Vail Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Dan Davis/ Vail Resorts
Photo provided by Dan Davis/ Vail Resorts
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Photo provided by Jack Affleck/ Vail Resorts
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Where to stay in Vail Valley

Vail Ski Resort featuring landscape views, snow and mountains

Vail Village

If you're spending some time in Vail Village, Gondola One Ski Lift and Vail Ski Resort are top sights worth seeing.

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Lionshead

Lionshead is a destination visitors seek out for its captivating mountain views, great bars and stunning ski slopes. You might also want to check out attractions like Eagle Bahn Gondola or John A. Dobson Ice Arena while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Bachelor Gulch

While visiting Bachelor Gulch, you might make a stop by sights like Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead Ski Area.

Bachelor Gulch
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Arrowhead

If you're spending some time in Arrowhead, Arrowhead Ski Area and Beaver Creek Ski Area are top sights worth seeing.

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West Vail

Check out the skiing, seafood restaurants and mountain views while spending some time in West Vail. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Cascade Village Lift or Eagle Bahn Gondola.

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Matterhorn Village

While visiting Matterhorn Village, you might make a stop by sights like Vail Ski Resort and Cascade Village Lift.

Matterhorn Village
Comfort Inn Near Vail Beaver Creek
Comfort Inn Near Vail Beaver Creek
2.5 out of 5
0161 W Beaver Creek Blvd, Avon, CO
The price is NZ$198 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Avon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable, spacious room with wonderful beds and pillows. Everything was good. My only complaint is that the coffee at the free breakfast was lukewarm and weak. Fix that and you stay a "Ten" in my book!"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025

Comfort Inn Near Vail Beaver Creek
The Christie Lodge - All Suite Property, Vail Valley/Beaver Creek
The Christie Lodge - All Suite Property, Vail Valley/Beaver Creek
3.5 out of 5
47 East Beaver Creek Boulevard, Avon, CO
The price is NZ$276 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Avon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"I had a room with a speaker right outside, luckily I wasn't planning on sleeping in!"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

The Christie Lodge - All Suite Property, Vail Valley/Beaver Creek
Springhill Suites By Marriott Avon Vail Valley
Springhill Suites By Marriott Avon Vail Valley
3 out of 5
1782 Swift Gulch Road, Avon, CO
The price is NZ$253 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Avon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Beaver Creek Ski Area and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
"Very convenient right off the highway, friendly staff, clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Springhill Suites By Marriott Avon Vail Valley
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Falcon Point
Falcon Point
3 out of 5
175 Lake Street, Avon, CO
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Avon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (447 reviews)
"The one bedroom condo was surprisingly big. Can sleep 4 comfortably with room to move about. Complete with everything needed for a comfortable stay! We really enjoyed our stay at this property"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Falcon Point
Elkhorn Lodge
Elkhorn Lodge
4.5 out of 5
51 Offerson Rd, Avon, CO
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Avon. Enjoy free parking, 2 hot tubs, and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Beaver Creek Ski Area and Beaver Creek ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"W dry one at front desk was warm, welcoming and gracious. All had knowledge of the area and were delighted to assist if needed with pointers to make our stay exceptional. Drena was tops and Kyle the manager never stopped making sure the facility is great shape. Rooms are well decorated, spacious ..."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Elkhorn Lodge
3BR Mountain ski in, ski out - Balcony, Fireplace
3BR Mountain ski in, ski out - Balcony, Fireplace
Avon
Stay at this condo in Avon. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Beaver Creek Ski Area and Avon Recreation ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Great Stay
"Great property. Very comfortable stay. Would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

3BR Mountain ski in, ski out - Balcony, Fireplace
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Popular places to visit

Vail Ski Resort showing a luxury hotel or resort and night scenes

Vail Ski Resort

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Ask any traveler to name the perfect winter destination, and the Vail Ski Resort will likely be at the top of his or her list.

Vail Ski Resort
Beaver Creek showing golf and a sunset

Beaver Creek Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Avon with a visit to Beaver Creek Ski Area. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Beaver Creek Ski Area
Eagle Bahn Gondola

Eagle Bahn Gondola

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Eagle Bahn Gondola and popular activities such as skiing in Vail. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Eagle Bahn Gondola
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and enjoy the ski slopes in Vail. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens

Gondola One Ski Lift

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Gondola One Ski Lift and popular activities such as skiing in Vail. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Gondola One Ski Lift

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

You can get tickets for a performance at Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater during your stay in Vail. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

Cities near Vail Valley

Vail which includes ice skating, a square or plaza and snow

Vail

Beaver Creek showing golf and a sunset

Avon

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Silverthorne

Eagle

Eagle