Blue Lake Ranch

3.5 star property
Lakefront bed & breakfast in Hesperus with free breakfast
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Photo gallery for Blue Lake Ranch

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Mountain View | View from room
Property grounds
The Garden Room
The Mountain View Suite | Garden
Panoramic Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace, Mountain View | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
16919 Highway 140, Hesperus, CO, 81326
  • Ski Hesperus
    12 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    24 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College
    25 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County)
    40 min drive

Room options

The Sunrise Casita

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Sage Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

The Sunset Casita

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Pinon Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Mountain View Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 102 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Panoramic Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 153 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

The Cottage in the Woods

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

The River House

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 153 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 102 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 102 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 28.0 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

The Garden Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Hesperus

At Blue Lake Ranch, you'll be 12.4 km (7.7 mi) from Ski Hesperus and 28.2 km (17.5 mi) from Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Highlights at this B&B include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a conference centre. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a library, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Hesperus B&B include Durango Arts Center and Durango Community Recreation Center.

What's nearby

  • Animas River Trail - 22 min drive
  • Durango Arts Center - 23 min drive
  • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - 24 min drive
  • Durango Community Recreation Center - 24 min drive
  • Fort Lewis College - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Station - 22 min drive
  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kennebec - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kennebec Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Blue Lake Ranch

Lakefront bed & breakfast in Hesperus with free breakfast
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 1500 square feet (139 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Blue Lake Ranch. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hesperus bed & breakfast.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 9 buildings
  • 1500 sq ft of conference space
  • 139 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1910
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Lake Ranch offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary dressing gowns. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,500 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1910
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours vary seasonally. Winter check-in hours are 3-5 PM; summer hours are 3-6 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of the posted check-in hours must contact the hotel at least 24 hours in advance by email or telephone.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Lake Ranch
Blue Lake Ranch B&B
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Hotel Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch B&B Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Durango
Blue Lake Ranch Hesperus
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast
Blue Lake Ranch Bed & breakfast Hesperus

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Blue Lake Ranch?

Yep, Blue Lake Ranch has a free self car park.

What makes Blue Lake Ranch a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as Jetted bath and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Blue Lake Ranch.

Is Blue Lake Ranch family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Blue Lake Ranch is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Blue Lake Ranch?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does Blue Lake Ranch serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Lake Ranch?

No, Blue Lake Ranch does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Lake Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Lake Ranch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Lake Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea-Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was so lucky to stay in the Sunset cabin. It was very spacious with incredible views of the mountains. This secluded cabin will definitely be on my list for a return visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wowed beyond expectations !!!!!!
Exceptionally wonderful it was beautiful, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcomed the lodge that we stayed in was breathtakingly beautiful We walked to the lake, Every room had a view, very very comfortable and classy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wowed beyond expectations
Exceptionally wonderful it was beautiful, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcomed the lodge that we stayed in was breathtakingly We walked to the lake, Every room had a view, very very comfortable and classy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Garden Room was beautiful with a sense of a country setting. No negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really awesome place. Breakfast was good! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS, JASPER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Clean. Large rooms. Great mountsin views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family stayed here when my niece was married here. I enjoyed our experience so much that I wanted to go back with just my husband and I. It was clean, cozy, quiet and the breakfast was great! Can’t say enough good things about this place.

10/10 Excellent

Smriti

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem of a place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick overnight
Great place in a high desert.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Manuela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, uniqueness and local flavor of Blue Lake Ranch. A pool would’ve been lovely as the lake is not really swimmable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of a kind away from Durango by about 20 mins. This place is quite, clean and has all the touches of home. The breakfast in the morning was delicious and no matter what time I was outside, I could hear so many birds singing. We truly appreciated the care that the owners put into this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
unique, private, secluded, rustic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nidia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Went on a mini honeymoon and the staff was lovely. They have special envelopes with your name on it stating information you may need during your stay. Their office hours are from 9am-4pm and breakfast is served from 8am-9am and it’s delicious they have a variety of foods to choose from and it’s different everyday. Highly recommend this bed and breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malinda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s just as beautiful and picturesque as the pictures. However, we had three main issues with our stay. When we arrived it had been cleaned just not very well. The upstairs carpet is stained and old and didn’t have vacuum lines. I’m a former house cleaner so I can tell when a room has been vacuumed. Everything was pretty dusty and there was hair and dust on the ground. Basically you can tell the sheets were clean and the toilets it just needed a deep clean. The food was edible but not great. The biggest issue we had was that we stayed in the Mountain View room which is connected by one door to another room (the piñon room I believe) and we could hear literally everything going on in that apartment. To the degree that one morning they must have been talking in front of the door and we thought someone was in our unit because the sound carried it straight to our bedroom. Overall it’s just alright. For paying $1k total we probably won’t be going back. We realized one of our favorite hotels would have ended up being cheaper/cleaner/better food. So guess it depends what you’re looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent place.
nice spot , cozy room but fragrant sheets gave me a head ache. They also had a weird feeling .. polyester maybe? Towels were cheesy too. Breakfast was great and people were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kira

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful and comfortable room! Very beautiful location and easy to access. One complaint would be the water pressure with the sink and shower. Otherwise, 10/10 would recommend this place to friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021