Quick Info
Best for: Families wanting ski-in/ski-out. Style: Condos dominate, some hotels. Price: Generally lower than Aspen. Access: Most lodging is slope-adjacent.
Snowmass lodging centers on convenience—most properties offer ski-in/ski-out access or are steps from the lifts. The village is designed around families, with condos that work for groups and easy access to the Treehouse kids' programs. Compared to Aspen, prices are typically lower and the atmosphere more relaxed.
Base Village
The newer base village area offers the most contemporary lodging:
Limelight Hotel Snowmass: The main hotel option in the base village. Modern rooms, good restaurant, direct ski access. Part of the Limelight brand from Aspen.
Viceroy Snowmass: Upscale residences with hotel services. Ski-in/ski-out, rooftop pool, full kitchens in units. The luxury option.
Base Village condos: Modern condominiums in the newest buildings. Contemporary finishes, slope access, and proximity to the gondola.
Mall Area & Upper Village
The older, more established areas offer different character:
Crestwood Condominiums: True ski-in/ski-out from the Crestwood lift. Larger units, older but well-maintained. Popular with families.
Timberline Condominiums: Another ski-in/ski-out option near the mall. Varied unit sizes and conditions.
Top of the Village: Higher up the mountain with great ski access. Quieter but less convenient to dining and nightlife.
How to Choose
For modern amenities: Base Village properties offer the newest construction and contemporary style.
For space: The older condo complexes typically offer more square footage at lower prices.
For ski-in/ski-out: Crestwood and properties along the lower slopes have the best access. Check specific locations—"ski-in/ski-out" varies in convenience.
For budget: Properties further from the base or in older buildings cost less. The free shuttle makes location less critical.
Tips
Condos often work best. For families and groups, a condo with kitchen saves money on dining and provides more space.
Book early for holidays. Snowmass is popular with families. Christmas and Presidents' Week fill up months ahead.
Check the actual ski access. "Ski-in/ski-out" can mean different things. Read reviews and check maps to understand the actual walk or ski to lifts.
Consider Aspen. The free shuttle makes staying in Aspen viable. More nightlife and dining, though you'll bus to ski Snowmass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Snowmass cheaper than Aspen?
Generally yes. Similar properties in Snowmass typically cost less than Aspen. The trade-off is less nightlife and dining.
Can we walk to restaurants?
Depends on your location. Base village properties have walkable options. Upper village locations may require the shuttle.
Are there vacation rentals?
Many. Snowmass has numerous privately-owned condos available through rental platforms and property managers.
What about lodging for ski school?
Base village is most convenient—directly adjacent to the Treehouse kids' center and ski school meeting points.