Historic Downtown Durango Travel Guide

Durango

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

A train with yellow cars traveling through a mountainous area with a river and autumn-colored trees.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

9.6/10 (1,567 reviews)
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is a popular museum in Durango with a story of its own. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Durango

Historic Strater Hotel

Historic Strater Hotel

3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave Durango CO
Fully refundable
The price is 5.423.521 ₫ per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
5.423.521 ₫
6.736.474 ₫ total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (1,105 reviews)
"Did not like the small cramped bathroom. Also was not happy the restaurants do not have breakfast service."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 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 5.806.548 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
5.806.548 ₫
6.657.209 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
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 4.785.120 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
4.785.120 ₫
5.486.139 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,011 reviews)
"We had a very good experience here. The staff is very friendly, the dining hall food and drinks surprisingly good, and the rooms were well maintained. The common areas are a little dated and the gym equipment is nearly falling apart, but I overall would highly recommend staying here. Do note that ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel

4 out of 5
567 Main Avenue Durango CO
The price is 5.499.835 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
5.499.835 ₫
6.700.325 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Carrying luggage up stairs."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

The General Palmer Hotel
Durango Lodge

Durango Lodge

2 out of 5
150 East 5th Street Durango CO
The price is 4.316.698 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
4.316.698 ₫
4.949.094 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 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! (1,006 reviews)
"So close to shops, dining, and train to Silverton."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Durango Lodge
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 4.941.431 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
4.941.431 ₫
5.665.351 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 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 ...
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Durango

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

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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