What is the occupancy outlook for Telluride lodging over the next two weeks?

Occupancy is expected to average 56% over the next two weeks, down 2% year-over-year as spring break winds down. However, occupancy will peak on March 28 at 63% due to the Easter holiday week.

How is summer 2024 occupancy pacing compared to last year?

Total destination occupancy for summer is pacing 5% ahead of 2023 at 26%, though paid occupancy is 4% lower and average daily rates are 6% behind. May, July, August, and October are pacing ahead year-over-year, while June and September are slightly behind.

What are the highlights of Telluride's new summer air schedule?

The summer schedule includes all mainline jets on the MTJ-Denver route, an earlier start to Houston and Chicago service before Memorial Day, larger mainline jets from DFW, and the addition of Saturday service from Dallas Love-Field on Southwest.

When does the ski season end and how is final-week occupancy performing?

The mountain stays open through the first week of April, with average occupancy from March 31 to April 7 currently at 30%, pacing significantly ahead of last year due to the extended season.

Telluride Air and Lodging Update: March 15 - 21

By Anne-Britt OstlundMarch 15, 20242 min read

Life @ Telluride

Via Telluride Tourism Board

LODGING UPDATE

Spring Break visitation is starting to wind down, with occupancy shifting from the 70% range last week to a 56% average total occupancy over the next two weeks, a 2% YOY decrease. Pace remains behind or flat to 2023 next week and then bumps up ahead of last season’s occupancy on March 23, most likely due to the Easter holiday week. Occupancy will peak on March 28, currently pacing at 63%.

The last week of the ski season is significantly ahead YOY due to the mountain staying open through the first week of April. Average occupancy from March 31 - April 7 is currently at 30%.

Looking ahead to summer, total destination occupancy is pacing 5% ahead of 2023 at 26%, paid occupancy is 4% lower, and average daily rate (ADR) is 6% behind. May, July, August and October are pacing ahead YOY, and June and September are slightly behind.

AIR UPDATE

March continues to pace just behind last year, with the same for winter overall. The early weeks of the month are the largest, while still down a few points from the last two years, and up a a few points over 2019-20 YTD. Easter week and the following final week in April are up significantly, while on slightly smaller numbers overall. Let's power through the finish!

The summer schedule is now live. Highlights include all mainline (big) jets on the MTJ-Denver route, an earlier start to Houston and Chicago before Memorial Day, larger mainline jets from DFW, and the addition of Dallas Love-Field with Southwest on Saturdays. Schedules and maps are available here.

As Telluride prepares for the transition from spring break to the end of the ski season, there are exciting updates to note regarding lodging and air travel. While occupancy rates are beginning to taper off from the peak of spring break, there's still plenty of activity in the coming weeks. If you're planning a visit to Telluride during this time, now is the perfect opportunity to secure accommodations and take advantage of the quieter slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the occupancy outlook for Telluride lodging over the next two weeks?: Occupancy is expected to average 56% over the next two weeks, down 2% year-over-year as spring break winds down. However, occupancy will peak on March 28 at 63% due to the Easter holiday week.
How is summer 2024 occupancy pacing compared to last year?: Total destination occupancy for summer is pacing 5% ahead of 2023 at 26%, though paid occupancy is 4% lower and average daily rates are 6% behind. May, July, August, and October are pacing ahead year-over-year, while June and September are slightly behind.
What are the highlights of Telluride's new summer air schedule?: The summer schedule includes all mainline jets on the MTJ-Denver route, an earlier start to Houston and Chicago service before Memorial Day, larger mainline jets from DFW, and the addition of Saturday service from Dallas Love-Field on Southwest.
When does the ski season end and how is final-week occupancy performing?: The mountain stays open through the first week of April, with average occupancy from March 31 to April 7 currently at 30%, pacing significantly ahead of last year due to the extended season.