We spent one night here and really enjoyed the age and history of the hotel. It was decorated in the period and authentic in every way. The lobby is all wood and very beautiful. The room was larger than expected and nicely furnished. The view of the mountains from the window was incredible. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again.

A really great place to stay, we had one of the King rooms which was a large, bright, clean room with great views, hotel has a very nice period bar and restaurant where you can get free coffee to go in the morning. Parking is on the street outside so when these slots taken you will have to park further up or down the street, but you will find a slot.
We stayed over the 4th july so had to take a 4 day minimum and used silverton as a base to visit Mesa Verde again.

On the plus side, this is a historic hotel. It is a neat old building that has been restored fairly well. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room were reasonably clean. The bed was fairly comfortable. There was a ceiling fan and an oscillating fan in the room and the window opened so the ventilation was fine.

However, be advised this is a historic hotel. There is no air conditioner. (You don't really need it a 9300' provided the windows open). The heat is steam heat so its noisy and you can't control it. There is no elevator. The locks don't work well. The walls are thin and you can hear your neighbors. The doors creak. It sits on the main drag through town so there's a lot of noise from the street. The fixtures in the bathroom are old, but serviceable. I did notice the laminate flooring in the bathroom was peeling up. I stayed on the third floor. I didn't see any ghosts, but I want to believe.

Bottom line: It worked for me in a pinch, and at $79 a night it the price was reasonable in the high season. The fact of the matter is if you are staying in Silverton, I think you're going to expect things to be "historic" in nature. If you want a modern hotel you'll probably have to go to Telluride.

This place is authentic! I love it! I've stayed here two times and both times I've had a paranormal experience. The only two times in my life! Yes, the 3rd floor is haunted! If you truly want to experience a "REAL" Colorado mountain town, Silverton is the best! The Grand Imperial is as an authentic late 1800's hotel as you can get. Do NOT expect the Ritz!! This is the old west! Yes, the place needs a little TLC. It's clean and very quaint! It is OLD! That's where the charm and authenticity come from so don't expect ultra modern amenities! Turn off the TV and soak up all this town has to offer! The staff is VERY friendly. You howty towty types can just keep driving down to Durango...