Hotels in Telluride

Manitou Lodge 2 surprised us with a perfect 10 kind of stay: simple, spotless and very practical for skiing Telluride. Free private parking on site and dedicated ski storage took care of logistics. Our room had a private bathroom with free toiletries, a fridge, a tea and coffee maker and a hairdryer, plus free WiFi and streaming for evenings in. Nothing fancy, but everything we needed and well looked after.

Manitou Lodge 3 was exactly the kind of easy base we like for a ski trip: clean, comfortable and with no hassle. Dedicated ski storage and free private parking on site meant mornings ran smoothly. The room had a private bathroom with free toiletries, a fridge for drinks and snacks, a tea and coffee maker and a hairdryer. Free WiFi and streaming kept evenings relaxed after full days skiing Telluride.

Bear Creek Lodge 301C earned its perfect 10 from us. After skiing Telluride, the heated pool, sauna and hot tub were the ideal recovery, and we treated ourselves to a massage one afternoon. One of us kept up workouts in the fitness room. The room had a private bathroom, free WiFi and a tea and coffee maker for slow mornings. On a mild evening we even used the barbecue area. Relaxing, well kept and great value.

Element 52 earned its perfect 10 from our family. Our self-catering apartment had mountain views and plenty of space, so we cooked relaxed breakfasts before heading out. Getting to the ski lifts was easy, and the ski storage meant no wet gear inside. After skiing, the spa and wellness centre was the perfect reset, and one of us used the fitness centre. Luxurious yet practical for a family ski week in Telluride.

Lumiere by Dunton offers ski-in, ski-out access to Telluride, and gliding back to the door at the end of the day felt like pure luxury. Our room had modern decor under wood-beam ceilings, warm and stylish at once. After skiing, the outdoor hot tub and sauna were our favourite ritual, and one of us used the fitness centre. Dinners on site were excellent, and the fireplace lounge was perfect for a nightcap. A stay to remember.

Dunton Town House Hotel is a small, historic five-star inn, so I would suggest it to families with older children who are comfortable in a quieter setting. The games room and shared kitchen are useful for snacks and downtime, and some rooms have fireplaces. Bathrooms have walk-in showers and bathrobes, and mountain views come with the terrace and balcony. Private check-in suits late arrivals after the drive to Telluride.

Inn at Lost Creek's ski-to-door access made our Telluride week effortless: skis on outside, and back at the door for lunch if the kids were tired. Our family room had a balcony and a kitchenette for snacks and breakfasts. Hiring equipment on site saved a trip on day one, and the shuttle helped on non-ski days. After skiing, the sauna, hot tub and spa were our routine, and one of us used the fitness facilities.

Two blocks from the ski resort, the New Sheridan Hotel keeps the walk to the lifts short for families staying in downtown Telluride. Ski storage handles the gear, and rooms have flat-screen TVs. The steak restaurant makes dinner simple after skiing, and parents can book time in the spa. The rooftop bar has mountain views, so I would see it as a better fit for families with older children who like a historic town centre.

I would book The Hotel Telluride for a family that wants an easy base without a car, since the free shuttle runs to town and to the ski gondola. Rooms have gas fireplaces and a seating area, which suits quiet evenings with children. After skiing, the hot tub and spa take care of tired legs, the restaurant and bar save a trip out, and ski storage keeps boots and skis out of the room.

Manitou Lodge 8 put us in the heart of Telluride, close to restaurants and shops, with a comfortable room and free WiFi. The on-site private parking was a relief in a busy town, and dedicated ski storage made it easy to head out to the slopes each morning and come back without dragging gear upstairs. A straightforward, well-located base for skiers who want to be central without paying for extras they do not need.

Manitou Lodge 6 gave us a comfortable, practical room for a Telluride ski week. The free on-site parking and ski storage made coming and going with gear simple. Inside we had a private bathroom with free toiletries, a fridge, a tea and coffee maker and a hairdryer, plus free WiFi and streaming for relaxed evenings. It is not a full-service hotel, but for skiers who want a tidy, sensible base it works very well.

Blue Collar Boutique gave us ski-to-door access in Telluride at a more manageable price. Our aparthotel unit had a living room, a kitchen and its own private entrance, which suited our family well. After skiing, the pool with a view, sauna and hot tub were the main attraction, and one of us used the fitness room. With a restaurant, bar and pool bar on site, we rarely needed to go out. Practical and fun.

We stayed in Manitou Lodge 11 for a simple ski week in Telluride, and it did exactly what we needed. Parking was free and right on site, so unloading skis was quick, and the ski storage kept the room tidy. The room had its own bathroom, a fridge, a tea and coffee maker, a hairdryer and a TV with streaming for lazy evenings after long days on the mountain. Reliable WiFi too. Straightforward and good value.

A walk of less than five minutes to the Telluride Gondola Station is what makes The Victorian Inn practical for families: no shuttle to wait for with children and skis. Rooms have a seating area, a refrigerator for snacks and free WiFi. The hot tub is there after skiing, and the sauna runs in the winter months. I would see it as a simple, well-placed base, with 350 reviews averaging 7.4.

Manitou Lodge 10 was a practical, no-fuss base for skiing Telluride. Free on-site private parking made arriving with gear easy, and the ski storage kept boots and skis out of the room. Our room had a private bathroom, a fridge for snacks, a tea and coffee maker, a hairdryer and a TV with streaming, so quiet evenings were easy. The free WiFi was reliable. Simple, functional and well suited to a ski trip.

Telluride Studio was a cosy, practical base, and the fireplace made evenings feel properly mountain-like. The location is handy for local attractions and the gondola, so we did not need the car much. After skiing we used the sauna and hot tub, and one of us kept fit in the fitness centre. The outdoor pool is a bonus in the warmer season, when the area is also great for cycling. Simple, comfortable and well placed.