Ouray Books

Very cool place!! Make sure and check and see how old the outside pictures are when looking at this place bcz I believe it has moved around a bit. The one that was taken a year ago (from me posting this) is what I saw. I didn't take any photos of the outside, but I really really loved it!

Such a cute, well stocked bookstore! We spent quite some time inside picking out books. Great, cozy atmosphere too.

Rarely do you find a business owner who is manning their store and has such great people skills. Been engaged both my son and I in conversation. We bought a puzzle and came back the next day for a book! Great book shop!

This book store is phenomenal! The selection of books is wonderful, they have so many fun stickers and goodies, and the atmosphere is lovely. We spent an afternoon just reading in the store because we loved it so much. Pat, the owner, is also one of the kindest and loveliest humans I've met. I visited four times over our week in Ouray because it quickly became one of my favorite places. Definitely do not skip visiting the store or supporting them online!

Beautiful and cozy bookstore. So many genres to explore with couches to relax in. The array of stickers had me acting like a kid in a candy store lol. The lady that helped us was so sweet and gave us her opinion on what books to buy (lifesaver honestly). Hope to come back!

I don't normally write reviews of book shops, but this one deserves it. The elderly gentleman I spoke with really made my whole vacation. We had both read so many of the same books, and he made wonderful conversation and recommendations. I will be back to stay hello!

Adorable bookshop with lovely owners. Stopped in for some postcards (great selection btw) and left with a fantastic book recommended by the owner. Book was "Tomboy Bride: A Woman's Personal Account of Life in Mining Camps of the West" for anyone interested in historical life and times of the area.

Such a cute and inviting book store. Immediately felt good vibes upon entering and received wonderful customer service from the owner. Highly recommend!

The new location for The Ouray Books store is a gem. (6th St below Mouse's Chocolates) What a fabulous find! The new owner Pat is not only super friendly but he and his staff are very well versed in helping with all things reading and books. I found a collectible Jane Austen book that is almost too pretty to read. Ouray Books has moved from the Beaumont to 6th Street under Mouse's Chocolate shop. It is THE perfect location as it is a cozy hidden gem and Pat has done an amazing job making it welcoming and cozy.. Make sure and stop by to get books to read for your vacation, some to take home or collectibles to enjoy. One thing that I loved is that you can contact Pat or his staff with any book you are looking for and they cab order it for you! Much more personalized service for all your reading needs. There were not only rare book finds but also many unique gifts. A bonus is to walk around the shop and read the poems on the wall. Pat the owner of the book shop is the Poet behind them! Priceless Bookshop in a Fairytale Town such as Ouray is.

We had SUCH a great experience at Ouray Bookstore! Now this may seems like an overly ecstatic response to a visit to a bookstore, and normally I would agree. But this place blew us away! First of all, we walked in and saw the most beautiful bookstore we have ever been in. It has all been recently redone and looks fabulous. There is a wide selection of books, from bestsellers to local authors to children's books to cookbooks to guide books. There is also a variety of cute little gifts, greeting cards, and stickers. So far so good, it was a beautiful store with a great selection of books and other goods. What took it over the top was that the owner offers coffee to drink while you browse the books and FRESH BAKED COOKIES his wife had brought in (they were delicious). The owner was extremely friendly and helpful if we had any questions about the books or Ouray in general. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend a visit to tourist and local alike!

This is such a beautiful bookstore. They have something for everyone. I went in looking for The Dictionary of Lost Words....which they had!!! I also bought a book about Chernobyl I had never seen before. Great selection of bookmarks. My daughter walked out with 10 Little Monsters Visit Colorado. Such a cute, however a little dark, book! They told me it is one of their best sellers! The older gentleman that checked us out was very friendly! They had books with the name of which employee read the book and suggests it to others. Surprisingly I have read most of the suggested books. I could have stayed there for hours, but my pocketbook told me I better not!

Love this bookstore. Every time we go on vacation, I explicitly shop at a local bookstore wherever we're at and I am never disappointed. Lovely man running the place today. Such a great atmosphere and awesome selection of everything!

New owners, and they're great! The shop is beautiful and well-maintained. The shop is located right on the main street as you enter from the north, and is impossible to miss.

This place is fantastic! They carry a large selection of current events, mountaineering, and local history books. Had a great conversation with the owner while I was checking out. It's worth checking out!

This place is wonderful. So homey, the owner is so kind and lovely to talk to. Great selection of unique and locally applicable books as well as a few cute journals, stickers, etc. all in all a great stop for book lovers. Highly recommended.

Nice, relaxed bookstore. Laid out well and a friendly staff. I always check out a local bookshop when traveling. Don't miss Ouray Bookshop.

Under new ownership and richly remodeled, this warm and beautiful book store is a treasure for those of us in Ouray. Welcome to Ouray Amy, Brian and Charlie! Who can beat their hours? Open 12 hours a day, seven days a week! The selection for all ages is amazing.

Adorable shop. Love being able to support local bookstores. Displays had great recommendations for different categories. Love that it's in an old historical building. The man working there was very friendly.