We just returned from a one-night stay at the Ouray Chalet Inn in Ouray, Colorado.
We were pleasantly surprised by what we found. We're used to staying in "chain" motels like Fairfield Inn and Holiday Inn Express. But this little motel was right in the center of this quaint mountain town. And for $55 a night (we printed out a coupon from the town's website), it was a great deal!
The same family has run this motel for 30 years. They have updated the rooms in modern decor and amenities. The room we stayed in on the top floor (2 beds) was clean and comfortable and quiet. The family members are really friendly and helpful with local trip activities and restaurant suggestions.
We looked at the other two "chain" motels in town--a Best Western was one. They catered to a large tourbus crowd teaming with kids. The OURAY CHALET INN is smaller, friendlier and cleaner than the other motels around. It's also AAA rated 3 stars.













