Vail Lodging
Vail has some of the most luxurious lodging in Colorado, and almost all the best options are within walking distance of the ski lifts. Most of Vail’s ski hotels are located in Lionshead Village and Vail Village. You will find vacation rentals throughout the valley beyond the villages, especially in the East Vail area, but there are huge advantages to staying right at one of the base areas, and there are plenty of great lodging options available in each village.
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Top Vail Hotel Picks
The Lodge at Vail
This slopeside ski lodge is best known for its location within just a few steps of the hill in Vail Village.
The Sebastian
The Sebastian is a luxury hotel on the edge of Vail Village. The location and spa are the top reasons so consider staying at the Sebastian. This is one of the first properties that you will encounter if you exit the main Vail roundabout and head towards the mountain.
The Arabelle
This has been one of Vail’s most popular luxury hotels for decades now. Some units are privately owned, but all of them are located within easy walking distance of the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead Village.
Solaris
Solaris is located above the main central square in Vail Village and above the luxury shops and dining that surround the ice rink. It takes about 5-6 minutes to walk to the lifts from here.
The Four Seasons Vail
This is one of the larger luxury hotels in the Vail Valley and it lives up to the brand’s reputation. The lifts are a bit more than a 5 minutes walk from here. This is one of the farthest Vail Village hotels from the lifts.
Sonnenalp Vail
This lodge is on the corner of Vail Rd. and E. Meadow Dr., and this puts it right on the edge of Vail Village, nearby the Sebastian and the Four Seasons.
The Antlers at Vail
The lodge makes our list because of it’s proximity to the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead Village. Other perks here include pet-friendly rooms and a pool/hot tub area that faces the hill right by the slopes.
The Ritz-Carlton Club
This is one of the newer places to stay in Vail and it has a distinct yellow color and European architecture. Accommodations here are among the most expensive in Lionshead Village.
Grand Hyatt Vail
Direct access to Chair #20 gives skiers and snowboarders who are staying here an easy start to the day with no lift line. This is located a short walk down Frontage Rd. from Lionshead Village.
Evergreen Lodge
This lodge makes our list as the budget hotel option in Lionshead Village. This is within walking distance of the lifts, but it will take 5 to 10 minutes to walk to the Eagle Bahn Gondola from here if you are toting your ski gear and children.
Vail Lodging FAQ
The villages are connected by a free bus route that runs every few minutes. Both have tons of lodging and dining. Vail Village gets our vote because of the nightlife on this side of town, and because you will have quicker access to Blue Sky Basin if you start your ski day in Vail Village instead of Lionshead Village.
Top picks from Coloradotopia staff include the Sonnenalp, because of the cool indoor pool lounge area, and the Grand Hyatt Vail, which has a pool and hot tubs overlooking Gore Creek. The Four Seasons Vail also makes the list for having a huge year-round pool.
Book early if you are coming during the ski season. Aim for January, and avoid Christmas vacation time.
Not skiing? April and May will be some of the cheapest times to visit and this is a great option if you are not coming here to ski. This is usually right after the ski resort closes.
Many people who come to Beaver Creek will take at least one day to ski at Vail. However, if your goal is to ski Vail, we suggest you just book your stay in one of the two base area villages here. You’ll have a great experience and walking to the lifts in the morning can feel almost priceless. You won’t save much money by staying in Beaver Creek unless you stay someplace far away from the base area of the resort.
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