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If you’re looking for an “Old West” experience, then you’re going to love visiting and staying at The Western Hotel and Spa in Ouray, Colorado. This hotel first opened in 1891 and it has had many ups and downs over the years. Most recently, it was completely renovated between 2020 and 2023. It’s back open now, and it’s an incredible experience. We know you are going to love everything about this hotel, and Ouray is a wonderful place for a getaway. Read on to learn more about this special accommodation.

The Western Hotel & Spa is an icon in Ouray. It only recently reopened, but it's been an institution in this small mountain town for close to 200 years.
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Today, The Western offers 16 well-appointed suites, plus attractive indoor and outdoor common spaces, a general store, an Old West saloon, and a restaurant.
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The spa is currently underway as of November 2023, and will be open soon.
It feels like The Western has always been in Ouray, though. It kind of has. Prospectors first arrived in Ouray in 1875. The town was incorporated in 1884.
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The Western was built in 1891. This picture is from the 1940s.
Here's another old picture from a bit later.
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Stepping into The Western is like stepping into The Old West, but with a modern flair.
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This front desk welcomes you when you walk into the lobby. The staff can't wait to serve you.

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The rooms are comfortable and spacious and every one is a bit different from the others.
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You'll also find fantastic bathtubs like this one in most rooms.
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This is the perfect place for a mountain getaway.
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The saloon is the perfect place to relax with a drink and to reflect on the area and building's incredible past.
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If these walls could talk, right?
The food served at The Western Hotel and Spa is top notch.
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There's even seating at the Chef's Counter if you want to watch the talented Chef Nic prepare your meal while he tells you about the fresh and tasty ingredients he's including.
This hotel is very special. It's the perfect place to go if you really want to experience some time in the Old West.
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The Western Hotel and Spa in Ouray, Colorado is not like anywhere else. You’re going to love staying there while you visit Ouray! Plan a visit today. You can book The Western Hotel and Spa on Hotels.com – do so right now!

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The Western Hotel and Spa, 210 7th Ave, Ouray, CO 81427, USA