Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa Fact Sheet
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Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa Property Overview
Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa is a boutique luxury mountain resort located in Ridgway, Colorado, surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the San Juan Mountains. Blending Southwestern character with luxury spa amenities, the property offers an intimate resort experience centered around relaxation, wellness, and outdoor adventure.
Situated between the historic mountain towns of Telluride and Ouray, Chipeta Lodge serves as a scenic destination lodging option for travelers exploring Colorado’s spectacular San Juan Mountain region. With panoramic mountain views, rooftop deck, and newly re-opened spa, the resort delivers an accessible luxury alternative to larger mountain destinations while remaining within easy reach of world-class recreation, including hiking, biking, skiing, climbing, fishing, camping and exploring.
Key Highlights
- 35-room boutique luxury lodge with upscale amenities
- Located along the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway
- White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar: restaurant and bar with panoramic mountain views, plus rooftop deck
- Chipeta Lodge Spa by ISUN: full-service spa newly re-opened and renovated
- Outdoor pool and hot tubs
- Close proximity to Telluride (45 minutes), Montrose (35 minutes) and Ouray (15 minutes)
- Ideal for romantic getaways, adventure travelers, families and family groups, and group retreats
- Full resort buy-out available for wedding, corporate retreats and reunions
Accommodations
Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa features 35 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and suites, each inspired by the surrounding landscape and historic Colorado heritage. Many rooms include private balconies or patios with mountain views, fireplaces, and kitchens or kitchenettes, creating a comfortable retreat after a day outdoors.
Select rooms also feature private outdoor hot tubs, allowing guests to soak privately with a view.
Dining
White Buffalo Restaurant + Bar is the resort’s signature dining venue, offering elevated seasonal cuisine and handcrafted cocktails in a relaxed mountain setting.
The restaurant’s panoramic windows and rooftop deck provide sweeping views of the Cimarron Range of the San Juan Mountains, making it one of Ridgway’s most popular spots for sunset dining.
Wellness + Spa
The Chipeta Lodge Spa by ISUN offers a full range of wellness treatments designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. Spa services include massages, facials, body treatments, and restorative therapies using natural products, locally manufactured and inspired by Colorado’s natural minerals and oils.
Guests also enjoy access to outdoor hot tubs and a heated swimming pool, creating a year-round relaxation experience.
Outdoor Recreation
Ridgway is known as one of Colorado’s premier outdoor destinations, offering year-round adventure including:
- Hiking
- Mountain, road and gravel biking
- Skiing and snowboarding in nearby Telluride
- Ice climbing
- Hot springs
- Scenic drives along the San Juan Skyway
- Fly fishing, horseback riding, and jeep tours
- Pickleball courts
Ridgway State Park, just minutes away, provides access to boating, paddleboarding, and wildlife viewing.
Events + Retreats
With dramatic mountain backdrops and intimate gathering spaces, Chipeta Lodge Resot + Spa is a popular venue for:
- Destination weddings
- Corporate retreats
- Wellness retreats
- Celebrations
Indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate gatherings while preserving the property’s boutique atmosphere.
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History + Inspiration
The resort is named after Chipeta, a revered Ute leader and the wife of Chief Ouray. Known for her wisdom and diplomacy, Chipeta advocated for peaceful coexistence during Colorado’s early settlement era. Her legacy of strength and grace inspire the resort’s name and spirit.Â
Location
Chipeta Lodge Resort + Spa
304 S. Lena Street
Ridgway, Colorado 81432
- Montrose Regional Airport: ~35 minutes
- Telluride: ~45 minutes
- Ouray: ~15 minutes
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