Vail is a town that strikes the perfect balance between rustic outdoory-ness and luxurious indoorsy-ness. There’s no shortage of places to stay here, so whether you’re looking for a high-end ski resort or a cozy cabin in the woods, we’ve got you covered.
The Ritz Carlton Residences at Vail is the perfect place to rest your head after a day of skiing or a fun hiking trip. These luxury residences are equipped with a kitchen, washer and dryer, beautiful views, and more.
The Ritz Carlton Residences at Vail
A ski-in ski-out hotel in Vail, The Ritz Carlton Residences at Vail offers a range of amenities and services for guests to enjoy. It features an outdoor pool and a sauna and is located within easy reach of both Vail and Beaver Creek resorts.
This luxurious hotel also provides express check-in and check-out, valet parking and a 24-hour reception. The hotel is also close to the Eagle County Regional Airport and can provide airport transfers upon request.
The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. There is also a bathroom fitted with a bathtub and a shower.
In addition to the standard hotel rooms, there are also several suites available at The Ritz Carlton Residences at Vail. These apartments are comfortable and offer a view of the mountains.
Whether you are traveling on a family vacation or a business trip, these apartments have everything you need to make your stay in Vail comfortable and convenient. They are also equipped with air conditioning, a fireplace and ironing facilities.
If you are staying at the property for more than one week, it is possible to book a package that includes meals and other additional services. This is a great way to save money while you are enjoying your stay in Vail.
This resort is located in Lionshead, just west of downtown Vail Village. It offers a free shuttle service to the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Lionshead square, and a short walk will take you to Vail Mountain and other attractions in town.
The 71 luxury condos at the resort range from two to six bedrooms, and all feature spacious interiors that reflect a sophisticated style. They feature full kitchens and whirlpool baths with marble countertops and stainless Bosch appliances. Some have balconies that offer stunning views of Vail Mountain or the indoor pool.
In-room dining is available on request, and the resort provides a complimentary shuttle to Vail Village. There is also a spa and a fitness center for guests to use during their stay.
The resort also features heated outdoor pools and hot tubs, and an on-site bar with a fireplace. It offers a ski valet, which will handle all your skis and snowboards for you when you arrive. It also has a concierge service and a ski storage facility, which can be of great help to skiers who need a place to store their gear during the day.
The Hythe Vail
Located at the base of Vail Mountain in Lionshead Village, The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, is a modern alpine retreat. Its $40 million reimagining of a former Marriott property, offers 344 rooms and suites in a new building that is infused with an apothecary-inspired approach to wellness.
The design and decor of The Hythe is designed to evoke a sense of pioneering spirit, camaraderie, and a shared love of skiing. California-based interior designers Mark Wilson and Yoko Ishihara embraced the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains to create a majestic design scheme punctuated with glamorous 1960’s touches, ski references and historic ski art.
Rooms and suites are designed with warm grays and natural tones with wood accents. Several feature working fireplaces and private balconies with resort, village or mountain views.
In keeping with Vail’s origins, the hotel pays homage to the ski area’s founders Earl Eaton and Pete Seibert and the early years of the ski era in a large mural in the lobby. It shows a photo of Vail mountain, framed with notes and markings that the two men made when planning out the ski slopes.
As for recreation, The Hythe has its own ski school and an onsite gondola that is just steps away from the hotel. It also has a great restaurant and cool bar scene to tuck into after a day on the slopes.
For a more relaxing experience, head to the Well & Being Spa where you’ll find an apothecary-style approach to wellness. The spa’s sweet spruce and fir aromatherapy blends with the mountains to bring you closer to your inner nature.
If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a meal or drink, the hotel has four different dining concepts, including Margie’s Haas which features hearty American cuisine. The bar also has a one-of-a-kind partnership with the local 10th Mountain Whiskey and Spirit Company, which will offer guests a selection of bourbon, rye, vodka, brandy, moonshine and American single malt whiskey expressions.
The Hythe also has its own grab-and-go concept, called Mountain Ration, inspired by the M-rations that the 10th Mountain Division soldiers would receive during winter combat or alpine training. This is a great way to fuel up for a day of skiing or snowboarding and is available during the afternoons.
Vail Residences at Cascade Village
Located at the base of Vail Mountain and along the banks of Gore Creek, Vail Residences at Cascade Village is an ideal playground for all-season adventure. With pleasantly warm summers and cool autumns, guests enjoy hiking, biking and fishing in the surrounding area as well as exploring the nearby village.
In winter, the area becomes a snowy wonderland with world-class skiing and snowboarding accessible via on-property chairlift. When it’s time to relax, guests can soak up the sun by the outdoor pool, get a massage at the resort’s spa, or try some of the award-winning dining options in the surrounding area.
These upscale three to five bedroom private residences offer a full range of accommodations for guests looking to experience the comfort and convenience of home while still enjoying all the exclusive amenities offered at the Grand Hyatt Vail hotel. Situated within a short walk of the main hotel facilities and offering easy access to the slopes by the on-property chairlift, they are the perfect choice for vacationers seeking the best of both worlds: an authentic mountain retreat with all the benefits of a luxury resort.
Rooms at this property feature kitchens with refrigerators and ovens, as well as 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming. Additional amenities include phones, desks and coffee/tea makers.
This property is a great choice for families. It has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. It also provides a sauna and a fitness center.
There is also a bar on site. Guests liked that the hotel was conveniently located near Vail Mountain and that it had easy access to restaurants and shopping.
The staff were friendly and helpful, and they were happy to recommend local restaurants. They also said that the hotel had a great selection of rooms and was very clean.
Those who stayed here appreciated that they were close to the ski lifts, and the rooms were spacious enough for their needs. They also thought that the ski concierge service was great, and the restaurant in the hotel was good. They also liked the fact that the hotel had a gym and was very convenient.
Sonnenalp
As the name suggests, the Sonnenalp is a bit of Bavarian chalet style woven into the fabric of this ski town. Wide archways, shingled rooftops, shuttered windows and wooden balconies make the hotel seem pulled straight from a German ski town. Inside, exposed wooden beams cross ceilings and sturdy wood furnishings fill the spaces.
Each of the 112 luxury suites features a bedroom and a delightfully comfortable living room area. They also come with custom-made Bavarian furniture, a gas log fireplace and large bathrooms with heated floors. The views of either Gore Creek or Vail Village are spectacular.
The service is excellent and the staff are warm and welcoming, making you feel like family throughout your stay. They will send a simple text to check in on how you are enjoying your stay and are quick to solve any problems that might arise.
Its central location in Vail makes it a great starting point to the high country’s best dining and shopping. Plus, it is steps away from the lifts and gondola access to skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer.
This Vail Colorado hotel offers all the amenities you’d expect to find in a top-tier resort, including a spa, outdoor and indoor pools and whirlpools. The rooms are also spacious, with robes and slippers and complimentary high-speed internet.
There are four restaurants to choose from, ranging from traditional European cuisine at Swiss Chalet to Southwestern-inspired fare at Bully Ranch. Ludwig’s Restaurant offers a glass-enclosed terrace overlooking the creek, while King’s Club draws a slightly older crowd with live music.
Guests can also enjoy daily yoga and Pilates classes in the spa, and the golf course is conveniently located nearby. This resort also features an outdoor pool and hot tub, along with a fitness center and sauna.
Through five generations of family ownership, the Sonnenalp has brought a little bit of Bavaria’s alpine charm to the heart of Vail. With its sweeping views, cozy Bavarian style lodging and pampering spa, this hotel has won praise from publications like Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler.