Stay Where Ouray Happens

Riverfront cabins, hotel rooms, RV sites, great food, and unforgettable mountain adventures in the heart of Ouray.

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Where Mountain Mornings Begin.

Your Basecamp for Everything Ouray Has to Offer

Ouray Riverside Resort is where mountain mornings begin, Jeep adventures start, and evenings end beside the river. Stay in a cozy cabin, explore the San Juans, and discover why generations of travelers return to Ouray year after year.

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Stay Your Way

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Deluxe Cabins

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Hotel Rooms & Suites

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RV Sites

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Rustic Cabins

The Best Part of the Day Happens Here

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Gather Around the Table.

Some of the best moments of a mountain vacation happen long after the adventure ends. Good food. Great company. Stories shared beneath the peaks of the San Juans. That's what you'll find at The Smokehouse.

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Adventure Starts at Your Doorstep

Stay. Explore. Gather. Repeat

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Jeep Ouray

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Hot Springs

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Waterfalls

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Million Dollar Highway

Planning Your Stay

  • Riverfront cabins, rustic cabins, hotel rooms, hotel suites, and full-service RV sites.

  • Ouray Riverside Resort is a short walk to downtown along the riverwalk trail that borders our property.

  • Yes, during the summer months the Smokehouse is open daily for brunch and Thursday-Saturday for dinner, live music, and patio cocktails under the mountain peaks. Resort guests can simply walk over for dinner or brunch.

  • Yes, Jeep Ouray is located on the property and can rent our Rubicons to explore the mountains around Ouray.

    • Ouray Hot Springs

    • Box Canyon Falls

    • Perimeter Trail

    • Million Dollar Highway

    • Yankee Boy Basin

    • Hiking

    • Ice climbing (seasonal)

    • 1 Hour drive to Telluride

  • Yes, Ouray Riverside Resort offers full hookups for the largest of travel coaches and trailers. No tent camping but dog friendly.

  • Yes, dogs are allowed in our RV Park and in our rustic cabins only. There is plenty of room to explore the Riverwalk Trail that borders our property.

Why Guests Return Year After Year

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.7/5 Average Rating

Thousands of travelers have chosen Ouray Riverside Resort as their basecamp for exploring the San Juan Mountains.

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  • "The perfect basecamp for exploring Ouray." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Our deluxe cabin was wonderful with a full kitchen, a beautiful porch overlooking the river, and easy walking access to town. Every staff member we met was friendly and helpful, and The Smokehouse quickly became one of our favorite places to eat. We'll definitely be back.

  • "Everything you need in one place."⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    We loved staying here. The Jeep rentals, restaurant, laundromat, hot tubs, and riverfront location made everything incredibly convenient. It's the perfect place to begin every day exploring the San Juan Mountains.

  • "Beautiful location on the river." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    The views were incredible, the river was gorgeous, and the entire property felt welcoming. We loved relaxing outside after hiking and appreciated being so close to downtown Ouray and the hot springs.

  • "Recently remodeled and exceptionally clean."⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Our hotel room had a warm mountain feel, plenty of fresh towels, and excellent customer service. The fire pit, complimentary s'mores, river walk, and easy access to downtown made our stay unforgettable.

  • "Rustic cabins done right." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    We stayed in one of the rustic cabins and couldn't have been happier. The cabin was cozy, the shared bathhouse was spotless, and sitting on the porch listening to the river each evening was the highlight of our trip.

  • "Outstanding staff." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Every employee we encountered went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely cared about making our vacation memorable.

  • "The Smokehouse was an unexpected bonus."⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    The food was outstanding and it was wonderful having such a great restaurant right on the property. After a full day in the mountains, being able to walk to dinner was hard to beat.

Your Ouray Story Starts Here.

Whether you're planning a weekend escape, a family vacation, or your next mountain adventure, Ouray Riverside Resort is your basecamp for unforgettable moments in the heart of the San Juan Mountains.

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