Patient Family Lodging
Lodging Near Denver Health Medical Center
About Denver Health Medical Center
Denver Health Medical Center is one of the busiest Level I Trauma Centers in the nation and Denver's safety-net hospital. Affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine, it provides comprehensive emergency, surgical, and specialty care. Its burn center is one of only a few in the Rocky Mountain region.
Why Families Need Nearby Lodging
Families are often brought to Denver Health in crisis — after severe accidents, burns, or traumatic injuries. The Level I Trauma Center receives the most critical cases from across the region. When a loved one is fighting for their life, having an affordable place to stay nearby lets families focus on what matters most.
Denver Mennonite Guest Home provides an affordable, home-like alternative to hotels and extended-stay lodging near Denver Health. 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: While our standard stay is up to two weeks, families supporting a loved one through a long trauma or burn recovery at Denver Health often need longer. Contact us to talk through your situation.
Lodging During Treatment
Lodging Near Denver Health During Trauma or Burn Care
Denver Health is one of the busiest Level I Trauma Centers in the nation, with a regional burn center. Families are often brought here in crisis, after a severe accident or injury. Denver Mennonite Guest Home is about 35 minutes away and offers a steady, affordable place to stay during an uncertain time.
Trauma care
Critical injuries can mean a long stay in the ICU. A place to stay nearby lets families remain close without open-ended hotel costs.
Burn center
Burn recovery is often lengthy. Families traveling in to support a loved one benefit from an affordable home base with a full kitchen and on-site laundry.
Here when it's sudden
When a family arrives with little warning, we offer a quiet, welcoming place to rest — wheelchair accessible, with private rooms and bathrooms.
No one turned away
The suggested donation is $50 per night, and no one is turned away for inability to pay — because a crisis shouldn't be made harder by lodging costs.
As a Mennonite nonprofit, we're here to give families a calm place to rest while a loved one receives critical care at Denver Health.
Directions to Denver Health
Hospital address: 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204. Head west on I-70, take I-25 south to the 8th Avenue exit, then west to Bannock Street in downtown Denver.
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 Denver Health
Where can I stay near Denver Health Medical Center?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is a nonprofit guest home approximately ~35 minutes from Denver Health Medical Center. 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 Denver Health Medical Center?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is ~35 minutes by car from Denver Health Medical Center at 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204. Head west on I-70, take I-25 south to the 8th Avenue exit, then west to Bannock Street in downtown Denver.
Where can families stay near Denver Health Medical Center during a trauma stay?
Denver Mennonite Guest Home is about 35 minutes from Denver Health Medical Center. When a loved one is in the trauma or burn ICU, we offer an affordable, quiet place to stay nearby, with a full kitchen and on-site laundry. The suggested donation is $50 per night, and no one is turned away.
Is there affordable lodging near Denver Health's burn center?
Yes. We provide low-cost lodging about 35 minutes from Denver Health for families during burn and trauma care. Because recovery can be long, stays can be extended by arrangement — call 720-830-5794.
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