The Rochester Hotel

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
1 King Bedroom
Front of property
View from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
726 E 2nd Ave., Durango, CO, 81301
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Animas River Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Fort Lewis College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bedroom

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Durango

A stay at The Rochester Hotel places you in the heart of Durango, within a 10-minute walk of Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Durango Arts Center. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Henry Strater Theater and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Durango Area Tourism Office.

What's nearby

  • Henry Strater Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Animas River Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fort Lewis College - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 5 min walk
  • Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Moro Spirits & Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fired Up Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Rochester Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The Rochester Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Durango hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include ski storage, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1892
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; 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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Leland House
Leland House & Rochester Hotel
Leland House & Rochester Hotel Durango
Leland House Rochester
Leland House Rochester Durango
Rochester House
Rochester Hotel Durango
Leland House Rochester Hotel Durango
The Rochester Hotel Hotel
The Rochester Hotel Durango
The Rochester Hotel Hotel Durango
The Rochester Hotel Leland House Durango

The Rochester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 295 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

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

Cannot wait to stay again!

I absolutely loved my stay at the Rochester Hotel in Durango. The charm of the property, the warm and welcoming staff, and the overall comfort made it an unforgettable experience. The hotel has such a unique character—it’s stylish, cozy, and perfectly maintained. What really stood out to me was how pet-friendly they are. Traveling with my dogs can be hit or miss, but the Rochester made it seamless. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the outdoor areas were perfect for a quick walk. The location is also unbeatable—just a short stroll to restaurants, shops, and trails, but tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. From check-in to check-out, everything was smooth, and every team member I encountered was helpful and kind. Highly recommend this gem in Durango. I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly warm and welcoming! The hotel is stunning, the rooms gorgeous, and the amenities luxurious. Ideal location just off of Main Ave, great vibes in the courtyard garden bar. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, rooms were very clean and comfortable. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Telluride

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully renovated. Very comfortable room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great property and very accommodating staff. Only complaint is the coffee in the room was instant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Albuquerque

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stevie and her coworker were very helpful and pleasant. I’m definitely staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

bridget

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

ADORABLE FIND!

This is the cutest quaint little gem in Durango. The family friendly feel, cleanliness and little bar are amazing! Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Seager

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty small rooms for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmett

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamín

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Freer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff! Beautiful rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine, Eight Mile Plains

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice to stay in an intimate, cosy hotel instead of the bland chains. High quality linens, warm friendly service, everything we needed and nothing we didn't. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was fabulous in every way! It was small and cozy which was nice not having the chain hotel feel. The texting checking feature was great and the host was extremely responsive. They even came by our room as we were arriving to ask if we were getting in ok. The rooms were SO clean and beautifully designed. The bar gives you one free drink a night which we enjoyed in the cute courtyard with twinkle lights. The area is also great and within walking distance of many restaurants, shops, and the Durango train station. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024