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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
Mountain view
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
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
The current price is HK$1,719
HK$2,072 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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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
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Presidential King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 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 & Lounge - ‬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 only steps from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Guests looking to stay active can experience 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 travellers.

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 Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry 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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Zip-lining 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 bathroom
  • 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 curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Hydromassage shower head
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

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

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

General Palmer Hotel Durango
General Palmer Hotel
General Palmer Durango
General Palmer
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 that you 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 motorhome/bus/lorry 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 such as downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, cave exploring 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. Travellers say that the area is very central, and great for skiing.

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The General Palmer Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Restaurant
Elevator
Bed
Historical
Store
Trains

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was well-stocked and very good with a great variety. (32 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, safe, and ample, with some guests even mentioning it as a highlight of their stay. (9 reviews)
  • Dining options are exceptional and within walking distance, offering a unique experience. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great place to.stay
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property, great location, good breakfast, friendly staff. We would stay there again!
Shannon, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Comfortable and pleasant with a great location close to the train station and downtown.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel, great staff, uber convenient location
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay breakfast was good. Very clean and surprisingly quiet even though we wete right next to the train station.
rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel !!!
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was extremely helpful. Location great for dining and riding the train.
Jared, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was great.
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overall great stay. Helpful staff to a fault!!
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great historic hotel.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent staff ..very beautiful older building with lots of class...steps from the durango train..perfect place to stay..i was treated like a queen..we will be back!
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel!! Chandler was extremely helpful helping with several special requests ahead of our arrival. Highly recommend this property.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Right next to the Durango-Silverton train station.
Randall, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great service and nice location
Amanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. A beautiful hotel.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful historical hotel right in the heart of Durango! We were able to walk everywhere. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Rhonda, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love the property.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent room, service, and experience
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

One of the best Hotels I’ve ever stayed at . We actually came back for an extra day .
George, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

The breakfast was not the best. Otherwise, a pleasant stay.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again!

Excellent Sunday brunch & lovely staff!
JoAnna, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Antique furnishings and beautiful carpet and extremely comfortable bed and bedding
Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay. Excellent customer service
Lynne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful accommodations.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved how unique and well run The General Palmer was. Chandler at the front desk made us feel right at home and had plenty of recommendations for our chosen interests around town! We would absolutely visit again.
Casey, 1-night trip