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The Lodge at Vail was the town's first hotel, finished a month before the mountain opened on December 15, 1962, and it still holds the same ground: the base of Vail Mountain in the heart of Vail Village, steps from Gondola One. Vail Resorts runs it as a RockResort and markets it as a ski-in/ski-out address.

It suits skiers who want the gondola, the village and a full-service hotel in one place, and families or groups who need more than a room: the lodge has 165 rooms and suites, including condos of up to three bedrooms. A full spa, a steakhouse and the village's largest ballroom sit under the same roof, which makes it an easy base for a celebration.

Rooms and suites

Room types run from studios and standard rooms to luxury rooms, an executive suite and one-, two- and three-bedroom condos. The 46 suites have wood-burning fireplaces and walk-out balconies, and rooms look toward the mountain or the village. Housekeeping comes on alternating days, and room service is seasonal.

Pool and the ski day

There is an outdoor pool with a lounge and poolside bar, two outdoor hot tubs, wet and dry saunas and fire pits. A ski and bike valet and a ski concierge handle equipment, and the free local shuttle and town bus route make Lionshead an easy trip without the car.

Before you book

Parking is valet-only at a nightly charge, and a limited number of rooms take pets for a one-time fee; the condos do not. The front desk is staffed around the clock. Rates, fees and pet terms are in the FAQ below.

Weddings and groups

The mountainside ballroom covers 5,500 square feet, which the lodge says is Vail Village's largest, with picture windows facing the mountain. Smaller boardrooms and a terrace handle meetings and receptions, and Cucina can be booked for private breakfasts and dinners.

Restaurants and spa at the lodge

Elway's is the lodge's steakhouse: USDA prime steaks, Colorado lamb and fish, a wine list of more than 350 bottles, and covered and sunny patios for après. It suits a celebration dinner or a drink straight off the hill, is open to non-guests, and takes reservations online.

Cucina is the lodge's breakfast room and bar, a few steps from Gondola One: breakfast before the lifts, weekend brunch in summer, and in ski season coffee in the morning and cocktails by the fire pit. It runs seasonally, so check its hours before you go.

The RockResorts Spa at The Lodge at Vail has 11 treatment rooms, including a couples room with a soaking tub for two, plus locker rooms with steam rooms and whirlpools. The 24-hour fitness center, with a studio for yoga and Pilates, sits just above it. Book treatments by phone or through the spa's request form.

Sources: The Lodge at Vail, our legacy, RockResorts Spa, groups, Vail Resorts lodging page. Checked September 23, 2026.

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174 E Gore Creek Dr
Vail, 81657

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About Lodge at Vail

Quick answer: Lodge at Vail is a hotel at 174 E Gore Creek Dr, Vail, CO 81657. Vail's first hotel (1962), at the base of Vail Mountain by Gondola One, with Elway's, Cucina, a RockResorts Spa, pool and a 5,500 sq ft ballroom.

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The Lodge at Vail was the town's first hotel, finished a month before the mountain opened on December 15, 1962, and it still holds the same ground: the base of Vail Mountain in the heart of Vail Village, steps from Gondola One. Vail Resorts runs it as a RockResort and markets it as a ski-in/ski-out address.

It suits skiers who want the gondola, the village and a full-service hotel in one place, and families or groups who need more than a room: the lodge has 165 rooms and suites, including condos of up to three bedrooms. A full spa, a steakhouse and the village's largest ballroom sit under the same roof, which makes it an easy base for a celebration.

Rooms and suites

Room types run from studios and standard rooms to luxury rooms, an executive suite and one-, two- and three-bedroom condos. The 46 suites have wood-burning fireplaces and walk-out balconies, and rooms look toward the mountain or the village. Housekeeping comes on alternating days, and room service is seasonal.

Pool and the ski day

There is an outdoor pool with a lounge and poolside bar, two outdoor hot tubs, wet and dry saunas and fire pits. A ski and bike valet and a ski concierge handle equipment, and the free local shuttle and town bus route make Lionshead an easy trip without the car.

Before you book

Parking is valet-only at a nightly charge, and a limited number of rooms take pets for a one-time fee; the condos do not. The front desk is staffed around the clock. Rates, fees and pet terms are in the FAQ below.

Weddings and groups

The mountainside ballroom covers 5,500 square feet, which the lodge says is Vail Village's largest, with picture windows facing the mountain. Smaller boardrooms and a terrace handle meetings and receptions, and Cucina can be booked for private breakfasts and dinners.

Restaurants and spa at the lodge

Elway's is the lodge's steakhouse: USDA prime steaks, Colorado lamb and fish, a wine list of more than 350 bottles, and covered and sunny patios for après. It suits a celebration dinner or a drink straight off the hill, is open to non-guests, and takes reservations online.

Cucina is the lodge's breakfast room and bar, a few steps from Gondola One: breakfast before the lifts, weekend brunch in summer, and in ski season coffee in the morning and cocktails by the fire pit. It runs seasonally, so check its hours before you go.

The RockResorts Spa at The Lodge at Vail has 11 treatment rooms, including a couples room with a soaking tub for two, plus locker rooms with steam rooms and whirlpools. The 24-hour fitness center, with a studio for yoga and Pilates, sits just above it. Book treatments by phone or through the spa's request form.

Sources: The Lodge at Vail, our legacy, RockResorts Spa, groups, Vail Resorts lodging page. Checked September 23, 2026.

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Amenities at Lodge at Vail

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Outdoor pool and lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Two outdoor hot tubs
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • RockResorts Spa
  • Wet and dry sauna
  • Fire pits
  • Concierge desk
  • Bell staff and baggage check
  • Business center
  • Coin-operated laundry
  • Seasonal room service
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Valet parking
  • Free local shuttle bus route
  • Steps from Gondola One
  • Ski and bike valet
  • Banquet and conference facilities

What guests say

  • 4.1 out of 5 on Tripadvisor (1,006 reviews · #11 of 30 hotels in Vail) as of October 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Lodge at Vail have a spa?
Yes. The RockResorts Spa at The Lodge at Vail has 11 treatment rooms, including a couples room with a soaking tub for two, plus steam rooms, whirlpools, and relaxation lounges in the locker rooms. Hours change by season (winter: daily 9 AM to 7 PM from mid-December); call (970) 754-7828 for treatments and current hours. The 24-hour fitness center sits directly above the spa.
What do reviews say about The Lodge at Vail?
Reviews praise the location above everything else. On Tripadvisor the lodge holds 4.1 out of 5 from 1,006 reviews and ranks #11 of 30 hotels in Vail (as of October 2026). Guests consistently cite the Gondola One position and the staff; the recurring criticisms are dated condo units, small bathrooms, and every-other-day housekeeping.
How much does it cost to stay at The Lodge at Vail?
Rates are seasonal and swing hard between ski season and summer; Vail Resorts sells the rooms, so the live price for your dates is in the booking path (or through this page's booking partners). Two costs are fixed regardless of rate: valet parking is the only parking, and a daily resort fee is collected at check-in. Expect peak winter weekends to price at the top of the Vail Village market, and midweek summer dates at a fraction of that.
Is The Lodge at Vail ski-in/ski-out?
Yes, as Vail Resorts markets it: the lodge stands at the base of Vail Mountain in Vail Village, steps from Gondola One (about a two-minute walk). A ski and bike valet and a ski concierge handle equipment, so the practical experience is ski-in/ski-out even though the gondola base is a short walk from the door.
Can you rent or buy a condo at The Lodge at Vail?
Yes to renting. One-, two- and three-bedroom condos and residences are part of the lodge's 165 rooms and book through Vail Resorts lodging like hotel rooms, sized from about 746 sq ft (one bedroom, sleeps 4) to about 1,446 sq ft (three bedrooms, sleeps 6). The condos are individually owned units in the lodge's rental program, so layouts and finishes vary by unit; ownership sales are handled by Vail-area realtors, not the front desk. Note that the condo units are not pet friendly.
What restaurants are at The Lodge at Vail?
Two restaurants, plus a poolside bar. Elway's is the steakhouse (USDA prime steaks, Colorado lamb, a wine list of over 350 bottles), open daily 5 to 11 PM and open to non-guests. Cucina, steps from Gondola One, is the ski-season spot for breakfast, après ski, and dinner, with coffee in the morning and cocktails by the firepit at Cucina Bar; it is seasonal and reopens November 13 for the 2026/27 season. Breakfast is served at Cucina and is not included in the room rate.
How much is parking at The Lodge at Vail?
Parking is valet only; there is no self-parking at the lodge. The hotel does not publish the nightly valet rate on its own site, so confirm it when you book. The lodge sits on the free Town of Vail bus route and the free local shuttle, so a car is optional once you arrive.
Are pets allowed at The Lodge at Vail?
Yes, in a limited number of pet-friendly rooms only; the condo units are not pet friendly, and service animals are always exempt from fees. The hotel does not publish its pet fee on its own site, so ask for the amount when you reserve, and book a pet-friendly room specifically, since not every room takes pets.
Does The Lodge at Vail have a pool?
Yes. There is one outdoor pool with a lounge and a poolside bar, plus two outdoor hot tubs, wet and dry saunas, and fire pits. The hotel's own amenities list names a single pool, even though some directories describe two.
Where is The Lodge at Vail, and how do you book it?
At 174 East Gore Creek Drive in Vail Village, at the base of Vail Mountain, steps from Gondola One. Book through Vail Resorts Vacation Planning at (866) 588-6676 or (970) 368-4092 (daily 8 AM to 5 PM Mountain), or online through Vail Resorts lodging. The front desk, staffed 24 hours, is (970) 754-7804; the concierge is (970) 754-7809.

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