Where to Stay When Skiing in Utah
Park City
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley Resort, Woodward Park City
Without question, Park City is an iconic ski town. Park City offers high-end resorts, name-brand hotels and signature favorites, providing a variety of lodging options. With its charming Main Street, refined dining scene, luxury amenities and easy access to three ski resorts, Park City is an established classic.
Book an on-mountain Deer Valley hotel — St. Regis Deer Valley, Montage Deer Valley, Stein Eriksen Lodge, Lodges at Deer Valley or The Chateaux Deer Valley.
Heading to Park City Resort? Find ski-in/ski-out lodging options — Marriott MountainSide, Canyons Village, Sundial Lodge, Hyatt Centric Park City, Westgate Park City Resort and Spa.
Park City's Historic Main Street is lined with boutiques, art galleries, easy eats, apres ski and lodging near all the action — Main & Sky, Marriott Summit Watch, The Caledonian, The Parkite On Main, Treasure Mountain Inn, Washington School House Hotel, Sweetwater Lift Lodge, Park Station Condos and Rio Grande.
Salt Lake City
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Alta Ski Area, Brighton Ski Resort, Snowbird Resort, Solitude Mountain Resort
Salt Lake City packs a punch when it comes to metro amenities and mountain access. Utah's capital city explodes with dining variety, theater, concerts, shopping, art exhibits, museums, cultural sites and seasonal events. Downtown Salt Lake City sits only six miles from the Salt Lake City International Airport, less than 30 miles from Big Cottonwood Canyon (Solitude and Brighton) and Little Cottonwood Canyons (Alta and Snowbird), and less than an hour from Park City.
The Salt Lake Valley features elegant hotel options, including The Grand America Hotel, Little America Hotel, Ellerbeck Bed & Breakfast, evo Hotel Salt Lake City, Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City and Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood.
Want to stay on-mountain? Alta favorites include Alta Peruvian Lodge, Goldminer’s Daughter Lodge, Alta’s Rustler Lodge and the Snowpine Lodge. Next-door neighbor Snowbird hosts Brutalist hotel classics, including The Cliff Lodge and Spa, The Lodge at Snowbird, The Inn, The Iron Blosam and The Cliff Club. Brighton offers rustic-cabin vibes with Silver Fork Lodge and Brighton Lodges. Meanwhile, its neighbor, Solitude, offers a European-inspired village with The Inn at Solitude, Powderhorn Lodge, Mountain Townhomes, Creekside Condominiums and Eagle Springs Lodge East/West.
Provo, Heber and Midway
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Sundance Mountain Resort and Deer Valley Resort
The entire Utah Valley, including Provo, boasts an up-and-coming tech town, colloquially known as Silicon Slopes, with easy access to the famed Sundance Mountain Resort. Stay on-mountain at Sundance Resort Rooms & Suites, or choose a favorite name-brand hotel closer to local restaurants, art strolls and shops in Provo, 25 minutes from the slopes.
Midway and Heber are less than 20 miles from Sundance Mountain Resort and 10 miles from Deer Valley Resort's East Village. The new 2025 expansion at Deer Valley opens up over 3,700 acres of new terrain, including the new East Village addition with lodging, dining, retail and skier services. (Read: Deer Valley: 5,700 Acres of Expanded Ski Excellence) With a majestic view of Mount Timpanogos, Heber Valley offers first-rate views of the "Utah Alps" and Swiss-inspired hotels, including Zermatt, Homestead Resort and The Blue Boar Inn.
Ogden Valley
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Powder Mountain, Snowbasin Resort and Nordic Valley Ski Resort
The Powder Mountain, Snowbasin Resort and Nordic Valley Ski Resort offer various vacation rentals and hotels in and around Ogden. These resorts don’t offer traditional ski-in/ski-out; however, the rustic mountain character makes up for it. Some favorites include: Mountain Luxury Lodging, Wolf Creek Rentals, Alaskan Inn and Spa, Compass Rose Lodge and popular hotel chains including Hampton Inn & Suites Ogden, Hilton Garden Inn Ogden and Courtyard Ogden.
Northern Utah
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Beaver Mountain Resort and Cherry Peak Resort
Beaver Mountain Resort and Cherry Peak Resort do not offer traditional ski-in/ski-out lodging, but you will find various lodging options in the high-mountain towns of Garden City and Logan. Book a cozy stay in Garden City at Beaver Creek Lodge, WorldMark Bear Lake, Cozy Bear Lodge or the Inn at Legacy Beach. Or reserve a room at a recognized hotel brand in nearby Logan.
Southern Utah: Cedar City and Beaver
Basecamp Hotels and Lodging for Eagle Point Resort and Brian Head Resort
Ski alongside snowy red-rock peaks. Eagle Point Resort offers rentals at Premium Village Condos, Village Condos and Vacation Homes & Cabins. Brian Head provides lodging options at Brian Head Lodge, Georg's Ski Shop & Lodging and Hilton Vacation Club Cedar Breaks.
About 18 miles from Eagle Point, the town of Beaver offers charming restaurants, museums, art galleries, inns and motels.
About 30 miles from Brian Head, Cedar City offers cabins, inns and hotels with "gateway to the National Parks" allure, including Mountain Ridge Cabins and Lodging, Abbey Inn & Suites, Magnuson Hotel Cedar City and Mountain View Lodge
Family-Friendly Ski Lodges in Utah
Utah's world-class ski resorts offer families a perfect winter escape. With exceptional lodging, from cozy cabins to luxurious hotels, and endless activities both on and off the slopes, you can create unforgettable memories.
Cliff Lodge, Snowbird
Grand Hyatt, Deer Valley
Inn at Solitude
Ski Lodging FAQs
What’s the best town to stay in for skiing in Utah?
Choose Salt Lake for city convenience, Park City for mountain luxury or a slopeside lodge for rustic charm and easy mountain access.
Is it better to stay slopeside or in town?
Most northern Utah ski resorts are within an hour of downtown Salt Lake City, which offers the best of both worlds: city culture and downhill adventure. Stay slopeside at a resort or ski-in/ski-out rental to eliminate canyon commutes. Or choose to stay in a resort town such as Heber, Midway, Eden or Huntsville and experience both in-town amenities and easy resort access.
Which ski resorts have ski-in, ski-out lodging?
Park City, Deer Valley, Snowbird, Solitude and Alta offer ski-in/ski-out lodging with unique amenities. Park City's Canyons Village features resorts like Sundial Lodge and condos including Apex Residences. Deer Valley provides luxury options like Montage and St. Regis, plus vacation rentals. Snowbird's Cliff Club and Cliff Lodge deliver slopeside access with condos and world-class amenities. The Inn at Solitude sits in a pedestrian village near the Eagle Express lift. Alta's Peruvian Lodge offers European-style accommodations with semi-ski-in/ski-out access via a seasonal snow bridge connecting to slopes.
Can I stay in Salt Lake City and still ski every day?
Yes, many ski resorts, such as Alta, Solitude, Snowbird and Brighton, are just over half an hour from Salt Lake City, while Park City and the Ogden-area resorts are about 45 minutes to an hour away. It’s a quick trip, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the slopes and everything Utah’s capital has to offer.
Do I need a car to ski if I stay in Salt Lake?
Staying in Salt Lake gives you access to dining, culture and city amenities not found up the canyon, but getting from the valley to the slopes is easiest by car. The Cottonwood Canyon resorts are reachable by public transit, though it often requires switching from train to bus or catching a rideshare to the UTA Park & Ride before heading up by bus. In short, a car isn’t essential, but it makes your trip smoother.
What’s the best place to stay for access to multiple Utah ski resorts?
Salt Lake City forms the hub of Utah's major ski destinations. The city sits 45 minutes from Snowbasin to the north, Deer Valley and Park City to the east, and the Cottonwood Canyon resorts to the south. Staying there utilizes both the Ikon and Epic passes, providing easy access to multiple resorts. Salt Lake City offers numerous lodging, dining, nightlife and urban amenities. Suburbs like Cottonwood Heights, Midvale, Holladay and Murray cut drive time to the slopes.
What are the most affordable places to stay near Utah ski resorts?
The most affordable places to stay near Utah ski resorts are outside the main resort areas, specifically in Salt Lake City and nearby suburbs like Murray, Midvale and Cottonwood Heights (for access to resorts like Alta, Snowbird, Solitude and Brighton). Up north, the Ogden Valley offers budget-friendly stays near Snowbasin, Nordic Valley and Powder Mountain. Brian Head Resort in Southern Utah is also known for low prices on lodging and passes, providing the best value overall. Maximize ski savings by booking hotels and lift ticket packages during non-peak times, or book a condo with a kitchen to cut down on dining costs.
Where should I stay for the best après-ski and nightlife?
Every ski resort offers its own flavor of on-mountain apres vibes. Find on-ski-brand burger and beer vibes (nachos, too) at most resorts or ultra-lux après ski options at Deer Valley (raise a glass of bubbly at the Veuve Cliquot yurt). Park City and Salt Lake City tout the most options for off-mountain après-ski and nightlife experiences, from craft breweries, wine bars, watering holes, nightclubs and concert venues.
What’s the best luxury hotel for Utah skiing?
Stein Eriksen Lodge, Montage Deer Valley, St. Regis Deer Valley and Grand Hyatt Deer Valley top the luxury list for Park City. These resorts offer mid-mountain ski-in, ski-out access, world-class dining, renowned spas and impeccable service. Asher Adams Hotel and Grand America stand out in Salt Lake City. These options blend comfort amenities and under-an-hour slope access.
Are there unique or alternative places to stay near the slopes?
Ski lodge vibes near Utah resorts vary from ultra-luxe to traditional Alpine rusticism. Park City and Deer Valley offer upscale vacation rentals, while Snowbird features iconic hotels with Brutalist architecture. Stay at an observatory boutique hotel near Snowbasin (Compass Rose Lodge) or inside a modern mountaintop cabin near Powder Mountain.
For the ultimate contrast, try glamping domes, Airstream trailer suites or Cave-like stays found in the scenic valleys of Southern Utah near Brian Head Resort.Ski Itineraries
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Ski Southern Utah: High Alpine Trails + Red Rock Wonder
Southern Utah is home to two high-elevation ski areas with generous helpings of what we call (with authority) The Greatest Snow on Earth®. Things can be a little quieter down here this time of year. Give yourself at least five days to combine the thrills of Southern Utah skiing and boarding with exploring the wintertime wonders to be found in Utah’s red rock country.
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Your Ikon Ski Trip Made Easy
Your Salt Lake City plane ticket is booked. Here’s a 6-day itinerary for making the most of your multi-pass.
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Weekender Ski Park City
So you've decided to ski in Park City for a weekend. That decision alone will be rewarded with three resorts that eclipse over 9,000 acres of Utah's renowned skiing and riding.
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Ski City Downhill + Downtown
Big city amenities support 10 different resorts within an hour of SLC International, which means the best in downhill meets the best in downtown.
