Vibe
Douglas fir timbers and roaring fire pits anchor a lively alpine retreat where guests gather for evening s'mores after skiing.
“Alpine chalet refuge”
Mid-century alpine interiors by Wilson Ishihara pairing textured Douglas fir with regional Calacatta marble accents.
Well & Being Spa featuring a Himalayan salt halotherapy lounge and Normatec compression recovery equipment.
Full-service ski valet, on-site gear rentals, heated outdoor pool, and daily fireside s'mores roasting.
In Lionshead Village at the base of Vail Mountain, a short walk from the Eagle Bahn Gondola.
Rooms
Interiors blend mid-century alpine warmth with regional Calacatta marble accents, carved stone, and views across the surrounding mountain peaks.
Wellness
A year-round heated outdoor pool pairs with the alpine spa, which features a Himalayan salt lounge and Normatec compression gear.
Backstory
Named after the Old English word for haven, the resort honors the 10th Mountain Division ski troopers who helped found Vail.
Eat & drink
Sip local spirits at the 10th Mountain whiskey bar before dining on South Tyrolean alpine fare at Margie's Haas.
The neighborhood
Set in Lionshead Village, the resort sits a short walk from the Eagle Bahn Gondola and lively mountain pedestrian paths.
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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.