There's more to this traditional working barbershop than meets the eye. Drop the right password (hint: it's subtly displayed on the website), and you'll be ushered through the bookcase into a Gatsby-worthy speakeasy. Sure, it's a bit gimmicky, but the excellence of the ever-changing house-original cocktails and small plates more than makes up for it.

Named a “living museum", the Strater was built in 1887 and is the oldest hotel in Durango. When you walk in, you immediately notice the classic wild west vibe that’s been beautifully preserved. Gold patterned wallpaper, bronze hand railings, vintage chandeliers, and gorgeous winding hallways with original artifacts hanging on the walls are just a few aspects of the Strater’s charm. The best part of the Strater is you know that your room is 100% unique. Each of the 93 historic rooms is furnished with authentic, vintage furniture with each room having its own special characteristics. I recommend room 321 but I also hear room 226 has a fantastic view. Whichever room you choose, the rich history, chivalrous staff, and beautiful layout will make you feel like you just walked into the 1880s as the guest of honor.

Usually when someone tells you that a business is “the best-kept secret in town”, they mean it metaphorically. This is not the case with The Bookcase & Barber, a full-service barber and a swanky speak-easy tucked away inside an unassuming bookcase. As a former bookstore, they pay homage to their literary roots by featuring a slew of cocktails fashioned after the favored recipes of famous authors.

The Bookcase & Barber: this speakeasy with delicious craft cocktails is hidden behind a bookcase in a working barber shop. The cocktails are incredibly creative and delicious, and it’s totally worth going for the experience of saying the secret password and having the attendant swing open the bookcase alone (you can find the current password on their Facebook page).

Not your average barbershop, The Bookcase & Barber in Durango, CO is one of the best kept secrets in the Four Corners. Just a short walk off Main Avenue and onto 2nd Street will reveal the entrance to this literary-themed speakeasy. You can make an appointment for a haircut, or just pop by in the evening for a Hunter S. Thompson themed Old Fashioned...

Address: The Bookcase & Barber, 601 East 2nd Avenue, Suite B, Durango, CO 81301. The Bookcase and Barber, located in Historic Downtown, is an upscale barbershop featuring something unique that most other barbers don't have: a bar hidden behind a bookcase. The cocktails have been named after (and custom-made to appeal to) famous authors.

2nd Ave., Suite B - Beyond the bookcase you can access specialty-crafted cocktails and take a step back in time to the Prohibition if you know the password. Offerings some of the best cocktails in town, like an old Fashioned, Vesper, Screwdriver and more. Find the daily password on their Facebook page to get in.

The Bookcase and Barber will have you passing through a bookcase to enter the 20’s style bar. The menu will have you swooning for days past. As with all speakeasy we go to I ordered the Old Fashion, called the “Thompson “Old Fashioned” and Josh opted for the, neither disappointed!.

For artisan cocktails, sip on a crafty one at either Eno or The Bookcase & Barber. Eno, which you’ll find right next door to the Cyprus Cafe, is an oasis for all things classy and lovable about cocktail hour. Enjoy the patio at Eno, especially on Tuesday nights with live music.

The Bookcase & Barber is a speakeasy-style bar located in downtown Durango. The bar is hidden behind a bookcase in a barber shop, giving it a fun and mysterious atmosphere. The menu features a range of creative and unique cocktails, along with a selection of beer and wine.

This small speakeasy-type bar will have you walking through a door hidden in a bookcase. The small interior is filled with hipster bookstore nostalgia, and the signature drinks on the menu are all inspired by the libations of historical writers.

We managed to get right in at the Bookcase & Barber for outstanding fancy cocktails but when we left around 11 p.m., the wait to get in was over an hour. If you can get a seat, this Durango speakeasy is an ideal place to “adult” for a while.

The Animas River is still considered the lifeblood of the city. Enjoy it up close via raft, kayak, or paddleboard. Rafting or guided kayak tours should be booked ahead of time and can usually be scheduled as early as 9 am.

Get a little off the top at Bookcase and Barber in Durango!. This upscale barbershop features a hidden bar behind a bookcase. Enjoy the delicious cocktails (called The Classics) which are based off of famous authors.