Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs

Box Canyon Lodge is a quaint Ouray hotel with natural, mountainside hot springs. The soaking tubs are available to overnight guests only and offer extraordinary 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains.

They recently underwent renovations to the property, resulting in beautifully decorated room options and 7 new soaking tubs. The lodge is in a prime location within the town within a few blocks of dining and shopping. Ouray is filled with access to outdoor recreation and has been aptly nicknamed the “Switzerland of America”, so it’s a beautiful spot to explore on a weekend trip.

Mineral Hot Springs

Mineral hot spring tub on deck overlooking mountains — One of the 7 mineral hot spring tubs at Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs in Ouray, CO. Photo by: facebook.com/boxcanyonlodge

The lodge offers seven outdoor redwood pools filled with hot mineral water. The temperatures range between 103° and 108°F, perfect for soaking away the stresses of the day. Since the water is constantly flowing in and out there is no need for chemicals.

Most of the spring water in Ouray comes directly from Box Canyon, so you’re getting it fresh from the source. Common minerals in the water include sulfate, manganese, sodium, calcium, and many others that are known to have great health benefits.

Guests are welcome to enjoy the pools from 8 am to 10 pm, year-round. The tubs are situated on a terrace overlooking the San Juans, and they also offer spectacular stargazing at night.

Room Types

Two queen beds in a hotel room — Double queen bedroom at the Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs in Ouray, CO. Photo by: facebook.com/boxcanyonlodge

There are a variety of hotel rooms to choose from including standards, suites, and an apartment-style layout. The newly renovated, child-friendly rooms come with cozy furnishings and a TV, as well as access to the soaking tubs of course.

Standard Rooms – These classic hotel rooms come in either a single queen/king or double queen configuration. Each one includes a microwave and mini-fridge, a personal safe, and a wireless internet connection.

Family Suites – Sleeping up to 6 people each, these two suites have plenty of room to spread out. The multi-room layouts feature one room with double queen beds and a living area with a pull-out couch for additional sleeping space. There is also a kitchenette for light cooking.

Residence Suite – This apartment-style suite is great for small groups looking for an extended stay. It sleeps up to 4 with two separate bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a private porch, and a fully stocked kitchen.

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Getting There

Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs, Colorado — Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs. Photo by: facebook.com/BoxCanyonLodge

Box Canyon Lodge is conveniently located right when you enter Ouray from the south on US-550 (a.k.a. the Million Dollar Highway). Once you go around the U-shaped bend on the highway, you’ll be on Main Street. Take the first lefthand turn onto 3rd Avenue and the lodge will be on your left.

While in town, consider visiting these other hot springs: Wiesbaden Spa, Ouray Hot Springs Pool, and Twin Peaks Lodge.