Comparing ski resorts is ridiculous because nearly all of them are incredible, but Park City stands…read moreout for how complete the experience feels. The mountain is enormous, the skiing is excellent, and you are staying in an actual town rather than an isolated resort village. I have rented houses in Park City several times, and it has always worked exceptionally well as a home base for skiing Park City, Deer Valley, and Alta during the same trip. Beyond the skiing, Park City has a lively mountain town atmosphere that reminds me a little of Breckenridge or Steamboat. Historic Main Street is vibrant without feeling stuffy, with plenty of restaurants, bars, shops, and places to hang out after a long day outside. The direct connection between the mountain and town is especially cool, and the Town Lift makes the whole place feel unusually integrated rather than separated into a ski area and an unrelated downtown. Up on the mountain, the sheer size gives mixed groups an incredible amount of flexibility. Park City and the former Canyons terrain now form more than 7,000 acres, with long groomers, steep bowls, and plenty of areas where people can spread out without losing the ability to regroup. I do not remember every individual trail from my visits, but I remember the mountain feeling broad, varied, and substantial enough that you could ski for days without repeating the same routine. Another major advantage is the accessibility from Salt Lake City. You can fly into a major airport, reach Park City without an exhausting transfer, and use it as a central point for several of Utah's best ski areas. That convenience matters even more when you are coordinating a group, renting a house, planning dinners, and trying to balance skiing with everything else that makes a trip fun. During one visit, we ate at Robert Redford's restaurant, and I have family members who have attended Sundance several times. That cultural connection gives Park City an identity beyond the mountain, with a crowd that feels energetic, social, and interesting without taking itself too seriously. There is plenty for nonskiers to do, and the town still has life after the lifts stop spinning. Ultimately, Park City is one of those places that makes a ski trip easy to organize and difficult to leave. The snow, scale, town, and proximity to other Utah mountains create a combination that few destinations can match. I highly recommend it and hope to return soon, ideally with enough time to explore far more of the mountain than I managed on my earlier trips.

I didn't realize how large this ski resort was, or how long the trails were, until I went to…read moreHakuba, Japan to snowboard recently. Of the 4 mountains I hit in the Hakuba Valley, the longest trail at best went on for 7-10 minutes depending if you're cruising or bombing from the top to bottom. Park City Mountain side of this resort from the highest blue trail down to the bottom, I feel, could clock a good 15 minutes bombing it, or 20+ just cruising down. Is it harder on my legs to do longer trails? Most likely. Do I spend less time on lifts? I didn't care to calculate the difference lol. I thing I know is that I love the feeling of gliding endlessly over the soft snow, and Park City Mountain gives me that feeling without having to stop for a lift every 3 or 4 minutes. Deducting a star because food at American resorts is absolute TRASH vs what was available at the Japanese ski resorts... #380

Comparing great ski resorts is a little like comparing luxury cars. They are all exceptional for…read moredifferent reasons, and declaring one objectively superior can become a fool's errand. Deer Valley belongs firmly in the luxury family skiing category, with incredible grooming, excellent service, and an atmosphere that makes an already extravagant sport feel even more special. What I remember most is how easy and pleasurable the entire experience felt. The mountain was accessible, the lift lines were manageable, and the trails never seemed oppressively crowded. Every piece of infrastructure appeared to work as intended, allowing us to spend the day skiing rather than navigating logistical headaches. The grooming was especially memorable, with wide stretches of perfect corduroy that made it incredibly satisfying to settle into a rhythm and carve. One morning, I skied the glades with a friend who was far more advanced than I was. I spent much of that session right at the edge of my comfort zone, following him through terrain I probably would not have attempted alone. We made it through, had a great time, and then spent the rest of the day bombing groomers with considerably less anxiety. That combination of technical tree skiing and beautifully maintained cruisers captures what I love about Deer Valley. During these trips, we generally rented a house in Park City and drove to whichever mountain we wanted to ski that day. Deer Valley, Park City, and Alta are all remarkably close, yet each has a completely different personality and style of terrain. That proximity is one of the great advantages of skiing in Utah, especially when Salt Lake City International Airport is so much easier to reach from the mountains than Denver is from many of Colorado's comparable resorts. With a rental car and a little flexibility, you can experience several distinct versions of world-class skiing during a single trip. Part of Deer Valley's mystique comes from the hotels, even though I have never stayed at any of them. The Montage, Stein Eriksen Lodge, and St. Regis all look almost absurdly comfortable, and I can only imagine the convenience of waking up in one of those properties and walking directly into a ski day. I do have a particular fondness for the Bloody Marys on the St. Regis patio and the funicular that connects the hotel with the ski area. Even stopping there for a drink makes the resort feel like a full experience rather than simply a mountain with lifts. Someday, I would love to bring my children here and watch them experience skiing in a place that handles families so thoughtfully. Skiing is an extraordinarily expensive activity and a genuine privilege. Still, it is also one of the most exhilarating workouts imaginable and an incredible way to spend a day outside with people you love. Deer Valley combines that physical intensity with an unusual degree of comfort, polish, and hospitality. It has been a while since my last visit, but I remember the experience warmly, hope to return, and highly recommend it.

Still one of our very favorite resorts - total princess treatment with the friendliest staff and…read moreambassadors anywhere, free overnight ski check, super nice facilities, and best of all, tons of great runs, lifts and skiing. As an added bonus - no snow boarders! Restaurants are really good, too. This year, they added 10 lifts and gondolas, 100 runs and double the terrain. But the snow this week was better on the traditional ones. You can check your gear overnight for $20 either in a multiple day locker or basket check. Finishing 6th day here. Love this place!

Our experience with Shay at Protrans was phenomenal! They were there at the airport ready for us…read morewithin a minute of getting our bags at baggage claim in SLC and the pickup spot was super convenient! Our driver Shay was not only a great driver, and he was so friendly and had fun information to share with us the whole way to Park City. We had so much fun! We can say enough good things about him! The vehicle was impeccable - extremely well-maintained and oh so comfortable. The whole experience from booking to their communications to our call from baggage claim to the ride to our lodge was perfect. Definitely worth it for the peace of mind. Thank you for making our welcome to SLC a very pleasant one! We are glad to hsve our return trip to the airport already booked for later this week.

Very professional, on time, no issues at all Chris was a…read moregreat driver and knowledgeable with the area. Very nice to talk with.

This is one of the best ski resorts I've been to, though may not be ideal for beginners, as some of…read morethe blue runs feel tougher than black diamonds at smaller resorts. This was my first season skiing, and my first time here I made the mistake of going up Gadzoom and Little Cloud chairs and got cliffed out in Little Cloud Bowl with all the black diamonds. I wasn't going to call ski patrol to take me down in the basket like my friend did at the top of Gadzoom after having a panic attack, and slowly, tediously made my way down. It was quite the adventure, looking back. I couldn't believe how long it took and how much distance and vertical drop I covered to get to the bottom; the runs here are some of the longest I've been on. One benefit of this resort over Alta is not needing parking reservations during weekends, which saved my ski day one Saturday I tried going to Alta without a parking reservation, then had to come here after talking to the parking attendant there putting $250 tickets on cars without reservations. The skiable area is massive here as well, and there's a whole other skiable side of the mountain (Mineral Basin) with breathtaking views you get to by taking this conveyer belt thing through a secret mining tunnel. The hoards of snowboarders do cause way more lines and congestion here than Alta, and I had to wait in line for a while for the tram on a Saturday. Luckily I soon found the secret tunnel I won't disclose the location of, and was able to ski at Mineral Basin with no lines the rest of that day. There's a lot more moguls and worse snow coverage here than Alta as well, though this year was an extreme outlier and the worst snow year in 4+ decades. It's a shame the Ikon pass only has 7 days to split between here and Alta, as I used up most of my days at Alta and didn't get a chance to explore all the different areas of this vast resort this season.

I've never been skiing in my life. Snowbird is a beautiful location and the buildings appeared to…read morebe well kept, the lodge and all was clean. I'm mostly thankful that I managed to not break any bones and after a couple tumbles, learned to stay upright, turn side to side and make it to the bottom of the easy hills. The staff was friendly and encouraging and that's all you could ask for. See you at the 2030 Olympics

So disappointed. We were given a double queen when we asked for a king and all these beautiful…read moreviews but we were put in the basement so we have to close the curtains or see all the feet of people walking by. The front desk informed us that they had no "wiggle room" on our reservation. So, if you book make sure you have the room you want before you arrive. Edited my review and gave 2 stars back after spending the morning in the lovely spa. I had the best massage from Rachel and enjoyed the relaxation room, dry sauna, eucalyptus steam room, hot tub and cold plunge pool.

Our family office meeting Altitude 26 was a real success. The Stein Eriksen Lodge staff is…read morededicated and professional. They made our experience smooth and very well organized. The lodge was built in the 1980s and offer a warm and welcoming luxurious environment with ski-in and -out option. Unfortunately, the snow was icy and melting, so limited skiing. My lodge room was spacious and well accommodated with incredibly beautiful views of the mountains and an outdoor jacuzzi. I also enjoyed the warmth of the fire place. The design leans towards a more rustic and comfortable decor rather than modern. I was very impressed by the food served during our meetings. The Elk Medallón were absolutely delicious. The breakfast buffet is also special with plenty of choices including fresh omelets and croissants. This is definitely an elegant and sophisticated destination in Deer Valley. This place is very special from a service standpoint it goes beyond all of your friendly expectations.

We stayed here for Sundance, and the location was excellent. They offer a daily shuttle to Main…read moreStreet from 5:00-10:30 pm, which made it easy to enjoy the festival. The staff was mostly accommodating and attentive. The rooms were comfortable, very clean and spacious. Complimentary coffee was only available for 2 hours, which felt a bit short. We didn't try breakfast, but it was convenient to have an on-site restaurant. The lobby had a nice ambience, we also enjoyed the game room. Overall, it was a great place to stay for the festival.

Felt like I was in a fairytale... first time visiting Park City, UT. The Hyatt Centric Park City…read moreteam are a true delight. Everyone I passed said hello, I was asked about our stay several times. Customer service was on point, the catering team took really good care of us during our meeting. The food was AMAZING! Light and healthy options daily. The meal during our last night was my favorite... beef short ribs and noodles! I can still taste it, it was that good, a food memory I hope I never forget. Elizabeth on the catering team really stood out, her smile was contagious. She showed hospitality daily and kept us all fed and taken care of. The rooms are IMPRESSIVE. I love the fireplace. The patios and the mountains in the distance, fairytale. Full kitchen, washer and dryer made this not seem like a hotel but a home. I wish I had time to enjoy the game room, I noticed a pool table and foosball was in there. Fitness center was a stopping point for me daily, they have a Peloton bike, three treadmills and two ellipticals. Also an area for strength training with machines and free weights. If you plan to do laundry before heading home, no fret on the detergent, the front desk offers it at no cost. If you are seeking a home away from home while in Park City, this is the place for you.

Our sleigh ride and Snowed Inn experience was truly one of the highlights of our trip. It was…read moreabsolutely worth the value from start to finish. Daryl was our driver, and he was fantastic--knowledgeable, kind, and clearly passionate about what he does. Larry and Tug, our beautiful horses, made the ride feel straight out of a winter postcard. Everyone we met was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the entire evening feel special and memorable. Between the cozy atmosphere, the stunning scenery, and the genuine hospitality, this is an experience we'll be talking about for a long time. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a magical winter moment.

We really enjoyed this experience. It was a chilly evening so we were glad they had provided warm…read moreblankets. The sled takes you in between two lifts after hours. It is very quiet and peaceful as you glide through the snow. Perfect for a large group or family.

This is where I asked my wife to marry me!! The setting at…read morethe base of the mountain and the music and lights made for even more fun and the fact that it was snowing made it the perfect night! Will forever have a place in our hearts. Big shout out to the girl working and letting us stay later on the ice because I was too afraid to ask until after it closed and music cut off.

Had a great experience! We had so much fun ice skating with my family . Can't wait to come back to…read moreSLC.

Brighton's a pretty resilient ski resort, still snowing here in mid to late April, despite Solitude…read moreright next to it getting rain instead and having to end their season much sooner. Brighton's so deep in the mountains, it was getting even more snow than Alta or Snowbird late season. Nonetheless, most of the skiable area was closed from late April on, and they had some really sticky slush near the bottom. I went here on the week of April 20th (the stoner holiday) not thinking anything of it, and have never seen such a high concentration of intoxicated, degenerate, drug-obsessed college kids and degenerate behavior. These kids were consuming alcohol on the runs, making fun of, laughing at and humiliating beginners, and couldn't stop chairlift blabbing about jumping people, buying alcohol underaged, and "whippets" or however you spell it, their apparent drug of choice. Having an Ikon Pass and going to Alta that same week, I wanted to find the explanatory factor for the extreme disparity in guests between here and Alta that particular week. I looked online and saw Brighton was selling day passes for only $49, and marketing their late season as an event, "The Meltdown", geared toward younger people looking to party. Most of the staff here were nice and professional, with one exception. This attractive blonde girl working here was rude and standoffish when I asked what time they close, as they kept changing the closing time, seemingly on a daily basis, and nobody seemed to know. Different websites said different times and their closing time varies by day of the week, time of the season, weather, even by lift or section of the mountain, so it was like a Scooby-Doo mystery trying to figure it out. Then to get an attitude like "What... what time do we close?! You're hitting on me?!! You can't think of a better pickup line than that?! You know how many pickup lines I hear a day??" Probably not the right person to be working in hospitality. On the upside, the night skiing and tree skiing were exceptional here when I went earlier in the season, and the girl I took said this was her favorite resort. When I tried taking her to Snowbird she had a panic attack, saying it was too steep, and had to have ski patrol take her down in the basket, so Brighton's probably more beginner friendly.

you will make it to the Brighton Resort after 40 minutes up the Cottonwood Canyon; the best part is…read morethe snow you slowly see as you drive up once you hit the Resort, you will be directed to park (you can reserve parking online), and make your way to the Resort, where you can ski, play in the snow or enjoy the Restaurant aftwewards