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The General Palmer Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star historic hotel near Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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The General Palmer Hotel

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Interior entrance
Mountain view
Room 314-Queen Murphy Bed with Windows | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
Combined shower/tub, hydromassage showerhead, designer toiletries

Overview of The General Palmer Hotel

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO, 81301
  • Popular LocationDurango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad3 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnimas River Trail4 min walk
  • Popular LocationFort Lewis College3 min drive
  • AirportDurango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)21 min drive

Room options

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Presidential King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Durango

Historic Downtown Durango stay.At this Historic Downtown Durango hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Area Tourism Office. Animas River Trail and Durango Arts Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 3 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 Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 2 min walk
  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Steamworks Brewing Company - 5 min walk
  • Denny's - 4 min walk
  • Applebee's - 6 min walk
  • Animas River Beer Garden - 6 min walk

About this property

The General Palmer Hotel

4-star historic hotel near Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the historic The General Palmer Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Durango hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1898
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
The General Palmer Hotel offers 39 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Durango hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 20 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 20 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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General Palmer Durango
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The General Palmer Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The General Palmer Hotel to the airport?

The General Palmer Hotel is 5.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The General Palmer Hotel?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The General Palmer Hotel on Apr 21, 2024 start from $144.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The General Palmer Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The General Palmer Hotel.

Does The General Palmer Hotel offer free breakfast?

The General Palmer Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The General Palmer Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The General Palmer Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The General Palmer Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The General Palmer Hotel have a pool?

The General Palmer Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The General Palmer Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The General Palmer Hotel to downtown Durango?

The General Palmer Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Durango.

The General Palmer Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only weird thing is that the room has no windows, Missed that in the pictures. Don't know if it is good or bad, just different.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, ALBUQUERQUE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

GUO, Corpus Christi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical furnishings, like it！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was really nice Location is great for any Durango Train fan
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Keswick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical, charming, convenient with a warm and welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noel Night
We stayed the night here while we played Santa and Mrs Claus for Noel night. Friendly staff and lovely historical decorum
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023