Dunton Hot Springs in Colorado
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Why Go
Dunton Hot Springs is a luxury hideaway with authentic nineteenth century hand-hewn log cabins and a bath house with natural hot springs. Dunton attracts outdoor adventure enthusiasts as well as guests who are looking for a quiet place to relax in natural surroundings.
The cabins are located in the San Juan Range of the Colorado Rockies 8,700 feet above sea levels. Guests have access to a two story library and an open-air wedding chapel. Although there are no cell phone towers, visitors can keep in touch with the outside world through high speed wireless internet access and video conferencing.
The Spa
Spa facilities at Dunton are quite unusual - hot springs are housed in the teepee and bath house, while the massage and yoga rooms are located in the Pony Express Stop. Direct feeds from geothermal springs in some of the guest cabins are even more surprising.
Spa treatments offered at the spa include wraps, reflexology, Trager Therapy, hot rocks massage and other holistic and therapeutic healing techniques.
Things to Do
If you are looking for adventure, Dunton Hot Springs is situated near the Four Corners and in the midst of two national forests where you can enjoy hiking, climbing, snow-shoeing, back country skiing, heli-skiing and fly fishing.
Where to Eat
The saloon serves all meals using organically grown local incredients, including lamb, fruit and vegetables. Local and international wines complement the meals.
VacationIdea.com Vacation Tip
Throughout the year, Dunton offers special programs, such as Fly Fishing School, Yoga Retreats and Equestrian Adventure. Ask about special programs and packages when booking.
Plan this Vacation
Dunton Hot Springs is located one hour from Telluride and Cortez, two hours from Durango, 7 hours from Denver, and 5 hours from Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Rates start from $250 per person per night, including all meals, non-alcoholic beverages and unlimited use of hot springs.
If you are planning a wedding, the entire town and its facilities can be rented exclusively for $10,000 per day and can accommodate 34 people. All meals, non alcoholic beverages and unlimited use of the library, screening room, and hot springs are included. For reservations, call the resort at 970-882-4800 or email info@duntonhotsprings.com.
Dunton Hot Springs, P.O. Box 818, Dolores, Colorado, United States, 970-882-4800, www.duntonhotsprings.com
