Patient Family Lodging
Lodging Near AdventHealth Porter
About AdventHealth Porter
AdventHealth Porter is one of the premier kidney and liver transplant centers in the country. Located in south Denver, it also offers comprehensive orthopedic and spine care, cancer treatment, and one of the region's largest inpatient behavioral health programs.
Why Families Need Nearby Lodging
Patients travel from across the region for organ transplant evaluations, surgeries, and follow-up care at AdventHealth Porter. The transplant process can span weeks to months, with families needing to stay nearby for pre-surgery evaluations, the transplant itself, and post-operative recovery. Affordable lodging is essential during this life-changing journey.
Denver Mennonite Guest Home provides an affordable, home-like alternative to hotels and extended-stay lodging near AdventHealth Porter. Whether you're traveling from out of state or across Colorado for medical care, our nonprofit guest home gives families a comfortable place to rest — with a full kitchen, private rooms, and no minimum stay.
Please note: Transplant care often spans many weeks. While our standard stay is two weeks, we regularly extend it for transplant families at AdventHealth Porter by arrangement — contact us to discuss your timeline.
Lodging During Treatment
Lodging During a Kidney or Liver Transplant at AdventHealth Porter
AdventHealth Porter is one of the premier kidney and liver transplant centers in the country. The transplant journey — evaluation, surgery, and recovery — can span weeks to months, with families needing to stay close throughout. Denver Mennonite Guest Home is about 40 minutes away and offers an affordable home base for that journey.
Transplant evaluation
Pre-transplant workups often require multiple days of appointments. A private room and full kitchen let patients settle in close to the hospital.
Surgery & recovery
After a transplant, patients and caregivers usually need to stay nearby for monitoring and follow-up. We can extend stays well beyond our usual two weeks by arrangement.
Spine, orthopedic & cancer care
Porter also draws patients for spine, orthopedic, and cancer treatment that benefit from nearby, affordable lodging.
Built for long stays
On-site laundry, a full kitchen, private rooms, and a wheelchair-accessible home — at a suggested donation of $50 per night, with no one turned away.
As a Mennonite nonprofit, our hope is to give transplant families a stable, caring home base through a long and life-changing process.
Directions to AdventHealth Porter
Hospital address: 2525 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80210. Head west on I-70, south on I-25, exit at Downing Street and head south to the AdventHealth Porter campus.
What We Offer
A Home-Like Place to Rest
More than a hotel — everything you need to feel at home during hospital visits.
Comfortable Bedding
Queen-sized beds for restful sleep after long days at the hospital.
Private Bathrooms
Each room has its own bathroom — refresh before heading back to your loved one.
Free Wi-Fi
Stay connected with family, coordinate care teams, and keep up with work remotely.
Full Shared Kitchen
A fully equipped kitchen to prepare home-cooked meals — saving money compared to eating out near the hospital every day.
On-Site Laundry
Washer and dryer on site, so longer stays don't mean trips to the laundromat between hospital visits.
Wheelchair Accessible
Our home is wheelchair accessible, with accommodations for patients and family members managing mobility needs.
Family Living Space
A shared living area where the whole family — including children and siblings — can gather, rest, and be together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lodging Near AdventHealth Porter
Where can I stay near AdventHealth Porter?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is a nonprofit guest home approximately ~40 minutes from AdventHealth Porter. We offer private rooms with a private bathroom, a shared kitchen, and free Wi-Fi. The suggested donation is $50 per night. Call 720-830-5794 to check availability.
How far is Denver Mennonite Guest Home from AdventHealth Porter?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is ~40 minutes by car from AdventHealth Porter at 2525 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80210. Head west on I-70, south on I-25, exit at Downing Street and head south to the AdventHealth Porter campus.
Where can transplant patients and families stay near AdventHealth Porter?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is about 40 minutes from AdventHealth Porter, a leading kidney and liver transplant center. Because transplant care spans weeks to months, we can extend stays beyond our usual two weeks by arrangement. Rooms include a private bathroom, and there's a full kitchen and on-site laundry. The suggested donation is $50 per night.
Is there affordable lodging during organ transplant evaluation in Denver?
Yes. We provide low-cost lodging for transplant patients and caregivers about 40 minutes from AdventHealth Porter, through evaluation, surgery, and recovery. Call 720-830-5794 to discuss your situation.
What alternatives are there to Ronald McDonald House in Denver?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is a nonprofit alternative to Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, and Fisher House. We welcome families of both adult and pediatric patients at any Denver-area hospital. The suggested donation is $50 per night, and no one is turned away for inability to pay.
Can I stay somewhere with a kitchen near Denver hospitals?
Yes. Denver Mennonite Guest Home offers a fully equipped shared kitchen so you can prepare home-cooked meals during your stay — saving money compared to eating out near the hospital every day. We also provide private rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a quiet, home-like environment.
How do I find lodging if I'm traveling to Denver for medical care?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home serves families traveling from out of state or across Colorado for medical care. We are located in Watkins, CO, 20–50 minutes from major Denver hospitals. Call 720-830-5794 to check availability or visit our contact page to reach us online.
Book Your Stay
We're Here for Your Family
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is a nonprofit, volunteer-staffed guest home — an alternative to Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, and expensive hotels near Denver hospitals. The suggested donation is $50 per night, but no one is turned away for inability to pay. Contact us to check availability.
977 Snow Lake Ct, Watkins, CO 80137