Where to stay in Sugarloaf
Stay slopeside in Sugarloaf's base village, in condos around the mountain served by the Sugarloaf Explorer shuttle, or in Kingfield about 20 minutes away for lower prices.
- Fly into
- PWM
- Pass
- Ikon Pass
- Base elevation
- 1,417 ft
- Snow next 7 days
- 13.5"
Best areas to stay near Sugarloaf
Sugarloaf base village
$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: ski-in/ski-out and après
Hotels and condos at the base, with restaurants and bars a short walk from the lifts.
See places to stay in Sugarloaf base village ↗Mountainside condos
$$Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts · Best for: families who want a kitchen
Condo clusters spread across the mountain, many ski-in/ski-out. The Sugarloaf Explorer shuttle serves the condos and lodging around the resort.
See places to stay in Mountainside condos ↗Carrabassett Valley along Route 27
$$Drive to the lifts · Best for: rentals and inns below the mountain
Lodging along the valley road below the resort, a short drive to the base.
See places to stay in Carrabassett Valley along Route 27 ↗Kingfield
$Drive to the lifts · Best for: lowest prices and a small New England town
The closest town, about 15 to 20 minutes south, with inns and a few restaurants.
See places to stay in Kingfield ↗Sugarloaf lodging areas compared
| Area | Getting to the lifts | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugarloaf base village | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$ | Ski-in/ski-out and après |
| Mountainside condos | Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts | $$ | Families who want a kitchen |
| Carrabassett Valley along Route 27 | Drive to the lifts | $$ | Rentals and inns below the mountain |
| Kingfield | Drive to the lifts | $ | Lowest prices and a small New England town |
Map of hotels and rentals near Sugarloaf
Hotels and rentals near Sugarloaf load here.
Or search places to stay now ↗Tips for booking a Sugarloaf 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 Sugarloaf snow forecast a week out. The best time to ski Sugarloaf 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.
- Budget for tickets. See Sugarloaf lift ticket prices and how to pay less.
- 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 Sugarloaf: FAQ
Where should I stay in Sugarloaf?
Stay slopeside in Sugarloaf's base village, in condos around the mountain served by the Sugarloaf Explorer shuttle, or in Kingfield about 20 minutes away for lower prices.
Is there ski-in/ski-out lodging at Sugarloaf?
Yes. For lodging at or steps from the lifts, look in Sugarloaf base village. Expect to pay the most for these areas, especially over holidays.
Where is the cheapest place to stay near Sugarloaf?
Kingfield is usually the lowest-cost area: The closest town, about 15 to 20 minutes south, with inns and a few restaurants.
What airport do you fly into for Sugarloaf?
The closest major airport to Sugarloaf is Portland International Jetport (PWM). Snow Way lists it as the nearest airport with regular flights.
When should I book lodging for Sugarloaf?
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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Sugarloaf snow report · Ski resorts in Maine
Cost tiers are relative within Sugarloaf, not quoted prices. Bus and shuttle routes can change by season, so confirm lift access with your lodging before you book.