Where to stay in Crested Butte
Stay in Mount Crested Butte for slopeside lodging at the base, in the historic town of Crested Butte about 3 miles away with the free Mountain Express bus, or in Gunnison for the lowest prices.
- Fly into
- GUC
- Pass
- Epic Pass
- Base elevation
- 9,375 ft
- Snow next 7 days
- 0.0"
Best areas to stay near Crested Butte
Mount Crested Butte base area
$$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: ski-in/ski-out and first chair
Hotels and condos around Mountaineer Square at the base of the lifts. Quieter at night than town.
See places to stay in Mount Crested Butte base area ↗Town of Crested Butte
$$$Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts · Best for: restaurants, bars, and a colorful old mining town
About 3 miles below the ski area. The free Mountain Express bus runs between town and Mountaineer Square all winter.
See places to stay in Town of Crested Butte ↗Gunnison
$$Drive to the lifts · Best for: lowest prices and the closest airport
About 30 miles south, near Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport. Regional RTA buses run up the valley to Crested Butte.
See places to stay in Gunnison ↗Crested Butte lodging areas compared
| Area | Getting to the lifts | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Crested Butte base area | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$$ | Ski-in/ski-out and first chair |
| Town of Crested Butte | Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts | $$$ | Restaurants, bars, and a colorful old mining town |
| Gunnison | Drive to the lifts | $$ | Lowest prices and the closest airport |
Map of hotels and rentals near Crested Butte
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Or search places to stay now ↗Tips for booking a Crested Butte trip
- Holidays sell out first. Christmas week, MLK and Presidents' Day weekends, and spring break fill slopeside lodging months ahead. Other weeks often have deals close in.
- Book refundable, then watch the snow. Hold a room you can cancel, then check the Crested Butte snow forecast a week out. The best time to ski Crested Butte page shows which months are usually snowiest.
- Know what "ski-in/ski-out" means. Some listings are a long walk or a shuttle from the lifts. Read what ski-in/ski-out really means before paying extra.
- Traveling with kids? Stay close to ski school drop-off. See the family ski trip guide and the free ski trip planner.
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Where to stay in Crested Butte: FAQ
Where should I stay in Crested Butte?
Stay in Mount Crested Butte for slopeside lodging at the base, in the historic town of Crested Butte about 3 miles away with the free Mountain Express bus, or in Gunnison for the lowest prices.
Is there ski-in/ski-out lodging at Crested Butte?
Yes. For lodging at or steps from the lifts, look in Mount Crested Butte base area. Expect to pay the most for these areas, especially over holidays.
Where is the cheapest place to stay near Crested Butte?
Gunnison is usually the lowest-cost area: About 30 miles south, near Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport. Regional RTA buses run up the valley to Crested Butte.
What airport do you fly into for Crested Butte?
The closest major airport to Crested Butte is Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional (GUC). Snow Way lists it as the nearest airport with regular flights.
When should I book lodging for Crested Butte?
Book Christmas to New Year's, Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, Presidents' Day weekend, and spring break months ahead, since slopeside lodging sells out first. For other weeks, refundable bookings let you hold a room and still move your trip toward the best snow forecast.
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Crested Butte snow report · Ski resorts in Colorado
Cost tiers are relative within Crested Butte, not quoted prices. Bus and shuttle routes can change by season, so confirm lift access with your lodging before you book.