Where to stay in Telluride
Stay in the town of Telluride to walk to Lift 7 or Lift 8 and the free gondola, in Mountain Village for ski-in/ski-out, or in Ridgway or Montrose for lower prices about an hour or more away.
- Fly into
- TEX
- Pass
- Epic Pass
- Base elevation
- 8,725 ft
- Snow next 7 days
- 0.0"
Best areas to stay near Telluride
Town of Telluride
$$$Short walk to a lift · Best for: a historic mining town with restaurants and bars
The free gondola and in-town lifts get you on the mountain without a car.
See places to stay in Town of Telluride ↗Mountain Village
$$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: ski-in/ski-out and families
A car-free village on the mountain with slopeside hotels and condos, linked to town by the free gondola.
See places to stay in Mountain Village ↗Ridgway and Montrose
$$Drive to the lifts · Best for: saving money on a longer trip
Ridgway is about 45 minutes away and Montrose about 90. Montrose has the larger airport (MTJ).
See places to stay in Ridgway and Montrose ↗Telluride lodging areas compared
| Area | Getting to the lifts | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Telluride | Short walk to a lift | $$$ | A historic mining town with restaurants and bars |
| Mountain Village | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$$ | Ski-in/ski-out and families |
| Ridgway and Montrose | Drive to the lifts | $$ | Saving money on a longer trip |
Map of hotels and rentals near Telluride
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Or search places to stay now ↗Tips for booking a Telluride trip
- Holidays sell out first. Christmas week, MLK and Presidents' Day weekends, and spring break fill slopeside lodging months ahead. Other weeks often have deals close in.
- Book refundable, then watch the snow. Hold a room you can cancel, then check the Telluride snow forecast a week out. The best time to ski Telluride page shows which months are usually snowiest.
- Know what "ski-in/ski-out" means. Some listings are a long walk or a shuttle from the lifts. Read what ski-in/ski-out really means before paying extra.
- Traveling with kids? Stay close to ski school drop-off. See the family ski trip guide and the free ski trip planner.
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Where to stay in Telluride: FAQ
Where should I stay in Telluride?
Stay in the town of Telluride to walk to Lift 7 or Lift 8 and the free gondola, in Mountain Village for ski-in/ski-out, or in Ridgway or Montrose for lower prices about an hour or more away.
Is there ski-in/ski-out lodging at Telluride?
Yes. For lodging at or steps from the lifts, look in Mountain Village. Expect to pay the most for these areas, especially over holidays.
Where is the cheapest place to stay near Telluride?
Ridgway and Montrose is usually the lowest-cost area: Ridgway is about 45 minutes away and Montrose about 90. Montrose has the larger airport (MTJ).
What airport do you fly into for Telluride?
The closest major airport to Telluride is Telluride Regional (TEX). Snow Way lists it as the nearest airport with regular flights.
When should I book lodging for Telluride?
Book Christmas to New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, Presidents' Day weekend, and spring break months ahead, since slopeside lodging sells out first. For other weeks, refundable bookings let you hold a room and still move your trip toward the best snow forecast.
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Cost tiers are relative within Telluride, not quoted prices. Bus and shuttle routes can change by season, so confirm lift access with your lodging before you book.