Where to stay in Vail, Colorado

Finding a place to stay in Vail can feel a little overwhelming with so many hotels and areas to choose from. I’m sharing my recommendations for places to stay, whether you’re looking for a luxury ski-in, ski-out hotel experience or a quiet getaway in the mountains.

If you’ve ever been to Vail, Colorado, you know how special a place it is, and if it’s your first time visiting, you’re in for a treat! It’s a luxurious resort town with some of the best skiing in Colorado, high-end shopping, and award-winning restaurants. While winters are peak season in Vail, summer is a gorgeous time to visit with lots of outdoor, mountain activities.

The best hotels in Vail

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The Arrabelle

The Arrabelle is a luxury hotel right in the middle of Lionshead Village and close to the Eagle Bahn Gondola. In the winter, they have a magical outdoor ice rink right in the middle of the village.

Why we love it: In Lionshead Village, outdoor ice rink, outdoor pool and hot tub, spa, onsite restaurant, quick walk to the gondola

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Four Seasons

Four Seasons is a luxury hotel close to both Vail Village and Lionshead. It’s a favorite for many with contemporary and updated rooms.

Why we love it: 5 star resort, spa, outdoor pool dog friendly (small dogs)

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Sitzmark

The Sitzmark is a boutique luxury hotel in Vail Village. It’s one of Vail’s oldest hotels and recently went through a big renovation.

Why we love it: In Vail Village, rooftop pool and hot tub, a 5-minute walk to Goldona One, onsite restaurant and bar, locally owned, dog friendly

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Gravity Haus Vail

Gravity Haus is a newer hotel right on the edge of Vail Village. It’s walking distance to Gondola One and lots of Vail’s restaurants and shops. It’s perfect for working remotely with a co-working space and an amazing workout space.

Why we love it: In Vail Village, a 5-minute walk to Gondola One, onsite spa, dryland fitness classes, hot tubs, cold plunge, sauna, cafe, restaurant and bar, co-working space, hot tubs, dog friendly

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Piney River Ranch

If you’re looking for a glamping, summer camp vibe, Piney River Ranch is it. It’s unlike any of the other places in Vail to stay, but if you’re into the outdoors, hiking, camping, and canoeing, this is your place.

While it’s in Vail, it’s a 45-minute drive from Vail on a mountain dirt road with no cell service, so it’s certainly not for everyone.

Why we love it: glamping yurts, incredible mountain view, lake with canoeing, immersed in nature, amazing hiking, lots of wildlife

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My favorite restaurants in Vail

• Sweet Basil
• Mountain Standard