Sun Valley Resort is one of those places that quietly ruins other resorts for you, in the best way…read more It doesn't try too hard, doesn't announce its luxury, and somehow still delivers it effortlessly. Everything felt easy. The service was anticipated, the setting beautiful without being overproduced, and the overall energy refined yet deeply comfortable. It's really the kind of place that lets you slow down without ever feeling bored. One detail I loved and didn't expect? The on-site ice rink. There's something charming and nostalgic about skating right on property, a small touch that ends up becoming a core memory. Add in the heated outdoor pool, wellness facilities, beautiful dining options, and miles of scenic surroundings, and it's clear this resort understands how to create an experience, not just a stay. What truly elevates Sun Valley is how seamlessly they handle off-property adventures as well. Whether it's horseback riding through Idaho's landscape or arranging wine tours, the concierge makes exploring beyond the resort completely effortless, no planning fatigue required. I really felt well taken care of, and already plotting my return

The Sun Valley Resort was built in 1936 by the Union Pacific Railroad. It is located in the…read moreNorthern Rockies region of south-central Idaho & is open year round. There are many outdoor recreational activities. At the base of Bald & Dollar Mountains are scenic vistas, sports & activities. The grounds are meticulous, lush & serene. There are many shady places to sit & enjoy the landscapes. We are over 5,000 ft high so it's cool, breezy & dry. There is a camp with children's activities. The outedoor ice rink near the pool are luxurious. A racquet center with tennis & pickleball courts was busy. Bike rentals & horseback riding were popular. There are many dining & shopping options at various price points, however nothing here is a bargain. I did find beautiful unique gifts in the shops. The mountaintop dining options are closed for the season. Marilyn Monroe, James Earl Jones, Tom Hanks, Ernest Hemingway, Rosa Parks, Tony Curtis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, George Lucas, Candice Berger ... all stayed here & have fun photos in the lodge.

The lovely Carol's Lodge is a great venue at the small family related Dollar Miuntain ski area…read more Named after Carol Holding, wife of Earl Holding and a co-owner of the Sun Valley resort for several decades, Carol's is a substantial structure holding a locker area for personal equipment, restrooms, a ski rental shop and a large dining room with an adjacent food service area. The food itself isn't quite up to par with some of the other Sun Valley resort venues, but they do have a large assortment of sandwiches, pizza, soups, baked potatoes and a bar which serves wine, beer and cocktails. It's much nicer than many other ski resort facilities and goes far beyond a burger, hot dog and chili menu. The dining room itself is a deluxe cavernous space with lots of tables and cushioned seats. Like most of Sun Valleys facilities, it is well thought out, with a professional staff and designed to provide a top tier experience.

As a nervous skier who didn't learn until adulthood this is my mountain. While it doesn't quite…read morehave the amazing energy and other perks of Bald mountain it's a great low-key mountain to learn to ski. The pros: - Minimal (if any) lines - Fabulous instructors (special shoutout to the amazing Clay who has taught all 3 of my kids to be amazing skiers...and even more importantly to love skiing) - Plenty of options for a day of beginning skiing here: 1/4 dollar, 1/2 dollar (when it's open) and full dollar for a challenge - The last day on dollar is super fun for families with music, costumes and the famous pond skim event (loved watching those risk takers try to get across the pond on skis) To be improved: -1/2 dollar seems to be closed all the time limiting us beg skiers to 1/4 dollar - 1/2 dollar chair lift is also pretty old and needs to be replaced - Dollar closes way earlier than any other ski resort I know, which impacts many spring break travels. Would love to see them keep it open an extra few weeks and close when they close Baldy - The very expensive food caters to kids, but could use some healthier and tastier options for us adults learning to ski Overall, I've become very fond of Dollar mountain during my trips to Sun Valley and would love to spend more time doing spring skiing there if they'll keep it open just a little longer in future years.

Wow...oh Wow. This was a trip of a lifetime. If you're planning a trip to Sun Valley then plan a…read moreday Helisking with these guys. We did a beginner 1/2 day package that includes three runs (each with about 1500-3000 vehicle feet drop). Our guide (Alex) was incredible. He paced to the ski level of the group. It's expertly run and is a perfect way to experience the beauty of Idaho!

From the owner: Since its founding in 1966, Sun Valley Heli Ski has guided thousands of satisfied guest into the…read morespectacular terrain surrounding Sun Valley, Id. The current team of guides is unsurpassed in offering over 100 years of collective experience; a testimony to the level of dedication and professionalism that distinguish SVHS as the U.S preeminent heli-ski operation. Personal service is the trademark of SVHS. Groups are small with a guest to guide ratio of 4:1.

Galena is literally my favorite place in the world. You may think this is an exaggeration, but I…read morecan back it up! I got married here, took most of my xc ski lessons here, and come as often as I can in both winter (ski) and summer (mtb/trail running). Food is simple but delicious, they even have good beer / wine / spirits. Prices are very reasonable, especially for kid things like ski rentals ($15 for a classic pkg). The trails and slopes are spectacular, best xc in the valley.

Truly One of the Gens of this entire area. Not only the food is awesome but you can go to the lodge…read moreand rent bikes. Hike the area. Hang out and spend time in the sawtooth. Galena lodge offers amazing services that include Yurt rentals. BBQ dinners and moon light dinners in the winter. Don't miss it.

Look, this place is out of the way but it's way worth it!…read more We had two days straight skiing powder and that was one day after it stopped snowing! The people are awesome. The burgers were delicious. But above all skiing with no crowds... priceless.

A great mountain off the beaten path!…read more Yes I get it, its a little far. But its worth the drive, I promise! Its a beautiful location with a variety of runs - and there are some really good groomers for those with a need for speed This is a locals mountain meaning the people you meet here are some of the nicest at any resort. And it never gets too busy - so unless you LOVE standing in long lines at the big resorts, this is the place to be! Stop by the lodge for gear, food, or a brewski. This mountain has it all! Seriously. Everyone I met here is the nicest. Keep up the great work Soldier Mountain!!

2 of the 3 Bartenders at the river run lodge are terrible, rude and disrespectful. I've never seen…read moreanything like it. The meanest is Claudia. So rude. She calls her friends in the back of the line and asks them what they want while 5 people are waiting In front of her friend. She's one True but awful example of a bartender running things without regards to hospitality or respect for paying guests. Nice lodge though. I hope new management cleans things up.

This review is for cafeteria in the lodge. By the way, the lodge itself is gorgeous - even though…read morethe architects's idea of placing the bathrooms upstairs is sadistic; in the afterlife Jim Ruscitto should be fitted a pair of ski boots and forced to climb some stairs. The cafeteria food is pretty good (as the mountain food goes), although the early morning selection is severely limited. The seating space is huge and accommodates the weekday crowd easily.

This born & bred Floridian has been pretending to "ski' the past decade mostly so my kids wouldn't…read morebe afraid to try it. They are all skiing pretty well now and on day 1 of our spring break ski trip I fell and twisted both knees...and decided my days of fake skiing were over. I've been wanting to try Nordic skiing for awhile now, but it's always closed due to warm temps when we arrive for spring break skiing. This year the West Coast, including Sun Valley, was blessed with snow so they stayed open til April 2nd. Lucky me! I booked a few lessons for classic nordic skiing with Kris. While some people can do it without a lesson, I tend to be uncoordinated so needed all the help I could get. I also got some great tips from Johnny at the rental desk. After 2 lessons I felt comfortable enough to hit the golf course nordic trails on my own, although I didn't venture very far...perhaps next year! Overall, I loved it so much more than downhill skiing. It's peaceful, a workout and I can't fall off a mountain! I'm hoping the Nordic Center stays open until April so i can go during Spring Break again next year. If not, I hear Galena also has great nordic skiing, but I found this location to be super convenient and look forward to visiting their putt putt course w/ my kids again when we return over the summer.