Telluride Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Brett Schreckengost/Telluride Ski Resort
Enjoy a vacation full of action and adventure at any time of year on the mountains of a popular ski resort in southwest Colorado.

Pack your cold weather gear for the tall slopes of the Telluride Ski Resort. Here you can ski and snowboard over more than 2,000 acres (809 hectares) of skiable terrain, with runs for all abilities. Even if you’re not a skier, you will find plenty to see and do at any time of year.

Strap on your skis and enjoy the resort’s numerous downhill slopes or ski along cross-country trails on the valley floor. Participate in other cold-weather activities away from the ski runs. Go ice climbing up Bridal Veil Falls, a 365-foot-tall (111-meter) frozen waterfall. Snowmobile along miles of groomed trails or travel through the mountainous terrain on a sleigh ride. Take the children to Firecracker Hill for sledding. For ice skating, go to the large ice rink at Telluride Town Park.

Stay in the town of Telluride, where you’ll find Victorian-era homes, boutiques and restaurants. Alternatively, make Mountain Village your base. It is located at an elevation of 9,500 feet (2,896 meters) and can be reached via the Telluride Gondola. This is a free 13-minute cable car ride.

Telluride’s snow season starts at the end of November and concludes at the beginning of April. The area is also popular throughout spring and summer for its outdoor activities. Hike or bike mountain trails, embark on a difficult four-wheel-drive off-road tour to the ghost town of Tomboy or ride the rapids of the Colorado River. Go fly fishing on the San Miguel River and swing your clubs at Telluride’s mountain resort golf club.

Reach Telluride by flying into Montrose or Telluride regional airports. Then take a shuttle service, taxi or rental car to your accommodation. Although you can get around by rental car, both Telluride and Mountain Village are pedestrian friendly once you arrive. Many visitors use the cable car to travel between the two. You can also make use of the free Galloping Goose bus service to experience the awesome scenery.

Where to stay in Telluride

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Timber Ridge

While there might not be top attractions in Timber Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mountain Village Gondola Station and Telluride Ski Resort.

Timber Ridge
The Victorian Inn
The Victorian Inn
3.5 out of 5
401 W Pacific Ave, Telluride, CO
The price is AU$237 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$237
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Telluride. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Just the continental breakfast gone in 2 hours and they don’t refill, front desk staff not really friendly, clieaning ladies very nice, sheets a little dirty"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

The Victorian Inn
The Peaks Resort and Spa
The Peaks Resort and Spa
4 out of 5
136 Country Club Drive, Telluride, CO
Book a stay at this spa resort in Telluride. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"I came here with my son for his fall break. We loved it. The hotel is very close to mountain town and the gondola, so many amazing hikes near by (Maybe a 3 minute walk) The free spa and gym were nice. The staff was very accommodating. My only complaint was that the beds were hard, But I am a little ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

The Peaks Resort and Spa
The Hotel Telluride
The Hotel Telluride
4 out of 5
199 North Cornet Street, P.O. Box 1740, Telluride, CO
The price is AU$391 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$391
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Telluride. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location to walk to Telluride restaurants. The Staff was very friendly and helpful. Indoor parking was fine."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

The Hotel Telluride
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ice House Suites and Condominiums
Ice House Suites and Condominiums
4 out of 5
310 S. Fir St., Telluride, CO
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Telluride. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Telluride Historic District ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2024

Ice House Suites and Condominiums
Hotel Columbia
Hotel Columbia
3 out of 5
301 West San Juan Ave., Telluride, CO
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Telluride. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Telluride Historic District ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"Right by the gondola and within easy walking to downtown Telluride. Definitely try dinner at The Cosmopolitan restaurant."

Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2024

Hotel Columbia
Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge
Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge
4 out of 5
567 Mountain Village Blvd., Telluride, CO
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Telluride. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Telluride Ski Resort and Telluride ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Beautiful Telluride condo
"We loved our condo. The view of the mountains and village below were spectacular! We will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2024

Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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