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Year Built - 1887           Year Remodeled - 2000

Additional Property Description -
  Built in 1887, the historic Strater Hotel (Historic Hotel of
  America Founding Member) is one of the Wests iconic hotels
  and a prominent downtown Durango landmark. We are located a
  block and a half north of the Durango &amp; Silverton Narrow
  Gauge Railroad, one hour from Mesa Verde National Park, two
  hours from the Four Corners Monument, and deep in the heart
  of the rugged San Juan Mountains and the San Juan Scenic
  Skyway. The Strater Hotel is adorned with beautiful
  handcrafted woodwork, period wallpaper, and the largest
  collection of American Victorian walnut antiques which are
  used to decorate the hotel and guestrooms.The Strater is
  owned by Ross Garrett and family. We invite you to experience
  the best of the Old West and an iconic Durango, Colorado
  hotel.

Historic Strater Hotel

Overlooking the Animas River and within walking distance of the Durango &amp; Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, this hotel is located in the San Juan Mountains and offers 2 on-site restaurants. Guests will also enjoy the hotel's indoor swimming pool and the state-of-the-art fitness center. After working in the 24-hour business center, guests can use the free wireless internet access in their guestroom. Animas River Grille at the Durango Doubletree serves seafood and steaks and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also try grilled specialties at the hotel's seasonal Abinas River Beer Garden.

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area is located in Durango, a 2-minute walk from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum and 200 yards from The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The hotel provides an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the hotel have a mountain view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Durango Hot Springs is 9.3 miles from Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area, while Pinkerton Hot Springs is 14 miles away. Durango-La Plata County Airport is 13 miles from the property.

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Durango Downtown Area

Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Durango offers accommodations in Durango. This hotel features a fitness center and on-site laundry facilities. Guest rooms at Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Durango include a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. There are dry cleaning services at the property.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Durango

Travel

Purgatory provides transportation to and from the ceremony and reception venues on the day of the celebration, which makes everything easy and stress-free!

Renting a car from Enterprise is your best bet. Their customer service is reliable, and their vehicles are consistently clean, comfortable, and affordable. This allows for an easier trip as other transportation options, including Uber and Lyft, are hard to come by.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Renting from National is a great choice since their cars are usually newer, nicer, and have lower mileage, which makes for a smoother and more comfortable trip.

National Car Rental

Buckhorn Limo is another option if you prefer not to rent a car, and depending on your plans, it can sometimes be a more cost-effective alternative to renting!

Buck Horn Limousine, Co

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Activities

Durango has so much to explore. One of the most popular activities is the Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, which takes you on a beautiful scenic ride through the mountains. It is a favorite for visitors and a great way to enjoy the area if you have extra time before or after the celebration!

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

If you are looking for something relaxing, the Durango Hot Springs is a great choice. The views are beautiful, and the pools are perfect for unwinding before or after the celebration. It is one of the most popular spots in the area and an easy activity for all ages!

Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Mesa Verde National Park is a great option if you want to explore something unique and close by! It is about a forty-five-minute drive from Durango and is known for its ancient cliff dwellings and beautiful views! It is a popular and memorable place to visit while you are here.

Mesa Verde National Park

Restaurants

If you enjoy wine tasting, Four Leaves Winery is one of our favorites! It is a charming spot right in downtown Durango where you can relax, sample their wines, and enjoy a fun, easy outing during your trip. We highly recommend trying the Blackberry Merlot!

Four Leaves Winery

Steamworks Brewing is a popular choice in Durango! It offers classic American food along with great beer, making it an easy and fun place to grab a meal while you are in town.

Steamworks Brewing Company

Ska Brewing is a great choice for beer lovers! Their beers are known around the country, and the brewery has a fun, laid-back atmosphere with good food and plenty of space to relax during your visit.

Ska Brewing Co

Derailed Pour House is the bride’s favorite spot in Durango! It offers a diverse menu of food, ation, and a lively atmosphere that makes it a great spot to visit on a fun drink selection on the weekend.

Derailed Pour House

Eolus is a wonderful choice for a nice sit-down dinner. The food is great, the atmosphere is relaxed, and they are known for having the best espresso martinis in town!

Eolus Bar & Dining

Famburger is the couple’s favorite restaurant in town! It is a casual outdoor spot serving the best burgers in Durango, perfect for a quick, relaxed, and delicious meal during your stay.

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