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Lift House Lodge is a small building of studio condos on East Lionshead Circle, one block from the Eagle Bahn Gondola and the Born Free Express lift. It suits couples, solo skiers and small families who would rather be close to the lifts than pay for hotel extras, and it is one of the few Lionshead addresses that takes dogs.

The studios are individually owned and rented through Vail Management Company, so furnishings vary from one to the next, but the layout is the same idea throughout: one room with a sitting area, a kitchenette, a bathroom and a private balcony.

Location and lifts

The gondola is a one-block walk from the front door, which is close but not ski-in/ski-out. The shops and restaurants of Lionshead Village are a few minutes away on foot, and the free Town of Vail bus runs to Vail Village, so a car is optional once you arrive.

The studios

A typical studio sleeps four on a king bed and a queen sofa sleeper, with one bathroom and a gas fireplace that runs in winter. The kitchenette covers breakfast and simple dinners rather than a big cook. There is no air conditioning, so summer evenings mean opening the balcony door to the mountain air.

In the building

The fourth-floor rooftop hot tub is the place to be after a ski day, with views toward the mountain. An elevator serves every floor, and there is a coin-operated laundry and free Wi-Fi. Lionshead Jewelers shares the building's address.

Before you book

There is no on-site guest parking, so plan on the paid Lionshead Parking Structure nearby, or leave the car at home. Dogs are welcome, up to two per reservation, for a nightly fee. The front desk keeps daytime hours, and late arrivals are sent entry instructions ahead of time. The FAQ below has the details.

Sources: Lift House Lodge, Vail Management Company building page, pet-friendly studio. Checked September 24, 2026.

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555 E Lionshead Cir
Vail, 81657

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About Lift House Lodge

Quick answer: Lift House Lodge is a studio condominium lodge at 555 E Lionshead Cir, Vail, CO 81657. Pet-friendly studio condos a block from the Eagle Bahn Gondola in Lionshead, with kitchenettes, fireplaces, balconies and a rooftop hot tub.

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Lift House Lodge is a small building of studio condos on East Lionshead Circle, one block from the Eagle Bahn Gondola and the Born Free Express lift. It suits couples, solo skiers and small families who would rather be close to the lifts than pay for hotel extras, and it is one of the few Lionshead addresses that takes dogs.

The studios are individually owned and rented through Vail Management Company, so furnishings vary from one to the next, but the layout is the same idea throughout: one room with a sitting area, a kitchenette, a bathroom and a private balcony.

Location and lifts

The gondola is a one-block walk from the front door, which is close but not ski-in/ski-out. The shops and restaurants of Lionshead Village are a few minutes away on foot, and the free Town of Vail bus runs to Vail Village, so a car is optional once you arrive.

The studios

A typical studio sleeps four on a king bed and a queen sofa sleeper, with one bathroom and a gas fireplace that runs in winter. The kitchenette covers breakfast and simple dinners rather than a big cook. There is no air conditioning, so summer evenings mean opening the balcony door to the mountain air.

In the building

The fourth-floor rooftop hot tub is the place to be after a ski day, with views toward the mountain. An elevator serves every floor, and there is a coin-operated laundry and free Wi-Fi. Lionshead Jewelers shares the building's address.

Before you book

There is no on-site guest parking, so plan on the paid Lionshead Parking Structure nearby, or leave the car at home. Dogs are welcome, up to two per reservation, for a nightly fee. The front desk keeps daytime hours, and late arrivals are sent entry instructions ahead of time. The FAQ below has the details.

Sources: Lift House Lodge, Vail Management Company building page, pet-friendly studio. Checked September 24, 2026.

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Amenities at Lift House Lodge

  • Rooftop hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Elevator
  • Coin-operated laundry
  • Steps to the Eagle Bahn Gondola

What guests say

  • 4.5 out of 5 on Tripadvisor (187 reviews · #5 of 40 specialty lodging in Vail) as of October 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dogs allowed at Lift House Lodge?
Yes, in pet-friendly units. Up to 2 dogs per reservation, at $45 per dog per night. Confirm a pet-friendly unit when you book, because not every individually owned studio in the building takes dogs. On Airbnb bookings the pet fee is collected as a flat amount at booking and any balance for longer stays or a second dog is settled later or at check-in.
Is Lift House Lodge ski-in/ski-out?
No. The Eagle Bahn Gondola and the Born Free Express (Chair 8) are a one-block walk from the front door, about 100 to 135 m. The lodge's own site calls that "nearly ski-in/ski-out," and it is close, but you walk to the lift in your boots.
Where is Lift House Lodge, and how far is the gondola?
At 555 East Lionshead Circle in Lionshead Village, in the Lionshead Mall building above Montauk Seafood Grill and Bart and Yeti's. The Eagle Bahn Gondola is one block away. The free Town of Vail bus at the door runs to Vail Village.
Is there parking at Lift House Lodge?
No on-site parking is offered. Use the paid Lionshead Parking Structure nearby, run by the Town of Vail, and check its posted rates, which vary by season. During front desk hours the staff may be able to help with luggage from the structure if you ask in advance; luggage carts are also kept at the lodge entrance in the Lionshead Mall.
What do reviews say about Lift House Lodge?
Reviews vary by unit because every studio is individually owned. On Tripadvisor the lodge holds 4.5 out of 5 from 187 reviews and ranks #5 of 40 specialty lodging properties in Vail (as of October 2026). Guests consistently praise the gondola-block location and the staff, and the recurring complaint is that some standard units feel dated next to the premium remodels.
Does Lift House Lodge have a hot tub?
Yes. The building's hot tub is on the fourth-floor rooftop, open-air, with mountain views. There is no pool. Older reviews that describe an indoor hot tub are out of date.
Does Lift House Lodge have air conditioning?
Most studios have no air conditioning. At about 8,000 feet, opening the balcony door cools a unit on summer evenings, which is the manager's own guidance. At least one unit in the building is marketed as air-conditioned, so if A/C matters for a summer stay, confirm it for the specific studio when you book.
What time are check-in and check-out at Lift House Lodge?
Check-in is from 4:00 p.m. and check-out is before 10:00 a.m., per the booking channels; the manager does not publish the times on its own site, so confirm them when you book. The front desk is staffed daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; guests arriving later receive entry instructions before arrival.
Does Lift House Lodge serve breakfast, or have a restaurant?
No. The lodge serves no breakfast and runs no restaurant, which is why every studio has a kitchenette. Montauk Seafood Grill and Bart and Yeti's, two full restaurants, are in the same Lionshead Mall building but are separate businesses, and Lionshead's restaurants and coffee shops are a short walk away.
How do I book a studio at Lift House Lodge?
Book direct with Vail Management Company at lifthousevail.com or by phone at (970) 476-2340. The rental pool's 28 standard and premium studio units also sell through the big booking sites.

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