Where to stay in Vail
Stay in Vail Village or Lionshead to walk to the gondolas, in East or West Vail to save a bit and ride the free town bus, or down valley in Avon or Edwards for the lowest prices.
- Fly into
- EGE
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- Epic Pass
- Base elevation
- 8,120 ft
- Snow next 7 days
- 0.0"
Best areas to stay near Vail
Vail Village
$$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: walking to Gondola One, restaurants, and après
The car-free heart of Vail with the most shops and restaurants. Many hotels are a few minutes' walk from the lifts.
See places to stay in Vail Village ↗Lionshead Village
$$$Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift · Best for: families and a slightly calmer base
The western base area with the Eagle Bahn Gondola. A little quieter than Vail Village and connected to it by a walkway and the free bus.
See places to stay in Lionshead Village ↗East Vail and West Vail
$$$Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts · Best for: condos and rentals at lower prices inside Vail
Residential neighborhoods on either end of town. The free Town of Vail bus runs to the villages.
See places to stay in East Vail and West Vail ↗Avon, Eagle-Vail and Edwards
$$Drive to the lifts · Best for: saving money and splitting time with Beaver Creek
About 10 to 20 minutes west on I-70. More hotels and grocery stores, with regional buses or a short drive to Vail. Avon is also the gateway to Beaver Creek.
See places to stay in Avon, Eagle-Vail and Edwards ↗Vail lodging areas compared
| Area | Getting to the lifts | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vail Village | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$$ | Walking to Gondola One, restaurants, and après |
| Lionshead Village | Ski-in/ski-out or steps from a lift | $$$ | Families and a slightly calmer base |
| East Vail and West Vail | Bus, shuttle, or gondola to the lifts | $$$ | Condos and rentals at lower prices inside Vail |
| Avon, Eagle-Vail and Edwards | Drive to the lifts | $$ | Saving money and splitting time with Beaver Creek |
Map of hotels and rentals near Vail
Hotels and rentals near Vail load here.
Or search places to stay now ↗Tips for booking a Vail 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 Vail snow forecast a week out. The best time to ski Vail 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 Vail 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 Vail: FAQ
Where should I stay in Vail?
Stay in Vail Village or Lionshead to walk to the gondolas, in East or West Vail to save a bit and ride the free town bus, or down valley in Avon or Edwards for the lowest prices.
Is there ski-in/ski-out lodging at Vail?
Yes. For lodging at or steps from the lifts, look in Vail Village and Lionshead Village. Expect to pay the most for these areas, especially over holidays.
Where is the cheapest place to stay near Vail?
Avon, Eagle-Vail and Edwards is usually the lowest-cost area: About 10 to 20 minutes west on I-70. More hotels and grocery stores, with regional buses or a short drive to Vail. Avon is also the gateway to Beaver Creek.
What airport do you fly into for Vail?
The closest major airport to Vail is Eagle County Regional (EGE). Snow Way lists it as the nearest airport with regular flights.
When should I book lodging for Vail?
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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Cost tiers are relative within Vail, not quoted prices. Bus and shuttle routes can change by season, so confirm lift access with your lodging before you book.