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Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and hills.
A modern room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, a blue sofa, and a colorful striped rug.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple balconies and a stone facade.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $250
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

Explore the area

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1111 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO, 81301
  • Place, Animas River Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango Arts Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a mirror above it, and a towel rack with multiple towels.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a mirror above it, and a towel rack with multiple towels.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a modern chair, a bed, and a framed abstract art piece on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and a small wooden stool.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 594 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

A hotel room with a large window, a chair, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG

Hotel in Historic Downtown Durango
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and a meeting room.
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG offers 91 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG features an indoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This hotel offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 5.00 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 746 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 746 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 746 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 746 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 746 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean rooms, good breakfast. Centrally located to downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is what makes this place.itvwas amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most comfortable bed on the whole trip, breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was very easy . My favorite was the patio with an amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in a very convenient location. Staff was very helpful at the front desk, easy check in. I’ve stayed here before and appreciate the full breakfast, riverside tables, and it’s very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kuuipo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel! Clean, comfortable bed, good breakfast, helpful staff & good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Pleasant stay. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Our room had a view of the river. We could walk to town for restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

WALTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast selection but uncomfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and convenient location. Courteous staff and quaint river view and access to local park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants, wine bars and shops on Main Avenue.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for access to all, extremely nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful, loved the breakfast and the view
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Willice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the river and sound of the water over the rapids was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and river views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location (walking distance to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad depot), very nice staff, clean room (ours had a nice view of the river), really good breakfast selections and nice dining area with view of the river. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here at least once a year. Such a nice place. Sometimes the wife and I do staycation’s here. Love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new hotel. Room was clean, beds were comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful especially navigating where to go in town. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fine. The staff was not overly welcoming but efficient at least. They checked me in and took care of the business.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great breakfast options, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast, beautiful and clean room, friendly staff. Only complaint is the parking garage is not easy to get into or park in. Definitely would stay again. Beautiful location on river too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026