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Dunton Hot Springs – Resort in Telluride, Colorado

USA

Mood of Living        April 28, 2015 — REVISED JUNE 2026

Found deep in the Colorado Rockies, the Dunton Hot Springs invite travelers to a journey of rejuvenation experienced through absolute organic luxury. The resort embraces an authentic American experience and captures one of the planet’s most interesting phenomena; natural hot springs.

It is believed that natural hot springs can be beneficial for muscular pain and tension, since the minerals purify the skin. No matter the season, the hot springs are an amazing way to begin your day at sunrise and end your nights under the stars. The resort features cozy, log-cabin villas, an inviting main house and library, and several other wooden structures that create a village-like experience of modern minimalism. Dunton also offers the luxury of full-on spa treatments, private yoga and pilates sessions, and a plethora of winter and summer activities. 

 

The liberating waters of the springs can be found outdoors and indoors; soak in the outdoor hot spring, or choose to stay in a private villa that provides natural spring water through the tap of your bathtub.

 

Discover the wild forest and ignite your adventurous side at this resort in Colorado, while exploring the magical grounds of the mountains through hiking, horseback riding, skiing, rafting, or even dog-sledding. During the summer, a visitor can stay at the Dunton River Camp, which is especially exciting to those who enjoy fly-fishing and the natural elements of camping.

 

The luxury tents introduce campers to authentic mountain comfort and bring you one step closer to true American heritage as the natural aromas of crisp mountain air and a traditional bonfire awaken your senses. As part of the authentic experiences with nature that Dunton’s Hot Springs provides, they practice environmental and social sustainability in all of their services. All properties at Dunton’s Hot Springs are 100% powered by renewable energy, which allows for sustainable daily electricity usage. They practice environmental consciousness in the kitchen by donating all whey and organic waste to a local farm, where it is fed to livestock. Dunton’s Hot Spring believes that through these practices and exposing their guests to nature, they will be more likely to bring sustainability into their daily lives. There is a feeling of discovering something special at Dunton; the unique composition of scenery and modern influence make for the perfect destination to take a break from the hectic pace of everyday life and reconnect with the inner self.

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