The General Palmer Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale historic hotel, walk to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Interior entrance
Mountain view
Presidential King Suite
Room 203-Queen Bed with Windows | Living area
Room 208-Queen Bed No Windows | Bathroom sink
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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Map
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO, 81301
  • Popular LocationDurango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad2 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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

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

Presidential King Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Durango

The General Palmer Hotel places you steps from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and within a short 5-minute stroll of Durango Area Tourism Office. Highlights at this historic hotel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace and a porter/bellboy. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Historic Downtown Durango hotel include Animas River Trail and Durango Arts Center.

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 Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 2 min walk
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 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

Upscale historic hotel, walk to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine 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 a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, dressing gowns, 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 telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1898
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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.

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 aged 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

General Palmer
General Palmer Durango
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General Palmer Hotel Durango
The General Palmer Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The General Palmer Hotel?

The General Palmer Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 16 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The General Palmer Hotel on 17 June 2024 start from AU$427.77, including 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.

Is parking available at The General Palmer Hotel?

Yep, The General Palmer Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does The General Palmer Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers give a thumbs up to the free continental breakfast here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The General Palmer Hotel?

No, The General Palmer Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The General Palmer Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The General Palmer Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The General Palmer Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 610 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in staff were super friendly and helpful. They do not have a ramp up the stairs to get into the hotel and they have a small old-fashioned elevator. This hotel has character since it was built in 1898. Highly recommend especially if you are traveling as a couple without kids. Next time we will stay for a few days.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Lovely room, quiet, but wish it had more amenities in the bathroom. (tissues, said etc.)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nadine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with some upgrades could be fantastic.
The hotel was lovely and the service was excellent. There was a musty odor as we approached the checkin desk that was unpleasant which was a bit distracting. The room was well kept and very comfortable beds. Our room was right on the Main Street so it was very noisy with traffic and we could hear our neighbors next door so earplugs were necessary to sleep. Overall lovely hotel and full of nostalgia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The oatmeal raisin cookies set out in the afternoon are off the charts good. Just next door to the Durango Railway its a great place to stay before taking the ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Locked out
Everything was great except we went out to enjoy the night life and when returning to the motel we were locked out. Rang the buzzer for 30 minutes before someone let us in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, ALBUQUERQUE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Everett

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool historic hotel! I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, yet clean and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024