What to Look for in Winter Mountain Resort Lodging
When you plan a vacation to a mountain resort in the winter, you’ll find that you have a few different options for accommodations. Your lodging options will vary by size, location, price and amenities. This guide will help you sort out the best option for your trip to snow country.
Off-property lodging vs. resort lodging
First, you’ll need to decide if you want to stay at the resort or in another property near the resort. Convenience is the biggest advantage when staying at the resort. In many cases, you’ll have the option to rent units that allow you to ski in/ski out to the mountain. This option also works well if you don’t have your car or a rental car. Generally, you can assume that staying at the resort will cost more than staying off-property, but there are exceptions. If you have to pay for transportation to the resort from off-property accommodations, or if you get discounts on your lift tickets for staying at the resort, you should factor this into your decision-making process.
Hotels vs. condominiums
Whether you stay in a hotel or condominium may somewhat be determined by whether you stay at the resort or off property. You can, however, find condos on and off-property in most mountain resort towns. The differences between the two primarily include size and amenities. In hotels, you won’t be able to sleep more than four or five people, while some condo units have multiple bedrooms for larger groups. For those who want to cook most of their meals and save money by not eating out, they’ll enjoy this type of unit, or something similar like a cabin or cottage. For those who wish to eat all of their meals at the resort or in nearby restaurants, either option will do.
Vacation rental homes vs. chalets
Although there are luxury hotels, cabins and condominiums found in mountain resort cities, renting a chalet or a house will typically be a luxury option. Those with discriminating taste who are traveling with large groups will find that renting a home or chalet will be the most comfortable. Most times you’ll find full kitchens, fireplaces, hot tubs and great locations on or near the resort. In some cases, your chalet or rental home may come with a chef and a housekeeper, making for a truly luxurious experience.
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