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The ski season in the northern hemisphere is about to start.
Around the world, travel restrictions related to the Pandemic are no longer in place. Ski resorts boomed amid the surge in domestic travel demand and are expected to remain a hot commodity this winter.
Half the fun of a ski trip is staying at a top-notch ski resort, which is a place to relax after a day on the mountains, and have an apres-ski cocktail next to a fire pit. They are places where the snow falls and the mountains are full of evergreens.
Even better, many resorts in the country's top ski destinations are points hotels, which means you can skip laying down cold hard cash for your stay and spend that money where it really counts, on gear rentals, ski passes or those end-of-the-day activities. With winter just around the corner, let's take a look at some of our favorite ski resorts that you can book with points.
The 1960 Winter Olympics were held in the area where the Resort at Squaw Creek is located.
The 405-room resort is located at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and has ski-in, ski- out access. During warmer months, guests can enjoy heated pools, hot tub, a full gym, and a spa. Ski gear can be stored with a ski valet.
World of Hyatt points can be used at the Resort at Squaw Creek. You can book stays for 25,000 points per night if you're a Category 6 property. It's incredibly easy to use points earned from cards such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card at Hyatt properties if you remember that World of Hyatt points transfer from Chase Ultimate rewards at a 1: ratio.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is a luxurious home base that offers ski-in, ski-out access and proximity to the charming Northstar Village, the town of Truckee and, of course, Lake Tahoe. Fireplaces and Juliet balconies can be found in many of the guest rooms. You can treat yourself to a massage at the spa after a long day at the slopes.
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In Marriott's Bonvoy award chart, the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is now a Category 8 property, but it was previously a Category 8 property. A free night will cost you between 80,000 and 120,000 points per night, which is a huge increase from the last update.
If you want to spend more time skiing and less time traveling to the mountain, Marriott Vacation Club's Timber Lodge is the perfect place to stay.
The hotel has both standard rooms and villas with a fireplace, jetted tub and full kitchen. The Fire and Ice Grill and Bar is a great place to eat after a long day on the slopes. Over the winter, the Timber Lodge has limited availability, with points redemptions ranging from 36,000 points to 63,000 points per night.
If you use your new Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express card to make $5,000 in eligible purchases within the first three months, you will receive a welcome bonus of 150,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points.
If you use your new Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express card to make $4,000 in eligible purchases within the first three months, you will receive a 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points. The offer ends in November.
The Park Hyatt is located at the base of a Colorado mountain. This hotel is located in a part of Colorado where skiers can enjoy all the natural beauty.
In addition to all the trappings of a high-end ski resort, the property also has an Exhale spa, a heated outdoor pool and five hot tub.
The property is a Category 7 hotel in the World of Hyatt award chart, meaning a free standard night will cost you 30,000 points, but can drop as low as 25,000 for off-peak and as high as 35,000 points on peak nights.
The Viewline Resort Snowmass, Autograph Collection is a ski-in, ski-out resort with a prime spot on the side of the mountain. The hotel underwent a renovation last year. It's a four-star resort with a ski concierge, a heated pool, a kids' club, a spa, and on-site dining options.
Marriott Bonvoy points can be redeemed for up to 63,000 points per night at Viewline.
St. Regis Aspen is arguably the finest address in one of the most exclusive ski towns in the world.
Guests can take advantage of Aspen's high-end shopping, fantastic restaurants and lively nightlife when they stay at the St. Regis, which is located at the base of Aspen Mountain. You will be pampered in the large, marble-clad bathroom when you return to your room. After skiing, you can take a dip in the heated outdoor pool and enjoy a cocktail at the hotel bar.
Points redemptions for a free night now range from 68,000 points per night to up to 120,000 points per night, all on a limited basis.
The W Aspen leans into the more lively side of the ski town with its funky decor and rooftop bar. Some rooms feature up to four queen-size bunk beds in a single room. The hotel takes its role as a ski resort very seriously. It is close to the town of Aspen and has slope-side access to Aspen Mountain.
The W Aspen has a points redemption range from 64,000 to 106,000 points per night.
One of America's best-known ski destinations is close to the Salt Lake City International Airport. You can take advantage of the hotel's multilevel pool complex with heated pools and a couple of hot tub located next to the ski run that takes you into the hotel. There is a ski shop at the ski resort. Don't miss out on a treatment at the spa.
In the peak season, the redemption starts at 68,000 points per night and goes as high as 130,000 points per night.
The Park City area is perfect for anyone who wants to see and do everything.
There is a gondola that will take you to the base of Canyons Mountain if you want to ski. After a day in the snow, each guest room has a gas fireplace that you can use to warm up.
During the low season and peak travel season, rooms can be had for as little as 95,000 points per night and as much as 1.361 million points per night. If you spend $4,000 on purchases within the first three months of membership, you'll get a welcome bonus of 150,000 points, which can be used to upgrade your Honors account.
There is a luxurious ski-in, ski-out resort located at the base of the tallest peak in Vermont. You will also have access to a full spa, a heated outdoor pool, and multiple restaurants and bars at the resort. You can get to enjoy activities like ice skating, ziplining and gondola rides in the area.
The Lodge is a Hyatt hotel. It is a Category 7 property. You will pay 30,000 points for a free night.
The Cloudveil is located close to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. The first of its kind in Jackson Hole, the 96-room hotel is designed to blend in with its surroundings. There are pictures of mountain landscapes in the lobby decor. After a day of skiing, guests can relax and enjoy cocktails at The Bistro or lounge around the outdoor pool, garden and rooftop terrace.
In the peak winter travel season, Cloudveil points redemption can be as high as 100,000 points.
The hotel is located in the middle of the village and is a great place to stay if you want to ski in Canada. You won't be bored at this hotel, it's close to the gondolas of both Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Everything you would expect from a full-service ski resort, including free storage for your ski and snowboarding gear, a spa and a heated outdoor pool and hot tub can be found at the property.
During the low season, rooms at the resort can be found for as little as 45,000 Honors points per night, making it an excellent option for people who want to stretch their points to the max. When it comes to the peak season, this can get pretty extravagant. The average rate stays in the 80,000-point range for most of the peak season, except for a few nights here and there north of 200,000 points.
The only ski resort in North America will be opened by Club Med.
The Le Westin Resort and Spa is located at the base of Mont-Tremblant and is close to both the slopes and the village. Fireplaces and even kitchenettes are included in many of the rooms at this property. There is a heated outdoor saltwater pool, a hot tub for post-ski dips, and a spa at the resort.
The hotel has points redemption nights in the fall and winter.
The W Verbier is located in the Swiss Alps and is a very W take on luxury. The bright, airy rooms are cutting edge, but you won't forget you're in the Alps because of touches like thick throw blankets and fireplaces.
The resort has six restaurants and bars on site. Light woods and rich colors are featured in the hotel's public spaces. You can take advantage of the ski-in, ski-out access for some of the best skiing you will ever experience.
Points redemption nights start at 68,000 points per night and can go up to 100,000 points per night in the peak travel season.
The Park Hyatt brand's renowned minimalist luxury can be found at the Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono. The Annupuri Mountains are approximately 70 miles from the hotel. The property has 11 restaurants, a health club, a swimming pool, an onsen and ski rental opportunities.
A standard free night at this hotel will cost you 40,000 points, making it a Category 8 hotel. Travelers who want to plan further into the future should remember that Japan is a world-class ski destination.
The additional reporting was done by Josh Laskin.
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