The General Palmer Hotel

  • The General Palmer Hotel is rated 4 Diamonds by AAA. We specialize in comfort, luxury, and guest services. Located in the Heart of the Historical District of Durango Colorado. Many fine Dining Restaurants are within walking distance, as well as local eateries.

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  • The General Palmer Hotel Video: It’s the little touches that make the General Palmer unique; freshly baked muffins each morning and Teddy Bears on every bed. Rich in history the GENERAL PALMER Hotel offers quiet sitting areas where you might choose to read, relax, after a busy day, or watch as the train arrives back from Silverton. Fresh baked cookies, with coffee and tea service are available for your enjoyment every afternoon. Enjoy our southwestern hospitality with concierge service from a gracious and caring staff available day and night, year around.

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    It’s the little touches that make the General Palmer unique; freshly baked muffins each morning and Teddy Bears on every bed. Rich in history the GENERAL PALMER Hotel offers quiet sitting areas where you might choose to read, relax, after a busy day, or watch as the train arrives back from Silverton. Fresh baked cookies, with coffee and tea service are available for your enjoyment every afternoon. Enjoy our southwestern hospitality with concierge service from a gracious and caring staff available day and night, year around.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    Property Noted For:

    • Small Weddings

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Fax Machine

    Other Amenities:

    • Flat Screen Televisions

    • All rooms have lighted Vanity mirrors

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  • King Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $101.50/$157.50

    Our King Suites have Telephone, Flat Screen TV"s, Luxurious Linens and amenities. Each room is decorated with Antiques and replicas of the Victorian Era. We offer both Turn down service in the evening and Good morning service. Some of our King Suites are located in the original hotel which we refer to as the Palace Wing which does not have an elevator, but we have bellmen on staff to assist with luggage.

    Family Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $157.50/$171.50

    Our Family Suite has 2 Queen Beds and 1 Full bed. Private Bathroom and flat screen Television. We offer Turn down service and good morning service as well. Luxurious amenities including bath robes, hair dryers and make up mirrors. Our family Suite is located in the original hotel which we refer to as the Palace Wing which does not have an elevator, but we have bellmen on staff to assist with luggage.

    Queen Suite with Windows

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $77/$129.50

    Each of our rooms are individually decorated in the Victoria style but include modern amenities. Luxurious linens are used in all of our rooms, these include Bathrobes and our towel selections. Hair dryer, and lighted make up mirrors. Queen bed and private bath!

    Queen Suite w/out Windows

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $73.50/$115.50

    Each of our rooms are individually decorated in the Victoria style but include modern amenities. Luxurious linens are used in all of our rooms, these include Bathrobes and our towel selections. Hair dryer, and lighted make up mirrors. Queen bed and private bath!

    2 Full Beds

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $94.50/$143.50

    Each of our rooms are individually decorated in the Victoria style but include modern amenities. Luxurious linens are used in all of our rooms, these include Bathrobes and our towel selections. Hair dryer, and lighted make up mirrors. 2 full beds and private bath!

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:00 pm    Check out: 12 noon

    • Cancellations: We ask that we be given 7 days notice

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Yes

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • AAA Discount
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • AARP Discount
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • Destination Coupons
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental

    • Time Served: 6:00 am - 10:am

    • Serving location: breakfast room, but can be, delivered to room after 8:00 am, Breakfast Room


    Special meal options


    Additional food services

    • Afternoon Coffee and Tea,

    • with fresh baked cookies

  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Mountains


    City

    • Directions to property:
      The General Palmer is located on the corner of College Ave and Main Ave.


    Airport

    • Grand Junction, CO (GJT-Walker Field)

    • Directions to property:
      Durango does have a local Airport located 20 minutes from town. From the Airport take Highway 172 North to Highway 160. Turn left onto Highway 160 at the signal. Continue on Highway 160 until you come to College Ave, approx. 15 minutes. Turn right onto College Ave. and turn right into our Breeze Way and Parking lot.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    A step back in time

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    The General Palmer was the perfect place to stay in Durango. The room was large and very pleasant; the location perfect. I highly recommend it.


    Terrific Stay!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Recently my extended family, my husband and I (6 in all), spent 4 days in Durango at the General Palmer. It was my elderly Mother’s birthday weekend, and several of her first cousins came to town to join in the celebration. We had two separate rooms, and I can’t say enough good things about our stay, it was definitely a 5-star experience. The hotel is one of the oldest in Durango, is located right on main street, so anytime we wanted to go out to eat, shopping, etc. it was just a short walk away. Unless we had to go out of town for something, we left the car parked (free parking) and walked wherever we went. The hotel itself is very well maintained, exquisitely appointed and beautifully furnished with antiques, period wallpaper, etc. The entire hotel was sparkling clean and the elevator worked very well and was a godsend for us. The rooms were very comfortable whether we were sleeping or visiting. The continental breakfast was awesome, there was a great variety of food and there was always plenty of everything. We enjoyed meeting downstairs for breakfast each day, lounging and talking for a while before starting our day. The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, greeting us each time we entered the hotel, and assisting us whenever we needed help. My mother uses a walker and they always were ready to help her get where she needed to go. The General Palmer is very well managed and was a great experience at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend staying there when visiting Durango! We’ll be back!


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