Vail Hotels: Where to Stay in Colorado
Vail hotels compared by area: Vail Village, Lionshead and Cascade Village. Verified addresses, phones, check-in times, old names and tips for choosing.
Sammie O
Vail is a Colorado mountain resort town with two main lodging areas, Vail Village and Lionshead. This guide covers the Vail hotels we could confirm from more than one source. You will find five main properties, one extra luxury option, and a note on gaps we could not close. Rates change daily, so we do not quote them. Where sources disagree, we say so and tell you to call.
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Where to Stay in Vail, Colorado
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Hotels in Vail Village
Vail Village is the older, Alpine-styled core of town. Two hotels here suit travelers who want to walk to the lifts, shops, and restaurants. Both appear in several booking and travel listings.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
The Four Seasons stands at One Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657, at the entrance to Vail Village. The resort’s own site lists the phone number as 970-477-8600. Booking listings describe a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a restaurant called Flame. Listings also mention ski storage, a ski shuttle, and a children’s club.
Check-out is at noon in two separate listings. Check-in is less clear. One listing says 3:00 PM and another says 4:00 PM. Call the front desk to confirm before you travel. Pets are welcome in select rooms, so ask about size limits when you call.
Sonnenalp Vail
The Sonnenalp is a family-owned hotel with Bavarian-style design at 20 Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657. Two sources give the phone number as 970-476-5656. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM, according to two listings.
Guests can use indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, a full-service spa, a sauna, a steam room, and a health club. The property has several restaurants and bars. Room types run from standard hotel rooms to junior suites, loft suites, and two-bedroom suites. Many suites have fireplaces. This is a good fit for couples and families who want a classic Vail Village stay.
Where to Stay in Lionshead Village
Lionshead sits on the west side of the main village area. Most hotels here stand close to the Eagle Bahn Gondola. Three properties on our list are in Lionshead.
The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail
The Hythe is at 715 West Lionshead Circle, Vail, CO 81657. Many older listings still call this building the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort. The resort went through a major renovation and now carries the Hythe name. The front desk number is 970-476-4444, and the desk is open around the clock.
Three sources agree on check-in at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a spa, a fitness center, restaurants, bars, and room service. Parking is a paid service, so ask the hotel about current charges. Pets are allowed with a fee, so confirm the policy first.
Antlers at Vail
Antlers at Vail is a condominium-style lodge at 680 Lionshead Place, Vail, CO 81657. The hotel opened in 1972. The press sheet places the building about 150 yards from the gondola. Units range from studios to four-bedroom condominiums, and many have full kitchens and fireplaces.
Guests can use a heated outdoor pool, two hot tubs, a sauna, and a fitness room. The kitchens make this a practical pick for families and groups on longer stays. Times need a call. Check-in starts at 4:00 PM in both sources. The hotel’s press sheet gives conflicting check-out times of 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, and a booking site lists 10:00 AM. The front desk hours on one listing end at 10:00 PM, so tell the hotel if you will arrive late.
The old version of this post claimed Antlers has a bowling alley. We could not confirm this in any source, so we removed the claim.
The Arrabelle at Vail Square
The Arrabelle is a RockResort property at 675 Lionshead Place, Vail, CO 81657. We found only one detailed listing, so treat the details as unconfirmed. The listing shows check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out before 11:00 AM, a spa, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a restaurant. The listing also says the hotel is connected to a Lionshead shopping area and stands near the gondola. The same listing says pets are not allowed except service animals. Call the hotel to verify before you book.
Hotels in Vail Near the Slopes: The Grand Hyatt
One large resort sits west of the two main villages, along Gore Creek in Cascade Village.
Grand Hyatt Vail
The Grand Hyatt Vail stands at 1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail, CO 81657. Two sources list 285 rooms. Hyatt describes the resort as ski-in and ski-out, with on-site ski and snowboard rentals. The hotel also has a spa, a pool, a fitness center, and a restaurant. Dogs are welcome with a fee and limits, so check the pet policy.
One booking listing gives check-in at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. We found two different phone numbers across listings, so we do not print one here. Use the number on your booking confirmation.
Names on older travel sites can confuse. The hotel began as the Vail Cascade Resort. The next name was Hotel Talisa, a Marriott Luxury Collection hotel, and then the Grand Hyatt Vail in July 2019. If you see Cascade or Talisa in a listing for 1300 Westhaven Drive, this is the same building.
Vail Hotel Names with Old and New Versions
Two renames matter when you search. The Hythe was the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort. The Grand Hyatt was the Hotel Talisa and the Vail Cascade. Booking pages sometimes mix old and new names, so match the street address before you pay.
We also saw reports of the Sitzmark Lodge in Vail Village. A Vail Daily story says new owners renovated the 36-room lodge. We found no second source with current details, so we did not list the lodge as a pick. If you like small lodges, call the Sitzmark and ask about room types and dates.
How to Choose Where to Stay in Vail
Pick your base by what you want to do. Vail Village has the most traditional feel and the Sonnenalp and Four Seasons. Lionshead has the Hythe, Antlers, and the Arrabelle, all close to the gondola area. The Grand Hyatt offers ski-in and ski-out access with a quieter setting.
Families who want kitchens should start with Antlers. Travelers who want a spa day should look at the Four Seasons, Sonnenalp, Hythe, and Grand Hyatt. All of these list a spa. Travelers who want to skip a car should choose Vail Village or Lionshead, where the town describes the villages as walkable.
Hotels in Vail often add resort fees, parking charges, and pet fees on top of the room rate. Ask for the full total before you book. We do not quote any charges here because they change by season.
Getting Around Vail Without a Car
The Town of Vail says its buses are free to ride year round. The bus serves Vail Village, Lionshead, Vail Mountain, and select neighborhood stops. The town publishes separate summer and winter schedules, so check the schedule for your dates. Core Transit also runs free rides between Vail and nearby towns such as Avon, Edwards, and Beaver Creek.
Vail’s tourism site describes the town as designed to explore on foot. Large parking structures serve both Vail Village and Lionshead. The Town of Vail posts live parking availability on its site. In winter, the town runs a parking program, so check the town website for current rules before you arrive.
Things to Know About the Ski Season
Snow decides the season. In 2026, Vail Mountain moved its closing day up by 11 days to April 8 after warm weather cut the snowpack. A late-season trip can work, but check lift status before you pay for a nonrefundable stay. Gondola One serves Vail Village and Gondola 19 serves Lionshead.
Summer is also busy. The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater hosts concerts and events, and the Town of Vail lists summer events such as the Gore Pro Mountain Games in June. Construction on the Gore Creek Promenade was scheduled in spring 2026, so ask your hotel about current work near your room.
What We Checked
We compared official hotel pages, booking listings, travel sites, local news, and Town of Vail pages. We kept details only when at least two sources agreed. We marked the Arrabelle as unconfirmed because we found one detailed listing. We removed the old claim about Antlers having a bowling alley. We left out every price, resort fee, and drive time because we could not source them. Call each hotel to confirm hours, pet rules, and fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best hotels in Vail, Colorado?
Well-reviewed options in our guide include the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, the Sonnenalp, the Hythe, the Grand Hyatt Vail, and Antlers at Vail. Pick by area. Vail Village suits walkers, while Lionshead puts you close to the Eagle Bahn Gondola.
Where should I stay in Vail for skiing?
The Grand Hyatt Vail lists ski-in and ski-out access. Antlers at Vail sits about 150 yards from the gondola, and the Arrabelle and Hythe are in Lionshead. Call each hotel to confirm lift access for your dates.
Are there cheap hotels in Vail?
Vail is a resort town, and we found no budget motel we could confirm. We do not quote rates. Antlers at Vail offers condominiums with kitchens, which can help you save on meals. Compare current rates on Expedia and call hotels about package deals.
Is the Hythe the same as the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort?
Yes. The Hythe is at 715 West Lionshead Circle, which was the address of the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort. The building was renovated and now operates as the Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort.
Is the Grand Hyatt Vail the same as the Hotel Talisa?
Yes. The building at 1300 Westhaven Drive began as the Vail Cascade, became the Hotel Talisa, and became the Grand Hyatt Vail in July 2019.
How do I get around Vail without a car?
The Town of Vail runs free buses year round. Vail Village and Lionshead are also walkable. Check the town website for the current winter and summer schedules.
When is the best time to visit Vail for skiing?
Ski season typically runs through winter, but snow varies. In 2026, Vail Mountain closed early on April 8 because of warm weather. Check lift status close to your dates.
Conclusion
Vail hotels span luxury resorts, family condominiums, and a ski-in and ski-out option. Use this guide to pick between Vail Village and Lionshead, then call to confirm times, fees, and pet rules. Book early for peak winter weekends, and compare Vail hotels on Expedia once you know your area.
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Sammie O publishes Germ Trips, a travel guide covering hotels, restaurants, airport transfers and chauffeur services. The guides aim for practical detail and a clear recommendation rather than an undifferentiated list. Where a town has no good option, the guides say so and point to the nearest one that does. Guides are AI drafted. A small number have been checked against official listings, and those say so on the page.
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