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The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel
The General Palmer Hotel – Durango, CO
The General Palmer Hotel – Durango, CO
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The General Palmer Hotel

Featuring Victorian style décor, this hotel is located in the town center of Durango. All rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. A limited Continental breakfast is served to guests daily. Each air-conditioned room includes a work desk, a flat-screen TV and coffee-making facilities at General Palmer Hotel Durango. Select rooms are accessible via stairs only. Guests can relax with a book from the library at Durango General Palmer Hotel. A business center with fax and photocopying services is available. A 24-hour reception assists all guests. The hotel is 427 ft from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum. Fort Lewis College is 5 minutes’ drive from General Palmer Hotel. Free parking is included in the property amenity fee.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 1336 reviews
  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The room and bed were very comfortable. The location is terrific. The history is really nice. The train runs right behind the building so beware. It doesn’t run overnight though so that’s good. No elevators in Palace wing so if you struggle with stairs and luggage ask to be in main wing.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Loved this property. Beautiful building, great staff. Old fashioned elevator brings real character. Everyone in our group loved it.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    All the staff were very nice and helpful .

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Beautiful hotels and rooms. The elevator was extremely small and hard to operate.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Loved the outside stairs, easy access to our vehicle and luggage. Buy, we'll stay again anytime. Thanks Gen. Palmer staff!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We stayed in a room on the 2nd floor and enjoyed the communal balcony area. The breakfast had a good variety and was stocked well.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Lovely antique/ boutique style hotel in the heart of historic downtown Durango. Easy walk to the train which was one of our main reasons for visit. Nice breakfast and coffee setup which we used daily including to-go option. Room was small but updated and clean. Second floor room with a small elevator but Oksana was very helpful bringing our luggage up. Good exercise most of the time we used the stairs. The only drawback to the location was proximity to the nightlife across the street so it got a little loud on the weekends with live bands and noisy conversations just below but we enjoyed our stay

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Our room was also charming as well. The location was within walking distance of countless restaurants and bars. I would definitely stay here again if given the opportunity.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The General Palmer Historic Hotel is a beautiful, well run historic hotel in downtown Durango, CO. We actually had an inside room without a window and a queen sized bed. It was the quietest room we’ve ever stayed in. They had coffee and tea out all day along with cookies. Breakfast was included every morning along with free parking. The hotel is located next to the Durango-Silverton historic stream train ride. It. It was amazing! We had gorgeous photo’s of the gorges, rivers, forests and the train. Silverton had lots of shops and restaurants to enjoy on our turn around trip. It’s a must trip for all ages!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The inner room was very comfortable, clean, and quiet. The bed was very comfortable and the room was a nice size, adequately stocked, and the temperature control was very good. We did not eat breakfast but the area for this was very pleasing. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only lacking amenity would be a restaurant.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Wonderful stay

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I wanted the taste of the historic hotels and the Palmer was the clear winner. A bargain at twice the price. Neat as a pin, comfortable bed and pillows, killer breakfast. Parking convenient and free. Now my go-to when I return to Durango. Highly recommended.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Rooms too small no tv bathroom too small! Place is a dump !! Over priced

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I liked the charm and style of the hotel. Only complaint would be I awoke at 0400 and could hear an audible hum while laying on my pillow. Sounded mechanical like the floor below air-conditioning or something. I couldn't hear when sitting up just laying down. Like it was coming through the framework of the building. Otherwise fantastic stay. Great staff

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location and onsite free parking. A well maintained historic hotel.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    It is very conveniently located to everything downtown. Lovely historic hotel. We really enjoyed it

Frequently asked questions about The General Palmer Hotel

Does The General Palmer Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The General Palmer Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The General Palmer Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The General Palmer Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The General Palmer Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The General Palmer Hotel offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The General Palmer Hotel have a fitness center?
The General Palmer Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The General Palmer Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The General Palmer Hotel is located at 567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301. With a Walk Score of 91, 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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