La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Denver Westminster
8701 Turnpike Dr, Westminster, CO 80031, Westminster, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
Overview
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Denver Westminster is a casual, 3-story, 3-star hotel located at 8701 Turnpike Dr in Westminster, Colorado. It sits roughly a 19-minute drive from the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge and about 34 miles from Denver International Airport, positioning it as a budget-friendly base for travelers exploring the greater Denver metro area rather than a downtown property.
Rooms
Standard rooms are described as simple and come equipped with coffeemakers, pillow-top mattresses, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs with HD channels. Guests booking upgraded rooms or suites gain the added convenience of a minifridge and microwave for light in-room meal prep. Despite these amenities, some guests have reported issues with cleanliness and furniture condition in their rooms.
Dining
The hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast featuring sausage, eggs, DIY waffles, cereal, yogurt, bread and bagels, a toaster, and juice. This is a convenient no-cost option for guests looking to start the day without leaving the property, though some reviewers have raised concerns about cleanliness in the breakfast area.
Amenities & Recreation
An outdoor pool is available on-site for guest use, along with complimentary parking. Kids 18 and under stay free when accompanied by a parent or grandparent, making the property a straightforward option for budget-conscious travelers and families.
Location
While set in Westminster rather than central Denver, the hotel is within driving distance of numerous major Denver attractions, including Water World (about 3.6 km) and the Butterfly Pavilion (about 4 km) close by, and further afield sites like Coors Field, the Downtown Aquarium, Elitch Gardens, Larimer Square, the Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver Zoo, Denver Botanic Gardens, the Colorado State Capitol, Molly Brown House Museum, Meow Wolf's Convergence Station, the Children's Museum of Denver, and 16th Street, all located roughly 11 to 16 kilometers away.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-conscious travelers, road-trippers, and families who want a simple, no-frills base with an outdoor pool, free continental breakfast, and free parking, and who don't mind driving into central Denver for major attractions. Its proximity to Water World and the Butterfly Pavilion also makes it a practical stop for families targeting those specific sites.
Travel tips
Since the hotel is a 34-mile drive from Denver International Airport and set apart from downtown Denver, a rental car is recommended for reaching major attractions like Coors Field, Larimer Square, and the Denver Art Museum, most of which are 11-16 km away. Plan for drive time to and from downtown sightseeing, and consider visiting Water World or the Butterfly Pavilion first since both are only a few kilometers from the hotel. Take advantage of the free continental breakfast to save on morning meal costs before heading out for the day.
What guests say
Guest reviews frequently praise the variety of the complimentary continental breakfast, which includes hot items like sausage and eggs alongside DIY waffles, cereal, yogurt, and bagels. However, a significant recurring negative theme involves cleanliness, with multiple guests describing dirty rooms, odors of pet urine, smoke, and mildew, as well as unclean common areas including elevators and breakfast spaces. Some reviewers also reported unprofessional service and encounters with unauthorized individuals loitering in hallways and elevators. Broken furniture in rooms was also mentioned, contributing to an overall pattern of dissatisfaction among a portion of guests despite the positive breakfast offering.
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