The World's Best Luxury Ski Hotels & Resorts
At Encore Lifestyle we understand that the perfect luxury ski holiday relies on an extensive guide. Our luxury travel and concierge team have put together what we consider to be some of the world’s best ski resorts, into one comprehensive blog.
We present our hand-picked winter escapes which exude luxury with world class amenities. These five-star retreats promise to deliver unforgettable memories, whether you are a novice skier or a seasoned professional. Featuring luxurious mountain retreats, these hotels will redefine how you look at a luxury ski holiday.
L'Apogee – Courchevel
L’Apogee Courchevel is a stylish and contemporary Alpine retreat. Located in the heart of Jardin Alpine, one of Courchevel’s most exclusive areas. From the Oetkar Collection, this five-star hotel offers incredible views of the French Alps with direct access to the slopes from your front door. If you are looking for a hotel with quite simply, exquisite dining options, then L’Apogee is the perfect winter getaway, with its in-house Michelin-starred restaurant. After a long day on the slopes, L’Apogee provides an exceptional spa for you to rejuvenate and relax, featuring an indoor pool and sauna. Each room within L’ Apogee has been designed to provide comfort with style, to allow you to relax whilst enjoying your luxury ski holiday.
The Little Nell, Aspen
An iconic mountain resort located on the slopes of Aspen, providing guests with one of the world’s best ski in and ski out access. If you are looking for a luxury ski holiday with access to some of Colorado’s best skiing, The Little Nell is the only option. One of the hotel’s finest features is the stunning restaurant, with an award-winning wine list. If you are looking for something more relaxed then visit the cozy tavern, which offers some apres-ski delights. The welcoming atmosphere and stunning accommodation make this a favourite with novice and avid skiers alike.
Gstaad Palace, Switzerland
Welcoming guests since 1913, the Gstaad Palace is a historic property exuding both charm and elegance, renowned for being one of Switzerland’s best luxury ski hotels. At Gstaad Palace the rooms match the views, simply breathtaking. Gstaad Palace accommodates its guests by offering a combination of world class spa facilities with several fine dining options, offering both Swiss and International cuisine, whilst enjoying the views of the surrounding mountains. Gstaad Palace makes access to the slopes seamless, by providing ski in and ski out to all guests, providing an ideal base for skiing enthusiasts.
Four Seasons, Megeve
Located at the foot of Mont d’Arbois, the Four Seasons offers an exceptional ski retreat in Megeve. Mixing Alpine charm with modern luxury, the resort features rooms and suites with views of the surrounding mountains. After a long day skiing, guests can enjoy the on-site Michelin starred restaurant, Prima, serving dishes made with local ingredients. If you are looking for an afternoon treat, guest can head to The Four Seasons Spa, which provides an escape within the foot of the mountains, offering world class treatments to relax and prepare for the next day of skiing.
Kristiania, Lech
The owner, Kristiania Lech, daughter of Austria’s first alpine Olympic champion and founder of the hotel, certainly knows how to host. The hotel offers guests panoramic views of the slopes and the Arlberg Mountain range. Kristiania only has a limited number of rooms, making the hotel seem more like a private chalet; if the property itself makes it seem like a private chalet, then the exceptional cuisine might make you start to wonder if you have your own private chef. A true culinary experience. Kristiania also offers guests spa facilities to relax and feel prepared for the next day of what can only be defined as luxury skiing.
The Lodge, Blue Sky, Utah
The Lodge, part of the Auberge Resorts Collection is located just outside of Park City Utah, just 35 minutes from Salt Lake City airport. This is not just a luxury ski resort; this is a winter escape. The Lodge offers, guest the opportunity to take up such activities as winter fishing, snowmobiling, dogsledding, fat tyre biking, winter yoga as well as many more, all whilst not forgetting the property itself. The property is over 3,500 acres and contains rooms that will simply make your luxury ski holiday, the perfect winter escape. The spa offers guests a place to unwind and take in the spectacular views surrounding the lodge.
The Chedi, Andermatt
Since its inception in 2013, the Chedi has been one of the must visit hotels for any lover of a luxury ski holiday to the Swiss Alps. This luxury ski hotel, containing beautifully crafted rooms, award winning restaurants and 2,400 – square metre spa is the epitome of what a ski resort should be. If you are looking for the best place to ski in Switzerland, Encore cannot recommend The Chedi enough, as well as the hotel itself, the surrounding area offers guests a real insight into a traditional Swiss region, with a plethora of activities within easy reach.
At Encore Lifestyle, we take pride in offering only the most exceptional luxury ski resorts across the world, we aim to blend luxury and comfort with easy access to some of the most memorable skiing for all travellers. If you are looking for a luxury travel and concierge service to assist you with your next unforgettable winter escape, Encore Lifestyle can provide everything you require, whether it be a full bespoke itinerary, hotel bookings, private jet charters, chauffeurs or restaurant bookings. Our team are here to help.