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The General Palmer Hotel

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

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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
The current price is CNY1,018
CNY1,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14

Why we love this property

Historic mountain views
Tucked away in the mountains, this hotel offers a perfect blend of history and curated decor. Retreat to the historic district for scenic vistas.
Dreamy bedroom setup
Slide into bathrobes after experiencing the hydromassage showerhead. Sleep soundly on pillowtop mattresses with Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding.

Room options

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

Presidential King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Palace Wing, 2 Queen Suite, Stair Access Only | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Wing, 2 Queen Suite, Stair Access Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Wing, 1 Queen Bed, Stair Access Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Palace Wing, 1 King Bed, Stair Access Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Palace Wing, 1 King Suite, Stair Access Only

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
  • Durango Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Animas River Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 13 min walk - 1.2 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 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esoterra Ciderworks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The General Palmer Hotel

You'll be in a fantastic location at The General Palmer Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Area Tourism Office. 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. This historic hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Animas River Trail and Durango Arts Center. 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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))
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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

  • 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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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Reviews

The General Palmer Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, hot, and a pleasant surprise. (49 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, safe, and easily accessible for guests. (13 reviews)
  • Dining options are exceptional and within walking distance, with plenty of choices for all budgets. (9 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very close to shops and restaurants
Gail, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly clean environment
REBECCA, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Courteous staff, clean room
Sonya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Nicole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and room..Very friendly and accommodating staff, perfect location!
Yael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, very well situated, the staff is super friendly and the old vibe to the hotel is really nice
Gustavo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice old hotel with pleasant staff and clean facilities .
Harry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great location, and very clean.
Sierra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was Helpful and the hotel is beautiful Close to everything downtown
Brenda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic charm, clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast.
Terry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pretty nice hotel , right in the beggining of the main st and behind the railroad . Very pretty , staff is pleasant
Ariagna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So impressed with this amazing place we had the best time and just made our entire stay extra special! Can’t ever imagine staying anywhere else!
Justina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic property.
Carla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel!
Wendy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was super clean and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful!
Casey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was great! Beautiful and clean on the inside. Chandler at the front desk was awesome! Free breakfast and free cookies was great as well. Great location. Great everything.
JR, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the staff, the peace and quiet, the beauty of the town during the holidays just outside our door … it was dreamy!
Catherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful clean friendly service!! Can not wait to stay again!!!
Christine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We stayed in a larger room in a separate building. Very nice room with a view of the hillside. Comfortable bed, nice bathroom, updated decor. Only downside was no elevator and scary outdoor stairs to access the second floor.
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Cory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The parking was great; easy, free, plenty of room. The staff was amazing - friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The rooms were clean and comfortable - the bed was amazing! Free coffee and cookies all the time. Overall, a great place.
James, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very nice and the room was really nice. Breakfast was a little disappointing but otherwise it was a great experience.
Rafael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous!!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean . Staff is very friendly.
Brandon, 3-night trip