What’s better than fresh snow in the forecast for your next ski vacation? Sharing all the winter fun with your closest family and friends under one roof, of course, with ski-in/ski-out access to one of the world’s most famous mountain resorts. From Colorado, Utah and Montana to Quebec, the French Alps and the Swiss Alps, there’s a ski-in/ski-out Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy vacation rental just waiting to welcome you and yours in from the cold — and in the utmost comfort.
When you stay at a home that offers direct access to the slopes from where you sleep, you’re sure to make the most of your precious vacation time. The best slopeside homes come with all the amenities you need to get the party started on a ski trip, cook gourmet meals or just maximize the cozy factor when you’re in for the day.
Think fireplaces and outdoor fire pits to gather around, private outdoor hot tubs, in-house stereo systems, theaters, saunas, grills, game rooms — and so much more.
Read on for ideas for where to enjoy the ski trip of your dreams, and browse the Ski-In, Ski-Out Curated Collection by Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy to book your ideal vacation home. As always, check for travel guidelines and closures before planning your trip.
Park City, Utah
Utah’s most charming ski town, Park City offers the rare combo of easy ski access and a bustling Main Street full of restaurants, boutiques and cool bars. You’ll find lifts accessing some of North America’s best ski terrain just steps away from Main Street.
With more groomed trails than any ski resort in North America, this mountain offers something for every level of skier. Ski-in/ski-out vacation home rentals in Park City make for great options, too — from slopeside mansions with private hot tubs, fire pits and even karaoke lounges to luxury townhomes where you can grill up a steak dinner while gazing out at the glittering slopes.
Breckenridge, Colorado
First tracks on the legendary corduroy slopes of Breckenridge beckon when you stay at a ski-in/ski-out vacation home in this favorite Rocky Mountain resort.
Opt for a property with amenities like decks with private hot tubs from which you can enjoy views of the ski runs and White River National Forest. Or perhaps you’d prefer a vacation rental with views of Bald Mountain from a gourmet kitchen and a game room for playing ping-pong, foosball or billiards when you’re not warming your toes by the fire.
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
A friendly and authentic ski-town vibe pairs with more than 2,900 acres of skiable terrain to keep loyal visitors returning to Steamboat Springs year after year.
Your ski-in/ski-out vacation home options might see you settling into a gorgeous Victorian-style mansion right under the Steamboat Gondola complete with its own theater, game room and piano. There are slopeside condos, too, with access to a family game room and kids playrooms, pools and hot tubs — and even complimentary continental breakfast to start your day seamlessly.
Vail and Avon, Colorado
From its legendary Back Bowls that challenge expert skiers to one of the most sought-after ski schools in North America, there’s a reason Vail lures winter sport fanatics from across the planet.
Ski-in/ski-out vacation rentals within walking distance of Lionshead and Vail Village and in nearby Avon keep things cozy with amenities skiers love. Think complimentary ski lockers and boot warmers as well as wellness highlights that range from outdoor heated pools and hot tubs to saunas and steam rooms to soak your slope-weary muscles.
Big Sky, Montana
The state known for cowboys and ranches during the summer months makes an even bigger impression come ski season, particularly in Montana’s best mountain towns, like Big Sky.
Gather your gang for a ski-in/ski-out stay at a cabin with exposed log trusses, an outdoor hot tub and wood-burning fireplace just minutes from the restaurants and bars at Mountain Village. Slopeside condo options here might include cozy European lodge vibes and private hot tubs surrounded by towering pines.
Mont-Tremblant, Canada
Roughly 80 miles west of Montreal in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Mont-Tremblant brings the best ski terrain on Canada’s east coast to the table — and with a French-Canadian accent and delicious culinary traditions to match.
Choose a ski-in/ski-out vacation home with hot tub views overlooking Lac Tremblant and a prime position right near the resort’s Nansen Trail. Then let the snowy memory-making start.
Whistler, Canada
Whistler nights go down even sweeter when you stay slopeside in a home with its own fire pit on the outdoor deck, a sauna and a hot tub for sweating it up with your friends.
Canada’s most legendary apres-ski scene unfolds at this resort, full of revelers from all over the world. But vacation homes with perks like private gondolas, game rooms and wraparound balconies with Blackcomb mountain views make it plenty tempting just to stay in for the evening and have your own apres-ski party, too.
Megève, France
France’s answer to Aspen, Megève is a hideaway in the Haute-Savoie region for the wintry well-heeled, with 235 slopes that range from gentle tree-lined runs to truly expert terrain.
Choose the perfect ski-in/ski-out rental chalet with Mont Blanc views for your entourage and look for homes with access to your own European-inspired wellness amenities, too, like massage rooms, saunas and steamy hammams.
Zermatt, Switzerland
The Swiss ski life might feel most iconic cozied up around the fireplace of a private chalet with a Matterhorn view outside your window.
A ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Zermatt overlooking Switzerland’s most notable peak is just the mountain fantasy you’re looking to make real. Complete the picture-perfect scene by choosing a home with luxe features like a sauna for relaxing and views over the town’s charming village and three surrounding ski areas.
Chamonix, France
No place in France pairs world-class skiing with après-ski parties that go all night like Chamonix — the gorgeous Alpine village at the base of Western Europe’s tallest peak, Mont Blanc.
Leave it to the French to give the ski-in/ski-out chalet experience here that certain je ne sais quoi, complete with amenities that might include a daily delivery of fresh bread and patisserie treats in addition to your own private spa and wellness area, cinema and more.
And don’t forget the 119 trails accessed by 67 lifts out your snowy door.
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