Lodging in Silverton, Colorado
Silverton Lodging on Historic Blair Street
A small, newly renovated 1905 building turned clean, comfortable rooms — steps from every bar, restaurant, and shop in downtown Silverton.
What Kind of Lodge Is This
Straightforward Silverton Lodging, Not a Resort
Kendall Mountain Lodge occupies a building that went up in 1905, right on Historic Blair Street, one block over from Greene Street. It's not a resort. There are four room types inside. Rates are priced for what the rooms are, not for a view you won't get in 200 square feet.
Every room has new Eurotop Serta mattresses, 400-count sheets, and a private full bathroom. Silverton lodging doesn't have to mean a chain hotel off the highway — ours is a short walk from all the bars, restaurants, and shops Silverton has to offer.
Book direct through our site and you'll save up to 15% compared to third-party booking sites — the same rooms, the same beds, just a better rate with no markup from a booking middleman.
Honest Expectations
What "Lodge" Means Here
Ask the obvious question before you book: how big are the rooms? Honestly, they're small — most run under roughly 200 square feet, and we price them with that in mind. You're not paying resort rates for resort square footage. You're paying lodge rates for a clean, warm bed in the middle of town.
Because the building dates to 1905, there are steps at both entry doors, and most rooms sit on the main floor. If mobility is a concern, call (970) 844-6465 before you book and we'll walk you through exactly what to expect.
One more thing worth knowing upfront: some rooms come with a mini fridge and microwave, and some don't. If that matters for your trip, ask when you call, or check the room details before booking.
Rooms are available year-round, whether you're here chasing fall color, winter turns, or summer in the San Juans. Call ahead if you're planning a shoulder-season trip and want to confirm what's open.
Rooms & Suite
Four Room Types, One Historic Building
Four room types, and they're easy to tell apart. One queen bed. Two twins — that room has no windows, worth knowing before you book it. Two queens, for a family or a couple of couples traveling together. And upstairs, the Kendall Suite: a king bed, a living room, a full kitchen, enough space that one guest, Christine, called it "basically a one-bedroom apartment." She wasn't exaggerating.
Every standard room includes free WiFi, a Smart TV, a tea and coffee maker, a full private bathroom, 400-count sheets, and fresh cotton towels for every stay. Up to 3 rooms can be booked online — call (970) 844-6465 if your group needs more than that, or if the dates you want show no availability.
The building is old. The rooms don't feel it — newly renovated, with modern finishes throughout. Clean, modern, comfortable: that's the idea.
Pet, smoking, and cancellation details are on our Policies & FAQ page.
Location
Walk to Everything on Blair Street
We're at 1025 Blair Street, Silverton, CO 81433 — one block over from Greene Street, in the part of town locals still call Notorious Blair Street. Back in the gold rush years it was lined with saloons, gambling halls, and worse. Today it's lined with the restaurants, bars, and shops that make up most of downtown Silverton.
There's diagonal parking in front of the building and along Blair Street — no garage, no shuttle. From our door it's a short walk to the Narrow Gauge train depot, Greene Street's shops, and the trailheads leading into the San Juan Mountains.
Need a basecamp for something bigger than a walk downtown? Silverton Mountain, Molas Pass, and the 4x4 roads into the San Juans are all nearby.
Visiting Silverton in Winter
Snow arrives early and stays late. Silverton picks up about 175 inches in an average year, and winter rewrites the plan: the full train ride stops, the highway can close, and the skiing gets serious. We're open through all of it, so here is how we'd plan around it.
Is Silverton Mountain the right ski trip for you?
Only if you ski expert terrain. Silverton Mountain is lift-served, backcountry-style skiing with no groomed runs and no beginner slopes. For the 2026-27 season, guided skiing runs December 31 through April 11, Thursday to Sunday (plus Presidents' Day). Unguided skiing, no reservation needed, runs March 17 through April 11. Everyone carries a beacon, shovel, and probe. The base is under seven miles up Highway 110 from town, and parking is tight, so carpool. Confirm dates at silvertonmountain.com before you book anything.
Does the train run to Silverton in winter?
No. The full Durango to Silverton ride runs May through October. In winter, the train makes a 26-mile trip from Durango to Cascade Canyon and back, on select dates from late November into spring. It never reaches Silverton, so plan on driving. The calendar lives at durangotrain.com.
What is there to do besides skiing?
More than you would guess. Groomed cross-country trails run in and around town, including a river trail of up to 10 miles toward Howardsville and Eureka. The Silverton Snowmobile Club grooms multi-use trails off US-550, with access at Molas Lake. And on Presidents' Day weekend, a horse pulls a skier down Silverton's downtown streets at 35 mph or more. That's skijoring. Check the town's events calendar for the year's dates. Our town guide lists more.
How do you drive to Silverton in winter?
On US-550, with the forecast open. Ophir Pass Road is closed all winter, so skip it. From Durango you cross Coal Bank Pass (10,640 feet) and Molas Pass (10,910 feet). From Ouray you climb Red Mountain Pass (11,018 feet) on the Million Dollar Highway, where avalanches can close the road for a while. Check COtrip.org before you leave, and add time to the drive.
Winter details last checked October 12, 2026.
Winter FAQ
Winter Travel Questions
Do I need four-wheel drive to reach Silverton in winter?
Not every day. When a storm hits, CDOT can activate its traction law on any state highway. Then you need an AWD or 4WD vehicle with mud-and-snow or winter tires and at least 3/16-inch of tread, or chains. In a severe storm, a chain law can require chains on every vehicle. COtrip.org shows what is active.
What if the highway closes while I'm on my way?
Call the front desk at (970) 844-6465. The line is reachable 24 hours, and the desk at the Triangle Motel, 848 Greene Street, is staffed from 7 AM to 9 PM. Check-in is there, not at the Blair Street building. Cancellation terms are on our Policies & FAQ page.
Where can beginners and kids ski in Silverton?
Start with Kendall Mountain Ski Area, a small family hill right in town. It offers skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and tubing. It relies on natural snow, so opening dates follow the weather. Check skikendall.com for this winter's schedule. The outdoor ice rink is free, dawn to dusk, weather permitting.
Good to Know Before You Book
The practical details, upfront.
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Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in is 3:30 PM and check-out is 10:30 AM, both handled at our sister property, the Triangle Motel, 848 Greene Street. The front desk is staffed 7 AM to 9 PM, and reachable by phone 24 hours: (970) 844-6465.
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Pets Welcome
Yes, pets are welcome — $20 per room, per night. Clean up after your pet, and keep it attended at all times; we can't be responsible for a pet left alone in the room.
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Smoke-Free Rooms
Smoke-free, every room. Light up inside and it's a $100 smoking fee — so step outside if you need a cigarette.
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Quiet Hours
Quiet hours run from midnight to 6 AM. Excessive noise or disturbance can mean eviction without a refund, so keep it down for your neighbors.
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Cancellations
Cancel 72 hours or more before arrival and you'll get a refund minus a $25 per-room fee. Cancel inside 72 hours and the reservation is non-refundable. Call ahead and we'll give you a cancellation number.
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Book Direct & Save
Booking through our own website saves up to 15% over third-party sites, with up to 3 rooms bookable online. Certain times of the year we don't offer online reservations — call (970) 844-6465 and we'll check directly.
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
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Super easy, clean, and newly renovated. This lodge has smaller, single rooms avail for rent inside Historic Silverton, CO on Blair St. Parking is directly out front and some rooms come with mini fridge and microwave. This is a great place to stay.
John Savitt
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Loved the Kendall suite — so much room, it was perfect for us the whole week. The bed was better than any hotels we stayed at. It is basically a 1 bedroom apartment. If we were to ever come back it would only be this room and hotel.
Christine Greybuffalo
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