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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
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Mountain view
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
Lobby sitting area
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
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $173
includes taxes & fees
$154 per night
Feb 10 - Feb 11

Room options

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Presidential King Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 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
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 4 min walk
  • Animas River Trail - 4 min walk
  • San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 2 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 3 min drive

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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Animas River Beer Garden - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬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. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and downhill skiing. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

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

  • 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.

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.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The individual at the front desk was amazing! Friendly and went the extra mile to be welcoming!
Harry, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Stay
The staff at The General Palmer are amazing. We felt welcome and the beds were extremely comfortable.
Gina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kylabe, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean & quiet.
Gregory, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jo Ann, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Made a beautiful birthday for my wife
I found the staff to be one of the most freindly and very helpful in all ways. room was very nice and clean and neat. The bed was very comfortable.
winton, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lawrence, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Charming, comfortable but noisy!!
This hotel was a lovely property and had all the Victorian esthetic and historic charm we had hoped for. Its central location made exploring Downtown Durango on foot easy. But it would have been nice to know that the trains at the station next door started running (and blowing their whistles every few minutes) at 7 am. No sleeping in at the General Palmer!
Keely, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dusty, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast better than expected. Very convenient to train and downtown.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Loren, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel in downtown Durango
This hotel was in such a great location with ample parking. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The free breakfast was a bonus and the price was reasonable.
Maria, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Albino, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Would Stay There Again
The hotel is well kept and the staff were very attentive. Our room was confortable. The hotel is close to many shops and restaurant.
Theresa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

I could hear people in other rooms and the main light in the room didn't light up well at all. Most everything else was excellent.
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.
Dawn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

We loved the historical atmosphere and all the cool places to just relax --chairs, sofas and tables everywhere! We did NOT love the lights from the street shining in our windows with no way to block it! The room was very light all night long. We would love to stay here again but not if there aren't blocking curtains or shades. Also--a short note on the operation of the heating remote would be useful!
jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint boutique hotel
Our room was unique and comfortable. The antique elevator worked great and was tiny and quaint. Breakfast was fair. Liked the Tea station on the floor
Marion, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Historical stay
It was beautiful and very comfortable. The staff was exceptional. Will surely recommend 👌 👍. Loved the location and history of the hotel. Wish i booked a view.
Marisol, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

"Historic" hotel that needs repair. There is a difference between historic and rumage sale. The line get blurred here. All in all pretty worn.
Robert, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and Close In
The General Palmer is a small hotel on Main St in Durango. It was built in 1898, so the old building has some creeks and groans. The old elevator was a challenge, but manageable. Our room did not have a balcony, but there was a large deck accessable ftom the hallway. We were oriented so we could see the Durango- Silverton trains leave in the AM and return in the PM. If you're a late sleeper, request tge opposite side of the hotel. All the staff was friendly and informative. The complimentary breakfast was good. As you would expect, it was not exceptional but tasty and hot. We enjoyed being on Main St and quick access to the shops and restaurants.
kEITH, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The front desk staff was not friendly and disengaged. The breakfast on Saturday was inedible. Sunday was better. Location was good. And it was a lovely, old hotel. Not really worth the cost, in my opinion.
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Small elevator hard to use with big luggage !!
OMAR, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Martha, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"A very old style decor, a very unique elevator and a great location to Durango."
Reasons to Book
Great Location & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM