The Black Diamond Lodge - Durango, Colorado

Jonathan F.

As a wedding photographer, I’ve worked at many venues, but Black Diamond Lodge is truly exceptional. The blend of rustic charm and modern elegance, paired with its stunning mountain views, made for some incredible photos. The natural light inside the lodge was perfect, creating a soft, golden glow in every shot, while the outdoor spaces offered breathtaking backdrops for portraits.

From cozy indoor moments to wide-open outdoor scenes, the venue provided endless opportunities for diverse, beautiful imagery. The staff was wonderful to work with, making the whole experience seamless. If you're looking for a picturesque venue for your wedding, Black Diamond Lodge is a dream come true.

Dana R.

We got married at the Black Diamond Lodge in February 2025. It was absolutely spectacular! The Lodge is beautiful and comfortable and the staff are awesome and incredibly helpful. Our families loved staying there and everyone raved about how great it was. The rooms are clean and comfortable and there’s a ton of space for everyone to hang out. The location is particularly awesome for skiing at Purgatory. The event space (with full bar and dining room) is also perfect for weddings. I can’t recommend BDL enough!!

Willow T.

We had such an incredible weekend and wedding at the Black Diamond Lodge! Not only is this an incredibly beautiful place and setting in the mountains, but it is the perfect space for hosting all the fun you could want for a wedding weekend. Our guests loved the access to the hot tubs, saunas, game room, and all of the fun outdoor activities in the area. The reception space was the perfect place to host a cozy and beautiful wedding dinner and great dancing! It was so special to be able to have everyone we loved together for a full weekend to celebrate our wedding. On top of all of the awesome amenities, the staff are all incredible people who added to the fun of the weekend. We had so much fun working with Josh, Neal, the cleaning staff, and everyone else we met. We had such a wonderful stay and would recommend them to anyone!

Shannon N.

I visited The Black Diamond Lodge for the second time in March! I volunteer with a youth group and we have stayed here the past 3 years. We have a group of 30+ youth and adults! The rooms, common areas, and downstairs dining area is perfect for our size group. There are different games to play downstairs! The facilities overall are just amazing. Everything is very clean, comfortable, and inviting! The last photo of my bunch is of my favorite place in the whole lodge. It’s a little sort of area where you can sit and read and watch the sunrise on the mountaintop. There are also hot tubs and a sauna! Our group loves staying at The Black Diamond Lodge! I believe our sort of group leader will continue to host our trip here for years to come. Thank you, Black Diamond Lodge!

Kyre L.

I cannot recommend BDL and their team enough! They made our wedding weekend so special and unforgettable. Our wedding was in November 2023 and we had under 25 guests to stay at the lodge. Everyone was super comfortable with sleeping arrangements and there was so much space to do whatever we wanted for the weekend get away! The atmosphere is top notch! I can't wait to bring my family here again in the future. Thank you BDL!

Jett M.

We hosted a family ski trip at the Black Diamond Lodge this year for our extended family (16) and the lodge was exactly what was advertised. Everyone LOVED it, there is plenty of room for everyone, plenty of common places for each group to socialize and hang out. The kids loved playing hide and seek throughout the lodge and the adults enjoyed the basement seating and game room. The sleeping arrangements were awesome! It’s just a short 2 minute trip to the ski lodge and Josh was amazing! He was friendly and accommadating and made our experience at the lodge even more wonderful. Amber made the whole booking process easy, she is very responsive and answered all my questions in a professional, friendly and timely manner. She even stayed and greeted our first guest when they arrived before us! I believe the staff went over and above any expectations we had to make our stay enjoyable. If you have a large family and want the perfect place to gather, I highly recommend Black Diamond Lodge! We will definitely be staying again next December.

Steele C.

The Black Diamond Lodge was the venue for our wedding reception and ceremony and it was nothing short of amazing. The staff was outstanding throughout the entire process and everything was completely seamless. I cannot praise them enough. If you need a venue for a wedding, family reunion, skiing trip, etc. The Black Diamond Lodge should be your #1 choice!

Colt &. H. P.

My wife and I have photographed many weddings at the Black Diamond Lodge and absolutely love working there. The ceremony sight is incredible and there are so many beautiful locations to photograph. The spa downstairs is a great place to get ready (nice lighting) and cocktail hour on the patio is amazing. Working with Amber is always a delight as well.