We rode the gondola from the Main Street and came up here for future ski trip. It was beautiful but…read moresooooo crowded. Free gondola ride with three stops but it was a great exploration. I don't think I'm a ski fan (I tried it and once was more than enough) but still love the beauty I see. We were told that NYE was also crazy busy but didn't realize Valentine weekend would be too. Beautiful nevertheless!

I have this list of resorts to ski at that I have been checking off over the years. I feel like…read moreBreckenridge Ski Resort has been on that list forever. My buddy and I finally made the drive over from Arizona and had a blast skiing here. Breckenridge Ski Resort (or just Breck) is a popular resort that is owned and operated by Vail Resorts, Inc. We have Epic Passes and used them while we were here. Breckenridge Ski Resort opened in 1961 and has a total of 35 chair lifts. It has five peaks that are part of the Ten Mile Range. We stayed in nearby Frisco and made the short drive over each morning. We then took the BreckConnect Gondola to Peak 8 and began our day there. Lower Peak 8 is home to the base village of Breckenridge Ski Resort. There are places to eat, shop and rent gear in this area. For trails, there is a good mix of beginner, intermediate and advanced runs that you can access from Lower Peak 8. Check out Ullr, the Norse god of Snow statue while you are here at base village. My buddy and I are intermediate skiers that mix in some black runs here and there. I personally have been skiing since my teenage years. We spent most of our first day skiing runs off the Colorado and Rocky Mountain Superchair lifts to get our warmup reps in. We then finished our day hitting some blue runs over at Peak 6. There are a number of places to grab food and drinks. We hit Sevens (at the base of Peak 7) for an early morning Bloody Mary. We also grabbed lunch at T-Bar over at base village. But for the most part, we snacked on granola bars and other goodies that we carried in our pockets. We like to grab hotels that have a big continental breakfast so that we don't have to spend a lot of cash on food on the slopes. Day Two we wanted more challenging runs. Some people told us that Whale's Tail is a good challenge and fun to ski on. Whale's Tail is a double black diamond run that has a 604-foot drop, from 12,858 to 12,254 feet. It is nestled between Peak 7 and 8 and you have to take the Imperial Express lift to get to it. Imperial Express is the highest lift in North America at 12,840 feet. Crossing the catwalk in strong windy weather was no fun. But you get beautiful views of the entire mountain from the top of Whale's Tail once you get there. If was worth the challenge and we had fun skiing down it. The rest of the day we took it easy and skied mostly green and blue runs over at Peak 8 and 9 to wrap up our trip. We enjoyed hanging out in the town of Breckenridge after our two days of skiing. The town itself is very charming and has a number of bars and restaurants. Breckenridge attracts all sorts of outdoor enthusiasts in both the summer and winter. Breckenridge Ski Resort has made the town a popular destination for skiers since it opened in the 60's. The town is definitely worth a stop after a day on the slopes.

Valdoro Mountain Lodge is a mixed experience for me overall, I'd rate it 2.5-3 stars…read more We stayed here during New Year's week. The location is definitely a plus it's close to town, walkable to shops and restaurants, and near the slopes, which makes it convenient if you're planning a ski trip. The property is also part of the Hilton Grand Vacations portfolio, and they offer self-parking, which I believe is complimentary. That said, the property itself feels pretty outdated. While I believe some of the rooms have been renovated, the overall facilities, lobby, gym, spa, and general décor could really use a refresh. The front desk area in particular felt a bit drab and not very welcoming. Check-in was just okay. We are Hilton owners (though not at this specific property), and while I understand priority may go to owners here, it was a little disappointing that we couldn't get a better room especially since the property didn't seem very full at the time. Our two-bedroom unit itself was decent. The showers had great water pressure, which I appreciated, but the bedding could use improvement the pillows were too soft for my liking. The bathroom overall was fine, although I personally didn't feel comfortable using the bathtub as it didn't seem as clean as I would've liked. I did like the fireplace in the room which came in handy and the balcony was nice. One downside is that housekeeping isn't automatically included you need to meet a certain stay threshold, which wasn't ideal. The amenities were underwhelming. The gym was very small and not well-equipped. The spa didn't really feel like a spa, and when I tried to use the steam room, it wasn't even on. There are multiple jacuzzis, but one wasn't working during our visit, so I had to move to another and share, which wasn't ideal. They do offer complimentary coffee and hot cocoa in the lobby, but it's only available for a short window and is more of a self-serve packet setup, which we did not like and didn't use. The biggest issue for me was the lack of follow-up from staff. After checkout, I realized I had left behind a small bag of items in the room. I called multiple times and was told each time that someone would follow up with housekeeping and call me back but I never received a call. When I finally reached someone again, I was told the items couldn't be found. The lack of communication and follow-through left a bad impression. Overall, while the location is great and the rooms are decent, the outdated facilities, inconsistent service, and lack of follow-up make it hard for me to return.

We stayed here for 4 nights in a 3 bedroom room. This was so nice for our family since we have…read moremultiple children! Great amenities. They have hot tubs. When we were using the hot tub we were the only people in this area so that was nice. They've got steam rooms, a gym, a lounge, a game room, and some grills out back from the 2nd floor. Also they do have a ski shop where you can rent equipment or buy things like hats, gloves, refreshments, etc. The room was nice. Our bed was comfortable. I enjoyed having both a tub and a shower in our bathroom. The people working here were amazing. Friendly and would quickly attend to any needs that we have. For example anytime we called the shuttle they would be there pretty soon afterward! Seriously the employees here really is what made this place earn its 5 star rating! Great location close to the slopes and close to Main Street for shopping and dining!

Such a good experience here!…read more Great customer service Great facility - bring your bathing suit regardless of the weather Clean ... everything Good food selection from the kitchen Easy to rent gear (ski and boarding) within the hotel and sledding from the front desk Umm every hotel needs a water refilled period! Rooms were spacious and AAAAAAAHHHMAZING!! They gave great recommendations for my kiddos for their first snowboard experience and we loved every part of it!

Beautiful resort! I just absolutely loved the space I was in. Full kitchen and cookware included…read more The fireplace was a nice touch but it wouldn't heat up, I just ended up using the central heat instead. The bathroom was spacious and something like you would have at a wellness center. The view off the balcony of the mountains in the distance is also just breathtaking. The bed was comfortable and had the right amount of softness and firmness. This was a top tier experience. The pool was heated, and the jacuzzi provided much relief as well. Guests seem to keep to themselves but are friendly. Highly recommend staying here!

MVC Breckenridge this was just a stop between Colorado Springs and Vail and because my wife and I…read moreare MVC owners it was extremely cheaper for us to stay here. We had a studio unit had a small kitchen and dining area king bed full bath and a wonderful view. The unit we were in didn't have a washer n dryer but it was rite next to our room. The parking garage is a little tight for bigger vehicles only saw a small area for big trucks or over sized suv out of the garage.

The people are great. It's the facilities that underwhelmed me…read more When you pull up, you're greeted by solid wood doors (see pic). It doesn't matter, but it's odd and kind of funny. I wasn't sure I was in the right place! : ) The front desk staff is very kind. You see the Marriott training at work. The garage -- while I'm sure an excellent thing to have when the snow is falling -- is pretty small...and parking a larger car is a challenge. I stayed in a studio, which has a small kitchen (see pic). It's pretty small. The shower was odd: hot water for about three minutes, followed by 90 seconds of ice cold water. That cycle would keep repeating until you wave the white flag. LOL The heat works well, but see the photo of how the room gets heated -- my son (when we he was young) would absolutely have wanted to touch it! There is a large, outdoor pool and hot tub that I did not use. I saw one couple in the hot tub. The studio was spotless; the housekeeping staff is excellent!

Amazing location, quick access to the lifts and Main Street. Great coffee shop right by check in…read moreand the onsen was a huge added bonus. Staff was helpful and room was comfortable and quiet. They let us keep our gear in our car and access it daily to change in and out of ski gear instead of setting ourselves up with ski lockers which was nice too. The parking was an added 45$ a day but the convenience was too good to beat. Will be back for future ski trips!

Be sure before booking your trip to stay in Denver. No one alerted me about how life threatening…read morealtitude sickness can become. Had to descend because of it. Gravity haus refused to refund me for my 2 nights even though hotel employees mentioned it was a possibility. The manager is elusive and was seemingly too busy to return the call to me himself to discuss it after I reached out multiple times. Not very accommodating in an area where this is apparently a frequent thing, you would hope that maybe they would have been... maybe I should have risked my life for the moneys worth. Hotel is extremely overpriced for the size and amenities, many "fees" charged when you arrive. Do your research and consider an air bnb

We came up for a three night getaway as part of a promotional deal to view the Peak 8 Lodge…read more Ultimately we did end up buying with Peak 7 but I'll review based on our stay. We checked in around 8 pm. Got a very warm welcome from Kyle at check-in and from Graham at Concierge. Parking is easy and convenient. The room was amazing. We've stayed at places from hostels, to rundown roadside motels to five-star resorts and we'd have to say that our stay here was all around great. The restaurant was great for a last minute meal, but didn't have a ton of offerings nor did it have value priced meals. It also closes at 9 pm which isn't ideal if you tend to eat late. The facilities were all great. Had we not bought into the property, we would definitely return again for a quick getaway.

Winter wonderland! We started our trip a little further south, and so glad we drove to this for the…read morelast day. Beautiful, and much less crowded. There are a lot more trails to try out too. We know our little one has a good time when she kept asking to "go one more time"

Fireside inn was a GREAT find. I was coming in late (8p) and leaving early ish (7:30a) so really I…read morejust wanted a safe place to shower and sleep. I found fireside online and it was by far the most affordable option in Breckenridge for a single night so I went for it in a two person dorm, and luckily I happened to be the only one in that room that night! The room was definitely snug but it was cozy and very comfortable and I slept very well. Finding the place was also very easy, they provide very clear instructions and there is plenty of parking at the church across the street (just mind their specific parking instructions and you won't have any trouble). Re: the interior: it's actually a very large place with two full baths and one half bath. I never even saw/heard another guest when I came but again it was late. The vibe was that it was a very comfy, chill place - they have soothing music playing over by the office door where the coffee/tea machines are, and there is a small kitchen and living room area. They had a real fire going in the living room area and there were games and books and lots of "things to do" brochures around, so truly it felt like being in a cozy cabin. I genuinely really loved that vibe. Not to mention it's quite close to the main road - you could easily walk but because it was raining heavily the night I came, I did drive all of 3 minutes to avoid walking 15 in the rain to the bar on Main Street I wanted to go to. They also sent me a text when i came in case i had questions, so they are available to help you. Overall - if you're coming and staying here for just a night or two and all you need is a bed/shower/safe space, this place is GREAT. Admittedly the rooms aren't big (at least mine wasn't), but again as a solo traveler it was fine. Would def rec to friends :)

Cozy, relaxing, charming stay in the Backcountry Suite. The decor is crisp and uncluttered. The…read morebrand-new bed is amazingly comfortable, but so is the trundle Daybed with tons of pillows -- easy to collapse onto after brisk walks in the chilly Breck air! Sturdy, grated outside steps lead to this suite, for safe access and for privacy. The location is unbeatable, just a 3-block walk to town and to all of the shops and restaurants. The "Free Ride" city bus stops in front of the Fireside Inn, and can take you to the Gondola and Breck Station, if you don't feel like making the 7-minute walk. [Tip: Epic Mountain Express shuttle vans from the airport can drop you directly at the Fireside Inn!] Our host Madi communicated beautifully before and during our visit. She and her family have put a lot of love and thought into making this a warm refuge from the cold and excitement that is Breckenridge.

Beautiful setting to get away! It was great to hang out by the pool with the mountains in the back…read moreground. The concierge is friendly and helpful. The gondolas are convenient. Cleanliness is top notch. There can be a bunch of screaming kids but other pool options could help with some level of isolation. Lots of places to eat nearby and shop.

We can here for a Getaway , our room was 900 plus square feet really spacious with a full kitchen &…read moredining , living room , we will be back specially if you love skiing