A memorable mountain getaway begins with more than a comfortable room, especially when lodging offers convenient access to outdoor recreation, dining and the surrounding alpine scenery. Throughout the Vail Valley, accommodations range from traditional luxury hotels and full-service resorts to spacious condominium residences designed for families and extended stays. The Best of Vail Valley recognizes hotels and lodging properties that help visitors experience the region through hospitality, distinctive amenities and thoughtfully designed accommodations.
Sonnenalp Vail has welcomed guests since 1979, bringing a family-owned tradition of Bavarian hospitality to the heart of Vail Village. The luxury hotel offers 127 rooms and suites with European-inspired furnishings, heated bathroom floors and views of Gore Creek or the village, while many suites feature fireplaces and private balconies. Guests can enjoy the Sonnenalp Spa, heated indoor-outdoor pool, several restaurants, ski concierge services and access to the Sonnenalp Club's championship golf course.
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Avon combines mountain lodging with convenient access to Beaver Creek Mountain through the nearby Riverfront Express Gondola. Its accommodations include traditional guest rooms and residential-style suites, giving couples, families and groups options for short visits or extended mountain vacations. Resort amenities include Spa Anjali, a fitness center, an outdoor heated pool and dining experiences that complement the property's riverside setting.
Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort occupies 22 acres in East Vail, offering condominium-style accommodations surrounded by mountain scenery and access to Gore Creek. Guests can choose one-, two- and three-bedroom condominiums or larger townhomes, with full kitchens and living spaces suited to families and extended stays. The resort's athletic club features a year-round heated pool, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness classes and a gym, while the on-site Après Cafe provides a convenient dining option.
Antlers at Vail offers condominium lodging along Gore Creek in Lionshead Village, approximately 150 yards from the Eagle Bahn Gondola. Its 87 accommodations range from studio suites to four-bedroom residences, with features that include gas fireplaces, private balconies, fully equipped kitchens and daily housekeeping. Guests also have access to a creekside heated pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, heated underground parking and ski valet services, making the property convenient for mountain vacations throughout the year.
One Willow Bridge Road brings European-inspired luxury lodging to the center of Vail Village, offering spacious two- and three-bedroom residences with elegant furnishings and gourmet kitchens featuring Wolf and Asko appliances. The property overlooks Gore Creek and features an infinity-edge outdoor swimming pool, two hot tubs, a fireplace patio and private underground parking. Guests also receive access to Sonnenalp Hotel amenities and services, including spa facilities, dining, housekeeping, ski concierge assistance and preferred golf tee times at Sonnenalp Club.
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