Dunton Town House

Style

Little house on the Prair-ski

Setting

Right by the Rockies

With great powder comes great responsibility, and Dunton Town House rises to the challenge admirably: set in snowy Telluride, this cosy inn is just the place for ski-worn Smiths to hang up their salopettes, kick back with a coffee and snuggle up in quaint, Tyrolean-style rooms. Dunton feels more like your own chalet than a hotel and, while it may be pared-back, its traditional, friendly charm more than makes up for five-star facilities.

Facilities

Rooms

Five, including one suite.

Checkout

11am. Earliest check-in, 3pm. Both are flexible, subject to availability.

More Details

Rates include a buffet breakfast of home-made granola, yoghurt, freshly-baked pastries and bread, plus cheese and cold cuts.

Also

The communal living room and library is a comfortable spot into which you’ll long to sink after a day’s mountain exploration: a padded chesterfield sofa and tartan throw-strewn armchairs sit around a cool coffee table (a collection of wooden letters making up the word ‘Dunton’), facing a large TV and stacks of books to borrow.

Free Internet Access

Pet Friendly

At the Hotel

Living room, breakfast room (with free fridge supplies including cold cuts and milk, plus tea and coffee), free WiFi. In rooms: Nespresso coffee-maker, Susanne Kaufmann toiletries.

Our Favourite Rooms

As a nod to the hotel’s Tyrolean heritage, all the rooms have Austrian names. We’re particularly fond of Mankei, named after the local marmots which scurry around the mountains: dark-wood floors are strewn with furry rugs, and a separate entrance and small deck make it ideal for Smiths who prefer a little privacy. Alternatively, go for Hirsch – German for ‘deer’ – which has the best views of the Ajax Peak and Bridal Veil Falls.

Spa

There's no spa as such, but the hotel does offer some in-room treatments.

Packing Tips

Make room for your warmest woolies (and plenty of ski kit) in the winter months: Colorado temperatures dip well below freezing. In June and July, you’ll want jeans and sturdy hiking boots for exploring the many mountain trails.

Also

Innkeeper Gareth is your first port of call for any questions: he’s a mine of information when it comes to ski gear, restaurant recommendations and what to see nearby.

Children

Little ones are welcome, though there aren’t any baby monitors, toys, prams or other extras to borrow. With this in mind, we’d recommend it more for older Smiths. Baby cots can be added to all rooms free of charge.

Gallery

Food & Drink

Top Table

All the tables are cosy and perfect for a mountain breakfast; we’d bag one facing the window to enjoy the quaint street views.

Dress Code

Ski gear, if you’re heading straight to the slopes, and classic country cowboy garb in the summer months – jeans, well-worn boots and a cotton shirt.

Hotel Restaurant

The cosy breakfast room is small but sweetly decorated; benches covered in burlap sacks sit opposite cushion-covered wooden chairs, and polished-bronze pendant lamps hang above white tables. Every morning, take your pick from freshly-made pastries and local cold cuts. If you find yourself peckish outside dining hours, the fridge and coffee-making kit is free for guests to use all day long (you’ll be thankful for a steaming cup of Joe come après ski).

Last Orders

Rise and shine for breakfast between 7.30am and 9.30am.

Planes

Telluride Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel, which can organise transfers from US$50 each way. Alternatively, jet into Montrose, which is better served by international airlines but further away from the hotel. From here, it’s a three-hour drive to Telluride and the hotel can organise transfers from US$690 each way.

Automobiles

Hire a car from the airport if you’d like to explore the area more widely in summer. In winter, however, it’s a different story: snow-packed mountain paths are dangerous to navigate if you’re not familiar with the roads, so stick to hotel transfers and taxis where you can.

Worth Getting Out of Bed For

You probably already know what Telluride’s famous for, but you might not be aware that Dunton is pretty much as close as you can get to the action (without actually being on the slopes). The free gondola lift is a two-minute walk away, and will take you to the little town of Mountain Village – aptly named, as it’s your jumping-off point for all things piste-related: ski lifts, ski schools, mountain passes and kit rental. When the season’s over, there’s still plenty to do back down in Telluride. The summer months boast film and music festivals virtually weekly, with the top ticket being the annual Telluride Bluegrass Festival in June. Warmer climes are also the ideal time to visit the magnificent Bridal Veil Falls and go horse-riding, fly-fishing and rock-climbing. For a truly special evening all year round, book a trip to the Aldasoro Ranch, where you’ll be taken by sleigh (or wagon, if it’s the summer) to a three-course dinner.

Earn or Redeem Points with World of Hyatt

This Mr & Mrs Smith hotel participates in the World of Hyatt loyalty program. As a member, you can earn and redeem points and enjoy exclusive benefits for qualifying nights. .