My very sophisticated and somewhat particular colleague at Smith College swears by the Hotel Monaco. That she has great fundraising success every time she stays there is more testament to her talent than to the hotel, but she is happy there…

Without guaranteeing success, I can assure you of great contentedness within the splendid and historic confines of the Hotel Monaco. Denver's "Best Business Hotel" (Travel + Leisure Magazine) and "Best Luxury Hotel" (Citysearch.com), is now our mile-high partner.

With a full array of Kimpton Hotel service and flair (complimentary coffee, cookie and wine service, 24-hour fitness room, fabulous fabrics, concierge, fancy soap), the Monaco is smartly outfitted and very much ready for the business traveler. Near everything (the 16th Street mall, LoDo, Larimer Square, Coors Field), the Monaco is also a world unto itself, featuring a full service spa and fine dining at the celebrated Panzano.

What's more (and less) is the deeply discounted rate.

In keeping with the Kimpton Hotel Group's nationwide arrangement with us, Hotel Monaco Denver is being offered to Academic Ambassadors at their Best Available Rate (BAR) minus 10%. Call (303) 296-1717 and tell them you're an Academic Ambassador. Click here to book online. Our code GBP0330 will appear in the Corporate ID field. Our savings will show up under their "Global Business Program".

You may visit their website at www.monaco-denver.com.