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Historic Strater Hotel

3-star hotel Excellent 699 Main Ave, Durango, CO, 81301
Historic Strater Hotel
Historic Strater Hotel – Durango, CO
Historic Strater Hotel – Durango, CO
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Historic Strater Hotel

Year Built - 1887 Year Remodeled - 2000 Additional Property Description - Built in 1887, the historic Strater Hotel (Historic Hotel of America Founding Member) is one of the Wests iconic hotels and a prominent downtown Durango landmark. We are located a block and a half north of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, one hour from Mesa Verde National Park, two hours from the Four Corners Monument, and deep in the heart of the rugged San Juan Mountains and the San Juan Scenic Skyway. The Strater Hotel is adorned with beautiful handcrafted woodwork, period wallpaper, and the largest collection of American Victorian walnut antiques which are used to decorate the hotel and guestrooms.The Strater is owned by Ross Garrett and family. We invite you to experience the best of the Old West and an iconic Durango, Colorado hotel.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Concierge
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Excellent 1116 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I loved the building itself. Its old, and historic. The room was incredibly small. It was hard to open our 3 suitcases at the same time. The beds were the worst! So hard and bouncy. My husband could not sleep at all and we had to leave early in the morning because of it. I think if they changed the beds, everything else is workable.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Historically decorated hotel with a small clean room and nice bathroom with small shower area. Excellent cooperative staffs. In the heart of downtown. Have a restaurant inside and designated parking nearby.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Between the prime Main Avenue location—just blocks from the train depot—and the unforgettable decor and nightlife, staying here was a highlight of the trip. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Durango!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    It was great except for the night we came in and the room had not been serviced. Of course housekeeping was gone so we were brought up some towels from staff but would have preferred the room made up as our door hanger requested.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Even was awesome

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location and beautiful historic hotel with so much interesting memorabilia. Unfortunately, our checkin lady wasn’t very helpful and didn’t tell us there were tours of the hotel to learn the history —would have enjoyed that. Rooms are plenty big for an old hotel and cutely decorated. Fun bar in the Belle. And be prepared for nighttime noise from revelers outside!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Bathrooms are small, but that was expected.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I thought the bed was short.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Liked that it was decorated in the Victorian area! Loved your room was clean! Exploded the hotel. Will stay here again when passing thru!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    My husband is

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Historic hotel was awesome!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Fun historic hotel. Loved the little journal in the room. The furniture was beautiful. So many things right! Our tub could use some new caulking to look clean. Our windows looked out on a roof/fire escape. I think it should be a clean area since that is what our view is - there was trash/cups etc laying there. Love the history in each room. Great fries /onion rings! I did have to ask our server to clean the ketchup bottle which he did without an issue! Overall a great stay! Loved the saloon and the Office. Thank you!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Excellent all the way around!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Also was not happy the restaurants do not have breakfast service.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Wonderful hotel. Friendly staff. Great restursnts and bars.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great historical hotel

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel has surely a wonderful history. It was interesting to learn about it as part of the town’s history. The hotel itself certainly needs a serious facelift - the drainage was quite bad in both bathtub as well as the sink. NO refrigerator in rooms. Mattresses were fine. Short, I believe $300/night was a bit excessive

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I’m

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The building is a museum so do take that into consideration.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    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 elsewhere if I visit again, but I’m glad I did it once.

Frequently asked questions about Historic Strater Hotel

Does Historic Strater Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Historic Strater Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Historic Strater Hotel offer parking?
Yes, Historic Strater Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does Historic Strater Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Historic Strater Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Historic Strater Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, Historic Strater Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is Historic Strater Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
Historic Strater Hotel is located at 699 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301. With a Walk Score of 92, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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