. The castle‑like architecture and sandstone exterior make the entire property feel elegant and historic from the moment you arrive. Chris, the owner, prepared an incredible breakfast, shared stories about the mansion’s history, and made the experience feel personal and memorable. The staff treated us as if we were the only guests in the building, and the way breakfast is scheduled gives you the rare feeling of having the entire castle to yourself. We will absolutely be staying here again.

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