The Durango train offers a Valentine’s package with a day trip to beautiful Cascade Canyon, then back to Durango for dinner at the Strater Hotel.ĭuring spring through autumn the train takes you to the darling wild west town of Silverton, then back to Durango in time to walk the downtown and stop in for a romantic dinner … ROMANTIC DINING Book a cabin or bungalow in Mancos, Colorado (a 30-minute drive from downtown Durango - East on Hwy 160) THE DURANGO TRAINĬontinually voted one of the most spectacular train rides in the world, take a trip through the majestic mountains with your sweetie. Willowtail Springs B&B, an artist’s colony and nature preserve. Catch the sunset while soaking in the gazebo hot tub, then enjoy a gourmet three-course breakfast the next morning. Enjoy the privacy, gorgeous views of the San Juan Mountains, the ranch’s Harvest Grill, shopping in the market for fresh eggs and cheeses, and be sure to ask about stocking your refrigerator with organic goodies from their working ranch.Īntler’s on the Creek B&B, located in a cozy canyon only 10 minutes from downtown Durango (East on Hwy 160). Have appetizers and drinks on the nearby Palace Restaurant patio and watch the trains arrive in late afternoon.Ī Place at James Ranch is a cozy, unique house in the picturesque Animas Valley. General Palmer, an 1898 Victorian hotel right next to the famous Durango train depot. Take a spin around the neighborhood on a complimentary bicycle, have drinks in the bar, or relax and snuggle on a bench in the secret garden. Book a room facing Main Avenue, or ask for room 222 where western novelist Louis L’Amour stayed. The Strater Hotel(pictured) is an 1887 romantic Victorian landmark in the historic downtown and holds a special place in our hearts because it was the hotel we stayed at when we first discovered Durango. Here you have some of our very faves, from a local’s perspective … ROMANTIC PLACES TO STAY
This charming town we call home offers so much, we had a difficult time narrowing down the list of romantic places we recommend to people planning a love-y weekend getaway, who also seek out unique art venues. We meet honeymoon couples here all the time. It is also a romantic place to fall in love, get married or honeymoon. When people hear ‘Durango, Colorado’ they most likely think of a beautiful mountain town with wild west history, skiing, hiking, world class cycling, river rafting and kayaking, a place where Olympians train, and loads of other outdoor activities.