Strater Catering Events - Durango

We've had the good fortune to travel extensively and time and time again we comment on nothing beats the Strater. Why? The building, the people, the food, the music, the town....they all combine to make the Strater and excellent place to stay. The staff is so super friendly it almost seems surreal. Congratulations Strater....we will be back again.

This restaurant embodies a rich sense of history and offers plenty to discover. The rooms are each named after significant figures from the town's past, giving it a nostalgic 'old Western' vibe. The saloon is the perfect spot to enjoy live music every night, and the food is satisfyingly hearty. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making for a truly enjoyable dining experience.

We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at the Strater Hotel, located in the historic center of Durango. The hotel has a charming character that makes it a unique and interesting place to stay. Our room was comfortable and decorated in the style of the hotel. We had dinner in the saloon, where the food was delicious and live entertainment added to the ambiance. Although breakfast was not offered at the hotel, we found a good option at the nearby Lone Spur cafe. The hotel provided passes for their parking lots, allowing us to leave our car there while we took a winter steam train trip (highly recommended and conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from the hotel). We would definitely recommend staying at the Strater Hotel when visiting Durango.

This hotel is full of history and charm! The rooms are a bit small, but the large closet was a big help for storing our luggage. There is plenty of hot water and on-site restaurants, although breakfast options are not available at the hotel. Albertsons Groceries is within walking distance, and there is a fantastic small Ramen restaurant in the parking lot that you shouldn't miss. The hotel is conveniently located near the train station for the Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway, just a couple of blocks away. Be prepared to hear the trains in the morning, but we enjoyed watching them pass by. There are also restaurants within walking distance, our favorites being Lone Spur Cafe, Grassland Burgers, and the Ramen restaurant at Albertsons Grocery Store.

The strater hotel in durango is right on the main street almost center of town. We 4 adults) decided to stay here for several reasons. first , we wanted to be close to the train for our next day adventure. second, we wanted an authentic historic hotel experience, and this place delivered that and then some. third, there were alot of good reviews here on trip advisor with helpful and useful information that we were interested in. We learned from prior reviews here , that parking was limited so when we pulled up, we parked right out front and unloaded our luggage. after checking in we got a parking pass to use the lot behind the hotel and used that. That is where the car sat for the next two days as everything we wanted to do and see was just a short walk away from the hotel. Including restaurants, shops, the train, and more. The hotel itself i could have not been happier with. I loved our room #108 right on the first floor just past the reception area. We had a false front door looking like an old time shop, that was sooooo cool . our double queen room was very spacious with a full bath, closet space and sofa w/chairs and table. We opted to spend a little more money to get one of the hotels better rooms that did not have any of issues that other posters were saying negative things about. the room was super clean, beds were comfy, got a good night sleep each night we were here. the extended areas of the hotel were a joy to explore. walking the hallways seeing the names of the famous people on some of the doors. the sitting rooms with the stained glass, antique furniture, and the decorative lighting. The upscale restaurant was nice to see and look at but we did not eat there. The diamond lills bar/grill has that old west saloon look to it. it was very crowded when we were there, so we ordered a couple of appetizers to go and had them in our room. was above average but not great) I was able to get some good pictures in the morning when no one was there. The hotel has a small elevator, enough for 2 regular size people or one person and a large suitcase. the ice machine is on the first floor just down the hallway. The hot tub is past the ice maker on the left and down just o few stairs on the left. you will need to make an appointment to reserve time for you to use it) there is no charge its just a covid thing. Simply put dont miss out on this experience, the hot tub is no ordinary chain style tub. its very nice up to 4 people, has a private bath you can change in , and best of all because of the reservation, you have it all to yourself. The staff was wonderful everywhere and everyday we were there. Always greeted us with a smile and asked how we were doing and if they could help with anything. On our last day , the front desk lady forget her name) was so kind to offer us a tour of the ballroom and pointed out some of the hotels hidden gems. what a wonderful treat) i never knew president kennedy was here. On our 6 day vacation in colorado , this was our favorite hotel of them all. five stars all the way. great job to all of you........