How to Find Luxury Hotels in Vail, Colorado

Vail, Colorado has steadily grown in popularity since its beginnings in 1962. It started as a simple ski resort, but was incorporated in 1966. Vail has world-renowned skiing, fantastic shopping, great restaurants and luxury accommodations. All vacation styles can be accommodated in this American ski mecca.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Find Luxury Accommodations in Vail, Colorado

1. Book accommodations at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa by calling (800) 55-HYATT or visiting its Web site (see Resources below).

2. Call [phone] or visit the Vail Valley Chamber and Tourism Bureau's Web site for room reservations in Vail (see Resources below).

3. Book luxury accommodations in Vail Village, which features an historic clock tower, not to mention Vail's shopping district.

4. Sample Vail's hottest nightlife by choosing accomodations in Lionshead Village.

5. Book luxury accommodations at Adventure Ridge to enjoy snowboarding, ice skating, snowmobiling and other activities.

6. Book luxury accommodations in East Vail, which is near the Nordic Center and Golf Course.

7. Take your kids to the Children's Ski and Snowboard School in Golden Peak, Colorado. Buses are conveniently located nearby to take you to Village amenities.

Get Around Vail, Colorado

8. Fly into Eagle County Airport, which has the largest complementary shuttle bus service in the United States.

9. Travel to your hotel on one of two transportation companies that go to and from the airport.

10. Get around Vail and the adjacent communities on Eco Transit. This service is an environmentally sensitive public transportation system.

Know Your Destination

11. Hike the majesty of the White River National Forest, which surrounds the town of Vail.

12. Take Interstate 70 into Vail, which runs east-west and bisects the town.

Explore Vail, Colorado

13. Visit one of Vail's many reinvigorating spas, which offer all kinds of therapeutic treatments for both men and women.

14. Whisk down one of Vail's tubing hills--perfect entertainment when you and your family want a break from skiing.

15. Try a challenge like ski biking. This is a vehicle that is part bike and part ski that you can ride on a nighttime downhill guided tour. It's perfect for those who love the rush!

16. Walk or trot on a horseback ride through the back-country of Vail. Try it in the winter for a unique way to enjoy the snow.

Tips & Warnings

• Contact the ADA Services if you have special physical needs. This service operates wheelchair lift equipped paratransit services, but you must call 24 hours ahead of time.
• Move your fishing expedition elsewhere. Fishing may be difficult in Vail as there are no lakes in this part of Colorado. However, there is at least one pond, Gore Creek, which flows through town.