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The eclectic Hotel Monaco may well remind you of an eccentric acquaintance, dressed up for a night on the town. Its lively personality is evident in boldly patterned interiors, a visual feast from the moment you enter the checkered and striped two-story lobby. The guest rooms are graced with vibrant stripes of red, yellow, and cream, as well as a mirror-topped coffee table and an oversized ottoman. Don’t worry; you won’t be charged double occupancy for the goldfish. True to its off-the-wall personality, the Monaco is home to three suites that pay tribute to a mixed bag of favorite musical artists. The Grace Slick, John Lennon and Miles Davis suites are filled with memorabilia, original artwork and books. Is Fido traveling with you? No need to sneak the family pooch through the back door. The inn’s mascot, Lily the Jack Russell terrier, greets all four-legged guests, and the Monaco offers a pet-pampering spa package. Pleasant surprises characterize this luxury boutique hotel. “Tall” rooms give you the extra space you need to stretch out in bed, as well as an appropriately placed shower head. Dining in the warm, dark wood interior of Panzano offers a taste of Tuscany, where homemade pasta and fresh game round out a Northern Italian menu. Chef Elise Wiggins will be serving up the “Greatest Caesar Salad in Denver,” as judged by the city’s annual competition. Walk off any overindulgence by strolling down to the 16th Street Mall or the Performing Arts Complex.