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Sonnenalp Vail vs The Sebastian - Vail

Both hotels are endorsed by experts. Overall, The Sebastian - Vail is the choice of most reviewers compared to Sonnenalp. The Sebastian - Vail ranks #1 in Vail with recommendations from 9 reviews like Mr & Mrs Smith, Fodor's and Gayot.

Sonnenalp Vail
Sonnenalp Vail
7 / 10
20 Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657
From $503 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Fodor's Fodor's
"It's the sense of family tradition and European elegance that makes the Sonnenalp Resort the most romantic of all hotels in the faux-Tyrolean village of Vail." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Possibly the prettiest hotel in town, the Sonnenalp is fashioned after a traditional Swiss chalet." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The grande dame of Vail provides traditional Old World service and understated luxury in a gorgeous mountain setting."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
97.9
"Old-world European charm is transported to Vail at this resort owned by a German family." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
97.0
"Charming hotel in the heart of the Village, with a Bavarian façade and traditional alpine chalet décor." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
"With its location in the center of Vail village and its uniquely charming Bavarian style, Sonnenalp delivers the kind of European skiing experience you don’t often find in the American West." Full review
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Most guests use Sonnenalp as a launching pad for exploring the town’s famed ski slopes in winter or hiking trails in summer, but there’s plenty to do on property should you choose to stay close to your room.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Bavarian-inspired Sonnenalp hotel is offering a new Ski Safari experience that gives guests the opportunity to ski and ride some of Colorado’s top resorts in three days." Full review
The Sebastian - Vail
The Sebastian - Vail
9 / 10
16 Vail Rd, Vail, CO 81657
From $499 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Manhattan chic meets Colorado ski lodge at this boutique hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Deluxe and modern, this sophisticated hotel showcases tasteful contemporary art and an impressive list of amenities, including a mountainside ski valet, luxury spa and adventure concierge." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"This luxury boutique resort, opened in Vail in 2010, features beautiful, high-end mountain decor, particularly in the airy lobby and cozy library (no cabin kitsch here)." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Vail is a place where everything feels deliberately old-world, but the Sebastian offers a welcome departure from those traditional, cabin-inspired aesthetics." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A resort located off of Vail’s main pedestrian walkway just steps from ski slopes, restaurants, nightlife and shopping."
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Stay in or go out? The Sebastian – Vail in the Colorado Rockies makes it a tough decision." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
"The Sebastian Vail fills a niche for people who want to visit Vail and stay in an upscale hotel, but don't want or need über-luxe accommodations." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A 100-room hotel and residence club in a very central location—walking distance to several main chairlifts and next door to the whole Solaris complex (restaurants, ice skating, bowling, etc.)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This boutique hotel in Vail Village cares about the small things, including a hot chocolate bar at the front desk." Full review
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Frommer's Frommer's
"It eschews Bavarian and New West motifs for a more contemporary look...rooms include hotel-style units with one king or two queen beds and a few palatial suites with private balconies and full kitchen" Full review