By Andrea Campbell
The Best Ski Resorts In The U.S.
Whether you want your bed linen as white as the snow outside or killer adventure all day long, here are the best ski
resorts in the
United States. The choices have taken in such factors as the comfort and luxury of the lodges, surrounding activities, plus good terrain, lifts and all the amenities, including the ambiance.
Stein Eriksen Lodge, Deer Valley, Utah
Boasting the widest variety of trails, Deer Valley is a hands-down favorite. There is someone to cater to all your needs because Deer Valley has panache. It also has acres of snow wonder---so even the hard-to-please locals are up at morning's edge because this place is about high-end skiing.
Stein Eriksen Lodge
7700 Stein Way
P.O. Box 3177
Park City, Utah 84060
(435) 649-3700
Steinlodge.com
The Peaks, Telluride, Colorado
With its 14,000-foot peaks, lovely aspen-filled canyons and quaint Victorian hamlets that speak to its history as a Western mining town, Telluride, Colorado is a trip. Don't forget that at the Peaks you have access to the Golden Door Spa, one of the nicest ever. Appealing to the expert skier, there is also room and awe plenty for the newer customer as an expansion of 733 acres has created new vistas to enjoy.
The Peaks resort & Golden Door Spa
136 Country Club Dr.
Telluride, CO 81435
(866) 282-4557
Thepeaksresort.com
The Little Nell, Aspen, Colorado
A celebrity haven, Aspen has always had the best skiing opportunities in North America. Found at the bottom of Aspen Mountain is a resort of merit, The Little Nell. With superb dining and 92 intimate, fireplace-filled rooms, it's a good place to relax the bones after a hard day on the slopes. It's a cosmopolitan air without a "stuffy" feeling.
The Little Nell
675 East Durant Avenue
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 920-4600
Thelittlenell.com.
Amangani, Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Overlooking the snow-capped Teton Pass near the Snake River, the Amangani has demanding slopes. An intimate-sized place with a high staff-to-guest ratio means this über resort is pricey but full of amenities. Have dinner at the Asian-inspired grill and relax in a sunken tub before you luxuriate on the massage bed.
The Amangani
1535 N. East Butte Road
Jackson, Wyoming
(877) 734 7333
Amangani.com
Sun Valley Resort, Sun Valley, Idaho
Sun Valley has been the darling of the ski world since the 1930s. It's a less glitzy place and the lodge is comfortable and full of good rooms with roaring fireplaces and soft furnishings. The crisp air is heady and the quality of the trails has not diminished---experts will like Baldy Mountain while beginners have Dollar.
Sun Valley Company
Post Office Box 10
1 Sun Valley Road
Sun Valley, Idaho 83353
(800) 786-8259
Sunvalley.com
The Sonnenalp, Vail, Colorado
If you didn't know this was Colorado, at the Sonnenalp you might think you were in Switzerland or Austria. The hotel has nice attention to detail with heated tile floors, a tub meant for soaking and an attentive staff. Vail is heavily trafficked but the crowds come for a reason, world-class skiing.
Sonnenalp Resort of Vail
20 Vail Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
(866) 284-4411
Sonnenalp.com
The Osprey at Beaver Creek, Beaver Creek, Colorado
An awesome transformation of the Inn at Beaver Creek, the brand new Osprey is a chic alpine resort. Known for being close to famous ski slopes---with a chairlift that seems only steps away from Beaver Creek Mountain. Tons of extra hotel-type amenities: flat-screen TVs, stocked refreshment centers, steam showers and more.
Osprey at Beaver Creek
(888) 485-4317
The Canyons Grand Summit, Park City, Utah
A triple-A, 4-diamond resort, the Grand Summit is livable luxury and attentive service for individuals or families. One of the largest resorts, lodging choices are varied: from hotel rooms, bedroom suites or studios, to sprawling penthouses.
The Canyons Central Reservations
4000 The Canyons Resort Drive
Park City, UT 84098
(866) 604-4171
Thecanyons.com
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About the Author:
Andrea Campbell is the author of 12 nonfiction books on a variety of topics. She is also an e-instructor, editor and columnist who has been writing professionally since 1991. Campbell, the daughter of a builder, writes frequently about home improvement. She uses her degree in criminal justice to write about forensic science and criminal law.
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