In the heart of downtown Durango, Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and outdoor entertainment area. Unwind in the indoor pool or get active at the gym while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Fort Lewis College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
Getting around
Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 11 min drive
Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 22 min drive
Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Steamworks Brewing Company - 12 min walk
Jimmy John's - 8 min walk
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 11 min walk
Taco Libre - Taqueria & Cocktails - 5 min walk
Carver Brewing Co. - 7 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG puts you a short five-minute drive from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. For a workout, you can visit the fitness centre, or go for a morning swim at the indoor pool. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
91 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered on-site self-parking (USD 5.00 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Lowered view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Low-height worktop and sink
Low-height desk
Wheelchair-width doorways
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Local maps
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 5 per accommodation, per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered self-parking costs USD 5.00 per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday INN EXP Durango
Holiday Inn Express Durango
Holiday Inn Express Durango an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown Animas River
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown Animas River by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown Animas River an IHG Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG 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.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 25.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 5.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre and a picnic area.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG is a short 15-minute walk from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and 14 minutes' walk from Animas River Trail. Travellers say that the area is walkable and ideal for skiing.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast options were great with a substantial selection and gluten-free options available. (28 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2025
Great stay due to convenient location.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Sept 2025
Great Stay
The room was nice and clean. Check in was easy and the staff were friendly. I wish they had more towels and coffee options, all we had were light and decaf. The room was actually quiet even though the hotel is right next to the road.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2025
Worth it!
The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly. Centrally located so it made it easy to walk and enjoy the town.
Hilmer
Hilmer, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
Great stay and Cheryl help make the trip amazing at the front desk.
EMNANUEL
EMNANUEL, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Sept 2025
Check-in was terrible. I had with confirmation for two nights through hotels.com but hotel said we had only one night and hotels. Com modified it. Both hotels.com and ihg passed the buck back and forth leaving me in the middle with no solution.
Renee
Renee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
Right on the riverwalk
Great location right on the riverwalk at the back entrance of the hotel.
michael
michael, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
12 Aug 2025
Nice motel but very generic. We have stayed at the General Palmer hotel before and it has much more character and a more interesting breakfast and frankly a friendlier staff , more space in the room, and a better location without a parking charge. We won't stay at the Holiday Inn Express again.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
Room was very nice and location superb. Loved being river side.
pamela
pamela, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Sept 2025
We did not receive the room we booked through Hotel.com. Front staff was increadible rude and told us we booked through a third party and they would only give us what they had available.
Shannon
Shannon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Great Durango stay
Centrally located and friendly staff
Underground parking has 9 foot clearance
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Nice spot by river with easy trail access.
Bret
Bret, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2025
Front desk was VERY helpful throughout the stay and made the arrival so simple and fast.
Amy
Amy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2025
Great location, convenient to everything. Very clean, friendly staff
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Jun 2025
Great location on the River. Convenient & easy-going.
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2025
Loved this hotel. Excellent service and clean rooms. Terrific breakfast offered.
Rita
Rita, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2025
Family vacation
The location was great. Walkable to downtown Durango. The view of the Animas river while having breakfast was breathtaking. We even saw a deer in the river one morning! The breakfast was above average with many options. Our only complaint was the bed. It was incredibly uncomfortable and made for 6 nights of little to no sleep.
Jessica
Jessica, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
Incredible staff and location
Cheryl who checked us in was soooo wonderful. Put us in the perfect room, told us about the area and made sure we got our cookie and dog biscuits!!!
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Aug 2025
The room smelled like sewer ...there is absolutely NO way to get a hild of them by phone...EVER.
Michele
Michele, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Easy garge parking. Free breakfast was very good. Layout of room was well thought out. Very clean.
Ann
Ann, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2025
Amazing staff. Always there to help definitely my favorite hotel to stay at in Durango
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Good place to stay
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Lovely!
Lovely hotel overlooking the River. Great location. Walkable to all the shops and restaurants in the historic district. Staff was very helpful and gave some great recommendations of things to see and do.
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Jun 2025
hotel is beautiful specifically being on river. walking path and park is littered with homeless. the hotel should pay for security. my wife and I felt unsafe walking dogs. really unfortunate as hotel and staff are fantastic.