Vibe
Spread across five acres at Golden Peak, the lodge balances ski valet ease with heated snowmelt pool decks beside Gore Creek.
“Golden Peak ski haven”
BioMed Spa Vail offers massage and organic facials, plus IV nutrition and oxygen bar therapies.
A five-acre mountain campus offering ski valet, heated swimming pools, outdoor fire pits, and Gore Creek access.
Operating since 1965 as one of Vail's foundational condominium lodges at the base of Golden Peak.
At the base of Golden Peak, directly opposite the Riva Bahn lift and steps from Vail Village.
Rooms
Individually decorated condominium residences feature full kitchens, gas fireplaces, and private balconies with gas grills facing Gore Creek or the slopes.
Wellness
Two heated outdoor pools and four hot tubs sit on heated stone decks, alongside oxygen therapies at BioMed Spa.
Backstory
Built in 1965 as one of Vail's foundational condominium lodges, it pioneered residential ski stays directly at the mountain base.
Eat & drink
The Fitz pours Colorado craft drafts beside fireside tables, while Ridge + River Mountainside Kitchen hosts the daily hot breakfast.
The neighborhood
Riva Bahn Express Lift sits directly across the drive, while Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail Village remain an easy stroll.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.