Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A train with yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with a river and autumn-colored trees.
A yellow train on a steep mountain track with a river below.
A red brick building with ornate white trim and large windows.
A train with black and yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with rocky terrain and trees.
A steam locomotive numbered 481 on a railway track with a caboose labeled "Durango & Silverton."

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Durango attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Durango Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave Durango CO
The price is AU$336 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$336
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Breakfast was great! The room was nice but it was weird to have glass doors that you could see through for the room."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Historic Strater Hotel

Historic Strater Hotel

3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave Durango CO
The price is AU$400 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$400
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,106 reviews)
"It’s really a period-piece hotel and that’s the big part of its charm. But with this charm comes limitations. The rooms are tiny, and the bathrooms are problematic. But it is clean, the restaurant is nice, the decor is authentic, and the location is perfect for the downtown area. I’ll probably check ..."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Historic Strater Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio Durango CO
The price is AU$401 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$401
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Well maintained with curteous and professional staff. Did not enjoy paying an additional $14 for parking."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel

4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue Durango CO
The price is AU$398 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$398
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"It is the perfect location to enjoy downtown Durango. Close to dining and shopping!!!"

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

The General Palmer Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area

2.5 out of 5
402 East 2nd Avenue Durango CO
The price is AU$309 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$309
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay loved it"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area
Durango Lodge

Durango Lodge

2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street Durango CO
The price is AU$272 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$272
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"close to the train station and nice breakfeast"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Durango Lodge
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Our guide on where to stay in Historic Downtown Durango

Find the best Historic Downtown Durango areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Columbine Lake

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbine Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Purgatory Resort and Electra Lake.

North Main District

If you're spending some time in North Main District, Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are top sights worth seeing.

Durango West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Durango West and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Ski Hesperus.

Sky Ridge

While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Durango Community Recreation Center.

Animas River District

While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.



Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide

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