From Secret Speakeasies to Pasta-Making Workshops, 6 New Ski Hotels Raising the Bar

For those of us who love experiencing new hotels, the mere mention of new lodges debuting in ski towns lights up our pleasure centers almost as much as a rope drop on a powder day. There’s just something about falling asleep to the sound of snowcats grooming the slopes and waking up to a fresh dusting on the window sill that gets us totally fired up.

The good news is that the flurries are starting to fly, snowmaking machines are sputtering to life, and lifts will soon start spinning, which means winter is just around the corner. And with it, a crop of new hotels has arrived on the scene, ready to elevate your ski trip. From an adventure-centric Tahoe crash pad to a fancy Italian getaway worthy of royalty, here are a few of our favorite newbies for the 2025-’26 ski season.

6 New Ski Hotels for the 2025-’26 Winter

Italian Charm Meets Modern Amenities

Aman Rosa Alpina, San Cassiano, Italy

Set in the Dolomite-rimmed village of San Cassiano, in northern Italy, the legendary Rosa Alpina has been reborn as Aman Rosa Alpina, marking one of the most anticipated hotel debuts of the year. Originally opened in 1939, the Alpina partnered with Aman in 2020 and reopened in July 2025 after a multiyear, down-to-the-studs glow up that has elevated this 51-room property to new heights of alpine luxury, while maintaining a strong sense of place rooted in South Tyrolean tradition. Five dining concepts, including the Il Salotto Bar, offer everything from morning pastries to the best pizza in the region, and the new, two-story, 18,000-square-foot Aman Spa—complete with hydrotherapy pools, saunas, and an extensive wellness menu—will revive weary skiers after a day of exploring the Dolomiti Super Ski’s 750 miles of trails or the region’s epic couloirs. Alpina devotees need not worry about the property losing its charm. The hotel’s third-generation owners, the Pizzinini family, remain onsite as hosts to ensure the property’s legendary hospitality continues. (Rooms start at $1,800)

Endless Adventure with an Exclusive Vibe

One&Only Moonlight Basin, Big Sky, Mont.

Over the past couple of years, a flurry of new hotels and restaurants have opened in Big Sky, making it one of the hottest ski destinations in the country. The latest addition is the One&Only Moonlight Basin, a swank 73-room resort with 19 cabins and a collection of 4- to 6-bedroom private homes that opens November 18. It’s no surprise the high-end hospitality brand chose Big Sky for its first American outpost: the property, bordered by thousands of acres of pristine wilderness, sits on 240 private acres—crisscrossed by 15 miles of trails for fat-tire biking and Nordic skiing—among one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. The hotel itself pulls out all the stops: a Michelin-starred chef, gem-infused spa treatments, an observatory, and a private, heated gondola that ferries skiers to Madison Base, and Big Sky’s 5,850 acres beyond. Our favorite amenity? The Moonshack, a secret speakeasy tucked into the woods that serves up a cigar menu, 50 whiskeys from around the world, and a firepit perfect for checking out the stars. This is Big Sky Country after all. (Rooms start at $1,105)

A Home Base for Adrenaline Junkies

evo Hotel Tahoe City, Tahoe City, Calif.

Sitting on the shores of Lake Tahoe, 10 minutes from Palisades and its 6,000 skiable acres, evo Hotel Tahoe City is the third hotel from the gear brand evo, which has sister properties in Japan and Salt Lake, if that tells you anything. True to the brand’s adventure-minded ethos, evo Hotel Tahoe City, “is built to be a basecamp to launch into the outdoor sports of the Tahoe area,” says Garrett Clements, the hotel’s general manager. Legendary local snowboarder Jeremy Jones curated the property, and it reflects his love of adventure and the region. Rooms are reasonably priced; a dialed-in gear shop delivers expert ski tunes and top-of-the-line gear; and a knowledgeable staff offers up insider beta, like where to find the best backcountry ski tour on any given day. With bunk rooms, a kids climbing wall, and a cold plunge and sauna, the property is perfect for hardcore types or families. Don’t miss the Sierra Surf Club, the lively bistro with tasty bites and sweeping lake views. Bonus: 100 percent of dining profits go to Protect Our Winters. (Rooms start at $179)

A Family and Community Hub

Kindred Resort, Keystone, Colo.

Keystone is having a breakout moment. Newly incorporated as a town, the village got its own elected government in 2024, giving it more ownership over its future. Months earlier, the mountain unveiled the Bergman Express, which accesses over 550 acres of Euro-style bowl skiing. And this season, the purpose-built base village is set to be revitalized when Kindred Resort, a $300 million, hospitality-driven development, fully opens in January. With 107 rooms, 95 private residences, three restaurants, a private ski club, and boutique spa, Kindred, located steps from the River Run gondola, will bring a new kind of luxury to town. But more importantly, Kindred hopes to help Keystone forge its identity as it moves into the future. The resort’s public spaces will feature art from Western artists and twelve outdoor fire pits, which will gather storytellers nightly to tell tales of mountain lore, are designed to bring locals and visitors together. The goal, says Dan Dohner, Kindred’s general manager, “is to make Kindred the living room of Keystone.” (Rooms start at $599)

An Artsy Retreat in a Classic Ski Town

The White Elephant, Aspen, Colo.

With properties in Palm Beach and Nantucket, the White Elephant is known as a purveyor of a certain kind of hospitality—preppy, five-star—which will fit in quite nicely in Aspen, when White Elephant opens its first outpost west of the Mississippi  this winter with a 54-room boutique property in Aspen’s lively West End. Outfitted in modern mountain style, the property pays homage to Aspen’s Western roots and rich cultural legacy: black and white photos of the Maroon Bells by famed photographer Bob Tabor line the hotel’s walls. The hotel has partnered with Anderson Ranch Arts Center to offer guests exclusive access to its programming, along with a curated art collection on property. Arts aside, guests will enjoy two hot tubs, Lola 41, the brand’s beloved signature restaurant, and a complimentary fleet of bikes, BMWs, and shuttles to get around town. (Rooms start at $995.)

Scenic Luxury in the Swiss Alps

The Grand Hotel Belvedere, Wengen, Switzerland

There are few places on the planet more stunning than Wengen, which sits in the shadow of the Eiger, overlooking the sheer cliffs of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Accessed by a 132-year-old cogwheel train, the car-free village serves up over 130 miles of ski trails, stunning off-piste routes (including down the longest glacier in Europe) and one of the most storied World Cup ski races on the planet. However, for many years, the village, awash in formerly grand 19th century hotels, had no good place to stay. Not anymore. After a three-year renovation, the Grand Hotel Belvedere, under new ownership, reopened in May, revealing a refreshed five-star property with 90 beautifully appointed rooms, three culinary concepts, and a dazzling new spa. New and improved, the hotel is poised to put this charming corner of the Bernese Oberland on the map. (Rooms start at $400.)

An Intimate, Ski-In/Ski-Out Stay

The Inn at Sundance Resort, Sundance, Utah

In 1969, Robert Redford unveiled Sundance Mountain Resort, a ski utopia dedicated to arts and nature. Redford passed away in September 2025, but his legacy lives on. Today, Sundance Mountain Resort is a 540-acre ski hill and creative hive that features year-round cultural programming, several lauded restaurants, and the Owl Bar, the original 1890s bar where Butch Cassidy hung out. This winter, the resort unveils the Inn at Sundance Resort, a soulful ski-in/ski-out property with 63 rooms, 95 private residences, the Living Room, its gathering space, and a wraparound porch with a stunning view of 12,000-foot Mt. Timpanogos. The Inn makes the perfect launch pad for enjoying all that Sundance has to offer including nine new ski runs, a 144-seat screening room that draws the likes of Quentin Tarantino, and the Bluebird Café which hosts a year-round lineup of acclaimed musicians. All of this earned Sundance Mountain Resort a Michelin Key in 2024. (Reservations open in November; rooms start at $779)