About Us
The Leland House, Durango’s Luxury Inn
As a family-owned and operated boutique luxury inn, our connection to Durango runs deep. The Ensign Martinez family—parents Tonya and Chuck, their adult children Alec, Lukman, and Alec’s partner Dominic—bring a personal touch to The Leland House Suites, making it a true reflection of their shared passions for hospitality, outdoor adventure, wellness, and community.
Tonya and Chuck Ensign lived in Scottsdale, AZ for 25 years and discovered Durango in 1987. They were regular visitors for years and bought a small cabin in 2000. They moved their family to Durango full-time in 2009.
In 2021, Tonya, Chuck, Alec, and Dominic purchased The Leland House, an established business that had been lovingly operated by another local family for more than two decades. That same year, the four of them developed the concept for Lola’s Place, a coffee shop, bar, restaurant, and event venue adjacent to the hotel that could serve as a gathering space. These businesses combine their entrepreneurial spirit with their close-knit family values, sustainability values, service values, and their commitment to creating inclusive spaces for locals and visitors alike.
With a small leadership team comprised of Tonya, Alec, Dominic and full-time manager, Cooper Senn, The Leland House is uniquely positioned to provide exceptional customer service and an unparalleled level of care. At The Leland House, our goal is to ensure every guest not only feels at home but also leaves with unforgettable memories of Durango.
Many guests return year after year and become friends. When you stay with us at The Leland House, you’re not just staying in Durango—you’re living like a local!
Pictured Left to Right: Alec, Tonya, and Dominic, owners and operators of The Leland House
The Ensign Family
Our Mission
We aim to provide every guest with a unique, personalized experience that offers a sense of belonging, so they can live, work, and play like a local in Durango.
Meet Our Staff
Cooper is our Guest Experience Coordinator. If you’re not talking with Alec, Dominic or Tonya, then Cooper is likely making sure your stay is memorable.
Our housekeeping manager, Gabi has been with the hotel for more than 10 years. Gabi, Lupita, and Claudia pride themselves on keeping the hotel immaculate.
Joji is our Concierge Event Coordinator. With nearly two decades of catering and event planning experience, you will be in good hands as you plan your special event at The Leland House and Lola’s Place.
Chuck and Lukman lead our sustainability efforts and make sure everything is working properly on our campus.
Nathaniel, David (not pictured) and Carolyn (not pictured) are our wonderful Inn Sitters. When our family takes our own restorative breaks, these amazing Inn Sitters ensure your stay is comfortable and your experience is memorable.
Be sure to say hello to our team while enjoying your stay at The Leland House!
Pictured left to right: Joji Moore, Tonya Ensign, Alec Ensign, Cooper Fisher, Dominic Martinez, Gabriela Mummery, Nathaniel Prugh, Claudia Rogers Bizarro, Lupita Gonzalez, Chuck Ensign, Lukman Ensign
What We Believe In
Customer Intimacy
We believe that it’s the little touches that make a difference. Our goal is to offer an unforgettable experience to every guest.
Inclusion
We are a diverse family run business that lives our values. We aim to create a sense of belonging for every guest who enters our doors.
Wellness
Our suites are designed to provide a restorative experience allowing each guest to explore their own definition of wellness.
Environment
We strive to minimize our carbon footprint throughout our operations. We are 100% solar powered and have minimal single-use items in our rooms, among other sustainability efforts.
Preservation of History
We honor our roots while also providing innovative, leading edge services and care for our guests.
Word on the Street – The Leland House in the News
Read more about The Leland House, as discussed by our community publications.
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