When planning your lodging, be sure to consider your budget, your interests, and the time of year you will be visiting. Durango, Cortez and Mesa Verde are popular destinations year-round, so be sure to book your lodging early, especially if you are traveling during the peak season.

Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing lodging in the Four Corners area:

• Budget: Lodging in the Four Corners area can range from budget-friendly motels to luxurious resorts.
• Interests: If you are interested in history, you may want to stay at a historic hotel like The Hotel Montezuma or the Strater Hotel in Durango. If you are interested in the outdoors, you may want to stay at a hotel that is close to hiking trails or a national park.
• Time of year: The Four Corners area can get very hot in the summer and very cold in the winter. If you are traveling during these times, be sure to choose a hotel that has air conditioning or heating.