Where you stay is as much a part of the ski experience as getting out on the snow. Here’s a roundup of the best ski lodges to consider for your next winter getaway.
The Most Historic Lodge
Sun Valley Lodge
Located in: Sun Valley, Idaho
Nearest skiing: Sun Valley Resort
Though Sun Valley Lodge was recently renovated, kicking back in front of a granite fireplace in the palatial wood and granite lobby still feels timeless. Over 250 archival photos, showcasing Sun Valley’s 80+ year history, decorate the walls. The charming rooms are fully updated, with many now featuring regal fireplaces. The resort overlooks 9150-foot Bald Mountain, where ski runs await. When it’s time to après, enjoy signature cocktails and watch the sunset or venture to the six regulation on-premises bowling lanes popular with families.
The Best Downtown Lodge
Washington School House
Located in: Park City, Utah
Nearest skiing: Deer Valley, Park City Mountain Resort
A sophisticated 13-room boutique hotel housed in an 1889 National Historic Registry landmark, Washington School House is full of surprises. Just off Park City’s Main Street, the rooms are tastefully decorated with both antiques and art. Whether you’re seeking a quiet romantic weekend or a more social vacation, the inn accommodates both. Enjoy a hearty mountain breakfast and share tales from your ski day during après in the welcoming living room, or book a private multi-course dinner in your suite. A heated pool offers another way to relax after a day on the slopes.
The Best East Coast Lodge
The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Located in: Stowe, Vermont
Nearest skiing: Stowe Mountain Resort
Timberframe western ski lodge meets Adirondack Great Camp at the Lodge at Spruce Peak. Admire Vermont’s highest peak, Mt. Mansfield, from the lobby’s overstuffed leather chairs through the floor-to-ceiling windows. A hot chocolate station and board games provide indoor entertainment or venture out to the slopeside Whistle Pig Pavilion, where a bonfire blazes, local musicians perform, and you can sip cocktails or sample local microbrews. Gain entry to the invite-only speakeasy, where bartenders create custom cocktails, or book dinner at the Farm Table Friday, a multi-course dinner featuring local ingredients.
Newly renovated Penthouse suites boast floor-to-ceiling windows, custom furniture made from local wood, full kitchens, and attentive service from a private concierge.
The Best Backcountry Lodge
Bobbie Burns Lodge
Located in: Parson, British Columbia
Nearest skiing: CMH Heli Tenure
Located three hours from Calgary airport, reached by bus and a 10-minute helicopter ride, Bobbie Burns Lodge offers stunning glacier skiing and expansive glades. The lodge includes a wine cellar featuring British Columbian vintages. Following a major renovation, this rustic luxury setting encourages guests to socialize in common areas. Enjoy foosball, darts, and vintage pinball, or relax in the lodge games room.
The new spa provides rejuvenating treatments, complemented by a steam room, wood-fired sauna, and outdoor hot tub. Following a gourmet dinner, you’ll be rejuvenated for a new day on the slopes.
The Most Private Lodge
Kicking Horse Eagle’s Eye Suite
Located in: Golden, British Columbia
Nearest skiing: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
For those dreaming of a private resort experience, this lodge offers an exclusive night. At the 7700-foot summit lodge, Eagle’s Eye Restaurant serves fine dining from first chair to last. After other skiers leave, Canada’s highest five-star restaurant opens a single luxurious suite for one couple each night, complete with butler service and guaranteed first tracks. After a gourmet dinner, enjoy the snow and breakfast before hitting the slopes.
The Most Spacious Lodge
Lumiere Hotel
Located in: Telluride, Colorado
Nearest skiing: Telluride Ski Resort
Experience luxury at Lumiere’s slopeside suites, designed to make you feel at home. Each suite features a chef’s kitchen, gas fireplace, and comfortable furnishings. Enjoy sweeping mountain views from every room, and if you’re in the mood for socializing, a stone patio hot tub or the hotel bar awaits. The staff ensures a seamless experience with ski valet service and dinner reservations, so you can simply step outside to hit the slopes with ease.
