118 Lost Creek Lane, Telluride, CO 81435, 866-530-9466,
Rates: Studio suites with kitchenette and one king or queen start at $269 a night. Overnight parking is $30 per night.
Stay here if you: want to be in a boutique hotel in the heart of Mountain Village or ski-in/ski-out during the winter.
It’s close to: the gondola, which is out the front door and up the steps.
The rooms are: equipped either with kitchenettes, in the case of the studios, or full kitchens, as with the one- to three-bedroom “residences.” The studio suites have king or queen beds piled high with plush linens. They feature flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and robes, and some have decks. The residences come with sleeper sofas, gas fireplaces, steam showers and decks. The products are the fabulous L’Occitane.
They put all of the money into: making this classy, beautifully decorated place look and feel like the luxury hotel that it is. The staff is courteous without simpering, and they are empowered to make your stay a treat. The fitness center is packed with state-of-the-art equipment, and there are saunas and outdoor hot tubs.
The bottom line: This is an impressive new addition to the Mountain Village scene, a pretty and sophisticated spot that fits in with the rest of the village’s scenery. And it’s the little things that add up here, such as the welcome cheese tray and breakfast in bed, all included.
Kyle Wagner
