The New Sheridan Hotel is one of the landmark buildings of Telluride's historic district, a brick hotel from the 1890s that has been welcoming guests since the mining boom. It stands on Colorado Avenue near the Sheridan Opera House, and its restored interiors keep the Victorian flavor while adding modern comforts. For visitors who want the town's history to be part of their stay, there is no more atmospheric address. The hotel's bar is a well-known gathering place for locals and visitors, a dark-wood room with a long history where you can have a drink among fixtures that recall the days when miners and mining magnates rubbed shoulders. Rooms vary in size and style, from compact historic rooms to larger suites, so it pays to check which category fits your needs.
Staying in a historic hotel brings charm and a few quirks. Walls and floors in a building of this age can be thinner than in a modern resort, staircases may be steep, and room layouts are not uniform. In return you get character: tall windows, period details and a location that puts you steps from restaurants, galleries and the free gondola station. If you are sensitive to noise, ask for a room away from the bar or the avenue, especially on weekend nights and during festivals, when the street is lively until late.
The central position makes the hotel ideal for walkers. You can stroll to dinner, wander the historic district in the morning and catch the gondola up to Mountain Village without ever needing a car. In winter, it is an easy base for skiers who do not mind a gondola ride to the lifts; in summer, it is perfect for festival-goers who want to be close to the venues. Couples often choose it for anniversaries, since the setting adds a sense of occasion.
Amenities are those of a traditional hotel rather than a full resort, so check what is included, such as breakfast, parking, and fitness or spa access. Parking in the historic core can be limited, and the hotel will advise on nearby options. Elevators or accessible rooms may be limited in older buildings, so request details early if you need them. Rates rise for peak weeks, and rooms in the historic building are in demand, so book well ahead for winter holidays and the film festival weekend.
If you enjoy history, add a visit to the museum and a walking tour of the district to your stay. The New Sheridan is more than a place to sleep: it is a piece of the town's story that you can sleep in.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic 1890s building
- ✓Famous hotel bar
- ✓Colorado Avenue location
- ✓Steps to the gondola
- ✓Period character and details
- ✓Walkable to restaurants
- ✓Near Sheridan Opera House
- ✓Suites and standard rooms
Good questions
Is the New Sheridan in the historic district?+
Yes, it stands on Colorado Avenue in the heart of Telluride's historic core.
Is the hotel noisy?+
Rooms near the bar or street can be lively at night. Request a quieter room if needed.
Does it have parking?+
Parking in the core can be limited. Ask the hotel about options when you book.
