The mountain town of Durango in Colorado is the home to about 20,000 fulltime residents, but it does receive thousands of visitors every single year, owing to the myriad of attractions it has. One of the major attractions in this laid-back town is the narrow gauge railroad that brings in thousands of visitors from around the world. The three ski areas with mixed sizes, as well as the magnificent outdoor recreation facilities, are also very strong magnets that further help in attracting more visitors to the town. Due to the popular tourism in the town, you are bound to find a variety of accommodation options, and for a better stay, here are a few places to check out if you are looking for where to stay in Durango, Colorado.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
Hotels
1. General Palmer Hotel
Air-conditioned rooms, complete with a work desk, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and coffee-making facilities are some of the amenities that await you in the comfy and beautifully decorated rooms in General Palmer Hotel. The hotel is located right in the heart of Durango town - a prime location considering that the historic Durango & Silver Narrow Gauge Railway & Museum is only 130m (142 yards) away from the hotel while Fort Lewis College is 5 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Additionally, the location makes it convenient for guests who would love quick access to transportation hubs, hotels, restaurants, and shopping facilities.
General Palmer Hotel
Address: 567 Main Avenue
121 meters (395.6 ft) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
2. Comfort Inn & Suites Durango (from USD 135)
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango not only boasts the convenience of location but also has every amenity you would need for a decent and comfortable stay. The hotel is two minutes away from the central business district, and in proximity to the D&S Train Museum. For guests’ fitness and relaxation, the hotels have a fitness center, a sauna, and an indoor swimming pool on-site. The rooms are nicely decorated, and they feature amenities such as a compact refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker and a free Wi-Fi connection. For those coming in by air, the Durango-La Plata County Airport is just 15km (9.32miles) away.
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Address: 455 South Camino Del Rio
2.25 km (1.4 mi) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
3. Days Inn by Wyndham Durango (from USD 53)
Simplicity and elegance best describe Days Inn by Wyndham Durango. The rooms may appear simple, but they will accord you the comfort and the convenience you need for a great stay. They are spacious and fitted with a TV with cable channels, soft and comfortable linens, and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms have spacious seating areas, while a few select ones have a sauna with private bathrooms. There is an onsite fitness center with the right equipment that you need to keep fit during your stay.
Days Inn by Wyndham Durango
Address: 3030 Main Avenue
3.38 km (2.1 mi) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
4. La Quinta by Wyndham Durango (from USD 107)
Competitive pricing with discounts available for extended stays.
Indoor pool, fitness room, and modern, well-equipped rooms with convenient amenities like refrigerators and microwaves.
Convenient location with easy access to downtown Durango and a beautiful river trail nearby.
Delicious and varied breakfast options, with waffles, eggs, and a good selection of items, though there were occasional staffing and replenishment issues.
La Quinta by Wyndham Durango has guest rooms which are equipped with private bathrooms and a mini kitchen with all the appliances for preparing coffee and quick snacks. The shared amenities include free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, a business center, and a vending machine with a variety of drinks. All guests are entitled to a hot continental or buffet breakfast every morning. The location of the hotel makes it possible for guests to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, with the major ones being hiking and cycling in the exciting trails nearby.
La Quinta by Wyndham Durango
Address: 125 Mercury Village Dr
3.46 km (2.2 mi) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
5. DoubleTree by Hilton Durango (from USD 153)
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango is located within a walking distance from the D&S Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum, and since it overlooks the Animas River in the San Juan Mountains, you can bet that the views from the rooms are simply magnificent. The amenities available include a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, a business center, and free wireless internet access. There is also a restaurant on-site where guests can enjoy mouthwatering seafood and steaks for lunch, breakfast, and dinner. To the delight and convenience of the visitors, the hotel offers daily shuttle services to and from Durango-La Plata Airport.
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Address: 501 Camino Del Rio
286 meters (0.2 ft) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Apartments
6. Loft apartment in Downtown Durango (from USD 136)
This is a spacious two-bedroom apartment that’s fitted with three beds to make it convenient for up to six guests. It is located in the heart of the historic Durango downtown, and a walking distance from shops, restaurants, pubs, and the train station. The apartment promises comfort, convenience and luxury, and all the guests will enjoy super-fast high-speed wireless internet as well as being entertained by the Ultra 4K HDTV.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we really enjoyed the stay there was ample amount of space and beds were super comfortableminutes walk to great restaurants shops and breweries and trent provided great recommendations in his coffee table guidethe beds were lovely to sleep inthe beds were so comfortable we had the best sleep there out of our entire road tripthose units worked great and kept us very comfortableCleanliness:
it was very cleanit's very clean and stylishit was very clean updated and stylishthe apartment was clean and spaciousnicely decorated and cleanHost:
host was friendly and responsivethe owner was always available for questions which i really appreciatedgreat host in a beautiful city thanks trenthost was very easy to contact and friendly helpful in many waystrent was super accommodating and quick to replyRead more reviewsLocation:
location is fantasticthe location was greatloved the location close to everythingamazing location and beautiful loftreally cute place convenient location just off main
7. Private studio apartment
This is a spacious and cozy private studio with everything you may need for a weekend getaway or an extended stay. The studio is only four blocks from the historic main street, thus making it extremely convenient for those interested in a tour of the region. It is fitted with a California king bed, has a full bath, a kitchen, wireless internet, a flat-screen TV and a washer/dryer. For guests’ convenience, there is a private entrance, as well as reserved parking for those who will be coming in their cars.
Durango, Colorado, United States
295 meters (0.2 ft) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RailroadAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
having a king size bed was also wonderfulvery clean and cozy with many more amenities than we expectedafter long days of hiking a hot shower and this comfortable private space were most appreciatedit is a cute studio with oven microwave coffee maker fridge and laundrythe bed was very comfortable and the decor was stylishCleanliness:
clean and convenientall was clean easy and as describeddanielle's place is warm clean and cozythe studio apartment is so charming clean and invitingspace was clean and the check out was flexibleHost:
host is very nicecommunication with the host was easy and rapidi wasn't very good at reading directions but danielle was super helpful and patient with meeasy checkin great advice from host and clean spacethe apartment was cozy and clean and they provided lots of helpful info for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location and space walking distance to downtownsuper cute space located close to downtowngreat location easy access to downtownwalking distance to great food and drinkswonderful location and everything you need
8. Studio in the heart of Durango downtown
This studio apartment is in the historic Jarvis Building, thus making accessing shops, restaurants, bars, shops, and other amenities a breeze. It has a private street entrance, as well as designated parking for the guests. There is a king bed, a full bath, a full kitchen, and a large flat-screen TV for guests’ convenience. The studio may not have a lot, but it is clean and kept in top-notch condition. The furniture is comfortable and modern, and you will also love the views of the mountains from inside the studio.
Durango, Colorado, United States
769 meters (0.5 ft) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RailroadSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there is a fan and a 'white noise' machine in the studiobed was comfortable and towels/ linens well-stockedthe king bed is comfortable and the apartment is well stockedbeautiful and well kept it had everything we needed-bed bath and kitchenvery comfortable for twoCleanliness:
clean and comfortablevery clean would highly recommenddanielle's place was clean and comfortableclean and stylish space with easy check-in and great communication all aroundplace was super clean and perfect for a coupleHost:
host was very helpfulthe host was great very responsivehosts were very responsive and helpfulhost was great as wellhost offered a great list of recommendations of things to do in durango which was greatly appreciatedRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location for downtown durangothis location is definitely close to everything in townawesome location for exploring durangogreat location in downtown durangoperfect location with onsite parking
9. Beautiful ground-floor apartment
The Lion’s Den is a two-bed one-bath ground level apartment located at the base of a mountain in Durango. It is approximately eight minutes from Durango downtown and about 27 minutes from Purgatory Resort. The apartment has a kitchenette with all the appliances you may need to prepare a decent home meal, and there are also laundry facilities to help with the cleaning during your stay. Some of the notable facilities nearby include ski and board rentals, recreational marijuana facilities, shops, and grocery stores.
Durango, Colorado, United States
6.68 km (4.2 mi) from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RailroadAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
pretty patio with chairs and tablewe enjoyed connecting to the wifi and roku for the eveninghe added new things like extra tvs extra linens and some new furniture pieceswonderful hosts who respond quickly deck space cookware living area super comfortable bed and couchthe king bed was so comfortable and the space had all the essentialsCleanliness:
the place was clean and comfortablegreat clean place and plenty of roomit was very clean and convenient for our staythe place was incredibly cleanthis airbnb was very clean comfortable and well-appointedHost:
the laundry was very helpful at this stage in our triphosts were gracious polite and communicativethe hosts were also fantasticthank you hosts highly recommendedgreat place and awesome hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location for exploring hot springs and downtown durangogreat location in a quite neighborhoodgreat location that is pretty close to downtowngreat location in between town and the hot springsgreat location for exploring durango
10. One-bedroom gem in Animas Valley (from USD 79)
This one bed, one bath suite is situated in one of the best locations you will ever find in the region. The suite is in a small yard with a private entrance, and with the help of the sofa bed, it is large enough to accommodate up to three guests. It has a kitchenette equipped with all the appliances you may need to fix a quick meal, including all the utensils for coffee and meals. From this location, Animas River Walking & Hiking Trail is only 15 minutes away, while the Trimble Hot Springs is only 4 miles (6.4km) away. The other notable attractions nearby include a ski resort and the mountain lake where you can kayak, paddleboard, swim, fish or hike.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
bedroom had a great ambience and the bathroom fit all of our needsvery nice place with quiet courtyard and nicely furnished apartmentcozy and comfortable with a beautiful view of the mountains in the morning and eveningshayna has a beautiful cozy place with a bedroom and kitchenettewe loved the fainting couch and the cute dining nook in the kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableclean and well appointed placevery clean and perfect size for one or two peopleshayna’s place is absolutely cleanquiet clean and comfortable is how i would describe shayna's placeHost:
shayna was a great hostaccommodating and friendly hostshayna was a great host & was there to accommodate our needsawesome place amazing hostshayna was extremely helpful in answering all questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is awesomegreat location easy communicationthe location was very quiet right next to the beautiful mountainsgreat location with easy access to all there is to do in durangogreat little place that is super close to downtown durango
Comfort and elegance in Durango
Durango may not be one of the major mountain destinations in the country, but it has its fair share of attractions that put it on the tourist’s maps. As with every trip, the comfort and convenience of your accommodation are imperative, and, hopefully, if you were worried about where to stay in Durango, Colorado, the above options give you some ideas.
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