The Avon

144 E 10th St, Silverton, CO 81433, Silverton, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.8 / 5

Overview

The Avon is a 2-star hotel housed in a redbrick building dating from 1904, set right in the town center of Silverton, Colorado. It has a hip, shabby-chic character with period furnishings that nod to its mining-era history while offering a lively, contemporary social scene. With a 4.8 rating from 400 reviews, it stands out as a distinctive, well-loved property rather than a generic chain stay.

Rooms

Guest rooms are simply decorated with wood floors, and some units feature floor-to-ceiling windows, mountain views, and bunk beds -- a configuration well suited to groups and outdoor-focused travelers. One guest review specifically praised the comfort of the king mattress in Room #12.

Dining & Nightlife

The Avon offers two bars, a beer garden, and a cafe on-site, giving guests multiple options for food and drink without leaving the building. A basement space hosts live music and doubles as a movie theater, adding an entertainment dimension unusual for a hotel of this size.

Location & Surroundings

The hotel sits less than a mile from Kendall Mountain Recreation Area and about a half-mile from Highway 550, putting outdoor recreation and regional road access within easy reach. Nearby points of interest include Silverton Mountain Ski Area, Molas Pass, Ice Lake Trailhead, Ice Lake Basin, Old Hundred Gold Mine Tour, and several scenic mountain passes (Red Mountain, Ophir, Stony, Black Bear, and Imogene), making it a strong base for hiking, skiing, and scenic driving.

Best for

The Avon is best suited to outdoor enthusiasts and road-trippers drawn to Silverton's hiking trails, ski terrain, and mountain passes, given its proximity to Kendall Mountain Recreation Area, Silverton Mountain Ski Area, and multiple pass routes. It also appeals to travelers who enjoy a historic, characterful setting with an active social scene, thanks to its 1904 building, on-site bars, beer garden, and live music venue. Groups and friends traveling together may especially appreciate rooms with bunk bed configurations.

Travel tips

Since the hotel is about a half-mile from Highway 550, guests arriving by car have easy access to the main regional route connecting Silverton to surrounding mountain towns. Many nearby attractions, such as Ice Lake Trailhead, Molas Pass, and the various mountain passes, are best visited with a personal vehicle and during warmer months when routes are clear. Given the town-center location, it's easy to walk to Kendall Mountain Recreation Area and explore Silverton's historic core on foot.

What guests say

Guest reviews consistently highlight the quality of service and the distinctive historic decor of the building as major positives. Several reviewers express strong loyalty, describing repeat stays and consistently great experiences. Room comfort is also praised, with specific mention of a very comfortable king mattress in one of the rooms. A thoughtful touch noted by guests is a free goodies box for hikers, reflecting attentive, guest-focused hospitality. No recurring negative themes are evident in the available excerpts.

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