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The Rochester Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers can unwind with a drink at the cozy bar after exploring the historic charm of downtown Durango, just steps from this distinctive hotel.

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The Rochester Hotel blends historic character with modern comforts in Downtown Durango. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, in-room WiFi, and can relax in the garden or bar after sightseeing. The staff consistently earns praise for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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1 King Bedroom | City view

1 King Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 266 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • 294 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Downtown Durango, a neighborhood in Durango, The Rochester Hotel is in a shopping district and near the airport. Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area and Hillcrest Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Perins Peak State Wildlife Area and Animas River Trail. Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and The Powerhouse are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, mountain climbing, and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
726 E 2nd Ave., Durango, CO, 81301

What's nearby

  • Durango Area Tourism Office - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Durango Arts Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Animas River Trail - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort Lewis College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪lone spur cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Steamworks Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Durango Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Derailed Pour House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cairo Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Rochester Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and a bar at The Rochester Hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Cable channels and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 within 24 hours before arrival 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rochester Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rochester Hotel?

As of Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rochester Hotel on Jan 26, 2026 start from $214.97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rochester Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rochester Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Rochester Hotel located?

Located in Historic Downtown Durango, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Durango Arts Center and Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durango Area Tourism Office and Sorrel Sky Gallery are just steps away. Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Rochester Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 338 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so easy from check in to arrival and check out in the morning. The property is gorgeous and they thought of everything you could possibly need - from glasses of water to a sound machine and top notch bedding and toiletries! Location is also wonderful and it's easy to walk to so many restaurants and shops! This will be our go-to stop anytime we are in Durango!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Morgan Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for us. So convenient to everything in the downtown area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely return. Most accommodating hotel staff that we’ve seen in years. You should have absolutely no hesitancy in staying at this mildly boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felice

Liked: Amenities
Great property fabulous staff! The garden adjacent to the hotel is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great find, very cute boutique hotel in a great location in downtown Durango. The entire staff was wonderful, the bar is not to be missed because of the great bartenders and cocktail options, rooms are very clean and spacious and have everything you need. Would definitely stay here again if we make it back to Durango!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the quiet, comfortable spacious room and the homemade scones for breakfast. The vibe is friendly, The location is great. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

Shehzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and amazing location. Very comfortable beds and clean floor in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bridget

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

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

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

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Cute and Charming location 1 block of Main Street. Highly recommend this place in Downtown Durango.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine

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

Alex

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

Amazing stay, amazing location, amazing staff.

Amazing stay, really perfect hotel, great location, amazing staff. Provided a ton of great recommendations and made our time in Durango special. The coffee and breakfast was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

RALPH

Very Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

It was a wonderful small hotel. The rooms were neat and clean. The bed had a great mattress. We are planning to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property in an excellent location for exploring historic downtown Durango. The hosts take great care to ensure guests are treated well and have an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, quite noisy from room above and no closet or amenities. Expected more for $400 a night in Durango.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rochester is a Gem in the heart of Durango. The staff are amazing and the rooms are awesome in this OG building. Bonus points for The Peeples Bar and downtown vibe, walkability to all downtown Durango Shopping and Dining. Awesome, awesome stay, highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall stay was great! This was the first digital check in that I have ever done and made getting in a breeze. The only complaint would be the limited parking, but the staff made sure to help ensure we found parking. Definitely a unique hotel experience and would recommend to couples of all ages.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish more hotels made it as easy to check in. Bartender is just downstairs and breakfast was simple but amazing. Everything was fresh and local. If you are in Durango, you won’t regret staying at the Rochester.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish

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

Brought Back to Life

Such a cool place. I love to see old buildings brought back to life. The bar and staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Felt like we were staying with friends

Fabulous boutique hotel with modern, clean room. Service was wonderful, personal and friendly. Plush towels, comfortable bedding and upscale toiletries added to the experience. Hospitality included complimentary happy hour and coffee and pastry for breakfast. The location is great too, one block off Main Street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023