Hostel fish is hands down the best hostel in Denver, I have been coming here for almost 4 years and hostel fish is always my first choice. There maybe cheaper options but it is definitely worth paying the extra money to stay here. They have a full bar with a 5$ special ( 1 coors banquet, coors light or PBR plus a shot of well) as someone who works in the service industry you will not find a better special anywhere in the city.
Overall I have to say this place is a home away from home when I come to Denver from vail to take time off. Thanks hostel fish !