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Rico Hotel Mountain Lodge
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  • Summer in full bloom at the historic Rico Hotel. Enjoy hiking or biking right outside the hotel in the picturesque San Juans. or fly fishing on the Dolores river. Relax in our hot tub and enjoy world class cuisine in our grill.

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  • Inn Details

    We invite you to discover a unique experience in our beautifully restored mining era hotel. Built in 1925 as a resting place for the employees of the Rico Argentine Mining Company, the historic Rico Hotel features charming rooms, the convenience of free wireless internet access, a warm and inviting lobby with an open fire, a full service restaurant with a fine dining menu, and the peace and tranquility of a small town. The Rico Hotel is a great location for a family reunion, wedding, or company party. Enjoy the services and amenities that you would find in Telluride at greatly reduced prices. Our friendly staff looks forward to serving you during your stay. We are located on the San Juan Scenic Byway between Telluride and Cortez. Keep informed of our Special Events by signing up for our e-newsletter and our Facebook page!

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Hiking,skiing,good food,mushroom foraging,farmers markets,

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Number of Dogs: 2

    Features

    Type:

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • 1 hour from Mesa Verde National Park .

    • All winter activities

    • Easy access to 4-corners and Canyon Lands

    • Fly fishing,hunting

    • Ghost sightings

    • summer festivals nearby in Telluride

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

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  • Room 103

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    room 107

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

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    room 109

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

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    room 203

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Room 300

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm - 6pm    Check out: 11am

    • Deposit amount required: One night's lodging is due at time of booking and final payment is due on arrival

    • Cancellations: Cancellations must be made at least 7 days prior to arrival in order to warrant a deposit refund. If cancellation is made less than 7 days before arrival, deposit will be forfeited.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: Yes

    • Drinking allowed: No

    • Drinking description: We have a full service bar.

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 - 9:00 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room

    Signature Dish

    Korean bbq.Organic Salmon
    Our chef who worked with Wolfgang Puck prepares this guest favorite. Soy ginger marinated Salmon. Grilled to medium. Served with a coriander cream sauce,mixed greens tossed with soy ginger dressing, and sticky rice.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Kids Menu

    Additional food services

    • A La Carte restaurant 7 nights.

    • Lunch & brunch 7 days

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  • Location Type

    • Mountains

    • Small town

    City

    • Directions to property:
      Located in Southwestern Colorado, the San Juan Mountains are are among America's most beautiful mountain ranges. Rico is in the heart of these mountains, situated 30 minutes from Telluride (along the San Juan Skyway Scenic Drive) and one and a half hours from Durango. From Denver, CO - Take I-70 west to Grand Junction, south on 50 to Montrose; continue through Montrose on 550. Continue south on 550 to Ridgway and then take a right (west) on Highway 62. Follow all signs to Telluride and after 23 miles take a right (south) on Highway 145 at the Telluride turn off, and drive 36 miles over Lizard Head Pass to Rico. This drive takes approximately 6 hours. From Colorado Springs, CO - Go west on Highway 24 to 285, south at Buena Vista to Highway 50. West to Montrose and the 550. Continue south on 550 to Ridgway and then take a right (west) on Highway 62. Follow all signs to Telluride and after 23 miles take a right (south) on Highway 145 at the Telluride turn off, and drive 36 miles over Lizard Head Pass to Rico. This drive takes approximately 6 hours. From Albuquerque, NM - Go west on I-40 to 491 and north on 491 at Gallup New Mexico to Cortez, Colorado. From Cortez go east on Highway 160 to Highway 145, continue through Dolores and then 40 miles north to Rico. This drive takes approximately 6 hours. From Durango, CO - Take 160 west to Cortez (or Mancos, then 184 to Dolores) north 145 through Dolores, 40 miles north to Rico. This drive takes approximately 1.5 hours.

    Airport

    • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.)

    • Directions to property:
      From Denver, CO - Take I-70 west to Grand Junction, south on 50 to Montrose; continue through Montrose on 550. Continue south on 550 to Ridgway and then take a right (west) on Highway 62. Follow all signs to Telluride and after 23 miles take a right (south) on Highway 145 at the Telluride turn off, and drive 36 miles over Lizard Head Pass to Rico. This drive takes approximately 6 hours.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Whitewater Rafting

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