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The General Palmer Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel, steps from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Interior entrance
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Mountain view
In the heart of Durango, The General Palmer Hotel combines historic charm with modern comforts. Enjoy a continental breakfast, connect to in-room WiFi, and unwind on the terrace or explore the library. Guests rave about the central location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$204 nightly
The total price is $230
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential King Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Presidential King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO, 81301

What's nearby

  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Animas River Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 10 min drive
  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 22 min drive
  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪lone spur cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gazpacho New Mexico Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and downhill skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 39 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (20 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1898
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

General Palmer
General Palmer Durango
General Palmer Hotel
General Palmer Hotel Durango
The General Palmer Hotel Hotel
The General Palmer Hotel Durango
The General Palmer Hotel Hotel Durango

Frequently asked questions

Does The General Palmer Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The General Palmer Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The General Palmer Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The General Palmer Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The General Palmer Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 75.00 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The General Palmer Hotel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, spelunking, and hunting.

What's the area around The General Palmer Hotel like?

The General Palmer Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station and 4 minutes' walk from Animas River Trail. Travelers say the area is very central, and great for skiing.

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