10 Rocky Mountain Hotels Perfect for a Bougie Ski Trip

News flash: You don’t have to fly to the European Alps for an exceptional ski vacation. There are ski resorts with next-level terrain and over-the-top hotels all over the United States, but especially in the Rockies. This enormous mountain range is the largest in North America and, as such, offers more vertical footage, fresh powder and stunning places to stay than most other ski destinations, no passport required.

For a fancy ski trip, it’s hard to do better than Aspen. Book a room at the ultra-luxurious Little Nell, which is adjacent to the lifts and within walking distance of all the best après-ski spots. Guests there even enjoy complimentary first tracks on Aspen Mountain before it opens to the public, plus access to a ski concierge, who can warm up their boots before they hit the slopes. Or perhaps you prefer the lures of Deer Valley and the Stein Eriksen Lodge, where your room might just come with a private outdoor hot tub. For even more ideas—and the ultimate ski spoils—here are 10 of the most iconic Rocky Mountain retreats. (Photo courtesy of Montage Big Sky.)

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Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa (Teton Village, Wyoming)
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You’ll want to linger in the cozy lobby at Teton Mountain Lodge—there are plenty of oversize leather sofas and chairs where you can rest your tired legs, and there’s always a fire roaring in the winter months. Guest rooms are equally comfy, many with gas fireplaces, jetted tubs and boot dryers so you can hit the slopes with toasty toes. Indoor and outdoor heated pools are the perfect place to relax after a long day of skiing (there’s also an adults-only rooftop hot tub), and the award-winning spa offers recovery in the form of Thai body rituals, cryotherapy and more.

Montage Big Sky (Big Sky, Montana)
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The largest building in Montana, Montage Big Sky is also one of the state’s most extravagant. Don’t come here expecting Old West decor—the common spaces are airy and modern, complete with photography of the surrounding landscapes by contemporary artists. All rooms feature gas fireplaces, and many come with private balconies. Stop by the hotel’s buzzy bar, Alpenglow, for après-ski or predinner drinks; there’s often live music, and there’s always a festive atmosphere.

Pendry Park City (Park City, Utah) 
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When in the Rockies, some travelers love to see antlers and wagon wheels and Western ephemera everywhere they go. Others prefer to skip the alpine kitsch altogether. If you fall into the latter category, book a room at the centrally located Pendry, where modern design takes center stage. It’s right in Canyons Village and offers nearly unmatched ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes. Plus, there’s a rooftop hot tub, a chic Japanese restaurant and complimentary après s’mores at the firepit come evening.

Stein Eriksen Lodge (Park City, Utah)
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The rooms at this European-style hotel are nothing short of excellent—they’re spacious, they all feature exterior entrances so you aren’t constantly traipsing through the lobby and some even come with private outdoor hot tubs. Also designed to spoil guests: a famous Sunday brunch, two outdoor heated pools and six Alpenglobes for outdoor dining with mountain views. The hotel sits mid-mountain at Deer Valley Resort, which means that, after a long day of skiing, you can rest assured the rowdy après-ski crowd will continue on downhill, leaving you with nothing but mountain serenity.

The Hythe Vail, a Luxury Collection Resort (Vail, Colorado)
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Vail has long been loved for its Bavarian-style village, and this hotel in the center of the action offers an elevated, European sense of hospitality that fits right in. Revel Lounge is known for its cocktails (the chai hot toddy is a favorite) as well as shareable snacks like truffle-and-Parmesan arancini that are perfect for an après-ski treat. When it’s time to retreat for the evening, opt for a room that comes with a private outdoor terrace and firepit.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch (Avon, Colorado)
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Traveling with little ones but still want to stay somewhere nice? Consider this Beaver Creek favorite, which offers an in-room camping experience (complete with s’mores!) that kids—and kids at heart—will find positively enchanting. Skiers will have everything they need on-site, including a ski concierge, a ski shop with rental equipment and even a Beaver Creek lift ticket office. After a day on the slopes, there’s a gastropub with regional microbrews and a 21,000-square-foot spa with a rock-lined grotto.

Viceroy Snowmass (Snowmass Village, Colorado)
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If contemporary elegance is what you seek, look no further than the ski-in, ski-out Viceroy Snowmass. This popular resort has a stellar location just steps from the lifts, and it also commands a large pool deck complete with fire pits and sweeping views of the surrounding peaks. Book a treatment at the 7,000-square-foot spa, which offers a wide range of holistic services, including signature rituals that incorporate locally harvested botanicals.

The Little Nell (Aspen, Colorado)

There’s no shortage of luxe hotels in Aspen, but the only one that can officially call itself a ski-in, ski-out property is The Little Nell. Set right next to the gondola at Aspen Mountain, this sophisticated stay offers a central location that still feels exceedingly intimate. The 92 rooms, which always seem in high demand, are modern, with sleek furniture, contemporary art and gas log fireplaces made from locally sourced stone. Downstairs, there’s Ajax Tavern, the hottest après spot in town thanks to its view of the slopes (and addictive truffle fries).

Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge (Telluride, Colorado)

With thoughtful touches including gas fireplaces, kitchenettes with Viking stoves and spacious living rooms where your entire group can gather, this luxury lodge offers a particularly homey feel that sets it apart from many ski hotels in the Rockies. Stretch out in your two- or three-bedroom residence, and take advantage of services like complimentary airport transfers, pre-arrival grocery shopping and delivery, and a weekly social hour with free margaritas. There’s even a 24-hour game room and a spa with oxygen lounges to combat the altitude.

Sun Valley Lodge (Sun Valley, Idaho)

Compared to some of the larger resort towns in the Rockies, there aren’t a ton of hotels and resorts in Sun Valley. But that only contributes to the air of intimacy and authenticity at what guests fondly call The Lodge. There’s no shortage of activities to keep you occupied there, whether that’s skiing (the lodge offers easy access to the lifts), ice-skating at the popular on-site rink or indulging at the 20,000-square-foot spa. And when you want to head off property, there’s a free local shuttle to funky downtown Ketchum.

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