The Rico Hotel Warmly Welcomes You. We invite you to discover a unique experience in our beautifully restored mining era hotel. Built in 1925 as a resting place for the employees of the Rico Argentine Mining Company, the historic Rico Hotel features charming rooms, the convenience of free wireless internet access, a warm and inviting lobby with an open fire, a full service restaurant with a fine dining menu, and the peace and tranquility of a small town. The Rico Hotel is a great location for a family reunion, wedding, or company party. Enjoy the services and amenities that you would find in Telluride at greatly reduced prices. Our friendly staff looks forward to serving you during your stay. We are located on the San Juan Scenic Byway between Telluride and Cortez.

Rico Hotel was originally constructed as a forty room boarding house for the International Smelting Company in 1926. During the 'boom' of the 1940's, the boarding house was turned into a hotel. Standing the test of time, the Rico Hotel is a living monument to the mining era that shaped the town of Rico, Colorado. In recent years, the Rico Hotel has undergone many major remodels, allowing the building to serve as both a hotel and four star restaurant. Reclaimed mine materials have been tastefully used in these remodels.