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Blue Lake Ranch

3.5 star property

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The Oak Grove Casita | View from room
The Cottage in the Woods | Garden view
Property grounds
The Cabin on the Lake | Terrace/patio
The Oak Grove Casita | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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16919 Highway 140, Hesperus, CO, 81326
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Durango Arts Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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The Sunrise Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Sunrise Casita

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Sage Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Sage Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Sunset Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Sunset Casita

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Pinon Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Pinon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Mountain View Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Mountain View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Cabin on the Lake | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Cabin on the Lake

  • 1646 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

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The Cottage in the Woods | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Cottage in the Woods

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The River House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The River House

  • 1650 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Oak Grove Casita | Living area | Flat-screen TV

The Oak Grove Casita

  • 1097 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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The La Plata Vista Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

The La Plata Vista Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Cedar Casita | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Cedar Casita

  • 1097 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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The Mesa Verde Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Mesa Verde Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Garden Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Garden Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Blue Lake Ranch

3.5-star Hesperus B&B with free breakfast
Along with a conference center, this bed & breakfast has a business center and conference space. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a computer station, and a library are onsite.
Blue Lake Ranch offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with jetted bathtubs, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and 3 meeting rooms. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Event facilities measuring 1500 square feet (139 square meters) include a conference center. This business-friendly bed & breakfast also offers a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Blue Lake Ranch has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,500 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2013

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours vary seasonally. Winter check-in hours are 3-5 PM; summer hours are 3-6 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of the posted check-in hours must contact the hotel at least 24 hours in advance by email or telephone.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Blue Lake Ranch
Blue Lake Ranch B&B
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hotel Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast Hesperus

Blue Lake Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 184 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The "free breakfast" was not even a continental breakfast. There was fruit/some, cereal, bagels, sandwich meat/cheese, and horrible coffee. The A/C in the room did not keep the room cool in the slightest and the vent was on the floor when I got to it so I propped it to blow what cool air it had into the room. The heater was left on downstairs so this added to the heat when I initially go there. I also was "allowed" to go to the water since there was nobody booked in the cabin by the water, otherwise apparently at Blue Lake Ranch you aren't allowed to go to the water. There is no restaurant within miles so bring food with you if you go, which I do NOT suggest!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Lyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful home and area. Excellent breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donatella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a heads up that this B&B is actually a 25 minute drive outside of Durango. That was definitely an unexpected wrinkle in our plans. They don’t serve breakfast until 8am, and if you are riding the Durango to Silverton Railroad, you have to be AT the train station by 8:30, and that’s after you drive 25 minutes to get there, wait 5-10 minutes in line to get into their all day parking lot, and then walk to the station. That issue caused us to have to skip breakfast altogether. Bummed for sure. Aside from that, the staff was super friendly, the room was spacious and comfortable, and we enjoyed the stay. The only critiques for the room were: 1. The TV was really small and didn’t receive any major network stations. 2. The light above the bathroom vanity was quite dim, although I’ve been told I’m much more attractive in the dark, so maybe the dim lighting was a blessing?! 3. It took 90 seconds or more to get hot water at the shower and/or the bathroom sink.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Newburgh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful place to stay. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed one night with some friends and we were
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

dona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay.The breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was very relaxing and n8ce. The people are friendly. I would like to stay, when I am not working. Beautiful lication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the management was very accommodating. Highly recommend if you in the Durango area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place and so do staff. Will definitely stay here again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleese

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a charming place here in Colorado. It was a lot more than what I expected. Lots of darling cabins cottages, and barn. Houses to stay in. The property is beautiful with lots of areas to rome. Breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea-Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was so lucky to stay in the Sunset cabin. It was very spacious with incredible views of the mountains. This secluded cabin will definitely be on my list for a return visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wowed beyond expectations !!!!!!

Exceptionally wonderful it was beautiful, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcomed the lodge that we stayed in was breathtakingly beautiful We walked to the lake, Every room had a view, very very comfortable and classy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wowed beyond expectations

Exceptionally wonderful it was beautiful, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcomed the lodge that we stayed in was breathtakingly We walked to the lake, Every room had a view, very very comfortable and classy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Garden Room was beautiful with a sense of a country setting. No negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really awesome place. Breakfast was good! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS, JASPER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Clean. Large rooms. Great mountsin views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family stayed here when my niece was married here. I enjoyed our experience so much that I wanted to go back with just my husband and I. It was clean, cozy, quiet and the breakfast was great! Can’t say enough good things about this place.

10/10 Excellent

Smriti

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem of a place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick overnight

Great place in a high desert.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022