Luxury Assisted Living in Denver: Our Top Picks for 2024

Dreaming of retiring among the mountains? For older adults who crave sunny days and crisp mountain air, Denver, Colorado is the ideal location. Not only are the views of the Rocky Mountains spectacular, but you’ll always be able to find new trails to explore, new friends to make, and new cuisine to try. For so many adults in recent years, finding high end senior living in Denver is the cherry on top of their well-planned retirement. 

Retiring in Denver

The Mile High City is full of retirees, and for good reason. The town itself features many diverse neighborhoods that feel like small villages within the larger city. Colorado folks are friendly and opportunities to meet new people are plentiful. The city is home to good public transportation and health care providers. And while cost of living might be higher than average, the state of Colorado ranks as the 4th lowest state for property taxes and tops out at #6 in our 2023 list of the most affordable states for retirees. So whether you're searching for independent living or assisted living, you'll have some great options in Denver and the surrounding areas.
 

The best assisted living in Denver

We’ve rounded up some of the best senior living in Denver based on luxury amenities, services, and hospitality. These Colorado retirement communities are beautifully designed, offer sweeping views, and give residents access to everything the city has to offer. Want to see which retirement communities made our 2023 list? Read on to find out…

Rosemark at Mayfair Park

Nestled in Denver’s walkable Mayfair neighborhood, Rosemark at Mayfair Park prides itself on its cozy and intimate setting, allowing staff members to provide highly personalized services. The community features both assisted living and memory care services.

In addition to a great location, residents at Rosemark at Mayfair Park enjoy amenities like a movie theater, indoor/outdoor patio, and second-floor veranda. The community also offers a robust dining program featuring restaurant-style service in the atrium or bistro.

Amira Choice Arvada

Just a quick walk to trails, dining, and shopping, Amira Choice in suburban Arvada, CO is a high-end senior living community. Amira Choice features independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in addition to enhanced care options for residents who need even more support to maintain health and wellness.

Residents at Amira Choice enjoy amenities such as spacious and varied floorplans, private balconies or patios in all homes, and utilities are included. In addition, the community offers scenic views, a game room, a yoga studio, and an onsite salon and spa.

Cadence Broomfield

Located in suburban Broomfield, near entertainment, dining, and shopping venues, Cadence Broomfield provides a variety of senior living options in a high-end community. Residents have access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care on the landscaped campus.

Amenities at Cadence Broomfield include raised bed gardens, a pub, a fitness center, and lots of shared outdoor space. In addition, residents can dine with neighbors onsite and enjoy restaurant-style dining featuring seasonal and delicious meals.

Modena Cherry Creek

With a modern building featuring plenty of natural light, Modena Cherry Creek provides exceptional senior care with first-class hospitality and service. The community features independent living, assisted living, and memory care solutions.

Modena Cherry Creek is known for its outstanding dining program, making it a haven for senior foodies looking for exceptional dining experiences. The community has multiple dining venues including a formal dining room with an exhibition kitchen and a lively piano bar. Enjoy other amenities as well, including walking trails, an onsite spa, and an art studio.

The Belleview Senior Living

Located on the Front Range urban corridor, The Belleview Senior Living is in an ideal downtown location, adjacent to Swedish Medical Center and near plenty of dining and shopping. The community provides independent living , assisted living and memory care services in a luxury retirement community.

Residents at The Belleview can enjoy everything Denver has to offer, with much of the action taking place right outside the community’s front door. Inside the community, though, residents are treated to exceptional amenities and services that include rooftop dining, wellness center, movie theater, and library. So whether you're outdoors or inside, you're living life to its fullest.

MorningStar at Observatory Park

Tucked in South Denver’s historic DU neighborhood, MorningStar at Observatory Park boasts a convenient location, with shopping, dining, and healthcare systems all nearby. This new senior living community provides assisted living and memory care services.

MorningStar at Observatory Park gives assisted living residents access to amenities like all-day, restaurant-style dining, art studio, club room, massage room, sky terrace, gardens, and bocce ball courts, and of course, a beautiful fitness center. In addition, the community’s memory care program is Montessori-based, meeting residents where they are at and personalizing interventions to what they need at the moment.

Acoya Cherry Creek

In the heart of the vibrant Cherry Creek neighborhood, Acoya Cherry Creek is a modern, exclusive senior living community. Acoya Cherry Creek provides independent living and assisted living services.

Residents at Acoya Cherry Creek can dine in multiple venues throughout the community, each with a menu of chef-prepared options made with seasonal ingredients. Residents also have access to amenities and services like onsite spa, underground parking, onsite greenhouse, movie theater, and art room. 

Carillon at Belleview Station

Located near the Belleview light rail station and off I-25, Carillon at Belleview Station offers residents a full lifestyle and premier Denver location. This assisted living community also provides independent living and memory care services.

Residents at Carillon enjoy daily living with amenities such as a 6th floor Skyline lounge with outdoor terrace, multiple dining options, underground parking, 24-hour concierge, and fitness classes in their onsite fitness center. In addition, the community is close to everything the neighborhood has to offer, including gourmet restaurants, boutique shopping, and other points of interest to visit and explore.

Vi at Highlands Ranch

Just a short drive from Denver’s stunning state parks, dining, and cultural scene, Vi at Highlands Ranch is close enough to the action, but quiet enough to enjoy a breath of fresh air. The community is a Life Plan Community, which means it offers a full continuum of senior living options and care, all on one campus: independent and assisted living, memory care, as well as skilled nursing medical care.

Residents at Vi at Highlands Ranch enjoy a luxury retirement community with both concierge and valet services, as well as team members who put hospitality at the top of every interaction. Luxury amenities on campus include miles of walking trails, croquet, bocce ball, art studio, and multiple dining venues. Vi at Highlands Ranch is ushering in a new wave of senior living, one which allows older adults to live life on their own terms.

The Ridge Pinehurst

Boasting contemporary, innovative, and thoughtful design, The Ridge Pinehurst is not only a beautiful place to live in the Denver area, but also stylish and functional environment for daily living. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

Senior living residents at The Ridge Pinehurst enjoy access to amenities such as multiple dining venues with chef-prepared cuisine, heated indoor pool, saunas, cinema, art studio, and indoor and outdoor pickleball courts. In addition, residents with pets can take advantage of the facility with onsite dog park and pet friendly accommodations.

Hilltop Reserve

On the corner of Holly Street and Leesdale Drive, Hilltop Reserve is a full-service, luxury senior living community. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

Residents at Hilltop Reserve enjoy upscale amenities and services that include on-tap beer, multiple dining venues, an exhibition kitchen, and two-level courtyard. In addition, this senior living community offers residents access to many shared indoor and outdoor community spaces, and a vibrant life enrichment program.

How to Find Luxury Senior Living in Denver

The Denver area is home to many high-end senior living communities. So whether you're looking for an assisted living community or need something more specialized like memory care, there are so many options for modern senior living in the Denver area. Begin your search by understanding what type of support and assistance you or your loved one needs, then find a community that provides that support in addition to amenities that make wellness more convenient.