Lion Square Lodge at the Gondola
About
Lion Square Lodge takes its full name, at the Gondola, from its position: it stands in the ski yard beside the Eagle Bahn Gondola at the base of Vail Mountain, a few steps from Lionshead Village and Gore Creek. The lodge describes every one of its rooms and condos as ski-in/ski-out, and that is its main selling point.
It works for skiers who want to click in at the door, for families and groups who need a condo with a kitchen, and for wedding parties and reunions that want lodging, event rooms and a restaurant in one place. Hotel rooms suit a couple on a shorter trip.
Rooms and condos
Accommodation ranges from hotel rooms to condominiums, and it is open year-round. The condos make the most sense for longer stays and for groups who would rather cook some meals than eat out every night.
Skiing from the door
In winter the lodge runs a ski valet with complimentary gear storage, and an on-site Charter Sports shop rents skis and snowboards, with bikes and snowshoes in summer. Changing rooms let you ski on the day you arrive before check-in and again after checkout.
Pool, fitness and services
The heated outdoor pool and hot tubs are open year-round, with mountain views. There is also a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk with bell and valet service. The concierge can arrange transportation, babysitting and grocery delivery, and a shuttle runs guests to Vail Village.
Parking and arrival
Lionshead's streets are pedestrian-only, so you drive to the lot behind the lodge; guest parking is complimentary and includes heated underground spaces.
Weddings and groups
The lodge has about 5,700 square feet of space for groups of 10 to 200. The Columbine Room has a stone fireplace and a wraparound deck, the Gore Creek Room looks over the creek and the pool, the Wildwood Room divides into three, and the Lion Square Lawn hosts outdoor ceremonies and receptions beside the creek. The team arranges room blocks, adjacent units for families, group lift tickets and catering through Vail Catering Concepts.
Restaurant and shop at the lodge
Trails End is the lodge's restaurant, a casual spot for tacos, tapas and gourmet Mexican dishes with a deck looking at Vail Mountain and Gore Creek. It is open to the public daily, has live music every week and suits après as much as dinner. Reservations are taken through its website.
The Charter Sports shop at Lion Square Lodge is inside the lodge next to the gondola, renting skis, snowboards, bikes and snowshoes; booking online at least 24 hours ahead brings a discount. Charter runs a second shop nearby at Lion Square Lodge North.
Sources: lionsquarelodge.com, amenities, arrival information, groups and events, Trails End, Charter Sports. Checked September 23, 2026.
Contact Information
Vail, 81657
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About Lion Square Lodge at the Gondola
Lion Square Lodge takes its full name, at the Gondola, from its position: it stands in the ski yard beside the Eagle Bahn Gondola at the base of Vail Mountain, a few steps from Lionshead Village and Gore Creek. The lodge describes every one of its rooms and condos as ski-in/ski-out, and that is its main selling point.
It works for skiers who want to click in at the door, for families and groups who need a condo with a kitchen, and for wedding parties and reunions that want lodging, event rooms and a restaurant in one place. Hotel rooms suit a couple on a shorter trip.
Rooms and condos
Accommodation ranges from hotel rooms to condominiums, and it is open year-round. The condos make the most sense for longer stays and for groups who would rather cook some meals than eat out every night.
Skiing from the door
In winter the lodge runs a ski valet with complimentary gear storage, and an on-site Charter Sports shop rents skis and snowboards, with bikes and snowshoes in summer. Changing rooms let you ski on the day you arrive before check-in and again after checkout.
Pool, fitness and services
The heated outdoor pool and hot tubs are open year-round, with mountain views. There is also a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk with bell and valet service. The concierge can arrange transportation, babysitting and grocery delivery, and a shuttle runs guests to Vail Village.
Parking and arrival
Lionshead's streets are pedestrian-only, so you drive to the lot behind the lodge; guest parking is complimentary and includes heated underground spaces.
Weddings and groups
The lodge has about 5,700 square feet of space for groups of 10 to 200. The Columbine Room has a stone fireplace and a wraparound deck, the Gore Creek Room looks over the creek and the pool, the Wildwood Room divides into three, and the Lion Square Lawn hosts outdoor ceremonies and receptions beside the creek. The team arranges room blocks, adjacent units for families, group lift tickets and catering through Vail Catering Concepts.
Restaurant and shop at the lodge
Trails End is the lodge's restaurant, a casual spot for tacos, tapas and gourmet Mexican dishes with a deck looking at Vail Mountain and Gore Creek. It is open to the public daily, has live music every week and suits après as much as dinner. Reservations are taken through its website.
The Charter Sports shop at Lion Square Lodge is inside the lodge next to the gondola, renting skis, snowboards, bikes and snowshoes; booking online at least 24 hours ahead brings a discount. Charter runs a second shop nearby at Lion Square Lodge North.
Sources: lionsquarelodge.com, amenities, arrival information, groups and events, Trails End, Charter Sports. Checked September 23, 2026.