When it comes to the perfect ski vacation where else in the country does everyone consider the primo place to go? Vail, Colorado, of course. There are lots of ski slopes in California and North Carolina, but you can hit all the slopes in the country and you’ll never find skiing as great as it is in Colorado. Finding that perfect resort to stay in during that perfect skiing Vail, Colorado vacation is of paramount importance. And there are some totally awesome resorts to stay in.
It will all depend on what it is you want to do the most when it comes time to select which Vail resort or hotel you stay in. You could stay at a resort that is close to a skiing school and save yourself the inconvenience of trying to drive to them. If you’re already comfortable skiing, then picking a resort that’ll be close to the slopes you want to ski in will be the choice to make. There are also great places to stay if shopping or enjoying the beautiful outdoor scenery is what you want too.
There are six basic areas where you can find Vail ski resorts to fit your needs:
- Vail Village has access to the high speed Vista Bahn chair and is the epicenter of great dining and shopping. Unique features of Vail Village are heated walkways and no cars.
- Cascade Village has it’s own chair lift to Vail Mountain with ski in/ski out convenience as well as awesome accommodation choices.
- Sandstone is just across the valley from Vail Mountain and is an affordable place to stay. Free bus service to the mountain base and the awesome pedestrian bridge gives quick access to all the great skiing you could want.
- Lionshead Village is home to the Eagle Bahn gondola and great ski and snowboarding schools. A few of the amenities are free bus service to Vail Village, fashionable shops and some of the best restaurants. It is also home to Vail’s only ice rink.
- Golden Peak is the legendary home for Alpine ski racing. Also home to the ski and snowboard schools for children and a nursery. The parking is extremely convenient and is within walking distance to Vail Village.
- East Village is the place you first encounter when you enter Vail and is at the foot of the Gore Range. The accommodations will give you that neighborhood feel, ranging from houses to condominium rentals. Easy access to the rest of Vail and the chair lifts are via free bus service.
Regardless of where you stay, Vail hotels and resorts are going to provide you with the comfort and convenience you expect. Enjoy that perfect vacation by staying in the perfect resort for you.