Art-filled alpine hangout
Contemporary art fills the public spaces, creating a lively social scene with its own slopeside ski lounge.
“This boutique hotel in Vail Village welcomes you with a contemporary take on mountain chic; a sleek, modern fireplace greets you in the lobby.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Cantilevered alpine architecture displaying museum-caliber abstract sculptures and paintings by Manuel Felguérez.
Notable
Late-night izakaya dining, cocktail lounge jazz sets, and fireside reading in the Library.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The Sebastian - Vail, as luxurious as it is, brings some much-needed youthful energy and boutique-style design to this classic Colorado ski town.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Pedestrian lanes run right outside the doors, and the lifts at Gondola One are a quick stroll away.
The rooms
Rooms feature Egyptian cotton linens and dedicated sitting areas. Multi-bedroom suites add private balconies, fireplaces, and full kitchens.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A year-round heated pool is framed by stone waterfalls and flanked by four outdoor hot tubs.
The spa and gym
Bloom Spa offers high-altitude adjustment treatments and eucalyptus steam rooms, beside a wood-paneled fitness center.
Dogs stay too.
The Gambit Bar
Craft cocktails and small plates are served beneath chandeliers, accompanied by live sets from Vail Valley musicians.
At the table
Zuma serves charcoal-grilled robata dishes and premium sake to DJ sets. Mornings begin with seasonal breakfast classics.
How it began
The property opened in 2011, deliberately replacing typical Bavarian lodge styling with sharp, cantilevered geometric architecture.
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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.