Best Ski-in Ski-Out Resorts in Telluride

By now, I’ve written plenty on Colorado’s best ski resorts, including Aspen, Breckenridge, & the ever-popular Vail.  What’s the problem with all these resorts though?  They can be SUPER CROWDED!!  If you’re looking for a ski experience that’s a little more off-the-beaten-path yet still luxurious: Telluride may just be your perfect mountain.  With its high altitude, out-of-the-way location, quirky town, & high-end lodging ~ you’ll get a truly unique ski experience here….with a LOT less people.  To get you as close to the mountain as possible, here are the best ski-in ski-out resorts in Telluride!

Telluride is one of the most beautiful ski towns in Colorado.

How to Get to Telluride: Because Telluride is a longgg 6-hour drive from Denver, your best bet is to fly into Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) ~ which is still 65 miles from Telluride. You can find direct flights to Montrose from San Francisco, LAX, Denver, Phoenix, Houston, Chicago, & New York.

 

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Map of Telluride Ski-in/Ski-Out Hotels

None of the hotels listed below are located in the actual town of Telluride; instead, they’re all located just a few miles away, in an area called Mountain Village ~ which is known as the true ski base for Telluride.

Best Ski-in Ski-Out Resorts in Telluride

1. The Madeline Hotel & Residences ($809+) = Top Luxury Property + Pet-Friendly

If I was traveling to Telluride & could afford it: I’d stay at The Madeline Hotel & Residences.  Their upscale, mountain-chic style suits me to a tee, while the staff’s attention to detail & over-the-top service (tents for dogs & kids!?) sets them apart.  With quite possibly the best location in Mountain Village, right next to Station Meadows Chondola, you’ve got beautifully-furnished rooms here, with suites adding living rooms & fireplaces; apartments offer kitchens.  Add to that a world-class spa, outdoor pool with two hot tubs, ski valet, three restaurants, & a chic outdoor patio area with fire pits….& what more could you ask for in a great ski hotel?

Closest Ski Lift: Station Meadows Chondola

The Madeline is the best of the best in Telluride, with the most modern, high-end feel.

The Madeline Hotel & Residences, an Auberge property.

A gorgeous pool area with fire pits is a great place to relax post-slopes.

“The entire staff [at The Madeline] was so kind, helpful, & cool . We were there for a week & they made it very special, especially for our dog & 5-year old son. In our room was a dog bed, bowls, & toys for our dog, plus a little kids’ tent with a toy campfire set up! Our son & dog loved cuddling in the tent! Ashley was our concierge & she was great, full of good ideas & 100% helpful as it was our first time in Telluride. Hands-down best hotel & restaurants in Mountain Village!”

– Lance M.

Best Ski-in Ski-Out Resorts in Telluride

2. Lumiere with Inspirato ($1,346) = Most Intimate (+ Pet-Friendly)

If you’re looking for an extremely intimate & highly luxurious boutique hotel, right by the slopes ~ look no further than Lumiere with Inspirato.  Winner of Conde Nast’s “Top 8 Hotels of the West” & USA Today’s “Top 10 Ski Hotels in America,” this property comes with much prestige.  And it’s particularly unique, because they only offer 18 recently remodeled residences, with high-tech chef’s kitchens & toweringly impressive mountain views.  This is a hotel meant for the most discerning guests, where your every need will be assiduously attended to….& the price tag reflects that.

Closest Ski Lift: Free Intercept Gondola

Refined elegance reigns at Lumiere with Inspirato.

Views from the Penthouse Suite at Lumiere.

“[The Lumiere] is the best place to stay in North America. Loved the rooms, hospitality, & how warm & welcoming every one of the hotel staff is. My wife & dogs loved the place & we can’t wait to return.”

– Jonathan G.

3. Inn at Lost Creek ($438+) = Most Budget-Friendly

In a complete counterpoint to the Lumiere, but next to the same lift, is the down-home Inn at Lost Creek ~ a much more reasonably priced option.  Woodsy-chic suites are comfortable enough, offering whirlpool jet tubs & mountain views from balconies.  All rooms have kitchenettes & washer/dryers, while suites offer separate living areas with fireplaces; one & two-bedroom condos come complete with full kitchens.  There’s a hot breakfast buffet here, complimentary airport shuttle, ski valet, an Asian restaurant, & rooftop hot tub. 

Great for families on budgets!

Closest Ski Lifts: Free Intercept Gondola

The Inn at Lost Creek is one of the most reasonably priced ski-in/ski-out options in Telluride.

Rooms reflect less luxury than the Madeline or Lumiere, but are perfectly adequate for a ski weekend.

“I’ve stayed at [The Inn at Lost Creek] a few times, & it’s a great spot. Staff are next-level friendly & always helpful. It’s not the most posh place if that’s what you want, but rooms are cozy, there’s a pretty good breakfast included, & it’s right next to the 4-chair & free gondolas. There’s 2 rooftop hot tubs, & you also have access to a massive spa, huge gym & 2 cardio rooms, lap pool, small water slide, etc. There’s a ski valet so your boots are warm & your skis are taken outside just before the lifts open. Could not be more convenient ~ downhill about 50 feet to the lift.”

– Brandon M.

Best Ski-in Ski-Out Hotels in Telluride

4. Mountain Lodge at Telluride (439+) = Great for Families

With a unique location up the mountain, near the top of Free Intercept Gondola, is the rustic-chic Mountain Lodge Telluride.  You can get everything from a normal “Lodge Room” here (Note: they’re quite small), all the way up to roomier suites or 6-bedroom cabins.  Enjoy an in-room massage, or make use of their on-site ski rental shop, heated outdoor pool, hot tub, & gym.  Use of the local shuttle is free, & they’ve got a downhome-style restaurant on property with grand mountain views.

Closest Ski Lift: Free Intercept Gondola

The Mountain Lodge Telluride has a prime location next to the Free Intercept Gondola.

A Junior Suite gives you a little more space than a standard room.

Mountain Lodge is so close to the slopes ~ you can see the gondolas passing by overhead.

“We had a great time staying at the [Mountain Lodge] for a weekend ski trip with our 3 kids. The room was great (kids loved the loft!), hot tub & heated pool very fun, shuttle was easy to use, & the staff were SUPER friendly & helpful. Pretty short walk to the village market & gondola stop. We loved it & want to go back! The kids were so sad to leave!”

– Whitney P.

Best Ski-in Ski-Out Resorts in Telluride

One more option: The Peaks Resort & Spa.

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