My wife and I spent three nights here while visiting our son and his fiancée. Located off the 160…read moreWest within walking distance of a Wal-Mart Supercenter and less than a 10 minute drive to downtown. There is a Dunkin Donuts next door. This Sleep Inn is attached to another hotel, MainStay Suites. Both are modern and look attractive both inside and out. They share check-in services. Our experience with the front staff was good. Of special note was allowing us to check in at 12:30 at no extra charge. We really appreciated that. Our 3rd floor room was clean and spacious. Though right next to the elevator, I didn't notice any noise. The elevator smelled like oil and had annoying habit of never fully closing on the first attempt. The ice machine on our floor was broken. Bathroom fan was weak, shower pressure low, equipped with desk, mini fridge, hair dryer, microwave, iron and board. Beds were not comfortable but plenty of pillows provided. AC worked well. The complimentary breakfast is your usual fare: scrambled eggs, [wafer thin] bacon or sausage, cereal, waffles, pastries and bagels, and, of course, coffee. Like so many hotels, the eggs were watery. Not spectacular but filling. One thing I didn't like was that we did to receive housekeeping services until after our second night and we had to go down to get extra towels instead of having them brought up to us. That is not the service that I'm used to and surprised me. Reminded me of hotel housekeeping during the COVID era. There is plenty of free parking. All in all, we had a nice stay.

I dropped in last night with my dog Leo and we slept hard then got up early and drove back to Las…read moreVegas. My second time to stay there in the past year. The people that work there are awesome as well as the rooms and the prices. Oh, the bedding and towels are really nice. Super clean and quiet too!

Honestly, we almost skipped this place because the Google hours made it seem closed, but we decided…read moreto try the door anyway -- luckily, they were open. Definitely glad we checked. This is the kind of charming, historic Durango experience you hope to find downtown. The atmosphere inside the hotel and restaurant feels authentic and welcoming, with old Western character throughout. The bartender was even dressed in theme, which added to the experience without feeling gimmicky. We stopped in during April while wandering downtown Durango during the off-season, when many places were either closed or only opening later for dinner service. We just came in for drinks, but it ended up being a really enjoyable little break from exploring. Since the restaurant is part of the historic hotel, even walking to the restroom gives you a chance to see some of the beautiful vintage details and history of the property. Our bartender -- a gentleman in a hat -- was attentive and friendly, and a lady in costume shared some interesting history about the hotel and building. Great little pit stop whether you're staying at the hotel or just passing through downtown. Would absolutely stop in again.

This hotel has so much personality. 140 years old, intricately adorned rooms (at least the fancy…read moreRoom 108 my wife booked is), ragtime pianist in the dining area? I'm sooooo enjoying my stay in Durango, and Strater is a huge reason for that.

Absolutely loved the Silverton Train! The views were incredible, the ride was awesome, and the…read morecustomer service was top-notch. Everyone was super friendly, helpful, and made the whole experience even better. The service was fast, friendly, and professional, and the staff really went above and beyond. 10/10 would ride again--and probably take way too many pictures again. Definitely a must-do if you're in the area!

One of our favorite scenic adventures in Colorado was riding the Steam Train at the Durango &…read moreSilverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. My son and I planned ahead and purchased our First Class tickets several months in advance to secure our seats. The adults-only First Class car had sold out nearly three months ahead, but we were fortunate to obtain seats in the Prospector First Class car, which welcomes families. The First Class experience was excellent and included comfortable your own attendant, restrooms, individual padded chairs, unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, a souvenir insulated cup, and a keepsake gift bag. Guests were also treated to a blueberry muffin at the start of the trip and a chocolate chip cookie on the return journey, which added a nice touch to the overall experience. The scenery is truly the star of the trip. The breathtaking views of the mountains, river rapids, forests, and rugged canyon landscape are unforgettable and worth the price of admission alone. For the best views, I recommend sitting on the right side of the train traveling to Silverton and on the left side during the return to Durango. While the large windows provide good visibility, I found that photography from the seats can sometimes be obstructed. If capturing great photos is a priority, consider choosing seats near the middle of the car so you can easily anticipate upcoming viewpoints. Alternatively, seats near either end of the car offer quicker access to the outdoor platforms, where the best photographs can be taken. Passengers should be aware that the historic steam locomotive creates a fair amount of movement. The train rocks and sways regularly, which is part of its authentic charm, but those prone to motion sickness may want to take preventative medication before departure. The crew advises maintaining three points of contact whenever moving about the train, which is excellent advice. The journey is approximately three and a half hours each way, with several stops to refill water for the steam engine. While passengers are welcome to bring their own snacks, there is also a food and alcoholic beverage car available for additional purchases. This is certainly not an inexpensive excursion. Our two First Class tickets cost just under $500. When the staff asked whether it was our first train ride, I laughed and thought, "Yes, because this is probably not an everyday experience!" However, after seeing the spectacular scenery, I can honestly say it was worth every dollar. When you arrive in Silverton, I recommend heading directly to the restaurant where you'd like to eat rather than wandering around first. Time is limited, and lunch lines can become quite long. Silverton itself is a charming former mining town filled with restaurants, souvenir shops, and fudge stores. While shopping opportunities are plentiful, expect typical tourist-town pricing. Overall, this was a memorable and worthwhile experience that combined history, adventure, and some of the most stunning scenery in the Southwest. If you're visiting southwestern Colorado, I highly recommend making the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad part of your itinerary. It was an unforgettable highlight of our trip.

In the heart of Historic District. Rooms are nice, clean, with super comfy bed. Pool and hot tub…read morea big plus. Reasonable rates. Great location to "get your steps in.". Surrounded by good food and entertainment.

This place is not bad at all. It's in the middle of downtown which is where you want to be. The…read morerooms are nice and not old looking. To me they are doing their best to make an old historic place modern but keep its originality. The breakfast is small nothing hot just muffins in bags, oranges, cereal. But honestly there is so many good places to eat it's worth trying as much as you can while your there. So don't let a small breakfast keep you from this place. They have a nice pool and a nice hot tub. The parking is small. Make sure to park correctly so that other people can fit as well. We parked and never moved our vehicle the whole time as we walked and spent a whole day on the train which you should do!

Amazing ghost tour!! And let me tell you these two pictures did capture something pretty strange.read more

Joe Nelson was an excellent guide. Has lots of knowledge about Durango and lots of connections to…read morethe places he mentions on the tour! Great for tourists out of town!

We were lucky enough to get a riverside spot for our first 3 nights at JW Durango Riverside (site…read more#3). Absolutely gorgeous! We then moved over to the field side (site #88), which we honestly liked even more as it felt like we had our own little somewhat private piece of Colorado paradise as the back side of our spot opened into a large field. We rented a cabin for 3 nights for our boys to come visit us and it was very clean and comfortable for them (no bathrooms inside though). The restroom facility was always spotless and the front desk staff were always very helpful. HIGHLY recommend this campground!

The prices are crazy, over $1000 per week. Also, they claim…read morethey are a "Resort"! We have been there twice. The first time, the pool was out of order the entire time. This last time, the pool was out of order when we arrived. We were told they the pool would be back online in two days. After waiting a week, I asked for a partial refund since they advertised the pool. The following day they opened the pool. The water was so cloudy that you could not see the bottom of the pool in the 3 foot section, and the water temperature was ice cold. The heater was set to 74 degrees F, but it did not seem to be working. They told me I could go swimming in the Animas River! Many of the sites were far from level. Their free wifi was completely worthless. Their high speed wifi was better, but still lots of buffering. The staff seems unconcerned with customer complaints.

Love the array of brochures and recommendations and the comfy seating to make a plan. Conveniently…read morelocated on the Main St.

We stopped here before walking around downtown Durango. Great idea! The place is big, with clean…read morebathrooms and plenty of seats for resting or checking out the brochures. The location is perfect--right on Main Street, and the ladies who assisted us were friendly and helpful. We walked out with two walking tour pamphlets, a couple of coupons and a map that included where to find the trolleys. They even told us where we could find a simple lunch. This is the perfect first stop for your trip to Durango.

Easy to reserve a cabin. Staff are great and friendly, felt like family. Cabins are clean, very…read morenice home away from home. In the woods. Take a deep breath and smell the trees, smells so good. This place has activities for the people staying here, really cool. Fire pits and grills available to use outside your cabin. Pets are welcome. We'll be back for a longer stay.

A little off of the beaten track, but that's what makes it special. You have to be going here to…read moreget here. Very nice shaded grounds, Good amenities, and nice folks.