Parking at Granite Tower Denver
Granite Tower is located at 1099 18th Street in downtown Denver, between Glenarm Place and California Street. The building has an attached or adjacent parking garage managed by SP+ or ABM — one of the major commercial parking operators in downtown Denver.
- Visitor parking: Available in the building's managed garage — rates are approximately $3–5/hr for short-term visitors
- Monthly tenant parking: Building management offers monthly contracts for tenants at approximately $150–200/month — contact building management at 1099 18th Street for current rates and availability
- Garage access: The managed garage is accessible from 18th Street or Glenarm Place depending on configuration — check with building security for visitor entrance
- Validation: Some building tenants offer parking validation for visitor meetings — ask your host whether validation is available before paying
Closest parking garages to Granite Tower
Three garages within a 3-minute walk of Granite Tower offer competitive daily rates and are the best self-park options for visitors and commuters who don't have a monthly contract:
- 1800 Glenarm Place Garage: Approximately 1 minute walk from Granite Tower — daily rates around $12–18/day. One of the most convenient options for building visitors
- 1144 Glenarm Place Garage: Approximately 2 minutes walk — daily rates around $15–20/day. A larger facility with reliable availability even during peak downtown periods
- 17th & Welton Garage: Approximately 3 minutes walk — daily rates around $10–15/day. One of the better-value options in this part of downtown; tends to have space even when other lots are full
Pre-booking on SpotHero or ParkWhiz for any of these garages can save 20–30% versus drive-up rates, particularly on weekdays.
Monthly parking near Granite Tower for commuters
Daily parking in downtown Denver adds up quickly. For regular commuters working at Granite Tower, a monthly contract dramatically reduces the per-day cost:
- Typical monthly range: $120–200/month for unreserved downtown Denver garages near 18th & Glenarm. Reserved spaces in premium buildings command $200–280/month
- Building management: Contact Granite Tower building management directly for tenant parking contracts in the building's garage — often the most convenient option
- SP+ and ABM: Both operators manage garages in the surrounding blocks and offer monthly contracts — rates are typically competitive with building-managed options
- Early-bird daily rate alternative: If a monthly contract isn't available, arriving before 8am at most nearby garages unlocks early-bird flat rates of approximately $8–12/day all-in — a significant discount versus the standard hourly rate
- SpotHero monthly: SpotHero's monthly parking marketplace sometimes surfaces contracts near 18th & Glenarm at below-market rates — worth checking before committing to a full-price monthly deal
Street parking near Granite Tower
On-street metered parking is available on 18th Street and Glenarm Place surrounding Granite Tower. The key details for parking on nearby streets:
- Rates: $3–4/hr on metered blocks near 18th & Glenarm — higher than some residential Denver neighborhoods but standard for the downtown core
- Time limits: 2-hour maximum on most downtown blocks — even if you pay for more time, moving your car before 2 hours is required
- Enforcement hours: Monday–Saturday, 8am–8pm; meters are not enforced on Sundays
- Free on Sundays: All Denver on-street meters are free on Sundays — ideal for weekend office visits or events at nearby venues
- Payment: ParkMobile app (Zone number posted on meters), credit/debit card at newer meters, or coins
Getting to Granite Tower by transit
Granite Tower has among the best transit access of any downtown Denver office building — making it genuinely practical to commute without a car:
- RTD Light Rail — 18th & California Station: Steps from Granite Tower's front entrance. Multiple downtown lines stop here, including connections to the University of Denver, Littleton, and the southeast corridor
- From Union Station: The Light Rail connects Granite Tower to Union Station in just 2–3 stops — about 5 minutes by train
- 16th Street MallRide: The free 16th Street Mall shuttle runs parallel to 18th Street, one block away — connecting the entire downtown core without any fare
- Bus routes: Multiple RTD routes serve the 17th/18th Street corridor, including routes from Capitol Hill, Uptown, and Aurora
- Park-and-ride: Many Granite Tower commuters park at suburban RTD stations (e.g., Englewood, Belleview, Parker Road) and take the Light Rail downtown — eliminating downtown parking costs entirely
For those flying into or out of Denver: the RTD A Line connects Denver International Airport to Union Station in exactly 37 minutes for $10.50 — from Union Station, Granite Tower is 2–3 Light Rail stops or a 15-minute walk.
| Option | Distance | Daily Rate | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granite Tower building garage | On-site | $3–5/hr (visitor) | $150–$200 |
| 1800 Glenarm Place Garage | 1 min walk | $12–$18/day | $160–$190 |
| 1144 Glenarm Place Garage | 2 min walk | $15–$20/day | $170–$200 |
| 17th & Welton Garage | 3 min walk | $10–$15/day | $140–$175 |
| Street meters (18th St / Glenarm) | On block | $3–4/hr (2-hr max) | N/A |
| RTD Light Rail (18th & California) | Steps away | $0 (park-and-ride) | RTD pass |
Rates are approximate and vary by day and demand. Early-bird rates (enter before 8am) at nearby garages often reduce daily costs to $8–12. Pre-book on SpotHero for the best available rates.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I park near Granite Tower Denver?
The closest parking options to Granite Tower at 1099 18th Street are the 1800 Glenarm Garage (1 min walk, ~$12–18/day), the 1144 Glenarm Place Garage (2 min walk, ~$15–20/day), and the 17th & Welton Garage (3 min walk, ~$10–15/day). Street metered parking on 18th Street and Glenarm Place charges $3–4/hr with a 2-hour maximum.
How much is parking at Granite Tower Denver?
Visitor parking at or adjacent to Granite Tower at 1099 18th Street runs approximately $3–5/hr in the building's managed garage. Daily rates at nearby garages range from $10–20/day depending on the facility and time of arrival. Monthly tenant parking costs approximately $150–200/month. Early-bird daily rates (enter before 8am) can be as low as $8–12/day at nearby garages.
Is there monthly parking near Granite Tower Denver?
Yes. Monthly parking near Granite Tower is available through the building's managed garage, ABM- and SP+-managed garages in the surrounding blocks, and third-party lot operators. Monthly rates for downtown Denver office commuters typically run $120–200/month. Pre-booking on SpotHero can sometimes surface lower monthly contract rates.
Can I take the train to Granite Tower Denver?
Yes — Granite Tower has exceptional rail access. The RTD Light Rail 18th & California Station is steps from the building at 1099 18th Street. Multiple downtown light rail lines serve this station, including lines connecting to Union Station, the convention center corridor, and southern suburbs. Many Granite Tower commuters park-and-ride from suburban stations, reducing their downtown parking cost to zero.
What is the cheapest parking option near 1099 18th Street Denver?
The cheapest parking near 1099 18th Street depends on your visit length. For hourly visits, metered street parking on 18th Street or Glenarm runs $3–4/hr and is free on Sundays. For full-day parking, the 17th & Welton Garage at approximately $10–15/day is one of the most affordable structured options nearby. Arriving before 8am at many downtown garages unlocks early-bird rates of $8–12/day all-in.