Bavarian alpine fantasy
A storybook Alpine chateau anchors Lionshead Village, marked by pitched roofs, hand-painted murals, and a central Glockenspiel clock tower.
“The charm is in the details: working wood shutters, copper drainspouts, and subtle fairy-tale stenciling around the Bavarian Biedemeier-style architecture.”
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The façade layers creamy stucco with rough-cut stone, arched windows, and timber Juliet balconies, and roughly two dozen delicate, hand-painted alpine murals.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
The Eagle Bahn Gondola and an open-air ice rink sit right outside on the cobblestones of Lionshead Village.
The rooms
Guestrooms feature carved-wood headboards and gas fireplaces, alongside marble bathrooms fitted with heated floors and deep soaking tubs.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor lap pool sits on the roof, looking out across Vail Mountain from cushioned loungers.
The whirlpools
Oversized hot tubs look out over the ski slopes, and indoor spa suites hold stone whirlpools and dry saunas.
At the table
Tavern on the Square serves alpine fare under vaulted timber ceilings and opens onto a patio facing the mountain.
How it began
The resort was built in 2008 as the centerpiece of Lionshead, modeled after historic plazas in Salzburg and Innsbruck.
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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.