Mountain Village Big Sky, Montana
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Big Sky ResortFoundational slopeside depot
This is Big Sky's original base lodge, keeping things straightforward with ski-in, ski-out access right beside the Explorer lift.
What it’s good at
Notable
Solace Spa recovery therapies paired with heated outdoor pool and mountain-view hot tubs.
What they say
Also in AFAR.
Refreshed accommodations under the renovation also include 2021 renovations of Big Sky’s historic Huntley Lodge and the slope-side Summit Hotel.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Mountain Village surrounds the lodge, putting the main gondola and base trailheads right outside the door.
The rooms
Custom wood furnishings fill the bedrooms, and multi-level loft units add extra bunks for ski groups.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor pool
A heated outdoor pool and hot tubs sit directly slopeside, looking out toward snow-covered slopes and Lone Peak.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Chet's Bar and Grill serves Montana fare sourced from local regenerative farms beneath high timber-framed ceilings.
How it began

NBC news anchor Chet Huntley founded Big Sky in 1973, building this address as the resort's original lodge.
Good to know
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Huntley Lodge
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.