The Holiday Chalet exceeded our expectations for a free evening away from home, yet close by. Our room (#24) was larger and quieter than expected, with a sitting alcove and kitchenette. We enjoyed a historical video about Colfax Avenue. Crystal and her team enhanced the experience via their hospitality.

Overall, we were not thrilled with our stay. The accommodations were comfortable and it was nice to see a kitchen was part of our room (appears that these may have been old apartments that have been converted into a B&B). However, the radiator heating either hissed or the pipes knocked loudly several times in the middle of the night. In general, the street noise was tolerable, but as it is right on Colfax, we did experience an emergency vehicle or two waking us up. Breakfast was also a disappointment. We were hoping for something creative, but were offered only basic eggs or pancakes. The bacon quiche dish was a piece of quiche with a couple slices of bacon placed on top. While the neighborhood is probably safe, we did not feel comfortable walking around after dark (though it is pretty close to the Botanical Gardens).

The Holiday Chalet is an incredible Victorian Bed and Breakfast . The staff very friendly and informative of surrounding area . The owner Crystal Sharp was gracious and so friendly , going above and beyond to make her guests feel welcome . I stayed on the third floor and loved my room . It was bright , sunny , charming with a piano right outside in the hall ! The hardwood floors , thick base board , crown molding , plaster walls and old world charm reminded me of Europe . The breakfast every morning was a large choice of extremely good items - from French Toast with blueberries to brie cheese and tomato omelets , spinach quiche were just a few of the daily choices . Among fresh fruit , bagels and toast , lovely tea selection and fresh ground coffee daily it was more like a bunch . It was enough to keep me going until dinner . I loved the fact you had a full kitchen with a mini fridge and full stove with an oven . A walk down the street a few blocks to a very nice natural food store made it an affordable trip making organic salads , soup or cheese and crackers with a glass of wine just before going out . The Ogden Theater is in walking distance or for fun I took a rickshaw back to the house at night after seeing a show . When I read some of the reviews prior to going some complained of the neighborhood . I have to say this - open your eyes and walk 50 feet to Williams take a left and you are in one of the most beautiful parks including a jogging road , mountains around , trees, architecture and two big fountains - which I am sure are lovely in the summer . The house dog Clementine is the sweetest dog , quiet and well trained . The boutique had the best selection of clothes and handmade items at very good prices . As a guest you also get another 10 percent off ! Everything in there was very chic , hip and unique even more so then a lot of over priced hipster boutiques I have been to . I did not have the high tea they serve in the tea rooms but upon asking was told of what it consisted of and was really impressed . I will make sure upon return that I have a table reservation for high tea next time. It is a massive house and Crystal and staff know just when you need help and also when you need to be left alone . I felt completely relaxed and safe traveling by myself there . I also felt privacy was respected in high regards and an excellent place to just get away from it all and relax. Flat screen TV and wifi included kept you in touch with the world outside if needed . The Holiday Chalet will be my place of choice to stay. Crystal , Clementine and staff all made it the only choice for me when in Denver. The bus stop was right across the street costing a total of $11.00 for a ride to the airport . :)

I read some of the other reviews and to complaints, I must agree and disagree - Yes to noisy outside (we were there on a Saturday night), to disabled TV (not that we really wanted to be there watching TV anyway), to sketchy 'hood (read drunks and homeless in the area); BUT no to rude, no to discourteous, no to rushed breakfast. We, spouse, dog and 91 year old m-in-law, found it beautiful, enchanting, and conveniently located. The staff (owner was off - Lea was in charge) was exception in thier concern and effort for us and especially m-in-law.
Very good rates, large rooms ( ours had an enclosed heated Florida room ), off or on street parking (we parked on Colfax Saturday overnight with no problems - if you feel you must watch your car, ask for an east room and park on High Street), great pet policy, fine breakfast. This great old Victorian charm is suitable to the extreme for them what have open minds.