09
2025
Astro Tours at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club
On Monday, June 9th, 2025, from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM, a special AstroTours event took place at The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club. The garden stargazing experience offered a unique opportunity to explore the cosmos through high-powered telescopes, guided by expert astronomers.
Visit Site May11
2025
16 Of The Biggest Mistakes When Planning A Dinner Party
Brenna Buckley, sales manager at The Benson, shares her tips on planning for a dinner party.
Visit Site Mar30
2025
What’s In Good Taste in April 2025
Spring Bloodrive at The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club lets you donate blood and also be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card to the Common Good restaurant. Sign up at RedCrossblood.org with sponsor code “BensonHotelCo.”
Visit Site Mar07
2025
30-plus 2025 spring destination resorts & hotels in the Southwest
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club is featured in "30-plus 2025 spring destination resorts & hotels in the Southwest" highlighting their Feast & Fete Package and the Common Good's seasonal and local dishes.
Visit Site Feb06
2025
Lodging Magazine: This Week’s Comings & Goings
Benson Hotel + Faculty Club in Aurora, Colorado, named Bill Young as general manager. His background includes leadership roles with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Interstate Hotels & Resorts, and Aimbridge Hospitality.
Visit Site Feb06
2025
Unique Things to Do in Denver for Valentine's Day
Book a Staycation at the Benson Hotel & Faculty Club this Valentine's Day.
Visit Site Oct30
2024
Great Holiday Gifts To Give And Receive This Year
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club serves CU Anschutz medical community leaders and influencers, as well as locals for events like Thanksgiving dinner, and other holiday events.
Visit Site Oct29
2024
Immerse Yourself in Light and Color at the New Aurora Borealis Festival
The Aurora Borealis Festival takes place at The Aurora Highlands’ Winged Melody Park this November and mentioned The Benson Hotel as a place to stay for visitors, highlighting the aurora borealis package they are offering.
Visit Site Sep01
2024
What's In Good Taste In September
We’ve turned a corner between summer and fall, a really glorious time in Colorado. Let’s make the most of it with a mix of food, drink, arts and culture happenings throughout the state. As always, we’ll add to this list of what we find to be In Good Taste in September as the month goes by so keep checking back!
Visit Site Jun18
2024
Aurora Hotel Weddings Venues
When it comes to Weddings Venues in Aurora Colorado, The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club is an ideal wedding venue, combining elegance and modern amenities with exceptional service. A standout feature is the magnificent 3,774 square-foot ballroom, adorned with marble fireplaces and four Juliet balconies, which add a touch of romantic charm. The ballroom also includes a veranda and a grand staircase that leads to a picturesque flower garden, perfect for stunning wedding photos and intimate moments.
Visit Site May31
2024
10 Affordable Places to Travel in the US
Planning a grand family vacation or a quick solo trip can be challenging, especially when trying to find affordable destinations in the US. With numerous factors like hotels, flights, food, and activities to consider, it can quickly become overwhelming. To simplify your planning, we've compiled a list of 10 fun and affordable US cities perfect for all types of travelers. From Charlotte, North Carolina, to Denver, Colorado, these budget-friendly cities offer great value without sacrificing enjoyment.
Visit Site May01
2024
The 20th Annual HD Awards Project Winners and Finalists
Over the course of two days, 11 judges carefully evaluated nearly 930 entries via Zoom to select the finalists and winners of the 20th annual HD Project Awards. The distinguished panel considered design innovation, function, sustainability, purpose, and overall impressiveness of each of the submissions (which debuted between December 2022 and February 2024).
Visit Site Feb15
2024
The Common Good Unveils the Supper Club Series
The Common Good, the new restaurant at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club in Aurora, has announced the Supper Club Series, an exciting new monthly series of Chef's Tasting Menu dinners. Executive Chef Donovan Davis has created these dinners for just eight guests in the Private Dining Room on the third Thursday of each month, starting February 24th and running through December 2024.
Continue Reading Jan18
2024
Magical Colorado Rocky Mountain Romance with Once Upon a Time Out West
January 18, 2024. Aurora, CO. For those searching for Rocky Mountain Romance, The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, Aurora's new luxury boutique hotel, welcomes couples with a Once Upon a Time Out West experience.
Continue Reading Nov15
2023
The Season for Feast & Fete at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club
November 15, 2023. Aurora, CO. It’s the season of celebration, feasting, and feting, especially at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, the new luxury boutique hotel at Aurora's nationally recognized University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The city of Aurora, the Gateway to the Rockies, has a roster of fantastic holiday events and celebrations.
Continue Reading Sep19
2023
New Boutique Hotel Salutes the Spirit of the West
Located just north of the UCH Medical Campus, the seven-story hotel features 18 suites, 88 guest rooms, a fitness center, a ballroom, board rooms, and an event garden. Named after CU President Emeritus, Bruce D. Benson, the facility was built as an off-campus retreat. Dorrian Franklin Phillips, the hotel’s general manager says, “The hotel is meant to provide an off-campus respite for members of the CU Anschutz faculty to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy some quiet time to exchange ideas with colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere.” The hotel is open to the public and situated in convenient proximity to Denver’s International Airport.
Visit Site Sep13
2023
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club Now Open
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, Aurora's newest boutique hotel, has opened at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Long considered the gateway to the Rockies, Aurora has evolved into Colorado's biotech hub and a health and life sciences research center, as well as a dynamic city with a notably diverse food scene. The Benson Hotel is a Preferred Hotel & Resorts member and lies conveniently between downtown Denver and Denver International Airport. It is adjacent to the Fitzsimmons Innovation Community, the new business and residential district focused on medical and bioscience. The stylish, luxury hotel and its popular restaurant, The Common Good, are game-changers for anyone working in or visiting the area for dining, special occasions, and large social functions.
Continue Reading Jul25
2023
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club Celebrates Grand Opening
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club will celebrate its grand opening and celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony during a private event the week of July 17, 2023. The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club is the new hospitality center for the nationally recognized University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. Long considered the gateway to the Rockies, Aurora has evolved into Colorado’s biotech hub and a health and life sciences research center. The Benson Hotel, a Preferred Hotel & Resorts member, is adjacent to the Fitzsimmons Innovation Community, the new business and residential district focused on medical and bioscience.
Visit Site Jul18
2023
Denver7 - New hotel, Benson Hotel, opens at Anschutz Medical Campus
See The Benson Hotel's introduction on Denver7 news.
Visit Site Jul12
2023
Talk of The Town: The Common Good Restaurant Opening
As shared by "What Now Denver," Denver's premier source for the latest in dining and entertainment news: The 100-seat restaurant features an open kitchen, booth seating, wall-to-wall windows, and a wraparound outdoor terrace for alfresco dining. A separate lounge is designed with warm mahogany wood and brass accents, surrounded by rich teal paneled walls.
Visit Site Jul11
2023
The Common Good Restaurant Opens at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club
The Common Good is the dynamic restaurant at The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club in Aurora, the new hospitality center located at the nationally recognized University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Celebrating the pioneering spirit of the West, The Common Good will serve as a welcoming destination for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The hotel and The Common Good were designed in collaboration between Tryba Architects and Avenue Interior Design.
Continue Reading May08
2023
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club Debuts in Aurora
A new boutique hotel, The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, has officially opened its doors as the hospitality center for the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. The property is adjacent to the Fitzsimmons Innovation Community, a new business and residential district focused on medical and bioscience.
Visit Site May04
2023
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club Opens in Colorado
May 4, 2023. Aurora, CO. The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, a new boutique hotel, has opened as the hospitality center for the nationally recognized University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. Long considered the gateway to the Rockies, Aurora has evolved into Colorado’s biotech hub and a health and life sciences research center. The Benson Hotel, a Preferred Hotel & Resorts member, lies conveniently between downtown Denver and Denver International Airport. It is adjacent to the Fitzsimmons Innovation Community, the new business and residential district focused on medical and bioscience.
Continue Reading Mar18
2023
77 New Springtime Hotel Openings Worth Visiting This Year
As spring weather slowly begins to appear on the horizon, so too are dozens of new hotels around the world opening their doors for the first time. Representing an array of international brands as well as independent names, these hotels are among the most exciting properties to consider for trips later this year. These 77 hotels are opening between the months of March and May on six continents around the world.
Visit Site Mar08
2023
The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club Slated to Open in April
A seven-story boutique hotel will soon open its doors just north of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, adding a versatile and needed amenity to the growing campus community. The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, expected to open in early April, is a hospitality space for CU Anschutz visitors, faculty and staff to gather, rejuvenate and enjoy camaraderie. In addition to providing 106 rooms – 88 guest rooms and 18 suites – the hotel will offer the Faculty Club modeled after similar well-appointed oases at universities around the country. “It’s meant to provide a respite off-campus for members of the CU Anschutz faculty to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy some quiet time or exchange ideas with colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere,” said Peter Walterspiel, the hotel’s general manager.
Visit Site Dec06
2021
Project of the Week: Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, Aurora, Colorado
A highly anticipated boutique property currently taking shape in the Centennial State, Benson Hotel and Faculty Club has scooped our latest Project of the Week title. This exciting scheme aims to raise the standard of accommodation available in Colorado’s third largest city, Aurora. Improving the Fitzsimons Innovation Community campus With a name that pays tribute to former University of Colorado president Bruce Benson, the Benson Hotel and Faculty Club development forms part of an ambitious vision for the future of the Fitzsimons Innovation Community campus. Currently under construction, the newbuild project’s being developed by AIMCO, with Tryba Architects leading the architectural design. The developer is hoping to enhance the campus, where thousands can now live, work and play, by introducing facilities that appeal to a diversity of needs.
Visit Site Oct25
2021
Introduction of The Benson Hotel and Faculty Club
Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman, University of Colorado President Todd Saliman, and University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Chancellor and Fitzsimons Redevelopment Authority (FRA) Chairman Donald M. Elliman, Jr. were among the community leaders attending an event to celebrate the Benson Hotel and Faculty Club, a new 106-room luxury hotel and event space under construction at the Fitzsimons Innovation Community.
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