Hotels & Lodging
St. Regis Deer Valley
April 13th, 2008 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging
St. Regis Resort & Residences, Deer Crest
Construction Update:
Closing Day at Deer Valley Ski Resort.
Years ago, we watched the excavation of the site at the top of Portugese Gap where the St. Regis tower will be located.
It’s pretty incredible to see the hotel taking shape.
The framing is nearly complete for the St. Regis Condos, which are the lower 7 stories of the hotel.
In the months ahead, the top four stories–the St. Regis Residences–will begin to take shape.
St. Regis Deer Valley Ski Access
The photo above shows the ski-in access from the Deer hollow Ski Run.
Deer Hollow is a beginner-level green run accessed from the Jordanelle Express Gondola and the Deer Crest chair lift.
It’s wide open, and fun for people new to the sport, and expierienced skiers will have fun carving sweeping wide turns across the run.
The photo to the right depicts the ski-out trail to the Deer Crest chair lift.
Here is the link to Deer Valley’s Trail Map online.
Is Deer Valley the “Dubai of the Rockies?”
Not Exactly.
But you might be surprised by the amount of new construction underway in Deer Valley, in defiance of the “Mortgage Crisis” and real estate doom and gloom from around the USA.
Massive cranes are slowly but surely making progress, as the structural elements of the St. Regis and Montage Hotels are beginning to take shape.
Looks like the steel and concrete is complete up to the 6th story of the 11 story tower.
The views from the hotel will be gorgeous. On days like today, you’ll be able to see for miles!
St. Regis Deer Valley Sales Update
To date, 57 of the 83 Condos and Residences at the St. Regis are already sold.
Some floor plans have very limited availability…
But There’s a Secret Stash of St. Regis Units That Haven’t Been Released Yet
If you can’t find the unit configuration you want among the St. Regis Condos & Residences Listings for sale here, email us and we’ll check the developer’s “secret stash” of units not listed across the MLS!
Related Articles:
Park City and Deer Valley’s Best Cash Flow Condos are… (Part I)
The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
Deer Valley Montage Resort & Spa
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Deer Valley Montage Hotel
March 5th, 2008 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging
Ultra Luxury Hotel Under Construction in Deer Valley®, Utah
Montage–One of the world’s elite luxury hotel brands, just broke ground on an incredible new hotel-residence property in Deer Valley®, Utah.
The Deer Valley® hotel is the third property in Montage’s collection of distinguished luxury hotels, resorts and residences.
Montage properties are known for their breath-taking natural locations, impressive design, unique ambiance, and the highest quality services and amenities.
In a couple of years, the Stein Eriksen Lodge may face a little competition for luxury travelers headed to Deer Valley® Resort…
Montage Resort at Deer Valley®
The photo above illustrates the construction progress of the hotel as of March 23, 2008. The setting is spectacular, with the Daly Chutes, Empire Bowl and Lady Morgan Bowl as a scenic backdrop!
The developers are tight-lipped about the specifics of the hotel, but here are a few elements that may be included:
- Guest rooms and suites
- Restaurants
- Lobby lounge
- A Retail Shopping Experience
- Meeting space for Groups and Special Events
- Terraces and Outdoor Lawn Areas for Group Functions
- A World-Class Resort Spa
- Outdoor Swimming Pool with Bar & Grill
- Ski rental, ski concierge and Skier Services
- Privately Owned Resort Residences
- Discrete Underground Parking
- Environmentally Sensitive “Green Building Philosophy”
Deer Valley Montage Hotel Construction Timeline:
Excavation and construction of the Montage site began in Summer of 2007 and completion is anticipated to occur in the summer of 2010. If construction proceeds as planned, the hotel may be open for a winter 2010-2011 opening.
Deer Valley Montage Resort Design Philosophy
The design theme for the Montage is reminiscent of the great mountain lodges of North America. The Rocky Mountain Arts & Crafts style that is prevalent in the Empire Pass master planned area will compliment the majestic beauty of the spectacular Upper Deer Valley® location.
The Montage Deer Valley Takes “Green Building” Seriously
The hotel will be designed, constructed and operated in accordance with environmentally responsible “green” features that will minimize the resort’s environmental footprint.
Ownership at The Montage Resort at Deer Valley: Condos & Residences
The Montage Resort at Deer Valley® will include a number of whole-ownership luxury residences. Unit sizes and prices have not yet been released.
It is anticipated that Montage Residences will go to market midway through construction in late 2008. Two different product types are planned…
Montage Hotel Condominium Suites
Fully-furnished condominium suites may range from two to four bedrooms. Some of the larger units may be configured with lock-off bedrooms that may be rented seperately from the main suite.
These Hotel Suite Condominiums are “turnkey” units that will have similar features and appointments as the hotel suites in the Montage.
Penthouse Residence Units at Deer Valley Montage
The balance of the residences could be larger penthouse units generally configured as three, four, and five bedroom residences either fully-finished or ready to be custom furnished by the purchaser.
All of the Montage Residences will enjoy access to the Montage services and amenities, including the resort restaurants, spa, ski concierge, housekeeping, room service and maintenance support.
Ground-Floor Montage Insider’s Club
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Park City and Deer Valley’s Best Cash Flow Condos are…
The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
Ever Stayed at The Montage? What Was Your Experience?
Have you ever visited the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach, California? We would love to hear your feedback about your stay…So please tell us, How excited should we be about Montage coming to Deer Valley?
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Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
February 26th, 2008 Categories: Hotels & Lodging, The Canyons®
Dakota Mountain Lodge Aligns With Waldorf Astoria Collection
Dakota Mountain Lodge May Be Park City’s New Hot Spot. Dakota Mountain Lodge made national news last year with their announcement of their affiliation with the Golden Door Spa.
Today’s news that the Waldorf=Astoria Collection and Hilton have stepped up to the plate is a big deal for The Canyons® and Park City area visitors and potential real estate investors.
A New Gold Rush in Park City, Utah?
In the past two years, top international boutique luxury hotel brands St. Regis and Montage have started construction on spectacular new hotels in Deer Valley.
Today’s Waldorf=Astoria announcement is a powerful vote of confidence in the bright future of The Canyons® Resort.
Developers are placing big bets on assorted new developments at the base of The Canyons Resort, and the arrival of the venerable Waldorf=Astoria name may be an indicator of exciting future of Park City’s largest ski resort.
Will Luxury Icon Deer Valley® Resort Have to Compete with The Canyons® Resort for Tomorrow’s Luxury Ski Visitors?
Over the years, Deer Valley has succeeded in attracting luxury ski vacationers and second home owners on the strength of snow grooming, dining, and pampering guests.
Local luxury developer Talisker is in the process of purchasing The Canyons Resort® from American Skiing Company. This raises the question of what The Canyons might look like in the years ahead, and will The Canyons emerge as a competitor for Deer Valley’s business in the luxury segment of the market.
Dakota Lodge Phase II Release Coincides with Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
Sales at Dakota Mountain Lodge have been strong to date–79 units in Building One are pending sale so far at Dakota.
The developer has just released the first condos in building II, which will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Dakota Mountain Lodge Reservation Details
Click the link above or contact us for details at Toll Free 877-838-2805 or email Dakota@ParkCityRealEstateGuide.com We have the list of available units, floor plans, prices, and reservation agreements.
Park City and Deer Valley’s Best Cash Flow Condos are…
The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
Deer Valley Montage Hotel
In case you missed it, here’s a copy of the press release…
THE WALDORF=ASTORIA COLLECTION SIGNS FIRST SKI MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT IN PARK CITY, UTAH
The Dakota Mountain Lodge to Debut at The Canyons
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - February 22, 2008 - The Waldorf=Astoria Collection and DuVal Development
announced today the signing of the Dakota Mountain Lodge, a Waldorf=Astoria Collection hotel and the luxury brand’s and Hilton’s first ski management property.
Located in Park City, Utah as part of The Canyons, Utah’s largest ski and snowboard resort and one of the largest in the United states, the Dakota Mountain Lodge will offer guests an assortment of unique experiences and discoveries for luxury ski enthusiast travelers. Completion and opening is scheduled for spring 2009.
Welcoming this hotel into The Waldorf=Astoria Collection, Ernest Wooden, Jr., executive vice president-brand
management said, “Selection for the Waldorf=Astoria Collection is exclusive. Only landmark hotels with a
reputation for superior service, a luxurious sense of place and unique architecture or artistic and historical
significance receive such designation.
Befitting of a luxury hotel, Dakota Mountain Lodge ideally represents The Waldorf=Astoria Collection brand within the scenic State of Utah.” The 197-guestroom Dakota Mountain Lodge will range in room size from studios to the six-bedroom penthouse and will be outfitted with the finest furnishings including custom Viking appliances, European showers, Jacuzzi tubs, and an outdoor pool and fire feature - all presenting refined alpine luxury.
Dakota Mountain Lodge Building II Just Released!
A second phase comprising an additional 137 guest rooms in 65 condo units is planned to commence construction in 2008.
Guests will see The Waldorf=Astoria Collection’s hallmarks of discovery and unique experiences throughout the
lodge’s impressive offerings, including access to The Canyons’ new Frostwood Gondola, which is currently
under construction and will be adjacent to the Dakota Mountain Lodge. Guests will be able to ski-in/-out to The Canyons’ slopes with personal ski valets escorting their equipment to and from the gondola.
For après ski, or as a destination in itself, guests will be able to indulge in the Dakota Mountain Lodge’s
20,000-square-foot world-renowned Golden Door Spa consisting of 20 treatment rooms, an elaborate fitness center and a full beauty salon - all in a unique and spectacular environment.
Golden Door Spa & Waldorf=Astoria Unite for the First Time
Tom Posey, president and chief executive officer, Golden Door Spas added, “Golden Door welcomes the world
class brand of the Waldorf=Astoria to the Dakota Mountain Lodge. We look forward to working with this
renowned hospitality leader to create a year-round spa and ski destination in Park City that embodies the best of
our organizations mutually remarkable legacies.”
The resort will offer a multitude of activities throughout the spring, summer and fall such as: horseback riding and
fly fishing. Additionally, The Canyons is in the process of adding a breathtaking 18-hole mountain golf course, which will surround the Dakota Mountain Lodge and is planned to commence construction next summer.
“The Waldorf=Astoria Collection is an iconic brand that is embarking on many fantastic new ventures,” commented Lee Hindin, co-founder of DuVal Development. “We’re thrilled to be part of the growth of The Collection as its first ski property.”
Shelly Kamins, a principle in DuVal Development added, “As part of The Waldorf=Astoria Collection, Dakota Mountain Lodge and the Golden Door Spa will bring cache to The Canyons and offer guests a resort experience like none other. Aligning ourselves with the legendary stature of The Waldorf=Astoria Collection is an exciting step in this process.”
Amenities Define Dakota Mountain Lodge
Other highlights of the Dakota Mountain Lodge will include a 15,000-square-foot ballroom and meeting space with its own kitchen, a 5,000-square-foot signature restaurant and lounge, and screening rooms designed to suit the Sundance Film Festival.
The lodge will be located 30 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport which services more than 1,000 flights a day from cities across the U.S., as well as international locations. The Dakota Mountain Lodge is also only a few minutes from the historic Main Street of Park City, Utah with its elaborate offering of restaurants, shops and amenities.
Goldman Sachs Backs Dakota Mountain Lodge
Financing for the Dakota Mountain Lodge, Waldorf=Astoria Collection is being provided by Goldman Sachs.
About the Dakota Mountain Lodge developers:
DuVal Development is a privately held real estate firm located in Park City, Utah. With over three decades of real
estate experience, the partners of DuVal Development have successfully developed millions of square feet of
commercial, residential and resort real estate throughout the United States. A prominent name in Park City,
DuVal Development has a reputation for building spectacular residential communities and is currently one of the
largest developers in the area. Because of its focus on high-quality design, world-class amenities and premier
locations, DuVal properties are the most coveted in the area. Due to absolute attention to detail and scrupulous
standards of quality, DuVal Development is highly regarded as one of the top developers in the marketplace.
About The Waldorf=Astoria Collection:
The Waldorf=Astoria Collection includes some of the most extraordinary properties in spectacular destinations around the globe. Inspired by New York’s legendary Waldorf=Astoria, each hotel in the growing Collection has its own distinct character, timeless architecture and special history. Luxury spas, culinary excellence and world-class golf are featured at
The Collection’s current properties: the beautiful Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix, tropical Grand Wailea Resort hotel & Spa on the Isle of Maui, Hawaii, the historic La Quinta Resort & Club in Southern California, New York’s Waldorf=Astoria and the palace hotel Qasr Al Sharq in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Each guest encounter is a discovery of unique experiences designed to last a lifetime. For more information, please visit: www.waldorfastoriacollection.com.
About Golden Door Spa:
Golden Door is revered in the spa industry for its wealth of history, expertise and innovation. Each day is engrained with the Door’s philosophy of promoting complete well-being and develops a remarkable rhythm, bringing balance and transformation into the lives of its guests. Full-service resort spas near Scottsdale, AZ in Puerto Rico, Naples, FL and Telluride, CO bring the principles and philosophies of the renowned destination spa to the resort guest - seamlessly integrating indigenous treatments, fitness programs and cuisine with signature elements from Golden Door Escondido. Golden Door is also a part of the LXR Luxury Resorts Hotels collection, a portfolio of independent properties distinguished by a style and spirit that captures the unique qualities of their setting.
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The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
January 25th, 2008 Categories: Hotels & Lodging, Real Estate
Here’s the good news…
Stein Eriksen Lodge Isn’t Your Only Good Investment Condo Option
The Chateaux at Silver Lake is Also a Great Cash-Flow Generator
Right across the street from Stein Eriksen Lodge in Silver Lake Village is the Chateaux at Silver Lake, which has similar amenities but slightly less convenient ski access. But don’t let the easy walk across the street to skiing location put a damper on your enthusiasm for this top-notch property.
The Chateaux at Silver Lake is only about 10 years old, and these units can generate between $100,000-$190,000 in gross rental income annually, depending on size, views, location within the building, and amount of owner use.
I dined at The Chateaux’s Bistro Toujours restaurant with my wife and a long-time client last week during the Sundance Film Festival, and we had another great experience. Here’s why…
- No hectic Sundance Festival traffic
- Free, easy heated underground parking
- We called for reservations just the day before..no problem!
- The food was tasty and perfectly prepared
- We even sat next to an A-List Hollywood celeb! We’ll leave his identity private, but you’ll be comforted to learn he treated the staff with courtesy and gratitude.
There are actually two elements of the Chateaux…the main lodge and The Residences at The Chateaux, which are fractional ownership.
The Residences at The Chateaux do not allow you to capture rental revenue if you can’t use your allotted weeks, but it’s a great opportunity to buy a Deer Valley Condo at a fraction of the investment of a whole ownership Deer Valley condo.
Don’t Forget The Lodges at Deer Valley & Silver Baron Lodge
In Lower Deer Valley, The Lodges at Deer Valley & The Silver Baron Lodge seem to generate the most rental income, as they also have group meeting space, shuttle service, and amenities including fitness area and a swimming pool.
This 
property is always a favorite of readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine.
This year, The Lodges at Deer Valley was ranked the 5th best ski Hotel in the USA by loyal readers of this luxury travel magazine.
Ski access isn’t as good as in Silver Lake Village (Steins and The Chateaux), but the prices reflect this reality too.
Not to worry, it’s right on the free bus route, so you can just walk out in front of the hotel and catch the bus to Snow Park Lodge (the base area of Deer Valley Resort). Deer Valley busses have racks for your skis on the back of the bus, by the way!
Montage Resort and St. Regis, Deer Valley Might Grab Market Share in Coming Years
When it opens, the St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest may very well join the three properties we have discussed so far as the finest investment properties in the Park City and Deer Valley area. The St. Regis is under construction and the new hotel is expected to be complete in time for the 2009/2010 ski season.
A top international brand, the St. Regis has a loyal following of high net worth guests who will pay astronomical nightly rental rates for the quality and service the St. Regis brand delivers at each of their worldwide network of properties.
Pre-sales have been excellent (about 56 of the 80 units sold so far), and construction has begun. The developer has a handful of St. Regis units on the market right now.
If you can’t find your preferred location or floor-plan on this list, please email us at stregis@parkcityrealestateguide.com and we’ll get you a copy of the developer’s “Secret Stash” of unreleased units and corresponding prices.
The Montage Resort at Deer Valley is under construction next to the Empire Lodge in Empire Pass, Deer Valley. Montage will be a combination of hotel condos and penthouse residences. We have just formed a “Montage Insiders Club” if you’re interested in getting in on the ground floor of what will become one of the finest ski properties in the world.
To review, we have already discussed properties at Stein Eriksen Lodge, The Chateaux at Silver Lake, The Lodges at Deer Valley, and the St. Regis Resort & Residences, Deer Crest, and the Montage Resort at Deer Valley .
For the rest of the “Best Cash-Flow Condos in Park City” story, click…
Park City and Deer Valley’s Best Cash Flow Condos are… (Part I)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
Deer Valley Montage Hotel
Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
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Park City and Deer Valley’s Best Cash Flow Condos are…
January 25th, 2008 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging
It’s one of the most common queries we receive from investment-minded buyer clients.
Park City & Deer Valley Owners Love Winter Revenue
Not surprisingly, the winter months will generate the bulk of your annual rental revenue. There’s high demand for rental properties in Deer Valley, Park City, and at The Canyons all winter long.
How To Generate Rental Income When it’s not Snowing
The trick–from an investment perspective–is to discover which properties will be rented during the other 8 months of the year, albeit at lower nightly rental rates than in the peak winter season.
Amenities Help Maximize Park City Rental Income
The difference that top cash-flow properties offer relative to inferior cash-flow properties is on-site amenities.
Take Stein Eriksen Lodge, for example. The new conference center they built a few years ago, plus the spa, restaurants, bar, room service, and business center are all additional profit centers for the owners, who share in the profits from these assorted operations.
Most important is the group business that the hotel’s group sales office generates. Bringing groups of 100-300 people at a time to the lodge for 3 or 4 days tends to boost the occupancy!
Increased Rental Revenue = Increased Appreciation Potential
Here’s the catch…as the management has improved the profitability of the hotel and owner profit sharing has increased, why would an owner want to sell their unit? You will have to be very patient–and very lucky–to find an available unit for sale at Steins.
Email us at Steins@ParkCityRealEstateGuide.com if you want us to include you on our Priority Notification List of any new units for sale at this premier Deer Valley property.
However, Stein’s isn’t the only property that offers potential investors an attractive investment opportunity. This story is continued here:
The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
Deer Valley Montage Hotel
St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
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St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
January 21st, 2008 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging
New St. Regis Raises the Bar in Deer Valley
The St. Regis Resort & Residences, Deer Crest is destined to become a signature landmark on the Deer Valley landscape.
Perched atop a hill that overlooks Lower Deer Valley and Deer Crest, the St. Regis boasts a slopeside setting of exquisite natural beauty along the ski slopes of Deer Valley® resort.
The hotel is almost 70% sold out–Only about 20 properties remain unsold in the hotel.
Construction is under way, but the hotel is not yet finished. For those of you who like to plan your vacations years in advance, you can’t make rental reservations yet!
Click Here for St. Regis Condos for Sale
Ownership at the St. Regis is whole-ownership. If you are interested in fractional ownership in Deer Valley, you have a couple of options in other neighborhoods.
The Difference Between St. Regis Condos & Residences
The eleven story St. Regis Hotel features 67 hotel-condominiums in one through four bedroom floor plans.
Floors 1-7 of the St. Regis are condos. Owners of St. Regis condos may rent their units through the on-site managment company when they’re not using their St. Regis Deer Valley condos for their private use.
The top four floors of the St. Regis are home to 26 private residences.
No rentals will be allowed in the St. Regis Residence units. If you search for St. Regis Residences for sale, units with numbers in the 800’s-1100’s are the residence units.
Some owners have combined adjacent residence units to create spacious family retreats. If you need a unit larger than 4 bedrooms, let us know and we’ll put you in touch with the appropriate people to start a custom configuration conversation.
St. Regis Amenities
Amenities at the new St. Regis in Deer Valley will include an indulgent 24,000 square foot spa with salon and fitness facilities, a sun-lovers ski ‘beach,’ a two-tiered swimming pool, a gourmet restaurant, a martini bar, and an owners’ concierge service.
And of course, guests and owners staying in these luxurious Deer Valley Condos at the St. Regis resort may always avail themselves of the signature St. Regis butler service, offering an elevated and sophisticated style of service found exclusively at St. Regis Hotels and Resorts around the world.
The Best Cash-Flow Condos in Deer Valley (Part II)
Deer Valley Is Not the Only Smart Money Bet in Town (Part III)
Dakota Mountain Lodge and Waldorf=Astoria Announcement
Deer Valley Montage Hotel
St. Regis Resort and Residences, Deer Crest
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Tips to Finding Lodging in Park City, Utah
November 27th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Hotels & Lodging, The Canyons®
So you want to ski the greatest snow on earth and be in the best ski town in North America? Park City, Utah is the place.
Park City, Deer Valley, and the Canyons offer some of the widest variety of terrain in a small area that can be found in North America, plus there are 6 more resorts within an hour drive of Park City, Utah.
Park City has the location and the amenities to satisfy thousands of visitors each night, but the difference in cost for your ski vacation can vary dramatically. Everything can be expensive about a ski vacation and lodging is one of the biggest components.
For the affluent visitor, ski in ski out accommodations range in price from several hundred to several thousand dollars per night. These are world class, Five Diamond lodgings, with service on par with the prices paid.
There are options for regular people as well. Accommodations away from the slopes, but with easy access by free bus or car cost significantly less. Depending on how many people are in your party and bed needs, pricing can be a couple hundred nightly for one and two bedroom condos.
Property management companies in Park City control large inventories of options. These companies are listed under the lodging tab at www.parkcityinfo.com .Houses that are rented out privately are listed there as well as on www.vrbo.com
These can be a great deal for larger groups. Make sure to know how accessible the slopes are from the home; is there a bus stop in easy walking distance? Is there parking if you choose to rent a car? Is the kitchen stocked so you can prepare meals? Eating one or two meals in can save lots of money.
Check out all your options or contact the Park City Gurusto find the best deals on lodging in Park City.
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Après Ski Starts the Party Early in Park City, Utah
November 26th, 2007 Categories: Deer Valley®, Dining & Entertainment, Hotels & Lodging, Lifestyle & Activities, Skiing, The Canyons®
Despite Popular Misconceptions About Utah, Park City Has World-Class Restaurants, a Vibrant Nightlife, and a Great Music Scene.
Visit the hottest little ski town in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains and you may not want to return home! Traffic and crummy weather are highly over-rated, don’t you think?
Nightlife in Park City get started early and ends early by most standards. Bars stop serving at 1am , but the party starts early–while the lifts are still running.
Where is the best Apres Ski scene in Park City & Deer Valley?
After a great day on the slopes, you need a spot to kick back, relax, and re-group for the evening ahead. There’s a wide variety to weigh, so here are some options…
A taste of the award winning fondue in the bar at Stein Eriksen Lodge feels like a mini-European vacation.
One too many frothy Stigels at the Goldner Hirsh Inn, and you’ll be ready for a yodeling contest with the ski instructor sitting at the table sitting next to you.
At O’Shucks on Historic Main Street, you can order Schooners (huge vessels that require both hands to hoist the mighty drink) of beer, and patrons toss empty peanut shells on the floor.
At Talisker’s Tower Club in The Village at Empire Pass, club members lounge in oversized chairs in front of the massive stone fireplace, and sample delictable items off the après ski menu. Kids have their own clubhouse area downstairs for supervised arts, crafts, and games.
Most of Park City’s nightclubs are found on Historic Main Street. Harry O’s attracts top name performers year-round. The No Name Saloon, The Spur, and The Sidecar are other popular hangouts for locals and visitors alike.
Après Ski is More Than a Warm-up For Evening in Park City…
Après ski is under appreciated for the wealth of opportunities it presents.
“I have witnessed the birth (and sometimes the consummation and break up) of torrid affairs, reunions of long lost friends/lovers/enemies, business deals struck and abandoned, and ugly hands of credit card roulette.” says a longtime Park City bartender
Après Ski timing is critical. You don’t want to be uncomfortable in your ski boots and wet ski clothes, but going home to shower may keep you from getting the right spot at the right time.
Your best bet is to change your clothes (at least your shoes) and secure your skis in overnight ski storage facilities at hotels, resorts or in your vehicle. Otherwise, you may still be in your ski boots when you try to dance with that cute skier that has been flirting with you from the next table.
Find a place with good music, food and the right mix of people. Be sure to drink extra water at our high-elevation resorts and do not overindulge early.
One more thing…Get there before 5pm.
PS Be nice to your server as you may want to come back the next day–if you leave at all.
Happy Après!
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