Trails out the back door, the free gondola at the gate, and a town full of festivals down below. Tap any card to plan a hike, book dinner at Alloy Kitchen, order room service, or text the front desk — we're here.
Our signature on-site restaurant and bar, set in the Lounge beneath thirty-foot floor-to-ceiling windows over San Sophia Ridge. Sustainable, sourced from Farm Runners, Blue Grouse Bread, Telluride Coffee Roasters, and other local producers. Reserve on OpenTable, order room service through Lodge Dash, or dial ext. 6021 for takeout.
Curated half-day, full-day, and multi-day experiences. Book any of these by texting the front desk — we'll handle gear, transport, and reservations.
Adventure Picnic To-Go
$45 per person · From Alloy Kitchen · Order 24 hours ahead on Toast
Chef-prepared lunch built to travel — packed in a YETI cooler backpack on loan for the day, ready when you head out. Two sandwich choices (Basecamp meat & cheese or Mountaineer veg), sides, and spring water. Pick your pickup time at checkout. Backpack returns to the front desk at the end of the day; a $350 replacement charge applies if not returned.
Mountain bikes · Paddle boards · 4×4 Jeeps · Lodge shuttle to the shop
Our preferred summer rental partner. Mountain Lodge guests save 20% on everything with code 26MTN20 — auto-applied at the link below. We'll shuttle you to and from the Black Tie shop, no driving required.
Disc golf · Paddle boards · RZR off-road · Lodge shuttle to the shop
Our recommended guide outfit and a real partner for summer. Exclusive perks for Mountain Lodge guests, and our shuttle drops you directly at their door:
Disc GolfFree — MLT guests
Paddle Boards10% off
RZR Off-Road10% off
Mention Mountain Lodge when you book. Custom booking link coming soon — for now, text the concierge or call Telluride Outfitters directly.
The only permitted e-bike outfitter in Telluride — they handle the permits so you can ride the trails legally. Also guides for half/full/multi-day hiking, paddleboarding, and custom multi-sport days. Groups of 1–7. They pick you up at the lodge directly — no shuttle needed.
Rainbow and brown trout on the San Miguel, Upper Dolores, or Uncompahgre rivers. Flies included; rod, reel, waders, and boots rental available for $65/day. Box lunches on full-day trips. 2-anglers-per-guide ratio. License required for age 16+.
½ Day · San Miguel / Upper Dolores$435 · $545 · $745
Full Day · San Miguel / Upper Dolores$635 · $745 · $875
Full Day Float · Lower Gunnison$830 · $875
Per-trip pricing for 1 / 2 / 3 anglers. Private water access +$140–$165/rod.
Half day · With Telluride Outside · Open-air safari trucks
Senior guides drive open-air safari-style trucks into the high country. Routes from intermediate (Imogene, Waterfall, Ophir) to extreme (Black Bear Pass — Colorado's most notorious shelf road). About 4 hours door-to-door, 3.5 on trail.
Half day · With Telluride Outside · Class II – III
Splashy intermediate rafting — 9 miles, ~2 hours on water. PFDs, helmets, wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties all provided. Lower River only this season. Family-friendly: kids 6+ and 50 lbs+.
Lower River · per person$135
Trip times8:15 AM · 1:15 PM
2026 season: Late May – mid June only, water-flow dependent. Book early.
A glassy alpine lake 25 minutes south, past Lizard Head Pass. Paddle past the wooden trestle bridge from Butch Cassidy.
Guided Clinic · Telluride Outside$170 / pp · 9 AM
Board Rental · Black Tie20% off · code 26MTN20
Clinic: 3.5 hr door-to-door, 2-person min, board + paddle + PFD + transport included. Memorial Day – September. Rental: lodge shuttle takes you to the Black Tie shop, then self-drive to the lake.
4×4 from Black Tie · Lodge shuttle to the shop · 20% off MLT guests
Drive yourself into the San Juans. Imogene Pass, Ophir Pass, Last Dollar Road, or an easy scenic loop above tree line — bring the kids, pack a picnic, take your time. Ask the concierge which routes fit your group's comfort with shelf roads.
Mountain Lodge guests save 20% with code 26MTN20 — our shuttle takes you to and from the Black Tie shop.
Saddle up into the wildflower meadows above Mountain Village with the area's go-to outfit. Wagon Dinner Rides for the whole group, classic Horseback Trail Rides at every ability level, and multi-day Cowboy Camp / Pack Trips for the bucket-list crowd.
Wagon Dinner RidesFamily-friendly evening rides with dinner
No lodge transport, but Zipcar makes the round trip easy. Pickup at 455 Mountain Village Blvd · Gondola Parking Structure. Concierge can help with reservation links and directions.
In-room massage by appointment, plus sound healing & reiki with a Level III Master. A licensed therapist arrives at your door with linens, oils, and a portable table — you stay put. Massage in partnership with Telluride Spa Concierge — call (970) 708-4650. For sound healing & reiki, text the front desk.
Swedish · Deep Tissue · Sports · Prenatal · Myofascial
Choose your therapist's focus on arrival — five modalities, four durations. All sessions in your suite, table and linens provided.
60 min$215
75 min$265
90 min$320
120 min$430
Aroma Wellness Journey
Signature ritual · 90 min
A full-body experience designed to restore, relax, and renew. Essential oils, warm linens, and our most senior therapists.
90 min$365
Sound Healing & Reiki · Ian Wilson
Level III Reiki Master · Sound Healing Practitioner · Herbalist
1:1 in-suite sessions to drop the nervous system into deep rest. Crystal sound bowls, Chinese gong, tuning forks, chimes, and wave drum — paired with hands-on reiki to clear the bio-energy field. Trained at the Sound Healing Academy; usui shiki ryoho lineage since 2018.
You're at 9,545 ft. Most guests feel it the first 24 hours. Drink twice the water you normally would, ease into the first hike, and skip the second cocktail on arrival day.
Headache or short of breath? The front desk can get you oxygen — just ask. For more serious symptoms, Telluride Medical Center is at (970) 728-3848.
The Main Lodge has the front desk, Alloy Kitchen, pool, fitness, and the spa. Residences are arrayed up the hill — each number maps to a building.
Residence key
1 Palmyra · 5001
2 Silver Glade · 5002
3 Plunge · 5003
4 See Forever · 5004
5 San Joaquin · 5005
6 Apex · 5006
7 Smuggler · 5007
8 Mammoth · 5008
9 Humboldt · 5009
10 Sundance · 5010
11 Village Station · Gondola · Post · Market
Main buildings — Lodge · Prospect Creek (Bldg 2 · rooms 2010–2317) · San Sophia (Bldg 3 · rooms 3006–3221) · Double Cabin (Bldg 4 · rooms 4006–4221)
Map & Orientation
Lodge at 457 Mountain Village Boulevard · 9,545 ft
The lodge sits at the top of the gondola in Mountain Village. The town of Telluride is a free 13-minute gondola ride down the canyon. Pan and zoom — or tap "Open in Maps" for turn-by-turn from your phone.
Cult breakfast burritos and oat lattes. Get there before 9 on a weekend. Walk-in only — no reservations.
The Coffee Cowboy
Coffee, pastries & light breakfast · Telluride town · Two locations
Locally roasted beans, fresh pastries, smoothies, and teas. Two spots in town: The Cart at 300 W San Juan Ave (base of the gondola — handy on your way up) and The General Store at 151 S Willow Street.
Face Down Brown is the move. Pet-friendly patio. Join our Monday Bike & Brewery Tour from the lodge — see Happenings — or ride the gondola down and grab a rideshare the rest of the way.
La Marmotte
Dinner · French · Telluride town
Long-standing French bistro in a brick storefront on Main Street. Onion soup and steak frites done right.
Steakhouse & seafood · 233 W Colorado Ave · Daily 8 AM – 9 PM
An 1895 miners' saloon turned steakhouse — dry-aged USDA prime, seafood flown in daily, plus elk, bison, rabbit, striped bass, oysters, and truffle fries. Brunch 8 – 2, dinner 5:30 – 9. Eat in the dining room, the bar, the Parlor café, or the sidewalk tables. Reservations recommended.
Top of the gondola · Sunset cocktails · Reservation recommended for dinner
Take the gondola to Station St. Sophia at 10,500 ft. The view is the meal — but the bar program is excellent. Reserve for dinner; walk in for sunset cocktails.
A "storytellers tavern" on Pacific Ave with creative cocktails and an Asian-inspired tapas menu — small plates built for sharing. Happy hour daily 4:30 – 6 PM.
Brewpub · 283 S Fir St · Daily 11:30 AM – 9 PM · USA Today's #1 Brewpub
Steps from the base of the gondola in a historic 1892 stone building — female-owned and operated. Bavarian pretzels, specialty brats, an Italian beef sandwich, Alpine mac & cheese, and beers brewed on-site. No reservations; the wait, if any, is short.
Cocktails & dinner · Telluride town · 2026 James Beard semifinalist
A craft cocktail bar and restaurant in a building that's been here since 1886 — originally the Van Atta Dry Goods & Clothing store. Look for the unmarked door off North Pine Street. Recently named a James Beard Award semifinalist for Best New Bar. Reservations recommended on Resy.
Brewpub · 225 S Pine St · Mon – Sat 12 – 8 PM · Closed Sundays
One of Telluride's friendliest bars, with a full New American menu and beers brewed in the downstairs brewery — lagers, Belgian-style ales, and a rotating list of experimental seasonals. Walk-in.
Brown Dog Pizza
Pizza · 110 E Colorado Ave · Daily 11:30 AM – 9 PM · #1 of 47 restaurants on Tripadvisor
The Telluride pizza institution. New York thin crust and square-pan Detroit-style Sicilian — both done right. Subs, burgers, wings, salads, and pasta round out the menu. Family-friendly, walk-in or order ahead at (970) 728-8046.
Italian & Mediterranean · Telluride town · Reservation recommended
Shared plates, fresh seafood, house-made pasta, and a real vegan/vegetarian side — in the reimagined 1900s Telluride National Club building. New to the scene and getting the right kind of noise.
New American · 100 W Colorado Ave · Daily 5 – 10 PM
An "alpine social club" on the west end of Colorado Ave — New American classics with a twist. Sea bass, oysters, crab artichoke cake, mussels, trout, cioppino. Cocktails done seriously. Reservations on Resy.
Heritage Plaza fills with peaches from Palisade, lavender, fresh bread, and the best green chile in the state.
Telluride Historical Museum
10 AM – 5 PM · Tue – Sat
Mining history, Butch Cassidy, and the town's reinvention. A great hour on a rainy afternoon — or any afternoon you're curious how Telluride became Telluride.
Shops & Boutiques
Independent storefronts along historic Colorado Avenue — no chains, every purchase supports a local.
Two Skirts
Women's boutique · 127 W Colorado Ave · Since 2001
A cornerstone of Telluride's fashion scene — curated contemporary women's wear with an eye for what travels well from town to trailhead.
Down to Earth Boutique
Eco-friendly fashion · 236 W Colorado Ave · Since 1995
Sustainable women's clothing and accessories. A long-standing local favorite with a thoughtful, low-impact ethos.
CashmereRED
Cashmere knitwear · East Colorado Ave
Scottish cashmere head to toe — sweaters, shawls, scarves, beanies. Smart investment for high-altitude evenings on the patio.
Hook Telluride
Home goods & gifts · 226 W Colorado Ave · Since 2016
Independently owned gift shop with curated home goods, tasteful souvenirs, and the kind of treasures you'll actually want to bring home.
Independent bookstore · Coffee inside · Since 1974
Telluride's premier independent bookstore — 10,000+ volumes, knowledgeable staff, and a Bruno coffee shop tucked inside. Rainy afternoon perfection.
Crossbow Telluride
Handmade leather & custom hats · W Colorado Ave
Women-owned, every piece made on-site. Custom hats, artisanal leather goods, the kind of one-of-one keepsake you can only get here.
Telluride Toggery
Apparel & footwear · East Colorado Ave · Since 1972
The town's go-to for stylish men's, women's, and kids' apparel, accessories, and footwear. Locally loved for over five decades.
06 — Stay
Your room & the lodge.
Everything you might want to know without having to call us. (But please call us — we like saying hello.)
Valet — Request Your Car
Ready in ~10 minutes at the porte-cochère
Request your car online — enter the valet ticket number on the paper hanger (e.g., ML399) and we'll have it pulled and waiting by the time you walk down.
You can also scan the QR code printed on the back of your valet ticket — it goes to the same place.
Getting around
Lodge Shuttle
Complimentary · Driven by our team · By request
Three Mountain Village stops. Black Tie and Telluride Outfitters are right at Blue Mesa and the Market — both are regular stops, no special request needed. Hop in: no driving, no parking, no rental car. Need groceries? The Mountain Village Market is at Stop 1, three minutes from your room.
Hillside getting to you at 9,500 ft? We'll send a Gator. Pickup at the lobby, drop-off at your door — or up to the pool, the gym, your car at the valet, the gondola, or anywhere on property. Especially welcome after a long day on the trails.
On-property · Complimentary for guests · Ask the valet
We have EV and Tesla Destination charging stations on property. Let the valet know on arrival and they'll park you on a charger. For overnight charging, request it when you hand off your keys.
CostComplimentary
To set upValet · ext. 6001
In your room
Wi-Fi & Streaming
Networkmtnlodgetelluride
PasswordEnter room number or Guest
TVStreaming-capable · channel guide with remote
Tech support(970) 870-1818
TV & Streaming
Flat-screen · Streaming-capable · Cast from your phone
Every suite has a flat-screen TV with cable + streaming apps (Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube TV, ESPN+). Sign in with your own accounts — they sign out automatically at checkout.
Cast from phonePress Home on the remote
Trouble?(970) 870-1818
Channel guide 96 channels
In-Room Conveniences
Coffee & teaRestocked daily
Robes & slippersIn the closet
Yoga matAsk the front desk
Pets at the Lodge
We're pet-friendly · Family is family
Bring your four-legged companion. Pet beds, water bowls, and a list of vetted local sitters are available at the Front Desk on request.
Pet fee$50/day · max $150/week
Max per unit2 pets
Pet stations on-property4 around the property
GondolaPet-friendly rooms available
Not permitted in F&B outlets, fitness center, or pool areas — service animals always welcome. Ask the concierge for pet-friendly hiking trails.
Around the property
Lodge Amenities
Pool & Hot Tub7 AM – 10 PM
Fitness Room24 hr · Lobby level
Steam RoomNext to the Fitness Room
Bike Valet7 AM – 7 PM
Patio FirepitLit at 7 PM
More On-Site
ATMMain lobby · 24/7
Cell phone chargingLobby station
Self-service laundryIn each building · Change machine on-site
Propane grills (rental)$50/day · Includes propane & tools
What's on at the Lodge and around Telluride. Tap a day to see what's happening — or scroll for the full list. Updated weekly by our concierge team.
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09 — Our Lodge
About Mountain Lodge.
The lodge, the team, and how to stay in touch after you leave.
A note from the GM
Welcome to Mountain Village.
Thank you for choosing Mountain Lodge Telluride as your basecamp for adventure, rest, and relaxation. Our goal is to make your stay here among the most memorable of your travels.
Our team is passionate about this place we call home. We've done our best to anticipate every need before your arrival so you can settle in and focus on enjoying all that Telluride has to offer. Locals here are some of the friendliest people you'll ever meet — we encourage you to mix it up with them to find the best restaurants, trails, and hidden gems.
If there is anything we can do to enhance your stay, please do not hesitate to ask. Anything at all.
— Casey Kaut, General Manager
Celebrating Something?
Anniversary · Birthday · Honeymoon · Just because
If you're marking something special on this trip, let us know — we'd love to make a moment for you. A surprise dessert with your name on it, champagne in the room before turndown, a sunset table on the patio, flowers waiting on arrival.
Have a friend or family member planning a Telluride trip? Send them our way — call ahead and we'll make sure they're well looked after. Loyalty rates apply for repeat guests.
Intimate trailside · Grand reception · Full buyout
From a 10-person elopement at the gondola top to a 180-person reception in The Lounge, or a full lodge takeover. Our team handles every detail — catering, accommodations, the alpenglow toast.
Two executive boardrooms (up to 30) plus 3,500 sq ft of poolside outdoor space. Full meeting planning, catering, and AV. We've hosted everything from leadership offsites to multi-generational family reunions.
The questions we hear most. For anything else, ask Milty or text the front desk at (970) 500-0220.
Our team is here for whatever you need —
Day or night, any question, any request.
Your Room & The Lodge
How do I get to my room from the lobby?
The hillside is real at 9,500 ft. Call the Front Desk and we'll send a Gator to pick you up — lobby to your suite, pool back to your room, gym, gondola, valet, anywhere on property. Complimentary, on request, ext. 0 from your room or (970) 369-5000.
What's the Wi-Fi password?
Network: mtnlodgetelluride. Password: enter your room number, or "Guest" (capital G) — either works.
Tech support: (970) 870-1818 if anything's misbehaving.
When is check-in / check-out?
Check-in is 4:00 PM. If your room is ready earlier we'll happily get you in — call ahead the morning of to ask.
Check-out is 11:00 AM. Need a late check-out? Call the Front Desk — we'll accommodate when we can.
Where do I park?
We're valet-only — the lot's tight and the lodge fills up. Hand your keys to the valet on arrival; they'll keep your ticket on file.
To retrieve your car, tap Request Car on the home screen — it opens mountainlodgevalet.com where you enter your valet ticket number. Or call (970) 369-5000 10 minutes before you want to leave.
Are pool & hot tubs open?
7:00 AM – 10:00 PM, daily. Heated outdoor pool, two hot tubs, San Juan views. Towels at the pool deck and in the lobby locker rooms.
In summer there's cocktail service and a full menu on the deck.
Is there a fitness center?
Yes — open 24 hours, lobby level. Cardio, strength, free weights, plus a steam room. Locker keys at the Front Desk.
Are pets allowed?
Yes — we're pet-friendly. $50/day per pet (max $150/week, up to 2 pets). Pet beds and water bowls available at the Front Desk.
Pets aren't permitted in F&B outlets, fitness center, or pool areas — service animals always welcome. The gondola has designated pet-friendly rooms.
What's the smoking policy?
100% non-smoking indoors, including balconies. Designated outdoor smoking areas exist around the property — Front Desk can point them out.
Dining & Room Service
What are Alloy Kitchen's hours?
Breakfast 7:30 – 11 AM · Lunch / All-Day 11 AM – 5 PM · Dinner 5 – 9 PM. Daily. The bar's open year-round.
Reservations recommended for dinner — book on OpenTable from the Alloy Kitchen tile or dial ext. 6021.
Can I order room service?
Yes — Lodge Dash, 7 AM – 9 PM. Order through the Toast link on the home screen ("Room Service" button) or in the Alloy Kitchen tile.
Is breakfast included?
Not included with the room rate by default — Alloy Kitchen serves an à la carte breakfast 7:30 – 11 AM daily. Some package rates include breakfast — check your confirmation or ask the Front Desk.
Where's the nearest grocery store?
Mountain Village Market is right at the Market Gondola stop — three minutes from your room. Our shuttle stops there (Stop 1).
Getting Around
How do I get to town?
The free gondola — runs 6:30 AM to midnight, ~13 minutes to downtown Telluride. The only gondola of its kind in North America, voted #1 transit in America. No fare, no schedule, no driving.
Pet-friendly rooms available, and bicycles + skis are welcome.
Can I get a ride to the partners or around Mountain Village?
Yes — our complimentary lodge shuttle covers 3 Mountain Village stops: Market Gondola, Blue Mesa, and the Mountain Village Core (Centrum). Black Tie and Telluride Outfitters are at Blue Mesa and the Market.
To request a shuttle or Gator pickup: tap Request Ride on the home screen (it calls the Front Desk directly), or dial (970) 369-5000.
Can I rent a car here?
There's a Zipcar station at 455 Mountain Village Blvd · Gondola Parking Structure — about a 3-minute walk from the lodge. Book by the hour at zipcar.com. Convenient for hot-springs day trips or anywhere the gondola doesn't reach.
Health, Altitude & Safety
I feel off — is it the altitude?
Almost certainly. You're at 9,500 ft — roughly 15% of guests feel headaches, shortness of breath, or mild nausea the first 24 hours.
Drink twice the water you'd usually drink. Match every alcoholic drink with water. Go easy on Day 1. If symptoms worsen, the Front Desk can get you oxygen — just ask. Severe or persistent symptoms: Telluride Medical Center at (970) 728-3848.
What's the emergency number?
911 for any emergency. Telluride Medical Center (altitude-experienced) at (970) 728-3848. Front Desk at (970) 369-5000 or dial 0 from your room.
Is the sun really that strong here?
Yes — high-altitude UV is significantly stronger than at sea level, even when it's overcast. Sunscreen every time you're outside, regardless of the season. A bad burn can derail a perfect trip.
Family & Groups
Is the lodge family-friendly?
Very — pool deck, big family suites, kids' menu at Alloy Kitchen, kid-rate pricing on all Telluride Outside tours (12 & under), and a kid-safe disc golf course at the top of the gondola.
Can you help with childcare?
Yes — the concierge maintains a list of vetted local sitters and licensed childcare providers. Text the Front Desk a couple of days ahead so we can confirm availability.
We're a group / family reunion / corporate retreat. Can you host us?
Yes. Two executive boardrooms (up to 30) plus 3,500 sq ft of poolside space for outdoor functions. Full meeting planning, catering, and AV.
We'll get back to you within a few minutes. Promise.
Adventure Picnic To-Go
$45 per person · Order at least 24 hours ahead · Pickup at Alloy Kitchen — choose your time at checkout.
Choose Your Sandwich
Basecamp
Ham, turkey, salami, Swiss, avocado, lettuce, tomato, sprouts, Dijonnaise, vinaigrette, oregano — on a French baguette.
Mountaineer
Hummus, avocado, sprouts, goat feta, tomato, lemon — on local Blue Grouse bread.
Sides Included
Fresh fruit · Potato salad · Boulder chips · Cookie · Spring water
Packed In — Borrowed for the Day
YETI Cooler Backpack — your picnic arrives chilled in a YETI cooler backpack on loan for the day. Carry it on your hike, ride, or 4WD adventure and return it to the front desk at the end of the day. A $350 replacement charge applies if the backpack isn't returned.
Price$45 per person
Lead time24 hours ahead
PickupAlloy Kitchen · Schedule on Toast
Tell us about your day at checkout — Jeep tour, hike, lake afternoon — and any dietary needs. We'll match the picnic to where you're headed.
Tell us about your stay — we'll hand back a day-by-day plan ready to book from your room.
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When are you here?
We'll match your itinerary to the actual days of your stay — Sunday Soundbath only happens on Sundays, after all.
Who's traveling?
We tune recommendations to your group — kids menus, family-friendly trails, romantic dinners.
What's your energy?
Be honest — altitude is real and the menu is wide.
What sounds fun?
Pick all that apply — we'll weight your itinerary toward these.
Are you celebrating something?
If yes — we'll build the day around it (a sunset dinner block, a quiet morning, the right amenity). Tell us and we'll quietly make a moment for you.
Anything we should know?
Optional — pick what applies. We'll route around it.
Any must-haves?
Optional. A specific trail, a friend who insists on Black Bear Pass, a kid who needs to ride horses — tell us.
Want a copy emailed to you?
We'll email your plan so you can reference it on the trail, and send timely tips while you're here — weather shifts, trail conditions, can't-miss events, last-minute seats at Alloy. Unsubscribe any time.
This is a starting point — not a booking. Tap any block to jump to that section and book it. Need help? Text the front desk anytime at (970) 500-0220.
