Animas River District Travel Guide

Durango

A lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and mountains.
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A steam locomotive pulling yellow passenger cars through a mountainous area with rocky terrain and dense forests.
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Stay near popular Animas River District attractions

Animas River Trail

9.4/5 (375 reviews)
You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

฿558
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

฿558
per traveller
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Views ~ Half Day

La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Views ~ Half Day

฿4,238
per adult
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Views ~ Half Day
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Top hotels in Animas River District

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio Durango CO
The price is ฿9,185 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿9,185
฿10,531 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice location by the river. Rooms with balconies were very nice and spacious."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1111 Camino Del Rio Durango CO
The price is ฿7,443 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿7,443
฿8,700 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (725 reviews)
"Great property in a great location! Get the river view if you can."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango

2.5 out of 5
455 S Camino Del Rio Durango CO
The price is ฿5,676 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,676
฿6,507 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Boundary Hotel By Terra Vi Durango

Boundary Hotel By Terra Vi Durango

2.5 out of 5
3030 Main Ave Durango CO
The price is ฿6,278 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿6,278
฿7,198 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"Great place quite and modern design that view from the window was disappointing but highly recommend relaxing spot door dash and chill spot"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Boundary Hotel By Terra Vi Durango
Historic Strater Hotel

Historic Strater Hotel

3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave Durango CO
The price is ฿7,480 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿7,480
฿9,233 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
"Beautiful historic hotel with amazing staff! Shoutout to Jericho and Kelly for being so helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Historic Strater Hotel
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
21636 Highway 160 West Durango CO
The price is ฿6,355 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿6,355
฿7,286 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Overall the property was satisfactory."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
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Where to stay in Animas River District

Find the best Animas River District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Historic Downtown Durango

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.

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Columbine Lake

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbine Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.

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North Main District

If you're spending some time in North Main District, Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are top sights worth seeing.

Durango West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Durango West and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Ski Hesperus.

Sky Ridge

While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Durango Community Recreation Center.

Animas River District Travel Guide