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The General Palmer Hotel

4.0 star property

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Interior entrance
Lobby sitting area
Mountain view
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO, 81301
  • Henry Strater Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Durango Area Tourism Office
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Presidential King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The General Palmer Hotel

4-star hotel in Historic Downtown Durango
Coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. Self parking is free. Additionally, a library, tour/ticket assistance, and a porter/bellhop are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The General Palmer Hotel features a library, a terrace, and a vending machine. This hot springs hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. The property has a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

The General Palmer Hotel is a smoke-free property.

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

  • 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1898
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 20 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is 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

The General Palmer Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 648 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the historical atmosphere and all the cool places to just relax --chairs, sofas and tables everywhere! We did NOT love the lights from the street shining in our windows with no way to block it! The room was very light all night long. We would love to stay here again but not if there aren't blocking curtains or shades. Also--a short note on the operation of the heating remote would be useful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint boutique hotel
Our room was unique and comfortable. The antique elevator worked great and was tiny and quaint. Breakfast was fair. Liked the Tea station on the floor
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical stay
It was beautiful and very comfortable. The staff was exceptional. Will surely recommend 👌 👍. Loved the location and history of the hotel. Wish i booked a view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
"Historic" hotel that needs repair. There is a difference between historic and rumage sale. The line get blurred here. All in all pretty worn.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and Close In
The General Palmer is a small hotel on Main St in Durango. It was built in 1898, so the old building has some creeks and groans. The old elevator was a challenge, but manageable. Our room did not have a balcony, but there was a large deck accessable ftom the hallway. We were oriented so we could see the Durango- Silverton trains leave in the AM and return in the PM. If you're a late sleeper, request tge opposite side of the hotel. All the staff was friendly and informative. The complimentary breakfast was good. As you would expect, it was not exceptional but tasty and hot. We enjoyed being on Main St and quick access to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The front desk staff was not friendly and disengaged. The breakfast on Saturday was inedible. Sunday was better. Location was good. And it was a lovely, old hotel. Not really worth the cost, in my opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

OMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small elevator hard to use with big luggage !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, breakfast, parking and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun Victorian hotel
Like stepping back in time in Victorian hotel with vintage decor. We were thrilled to arrive to warm chocolate chip cookies, and 24-hour coffee, tea, hot chocolate etc. We were in Presidential Suite that is comfortable, with sofa to watch TV, and has a Keurig. We had views of the quaint downtown, with shops and restaurants just steps away, and the adjoining train station. Good breakfast with waffle machine, eggs, fresh fruit etc but no oatmeal. The staff were nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Athens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool old hotel in a great spot in Durango. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly & helpful staff. Charming hotel. Delicious coffee, eggs, and fresh OJ. We are definitely coming back to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife absolutely LOVED the Vintage look. Great job
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facility did warn that stairs were required to reach the second story rooms in the annex. It did not inform us that it was actually two flights of very steep stairs. Given the altitude it was a challenge for those of us from the eastern coast to carry baggage up them easily especially for those having arthritis, pulmonary or coronary conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Well maintained, eclectic property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical building. Convenient to the downtown area replete with shopping, restaurants, and libations. Only con was the tub. It was a jetted tub with a high rim that had to be stepped into for the shower. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024