Sonnenalp
Vail, United States · ★★★★★ · 9.6/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Bavarian-style luxury resort in Vail, a two-minute walk from Vail Ski Resort, with a spa, indoor and outdoor pools, three restaurants and golf next door.
Sonnenalp brings the style of a Bavarian village to the Rocky Mountains: timber, balconies and cozy fireplaces right in the center of Vail Village. It is a family-run hotel that has welcomed guests since 1979, and it stands just a two-minute walk from the ski area. A golf course is nearby, so it works as a base in both winter and summer.
On the property you will find three restaurants, a spa with manicures, massages and aromatherapy, indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, a sauna and a steam room. There is also a library, a game room, ski storage and an electric vehicle charger. Confirm service hours and airport transfer conditions with the hotel, since they change between the ski and summer seasons.
Why stay here
- Bavarian-style luxury resort in Vail Village
- Two minutes on foot from the ski area
- Spa, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and steam room
- Three restaurants and golf next to the hotel
- Tip: ask for a room with a balcony for more views
The setting
The hotel is on Vail Road, in the pedestrian heart of Vail Village, surrounded by shops, galleries and restaurants. Photos show a multi-story building with balconies and traditional architecture, a rustic dining room with stone walls and a bar, and lounges with stone fireplaces. Rooms have large beds, some with a fireplace or balcony, and modern bathrooms with glass showers. A room with a balcony offers more of a mountain view.
What we like
- Two minutes on foot from Vail's ski area
- Bavarian-inspired architecture in the middle of Vail Village
- Spa, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and steam room
- Three restaurants and a golf course beside the hotel
- Ski storage, an EV charger and a game room
Worth knowing
- Vail Village gets very crowded during ski season
- Denver's airport is more than two hours away by car
Don't miss
Stroll through Vail Village, a pedestrian center of boutiques and galleries, and visit the Snowsports Museum. If you come in winter, ask about a table at the hotel's restaurants after skiing, as they fill up fast.
Facilities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Sauna and steam room
- Three restaurants
- Bar
- Adjacent golf course
- Ski storage
- Library and game room
- Electric vehicle charger
- Free WiFi
- Gym
- Airport shuttle (ask the hotel)
Location
Sonnenalp is at 20 Vail Road, Vail. Vail Ski Resort is about a two-minute walk, the Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame seven, Gondola One nine and the Eagle Bahn Gondola ten. Denver's airport is about a 134-minute drive; in winter the time depends on road and weather conditions.
Address: 20 Vail Rd, Vail, CO, 81657
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Frequently asked questions
How close is it to the slopes?
Vail's ski area is about a two-minute walk away, and Gondola One and the Eagle Bahn Gondola are nine and ten minutes on foot. Check lift status before you travel.
Does it have a spa and pools?
Yes, there is a spa, an indoor and an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and a steam room. Confirm hours and available treatments with the hotel for your dates.
How long does it take from Denver's airport?
It is about a 134-minute drive in normal conditions, but in winter snow and traffic can lengthen the trip. The hotel mentions a shuttle; ask for details.
What is there to do in summer?
The adjacent golf course and the pedestrian center of Vail Village make for a relaxed stay. For outdoor activities, ask the hotel about hiking and biking options.
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