Title: Visit Animas River District: 2026 Animas River District, Durango Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Animas River District](https://expedia.com/Animas-River-District-Hotels.d943620140019572736.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Durango](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Durango](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Animas River District](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Animas-River-District.d943620140019572736.Car-Rental-Guide)[Animas River District Vacations](https://expedia.com/Animas-River-District.d943620140019572736.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Animas River District, CO ## Durango ![Autumn sunrise at Crystal Lake - Million Dollar Highway - Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943620140019572736/7819161a-35cf-4ba6-8f81-a6b5d79d58ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Animas River District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180048/2b844f90-4ba6-4c03-ae2c-13e23c16b103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Animas River District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180048/3a8e2db7-bb8b-4206-9794-73d37a1bd930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Animas River District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180048/de640ba8-a133-49ca-a92a-0c3589d0e7db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Animas River District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Durango Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Durango.dx180048) --- ### Popular places to visit ![A trip up the Animas River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/677788951725146112/881ae161-da25-4b7d-af20-f2a0521ee03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Animas-River-Trail-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d677788951725146112.Vacation-Attraction) ![Purgatory Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180686/42a1b062-e4f9-4030-8ad0-c8f810a257dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Purgatory-Resort-Durango.d6180686.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic steam engine train in Colorado, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129846/6c84daf9-3707-44c1-b82b-2e834220b82a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-And-Silverton-Narrow-Gauge-Railroad-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6129846.Vacation-Attraction) ![A trip up the Animas River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/677788951725146112/881ae161-da25-4b7d-af20-f2a0521ee03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Animas-River-Trail-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d677788951725146112.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Powerhouse You can browse the exhibits at The Powerhouse, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/The-Powerhouse-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6301558.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fort Lewis College Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Fort Lewis College during your stay in Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Fort-Lewis-College-Durango.d6129840.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Million Dollar Highway Self-Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5103862/c9cc8edf-d54c-408e-b1c7-b96532cd1f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour $17 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/million-dollar-highway-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a5103862.activity-details) ![Mesa Verde Express Tour With Tickets to Cliff Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47824993/a920cf4f-5801-43d9-b5d5-717a83feac2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durango \~ Mesa Verde Express Tour & Cliff Palace Ticket $179 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/durango-mesa-verde-express-tour-cliff-palace-ticket.a47824993.activity-details) ![Mesa Verde National Park Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3207549/24f08ad3-2e0f-4321-8021-ee96a4e2eaf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mesa Verde National Park Half Day Tour $165 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mesa-verde-national-park-half-day-tour.a3207549.activity-details) ![Kayaks on the Animas River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/716842/b27cb6c7-caf2-47e3-96f9-7abdecdfe193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durango Kayaking - Quarter Day Trip $76 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/durango-kayaking-quarter-day-trip.a716842.activity-details) ![Cliff Palace - Mesa Verde's Largest Site](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45897256/b5f830b3-9e26-41ec-80be-75dea5ef4486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mesa Verde Highlights Tour $169 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mesa-verde-highlights-tour.a45897256.activity-details) ![River Tubing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2473066/1e48bcc6-dafd-46d7-aa13-c0f10869c803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### River Tubing Tour $35 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/river-tubing-tour.a2473066.activity-details) [See all activities in Durango](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Durango.d180048.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Animas River District Hotel Deals ![DoubleTree by Hilton Durango](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23705/7e87a9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Durango 501 Camino Del Rio Durango CO $128 nightly $147 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Everything wad great Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=23705&PinnedHotelID=23705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=943620140019572736) ![Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48990200/48990188/f167624d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG 1111 Camino Del Rio Durango CO $105 nightly $120 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews) Most comfortable bed on the whole trip, breakfast was great Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=48990188&PinnedHotelID=48990188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=943620140019572736) ![Comfort Inn & Suites Durango](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64200/64125/e209ca78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Durango 455 S Camino Del Rio Durango CO $80 nightly $92 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,302 reviews) Clean nice rooms, breakfast was good, nice friendly employees. Good place to stay for the money. Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=64125&PinnedHotelID=64125&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=943620140019572736) ![Historic Strater Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/170700/170668/7d4156b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Historic Strater Hotel 699 Main Ave Durango CO $166 nightly $191 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,108 reviews) I very much enjoyed my stay. Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=170668&PinnedHotelID=170668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=943620140019572736) ![Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5540000/5532900/5532836/5da1b732_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG 21636 Highway 160 West Durango CO $96 nightly $110 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) The customer service was fantastic, very professional,helpful And so kind definitely will come back Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=5532836&PinnedHotelID=5532836&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=943620140019572736) ![Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/500/461/6dad8240_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn 400 E 2nd Ave Durango CO $117 nightly $134 total Apr 9 - Apr 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) The pool and hot tub in the atrium create a lot of noise. The air conditioner sounded like a jet engine. This hotel is a bit dated, but ok overall. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Animas River District hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06)[Apr 5 - Apr 6](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07)[Apr 6 - Apr 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026)[Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=943620140019572736&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026) --- ### Other neighborhoods around Animas River District ![Durango - Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301476/1667cc67-dd5f-43be-9d8d-4be01ac8f31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Durango 5/5(31 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-Historic-Downtown-Durango.dx6301476) ![Durango and Silverton train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/901432693898952704/b0c2f177-2e38-4423-81c7-b84c6ab0191c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Main District While visiting North Main District, you might make a stop by sights like Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-North-Main-District.dx901432693898952704) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sky Ridge Sky Ridge might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-Purgatory-Sky-Ridge.dx553248635976473262) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Turtle Lake When in Turtle Lake, you can plan a visit to Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-Purgatory-Turtle-Lake.dx553248635976472920) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Durango West When in Durango West, you can plan a visit to San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Ski Hesperus, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Durango-Durango-West.dx553248635976481359) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edgemont Ranch Edgemont Ranch might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas Mountain Trailhead are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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