Embarking on a ski vacation with your significant other is one of the most romantic things any couple can experience together. Whether you’re serious skiers, luxury travelers, or late-night revelers, love is always in the mountain air.
Imagine topping off your day on the slopes together by taking in snow-laden mountain views from the warmth of a steamy hot tub, followed by an intimate supper or night out on the town. This Valentine’s day, pack your ski bags and head #ToTheMountains for a little romance—and powder. No matter what kind of couple you are—skiing lovers, luxury lovers or nightlife lovers—we can help you plan the perfect Valentine’s Day ski trip.
Start by perusing some of our top resort and lodging options below.
Skiing Lovers – Beaver Creek, Colorado
If skiing is the best part of a ski vacation for you and your partner, take a Valentine’s Day jaunt to Beaver Creek to make epic turns in the Colorado Rockies. After the lifts stop turning, enjoy après in the Bavarian-style Beaver Creek Village. Your Beaver Creek lift ticket also includes access to nearby Vail, providing more than 7,000 acres of ski terrain all together for you two to explore.
Beaver Creek’s Most Romantic Hotels
A skier’s dream, the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek offers ski in, ski out access alongside every ski vacation necessity you can imagine, like hot tubs and saunas at the reputed Allegria Spa. If it’s a bluebird day, sip cocktails in the sun on the Park Hyatt pool deck.
This AAA Five Diamond-rated hotel in Beaver Creek’s exclusive Bachelor Gulch Village, makes it easy to hit the slopes in the morning just by stepping out the front door.
After your last run of the day, ride the Riverfront Express Gondola directly back to your digs at the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa, and head to Spa Anjali for a pampering treatment or yoga class before dinner at Maya—both the spa and restaurant are located onsite.
Luxury Lovers – Aspen Snowmass, Colorado
If you want the finest amenities and services at your fingertips and four mountains to ski, Aspen Snowmass is a world class destination for any luxury ski vacation. Downtown Aspen is home to acclaimed dining, shopping and cultural offerings and it’s all right at the base of Aspen or Ajax Mountain. Located 20 minutes from downtown Aspen, Snowmass Village offers luxury, ski in, ski out accommodations at the base of more than 3,100 acres of diverse ski terrain.
Top Aspen Snowmass Luxury Hotels
St. Regis Aspen Resort offers signature butler service that makes getting on and off the slopes a piece of cake, all so you can conserve your energy for exploring the renowned boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.
The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond hotel offering ski in, ski out access to Aspen Mountain, combines elegant, on-trend suites with world-class service. At ‘The Nell,’ staff goes above and beyond to make sure all your needs are met with a personal touch.
The Ritz-Carlton Residence Club offers ski in, ski out access to Aspen Highlands, home to the most challenging terrain of Aspen Snowmass’s four mountains. Ski valet service ensures seamless transitions between your suite and the slopes and homey common areas create a relaxing atmosphere throughout the space.
Nestled on the slopes of Snowmass, the Viceroy Snowmass boasts luxury ski in, ski out hotel residences. The Viceroy Snowmass offers in-room private chef services, three esteemed onsite restaurants and the impeccable Spa at Viceroy Snowmass.
Nightlife Lovers – Heavenly, California
A Heavenly ski vacation is perfect for couples who love going out. Thanks to Lake Tahoe’s booming nightlife and casino scene, where you can gamble, dance and make merry into the wee hours of the morning, there’s no shortage of places to go and things to see. From live music at local venues to dance parties at Tamarack lodge, Heavenly is the place to be if you want to party this Valentine’s Day.
Lake Tahoe Best Hotels for Nightlife
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers plenty to do day and night, including a 20,000-square-foot casino, lakefront dining and a heated lagoon-style swimming pool. The Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe provides ski valet and complimentary ski shuttle service, plus an onsite rental shop, making it easy to get on the slopes in the morning after a late night out.
Live out your rock-star fantasies at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Lake Tahoe, a Lake Tahoe hotel packed with rock ‘n roll paraphernalia, modern décor and hip suites.
If you’re looking to have a quiet place to go home to at the end of the night, consider the 5-star, Edgewood Tahoe Resort, which is located on the east shore of sparkling Lake Tahoe. Just a few miles north of Heavenly Resort, Edgewood Tahoe offers complimentary, 10 minute shuttle rides to South Lake Tahoe or the ski mountain. Because nothing beats having an 5 star amenities to help you recover from the previous night’s festivities.
Private and Precious – Sun Valley, Idaho
If keeping things low key and private on your romantic ski vacation is a priority, it doesn’t get much better than the veritable home of modern skiing, Sun Valley, Idaho. Featuring a world-class ski resort and the charming towns of Hailey and Ketchum, the Wood River Valley offers its visitors an authentic ski experience with plenty of space to call their own. At Sun Valley, lift lines are basically non-existent and the slopes are wide open, making for the perfect canvas for the skier or rider who loves to carve immaculate corduroy.
Sun Valley Best Hotels
The Limelight Hotel Ketchum offers some of the best proximity to both the resort as well as the restaurants and shops that dot the historic downtown. With one of the best cocktail bars in town and a top-notch level of hospitality, guests can enjoy privacy in a centrally located, luxury accommodation. And did we mention, they’re also pet friendly?
If you’re ready to book your romantic ski getaway call one of our 65+ Mountain Travel Experts, they can help you customize and book your flights, rental cars, lodging, lift tickets, lessons, and more. You can also customize and book your Valentine’s Day ski package. Start by requesting a quote here.