--- title: Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River slug: holiday-inn-express-durango-by-ihg type: hotel sub_type: hotels source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/holiday-inn-express-durango-by-ihg city: Durango state: CO country: US address: 1111 Camino Del Rio geo: lat: 37.27632 lng: -107.88224 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T19:23:26.094Z price_from: amount: 268.34 currency: USD unit: per_night availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 781 scale: 5 room_rates: - name: Standard Room with Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking price: 323 regular_price: 343 savings: 20 --- ## Overview Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River offers easy access to Durango’s best attractions with free breakfast, an indoor pool, pet-friendly rooms, and scenic river views—all within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and outdoor adventures along the Animas River. ## What's Included - Complimentary Express Start™ Breakfast each morning with hot and cold options - Indoor heated pool - Modern fitness center open 24 hours - Complimentary high-speed WiFi - In-room coffee/tea maker - Secure underground and limited surface parking for registered guests ($5/night fee) - Pet-friendly rooms (limited availability) ## What's Not Included - Pet fee of $25 per night - Parking fee of $5 per vehicle, per night - Service fee collected by the hotel upon arrival ## Room Rates - **Standard Room with Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking** — $323.00/night (regularly $343.00/night, save $20.00) ## Good to Know * The minimum check-in age is 21. * Pet-friendly rooms are subject to fees and availability. * Parking is available for registered guests only, with secured underground and limited surface spaces. * Located along the Animas River with direct access to the River Walk Trail. * Complimentary breakfast is served daily. * Indoor heated pool and modern fitness center. * Within walking distance to downtown Durango shops and dining. * Just 0.7 miles from the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. * Short drive to Mesa Verde National Park and Purgatory Resort. * A service fee is added in your cart and collected by the hotel upon arrival. * Rooms equipped with microwave, mini-refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and well-lit workspace. * Reservation holder must show photo ID and credit card upon check-in. * Accessible accommodations and parking available; contact the hotel for specific accessible needs. * Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM. ## Cancellation Policy All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ## FAQs ### Where is Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River located? The hotel sits along the Animas River in downtown Durango, just few blocks from Main Avenue restaurants and attractions. ### Does the hotel offer free breakfast? Yes, guests enjoy the complimentary Express Start™ Breakfast each morning with hot and cold options. ### Is parking available? Parking at the hotel is available for registered guests only, with secured underground parking and limited surface spaces. A $5 fee per vehicle, per night applies. Controlled access ensures added security. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### Are pets allowed? The hotel allows only dogs and cats, with a pet fee of $25 per night. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### Does the hotel have a pool? Yes, guests can relax in the indoor heated pool year-round. ### What are the check-in and check-out times? Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### How close is the hotel to Durango’s attractions? The hotel is within walking distance to the Durango & Silverton Railroad and a short drive from Mesa Verde National Park and Purgatory Mountain. ### Is WiFi included? Yes, complimentary high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. ### Does the hotel offer a fitness center? Yes, there’s a 24-hour fitness facility equipped with modern cardio and weight machines. ### What accessible features does the hotel offer? The hotel offers accessible accommodations with grab bars, tall toilets, portable bathtub seats, handheld showers, built-in transfer shower seats, handrails, safety bars, and accessible bathroom controls. Accessible parking includes 4 designated spaces, van-accessible self-parking, flat terrain between parking and entrance, curb cuts, and wheelchair-accessible street parking. Please contact the hotel for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements. ### What is the minimum age to check in? The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. ### Is there a resort fee or any other mandatory charges? Yes. The hotel charges a service fee which is collected directly at the hotel upon arrival.