Nestled in a scenic valley of the San Juan National Forest, this luxe resort features rustic log cabins and inviting hot spring pools for the ultimate getaway.
"Transforms an abandoned mining town in southwestern Colorado into a sanctuary with restored cabins, saloon, and hot springs." - Alexis Benveniste
"What’s to love: How does an old mining town in the Colorado Rockies evolve into an incredibly special luxury destination? The answer lies in the water—the hot springs, to be more specific. Capitalizing on the region’s natural resource, Dunton Hot Springs is a collection of kitted-out log cabins surrounded by a half-dozen different hot springs. Once you’ve had your geothermal fix, take advantage of the library and the newly redesigned Saloon with cozy private dining spaces, as well as the expansive wilderness, which is ideal for hiking and horseback riding. Also plan for relaxation time at Dunton’s fabulous spa, where treatments incorporate Amala’s natural skincare line. Romance factor: Book the three-night Mountain Romance package for the ultimate stay. The offer includes all meals and beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), Champagne upon arrival, two 75-minute spa treatments, and one half-day, privately guided activity for two. Consider adding on the lodge’s Sleigh Ride & Dine experience, which involves a sunset horse-drawn carriage ride to Dunton River Camp, where you’ll be treated to an intimate dinner for two in a 19th-century farmhouse, followed by a bonfire and cocktails under the stars. Get there: About two hours from Cortez Municipal Airport by car; seven hours from Denver" - Paul Rubio
"There is something perennially romantic about mountain towns in the winter when their quaint streets, open fields, and jagged peaks are blanketed with the whitest of snow. Yet it's Telluride that tops the list of must-visits: nestled in a box canyon, the former mining town is surrounded by mountains on almost all sides. The result? Vistas that will stun you with their grandeur. For couples who like to hit the slopes, stay at the Madeline, which provides ski-in, ski-out access—as well as luxurious lodgings adorned in a warm brown-and-cream color scheme. (An added bonus? Some of the hotel’s residential units are available on Airbnb.) Otherwise, Dunton Hot Springs—a former ghost town about an hour outside of Telluride—is perfect for those seeking a romantic respite." - Gia Yetikyel, Elise Taylor
"Dunton Hot Springs is part of theMICHELIN Guide hotel selection. It's almost insulting to describe it as being just a hotel. Set in isolated southwestern Colorado, an hour's drive from the closest town, this is a place that took the bones and buildings of an old mining town — abandoned over a hundred years ago — and used them as the foundation for a luxury resort, all without letting the old-West spirit of the place evaporate into kitschy superficialities." - Mitchell Friedman
"Dunton Hot Springs is part of the MICHELIN Guide hotel selection. Set in isolated southwestern Colorado, it is a luxury resort created from an old mining town. The place preserves the old-West spirit while offering contemporary cuisine, a spa and yoga studio, luxury accommodation, and a transcendent bathhouse pool." - Mitchell Friedman
