Being someone who has never stayed at a hostel, Ember exceeded my expectations. It was well-rated and reviewed, so I anticipated a positive experience, but it proved to be beyond what I thought a hostel could be. Stylish and comfortable common spaces, and outdoor patio with a hot tub multiple seating areas, and 24-hour coffee availability, it felt like a swanky boutique hotel. The beds are comfortable, linens are soft, bathrooms are exquisitely clean (and nice), and the guests are respectful of night hours, at least during my stay. Once I pulled my bunk curtain shut, I felt safe and cozy, and slept really well. If you’re looking an alternative to a hotel, or a home-based Air-BNB, Ember exceeds the standards of some hotels I’ve stayed at previously, and provides a cool, chill, hospitable atmosphere while you stay in Denver.