9 of The Most Luxurious Slopeside Lodgings in the U.S.

There’s nothing quite like finishing your favorite morning beverage, walking out the door into the crisp mountain air, and kicking on your skis for the first run of the day. Even better, your first run is only steps away. 

Such are the advantages of staying slopeside. No hassles about finding a decent parking space near the mountain. No carrying bulky gear to the lodge and trying to find a space to suit up for your day on the slopes, then reversing the entire, exhausting process after you’ve finished your runs. 

These ski-in/ski-out accommodations offer both the convenience and luxury that discerning travelers desire from their ski vacation.

The Most Luxurious Ski-In/Ski-Out Lodging in the U.S.

Argent at Empire Pass, Deer Valley Resort, Utah

Deer Valley guests will catch a fresh perspective of the world-class resort from the new Argent at Empire Pass, which opened a couple seasons ago. The private enclave of 27 distinct, ski-in/ski-out residences offers a family-friendly environment enriched with an imaginative array of recreational and social amenities and personal services. Perfectly located at the base of the Silver Strike Express chairlift, Argent at Empire Pass provides slope-side access as well as a hot tub, fire pit, and loungers on the ski deck. Easily accessible ski lockers with ski valet, daily breakfast, and après-ski are conveniently located on the main level.

Montage Big Sky, Big Sky, Mont.

Nestled in Montana’s “Big Sky Country,” the headline luxury resort for the season is Montage Big Sky, the newest addition to the upscale Montage brand. Open since December 2021, this sprawling alpine retreat offers a refined mountain-experience where no detail is overlooked. The hotel’s 139 guest rooms and suites and 39 residences offer ski-in/ski-out access, including its own lift. Inside, you’ll find the high-end finishes you’d expect from the Montage brand: locally-sourced woods, native stone accents, warming fireplaces and sweeping mountain-views throughout. Guests also enjoy full access to Spa Montage, a modern wellness sanctuary featuring an indoor pool and nature-inspired treatments. For dining and après, the five venues include Italian-tinged fine dining at Cortina and the a fun, casual vibe at the lively Beartooth Pub & Rec, which offers bowling, darts, and arcade games).

The Little Nell, Aspen, Colo.

A five-star, five-diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel, The Little Nell boasts luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, renowned dining, and spacious accommodations. Guests enjoy a cosmopolitan yet intimate ambiance, haute cuisine plus exclusive activities and treatments designed to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit. The property offers a ski concierge team with services including ski waxing, boot dryers, equipment storage, ski tuning, and repair, along with First Tracks. Powder Tours in the Nell’s private snowcat are also available.

The Blake, Taos Ski Valley, N.M.

On a mountain that has welcomed and inspired adventure-seekers for more than 60 years, The Blake at Taos Ski Valley is simply refining the lodging experience. A luxurious 80-room alpine guesthouse adjacent to Lift 1, The Blake is designed to deliver mountainside excitement. The hotel merges history, culture, and art with its vast array of artworks and infusion of the diverse cultural mash-up that is Taos itself. Guest service hausmeisters are on call to attend to every detail while well-appointed rooms and spacious suites help promote welcomed relaxation. Amenities include The Spa at The Blake, a fitness center, ski valets, its signature restaurant 192 at The Blake, a large heated pool, and two hot tubs.

Solitude Village, Okemo Mountain Resort, Vt.

Enjoy the best Solitude Village has to offer in this six-bedroom, 6.5-bath, multi-level vacation rental home. Situated uphill from the Morning Star triple lift and 43North, the Solitude recreation facilities, and the high-speed detachable quad lift, you can walk out the door and onto the Sidewinder trail. Then return home to a game of basketball on your own indoor court or unwind in one of two Jacuzzi tubs. The residence easily accommodates 18 guests in more than 4,000 square feet. For example, the ground level boasts two bedrooms with two sets of twin bunk beds, two baths, a playroom with a TV, a billiard table, foosball, a pinball machine, and a half-sized basketball court. 

Trapper’s Cabin, Beaver Creek, Colo.

If you’re dreaming of a quintessential Rocky Mountain escape, Trapper’s Cabin on Beaver Creek Mountain delivers the kind of off-the-grid ski-in/ski-out stay that feels worlds away. This exclusive log hideaway sleeps up to 10 guests—skiers and non-skiers alike—and can only be reached by riding the Bachelor Gulch Express and cruising down Intertwine to the cabin tucked among the aspens. (Those not clicking into skis can hop aboard a snowcat for the final stretch.) Wake up with the mountains to yourself—first tracks await at dawn.

The Village at Palisades Tahoe, Palisades Tahoe, Calif.

Palisades Tahoe is one iconic destination comprised of two distinctly different mountains now connected with the Base to Base Gondola. At The Village at Palisades Tahoe, you’ll be just steps from the slopes and in the center of all the fun, including dining, shopping, and activities. Plus, it’s just a short drive away from stunning Lake Tahoe. Almost all of the rooms have private balconies, full kitchens, and in-room fireplaces. You also can access all eight outdoor hot tubs, fitness facilities, billiards lounge, and free underground parking. 

Lodge at Blue Sky, Wanship, Utah

OK, this one’s not technically slopeside at a ski resort, but it’s a destination in and of itself. That’s because a stay at the Lodge at Blue Sky is crafted to feel like its own journey, not simply a landing spot between ski days. Set on a secluded 35-acre property in Wanship, just beyond Park City, this Auberge resort is designed to be the heart of your trip, with access to Park City Resort and Deer Valley serving as only a small sampling of what’s available. Guests can settle into the Sky Lodge’s 19 one- and two-bedroom suites, opt for one of the 22 Earth Suites—each outfitted with a private terrace and fireplace—or tuck into a Creek Home, a standalone one-bedroom hideaway beside Alexander Creek. But the real magic unfolds across the property’s broad winter playground, where you can snowshoe through quiet forests, spot wildlife, take a sleigh ride, try fat-tire biking, go ice fishing, mush a dog team, or even take a heli-snowshoe trip into the high Wasatch. Fair warning: the list of experiences is so long you might need a breather when it’s over.

Jordan Hotel, Sunday River, Maine

Set in a spectacular mountain location, the Jordan Hotel is the premier address at Sunday River and offers sweeping views of the resort’s western peaks and across the valley toward the Mahoosuc Range. Located slope-side with immediate access to some of the best ski terrain in the east, the hotel features 186 rooms ranging from studio and standard rooms to three-bedroom suites, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, on-site restaurants and bars along with spa and massage services at the Jordan Spa.