獅頭小木屋飯店(Lodge at Lionshead)

I can't say enough about this place. From the moment I arrived, the staff is so friendly and personable, not the typical canned trained staff you normally get from big chain hotels. I was there over Xmas and my boyfriends flight kept getting cancelled and he never made it. Each morning when I would leave for the day, the staff would ask about his arrival. When he didn't make it by Xmas day, Katie (?) invited me to her home so I wouldn't be alone. I mean, how sweet it that? I stuck with my brunch reservation though as I did want to continue to experience the town and cuisine. Still, the offer was so kind. As for the property itself, very nice. I was in a loft room and it was so cute and cozy. There are nice products provided and lots of towels. One of my favorite things is the real key you get...yes, a good old fashioned real key. The property is perfectly situated on the edge of Lionshead Village and short walk into Vail Village. There is a market right next door which is fully stocked with whatever you might need, pricey yes but convenient. If you would choose to cook, the kitchen was also fully stocked. Just all in all what turned out to be an unfortunate situation for me, was made much more pleasant by staying at this wonderful property.

Right where you want to be. We had an individually owned unit that was 2 bedrooms and an upper living/kitchen area. They will help you pick out a unit that is either updated or not (individual owners control this a bit, and the manager is helpful in sorting out quality).

I've spent a ton of money on crappy-value ski lodging, including in Vail. Though this property is 50 years old, it was probably the first skiing hotel I've ever stayed at that had all the makings of a good deal. First of all it's a small place so you don't have a mad rush on the hot tubs or pool each day. The build quality is excellent, the sleep quality was superb. The 2-bedroom was a bi-level with an expansive second floor. Very close to the lift and accommodated very early check-in.

I am always very well taken care of when I stay. Everyone on the staff is very accommodating to every request. The pool area and public spaces are all kept in superb condition. Housekeeping has always done a wonderful job and goes to great lengths to please the guests.

This is one of the oldest properties in Lionshead Village. (They still hand out ‘old fashioned room keys!) BUT the owners have put money in all the right places. The baths and kitchens are updated very nicely. The condos are right-sized. The ski storage is very convenient. It’s quite a short walk to the Lionshead gondola. It is also one of the very best values for lodging. To top it off, the staff works hard to make guests feel welcome. They are first rate.