THE ARMSTRONG HOTEL

Named after Charles and Carolyn Mantz, who built the Armstrong Hotel in honor of Carolyn’s late father and Fort Collins pioneer Andrew Armstrong, Mantz Hall is the largest of our event spaces. This 1060 square foot room can accommodate up to 72 guests and is an ideal venue for meetings, presentations, wedding receptions, and other banquet events.The hotel’s adjacent lounge, Ace Gillett’s, and the Chandler Post Room can be used to create a multi-faceted event or to provide separate areas as your event progresses from before dinner cocktails to an elegant dinner and, finally, to dancing and live music. Your special event will include a variety of complimentary services such as event coord- inator assistance to plan your event, set-up including linens and place settings, and an on-site Banquet Manager throughout your event. Wedding receptions and banquets may also include complimentary chair covers, dance floor, standard decorations, professional cake cutting and service, and a champagne toast.

Named after Chandler Post, the Armstrong Hotel’s proprietor in the 1930s, this 440 square foot room is a comfortable size for meetings and workshops, bridesmaids’ teas, intimate dinners, and small receptions. The Chandler Post Room can accommodate up to 32 guests.Conveniently steps away from Mantz Hall, many event planners choose to reserve this event space as a hospitality suite for VIPs, keynote speakers, or a bridal party.

Named for a dear family member who played a major role in the Armstrong Hotel’s recent historic restoration, the Bernard Levinger Boardroom features a private setting for small groups of up to 10 guests.A large conference table and ergonomic seating provide a comfortable space for meetings, seminars, or even small bridal- or baby showers.

Ace Gillett's lounge may be combined with Mantz Hall to accommodate up to 150 guests. Ace Gillett's is an ideal venue for casual business meetings and lunches, and may be booked for your private event in the evenings.Not fifty feet below the historic Armstrong Hotel, Ace Gillett's celebrates a bygone era of exquisite service, timeless style, classic cocktails, and expert cuisine. Step away from one world and descend underground into another—a darkly burning enclave with walls nearly a century old that hold the memories and merriment of travelers and the surrounding neighborhood alike. Sip a handcrafted martini from our signature drink menu, or partake in that perfect pairing of wine and unforgettable fare. Your evening of revelry, live music, and familiar comfort at Ace Gillett's is the continuation of yesteryear.