Sonnenalp VailvsGravity Haus Vail
Sonnenalp and Vail Mountain Lodge are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Vail Mountain Lodge scores slightly better than Sonnenalp. Vail Mountain Lodge ranks #3 in Vail with accolades from 6 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
Sonnenalp Vail
20 Vail Road, Vail, CO 81657
From $503/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
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
"Possibly the prettiest hotel in town, the Sonnenalp is fashioned after a traditional Swiss chalet." Full review
Gayot
"The grande dame of Vail provides traditional Old World service and understated luxury in a gorgeous mountain setting."
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
97.0
"Charming hotel in the heart of the Village, with a Bavarian façade and traditional alpine chalet décor." Full review
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
"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
Gravity Haus Vail
352 E. Meadow Drive, Vail, CO 81657
From $462/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"On the east side of Vail Village, this small boutique property has an intimate and romantic vibe, with a renowned spa and a terrific resident eatery in Terra Bistro." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Health and serenity are the themes at this creekside boutique hotel, which is also home to Vail Vitality Center, a health-conscious hub that includes a full-service spa and the Vail Athletic Club." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With only 20 rooms and seven condos, this is about as boutique as Vail gets." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Conveniently located in the heart of Vail Village, Gravity Haus Vail has welcomed guests to its idyllic property in the mountains for 20 years" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Located in the heart of Vail Village, Gravity Haus Vail puts you steps from the mountain’s Golden Peak base area...massive gym and spa for recovery make it a dream stay for adventurers. " Full review
Fodor's
"Soak in one of the deep bathtubs or in one of the outdoor hot tubs. Yoga, Pilates, and other fitness classes in the 18,000-square-foot Vail Athletic Club at the Vitality Center are free to guests." Full review