Chillout — 5 Colorado Resorts That Celebrate Snow

You have two options when it comes to winter — either hibernate for four months or get out and enjoy it. If your team is in the latter group, then we have some insider info for you. The following Colorado resorts do more than tolerate snow…they celebrate it! If you’re planning a weekend retreat or team building event, these five resorts are the hottest places to be when the weather is cold.

Vail Resort, Vail

About the Resort — Folks flock to Vail with its three iconic villages offering visitors a wide range of lodging options, including luxury hotels, condominiums, B&Bs, and even private homes. A diverse range of dining options cater to every taste while a variety of hotels offer meeting space with amazing views.  

Winter Activities — Things don’t slow down here just because it’s winter. This is Colorado, after all. Spend your days outdoors skiing, tubing, snowboarding, or ski biking. Thrill to the breathtaking scenery on a Gondola Ride. Ready to warm up? Indulge in a unique spa experience at the Rock Resort Spa.

Keystone Resort, Summit County

About the Resort — Located just 90 minutes from the Denver International Airport, Keystone offers 1200 guestrooms all within walking distance of the slopes, including hotels, B&Bs and condos. There’s also plenty of room for groups to retreat here, with the largest conference site in the Colorado Rockies featuring 100,000 square feet of event space. Multiple dining choices range from contemporary cuisine to hardy steaks, chops, and burgers so there’s a flavor to savor for everyone.

Winter Activities — There’s plenty of outdoor fun at Keystone, including skiing, snowboarding or tubing. You may also want to explore sleigh rides, ice skating, or the Mountaintop Adventure Tour to offers your group breathtaking views as you journey up the mountainside in a snow cat. Explore the great indoors at Keystone Spa offering a full range of services, including massages, facials, and body treatments.

Beaver Creek Resort, Broomfield

About the Resort — Nestled in the stunning Rocky Mountains, Beaver Creek Resort is the perfect get-away for your group. Twenty-four properties offer amazing accommodations including suites, guest rooms, and vacation villas. After a day out in the snow, experience world-class cuisine at mountain top or village restaurants serving up everything from smokehouse- inspired entrees to spicy Italian recipes. Thirteen meeting and event venues gives you plenty of choices for your group gathering.

Winter Activities — Winter is a magical time here. Catch an open-air sleigh up to Allie’s Cabin Dinners cozy cabin, enjoy ice skating at the rink in the middle of the village, explore the mountain with a guided tour, or shop the unique boutiques, shops, and galleries in the village. Of course, there’s world-class skiing, snowboarding, and tubing too.

Breckenridge Resort, Breckenridge

About the Resort — Located in scenic Breckenridge, the resort features five properties with over 600 guest rooms including hotels, B&Bs, and condominiums. All that outdoor activity is sure to boost appetites, and any of the town’s 76 restaurants are there to satisfy them. Meetings are inspiring in any of the unique indoor or outdoor meeting spaces offering stunning panoramic views.

Winter Activities — The resorts five distinct peaks make for some of the area’s most skiable terrain. Because of its convenient location, the Resort is close to many of the area’s attractions including historic downtown Breckenridge, the arts district with its many studios and galleries, fabulous shopping in local boutiques and shops, and even craft beer tasting at local breweries.

Copper Mountain Resort, Summit County

About the Resort — Three charming villages of the Copper Mountain Resort offer exceptional lodging options from rustic lodges to contemporary hotels. Meetings are always motivating when held in the conference center with 15,568 square feet of flexible function space for up to 740 people. From casual burgers and fries to upscale seafood and steaks, there’s something for every palate at Copper Mountain.

Winter Activities — Winters at Copper Mountain Resort are something to be experienced. Spend the day outdoors on the mountain skiing, tubing, or snowboarding. Take a thrilling ride on the Rocky Mountain Coaster, one of the longest in North America at 5,800 feet. Have a wild time on the Tubing Hill or join an uphill tour. Afterward, relax at the Spa & Athletic Club offering facials, massages, and more.