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Strater Hotel

3.5 of 5
699 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Phoenix AZ
Top Contributor
95 reviews 95 reviews
57 hotel reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
161 helpful votes 161 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I knew we wanted to stay in downtown Durango, and relied upon Trip Advisor ~ voila! We spent a delightful 3 nights at the Strater! Our room was gigantic, and had a front-of-the-hotel view of Main Street. We booked a queen-queen, and it literally was like two rooms together! Perfect for our family of four! Breakfast was a nice touch... More

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Berthoud
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

This hotel is inviting and grand, and it has kept its historical character while adding a reasonable range of modern amenities. Excellent maintenance. The location cannot be beat. You can walk to a wide range of galleries, restaurants and shops within a couple of blocks. The staff is really superior. As someone who has lived in Colorado for many years,... More

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Dayton, Ohio
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Good location in the middle of town, staff courteous, very good breakfast, classy décor of good-old western movies. Our room on the 4th floor was cold despite the warm temp outside probably because of the old and high ceiling. Parking is across the street. We didn't have problem crossing the busy street. But some customs may need extra butler help... More

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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63 reviews 63 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

.... this would be their love child. My opinions about this hotel are mixed. First, it is a charming building with a perfect location downtown. The lobby, which is historic and appealing, has been maintained just the same as it was when I visited 40 years ago and multiple times between, The staff was top-notch in every respect. The real... More

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newbury
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31 reviews 31 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Love these sorts of hotels... So rich in lore and history.... Always down town so just park yourself in this great little town and enjoy everything from great restaurants to quaint little boutiques.... Or do as I did...... just enjoy the hotel, the great staff, the well appointed rooms, and there in house restaurant and saloon..... Look no further when... More

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Ashover
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Very comfortable hotel with lots of history and charm. Bedrooms very comfortable, whilst not being terribly spacious. The bars are welcoming and the menus are varied to suite all. Watch out for the bar maids in their traditional clothing. As for breakfast the continental menu is the most generous I have experienced maintaining excellent quality. Do try the breakfast soup.... More

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Wrightwood, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

OK, lets be honest. You don't stay at the Strater for huge rooms with a modern bath and a mini bar. Anyone who marks it down for being what it is, should not be staying here. You stay at the Strater because you love histric boutique hotels, because you love the look and ambiance of antique furniture that is yes,... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Stayed 2 nights and have nothing bad to say about the Strater, but also struggle to find anything outstanding to mention. The reason you stay here is all the history - late 19th century, Louis L'Amour, and so on. Location is great, downtown near shopping and restaurants. And the room (#422) was spacious, clean, and quite comfortable. However, the age... More

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Evergreen, Colorado
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Stayed here a number of times and will stay again while in Durango. Historic hotel, very comfortable. The rooms are spacious and decorated with early 20th century decor. The hotel restaurant and bar are great as well.

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St George
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5 hotel reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

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Additional Information about Strater Hotel

Address: 699 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
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Region: United States > Colorado > Durango
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Durango
#3 Family Hotels in Durango
#6 Business Hotels in Durango
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Steeped in history as Durango’s most prominent downtown landmark, the Historic Strater Hotel delivers world-class accommodations and hospitality. The Strater features 93 spectacular Victorian rooms, each filled with beautiful authentic walnut antiques and period wallpapers. Within the hotel, guests can enjoy the beautiful historic lobby and lounges, conference rooms, and three unique dining establishments. The Historic Strater Hotel puts you as close as you can get to many local attractions including the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Henry Strater Theatre, the Durango Melodrama & Vaudeville, and the historic Main Avenue shopping district. ... more   less 
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