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The Rochester Hotel

Polished rooms with Wi-Fi at The Rochester Hotel in historic Durango. Enjoy a walled garden, lobby bar, and close access to Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

726 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO 81301, United States View on map
9.8/10
Exceptional Based on 421 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Business center Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

The Rochester Hotel

Elegant downtown hotel praised for its friendly service, quiet and comfortable rooms, and an excellent on-site cocktail bar.

Guests often praise

  • Attentive, friendly, and accommodating staff who go the extra mile.
  • Clean, comfortable, and well-appointed rooms with spacious bathrooms and quality linens.
  • The on-site Peeples Bar, noted for craft cocktails and a cozy atmosphere.
  • Quiet rooms despite central location, enabling restful stays.
  • High-quality breakfast offerings including pastries and exceptional coffee.

Worth knowing

  • Pet-friendly accommodations are thoughtfully managed, maintaining cleanliness and comfort.
  • Limited electric vehicle charging stations require compatible adapters and cautious use to avoid circuit breakers.
  • Rooms facing the street remain peaceful but may have some ambient urban noise for sensitive guests.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a charming, historic hotel in downtown Durango close to major attractions.
  • LGBTQ+ guests looking for a welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • Guests who appreciate a quality bar and lounge space on-site.
  • Visitors with pets who want pet-friendly amenities without sacrificing comfort.
  • Those valuing a quiet stay near popular local sights and activities.
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About this property

Welcome to The Rochester Hotel

Located in the heart of historic Downtown Durango, The Rochester Hotel offers polished and well-appointed rooms featuring modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and comfortable king-size beds. Guests appreciate the quiet interiors despite the central location, and many praise the generous room layouts that include conveniences like full refrigerators with freezers.

This refined hotel includes a charming walled garden and a lobby lounge with a bar known as The Peeples Bar, which has received high marks for its craft cocktails and attentive service. The property is LGBTQ+ friendly and welcomes travelers looking for a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere.

Convenience is a strong point, with check-in at 3 PM and check-out at 11 AM, and the hotel serves as a great base for exploring nearby attractions. Notably, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and its museum are just a short walk away, while outdoor enthusiasts will find trails and the skiing at Purgatory Resort within easy reach by car. Several nearby airports offer accessible transport options.

Guest reviews commonly highlight the friendly and responsive staff, the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, and the welcoming bar and lounge area. Pet owners also note the hotel's thoughtful approach to accommodating pets, ensuring a clean and comfortable stay. Overall, the hotel suits travelers seeking a quiet, comfortable stay with convenient access to Durango’s main attractions and a touch of local character.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MM
Morgan M Apr 10, 2026
10

The Rochester was everything we needed. The staff was super friendly, made us feel right at home. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the bed was like sleeping on a cloud. The bar was perfect for happy hour or a night cap and breakfast was lovely. We can't wait to return! Thank you for making our first trip so memorable!!!

RF
Ron F. Mar 18, 2026
10

Great spot to stay in Durango. Super kind staff, nice historic building with quaint but very clean and comfortable rooms (very nice linens, etc). Two destination car chargers (non-Tesla drivers, bring an adapter and note, set your vehicle to pull no more than 32amps or you risk tripping a breaker) -- that worked great and had us charged up for our roadtrip the next day. Can't recommend this place enough, we'll definitely stay there anytime we're in the area in the future.

EP
Eddie Portoghese Mar 14, 2026
10

A wonderful little place to hang your hat for a night or two. The rooms are cozy and well appointed. Large bathrooms are a plus. King size bed was very comfortable. Great service throughout and the Peeples bar is a must. Craft cocktails were divine to ring in the Xmas cheer. We had a pet-friendly room off the courtyard- super convenient. And everything in Durango is a ten minute drive or less.

LG
Lewis Groswald Feb 02, 2026
10

Super charming hotel with well designed and spacious rooms (hello ceiling fan!) and one of the best bars in town, Peeples. Dedicated and responsive staff were super attentive. The location is perfect in the heart of downtown Durango, but even though our room faced the street, it was perfectly quiet inside. Would stay again.

RH
Renate Holt Dec 31, 2025
10

This hotel is an exceptional property offering an outstanding guest experience. Its prime location provides convenient walking access to nearly all major attractions, including the train station. The guest rooms are well-appointed and thoughtfully designed, offering an ideal amount of space. The inclusion of a full refrigerator with a freezer was a particularly appreciated amenity. The bed was very comfortable and accompanied by an ample selection of pillows, contributing to a restful stay. Despite the room facing the street, noise levels were minimal, ensuring a quiet and relaxing environment. The on-site Peeples Bar was an excellent feature, featuring attentive and skilled bartenders as well as a comfortable lounge area. Breakfast offerings, particularly the pastries, were of exceptional quality. The coffee also stood out, with my husband noting it was the best he has ever had. Overall, this hotel exceeded expectations in comfort, amenities, and service, and is highly recommended.

BA
Beatriz Avila Dec 29, 2025
10

Love love love this hotel. It is beautiful inside and out. Especially love how pet friendly it is. The rooms are clean and felt extra clean for a pet friendly hotel. This is a hotel that definitely understands the importance of being a pet parent. Not just a pet owner. The staff was super nice and friendly. The breakfast was great. We enjoyed relaxing in the lounge while enjoying our drinks. Everything was superb. Will definitely stay here again.

CM
Carrie Monroe Dec 27, 2025
10

My daughter & I had a nice stay at The Rochester Hotel. The customer service was outstanding & our room very clean. Eli was very friendly & helpful with any questions I had. Once I left, I realized I had left an item in my room. Olivia looked for it & mailed it to me. Thank you Olivia! I love your sweet & kind personality. I highly recommend this hotel!

BO
Beth Ozment Dec 25, 2025
10

We had a wonderful stay at the small and quaint hotel. The design is charming and the staff are very friendly. It’s so nice to have a glass of wine in the bar/lounge area.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Rochester Hotel

Durango, Colorado, USA

Set in historic Downtown, this elegant hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum, 27 miles from the skiing at Purgatory Resort and less than a mile from the US-160.

  • Main Ave. & 9th St. 5 min Walk
  • College Dr. & Main Ave. 4 min Walk
  • Main Ave. & 7th St. 3 min Walk
  • Durango-La Plata County Airport 23 min Car
  • Cortez Municipal Airport 58 min Car
  • Four Corners Regional Airport 1 hr 2 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Colorado. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 7,551 reviews

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301, United States

4.8 · Historical Landmark
D&SNG Museum 318 reviews

D&SNG Museum

479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301

4.9 · Museum
Durango Trails 11 reviews

Durango Trails

Durango, CO 81302, United States

4.7 · Non-profit Organization
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