Durango West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Animas River Trail
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 lively bars.
Fort Lewis College
Explore the campus of Fort Lewis College during your visit to Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Durango Hot Springs Spa
You can take time to visit Durango Hot Springs Spa during your travels to Trimble.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Top hotels in Durango West
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
"Breakfast was very generous and diverse options."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
"It’s a great location! Nice staff. The building needs updated badly!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
"Nice place great location"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
"Breakfast was limited"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
"Stayed with family for night. Room was clean but outdated. location was great.and good breakfast."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The General Palmer Hotel
"The main Hotel is very nice, however because we booked through Hotels.com our room was in an adjacent property and not in Main hotel. We were the only party not staying in the Main Hotel. Asked staff and was told they do not control the rooms choosen through Hotels.com, if we would have booked directly ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durango West
Animas River District
While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.
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.
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.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River.
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 Animas River.
Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hillcrest Golf Club and Durango Community Recreation Center.
