I stayed at Hotel Durant for one night and, while there was nothing necessarily "wrong" with my…read morestay, I was ultimately disappointed with the experience for the price. I paid around $342 for one night, and even understanding that Aspen is an expensive and popular destination, I expected the hotel to feel a little more elevated for that price point.
The property has a very small, quaint, almost residential feel. Some people may really enjoy that atmosphere, but personally, I was expecting something a bit brighter, more open, and with more amenities for what I was paying. The overall experience felt much more like staying in a guest room at a relative's home than staying at a $300+ per night hotel.
The complimentary breakfast was probably the biggest disappointment. The selection consisted of two cereals (one being Cheerios), individually wrapped bagels and muffins, small containers of Activia yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, strawberry jam, milk, orange juice, and basic coffee with half-and-half and sugar. There were no warm food options at all. I certainly wasn't expecting an extravagant breakfast buffet, but at this price point, I think some fresh pastries, fresh fruit, better coffee options, and at least one or two warm breakfast choices would have made the experience feel considerably more thoughtful and reflective of the nightly rate.
I recognize that part of what you're paying for is the Aspen location, and the hotel does have a cozy, traditional feel that may appeal to some travelers. However, when comparing it to other hotels I've stayed at within a similar price range that offer more updated spaces, amenities, and a more substantial breakfast, I personally didn't feel the value was there.
Overall, my stay wasn't bad--it was simply very underwhelming for the price. For $342 for a single night, I left feeling like I expected quite a bit more from the overall experience.
