LoDo & Jefferson Park, Denver
Hotels Near Ball Arena
Nuggets game. Avalanche game. Concert night. The best places to stay so you can walk in and walk back — no Uber surge, no parking headache.
Where to Stay
LoDo (10–15 min walk)
LoDo has the best concentration of hotels near Ball Arena and the best pre- and post-game scene. Union Station is your hub — the arena is a 10–15 minute walk west along Wewatta Street.
Jefferson Park (closest, ~8 min walk)
Jefferson Park sits directly west of Ball Arena — slightly closer than LoDo, with some of the best skyline views in the city from the neighborhood bars. Fewer hotel options but worth checking for better prices.
“Ball Arena is one of the better venues in the NBA. The Nuggets in the playoffs are legitimately worth flying in for. Stay in LoDo — better food and bars — and walk back after the game along Wewatta. Easy night.”
LoDo & Jefferson Park
Limelight Denver
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Frequently Asked Questions
What hotels are closest to Ball Arena in Denver?
Ball Arena sits between LoDo and Jefferson Park. The closest hotels are on the western edge of LoDo — several are within a 10-minute walk. Jefferson Park also has options slightly closer to the arena than the main LoDo cluster.
Is Ball Arena walkable from downtown Denver hotels?
Yes, most downtown hotels are within a 15–20 minute walk. LoDo is the closest neighborhood — the arena sits on the western edge of downtown, roughly a 10–15 minute walk from Union Station.
What's the difference between LoDo vs Jefferson Park for Ball Arena?
LoDo gives you more hotel options, better restaurants, and a livelier pre-game atmosphere. Jefferson Park is slightly closer to the arena and more residential — fewer options but sometimes better prices. Both work.
Is there parking at Ball Arena?
Yes, Ball Arena has attached parking and nearby lots. But prices spike on event nights and traffic is brutal after the game. If you can stay within walking distance, do it.
What's near Ball Arena after a game?
LoDo has the best post-game bar and restaurant scene. The Highlands neighborhood across the South Platte has excellent restaurants and is a short Uber or longer walk from the arena.