Next trip: Steamboat Springs

[theGinsue]

In case you missed my thread on visiting "Ft. Collins" (https://www.ar-15.co/threads/141059-What-s-there-for-a-couple-to-do-on-a-day-trip-to-Ft-Collins), my wife and I like to visit places around the state that she (and sometimes me too) has never been before.

We're not sure when we'll be taking this trip, but sometime during the ski season my wife and I want to visit Steamboat Springs. I've been through there during the summer, but neither of us has ever visited during the winter. Neither of us ski's, snowboards, or gets involved in cold weather outdoor sports. We like to look out the windows of a warm & cozy indoor environment at the snow. One thing we've both wanted to do is stay a night or two in a ski lodge. So, this is where I need the memberships help.

For those of you familiar with Steamboat, maybe you can recommend a place to stay. Initially, here's what we'd like considered in the lodging choice:


Decent/clean/well maintained accommodations. I can't stand places that make me wonder if I'll be bringing bud bugs home with me or that just look worn out.
We'd really like a place with the Hollywood stereotypical ski lodge common great room with the fireplace and comfy chairs where folks can sit around and read a book, drink cocoa or libations, etc.
Single Queen or King sized bed.
Hot tub - even better if there are rooms with private hot tubs.
Onsite pub/bar to grab a drink in the evening
Obviously, someplace not too expensive - or that has great deals would be preferable.


I know I'll be adding to that list, but it's something to start with. Whatcha got?

[Great-Kazoo]

My cousins kids are going to school up there, i'll get the 411 for you. It's going to be real pricey during ski season. Public Hot Tub and you're concerned with bed bugs [fail] icky. Be nice if you could get a room with sauna.

http://www.steamboatdestinations.com/?utm_campaign=Steamboat&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=msn&utm_term=steamboat+springs&EID=4.1.23.0

http://www.steamboat-springs-rentals.com/steamboat-springs-rentals-spa-area.htm
same place

http://www.steamboat-springs-rentals.com/condo-rental-bedrooms.html

[theGinsue]

Yeah, I just added something about price to my post. We expect it to be very expensive, but maybe we can find some deals. We figure that we need to enjoy ourselves a little and since we don't do this (ever), we can splurge a little.

I'm also going to look at what possible deals the MWR office at the base I work on might have for military (retiree) folks.


Public Hot Tub and you're concerned with bed bugs icky.

I know; right!? I'm not real fond of the public tub & would really prefer private, but I'll take what .i can get. I'll check out those links.

[wctriumph]

I'm not a winter sports guy either but I have been to Steamboat in Winter and Summer and stayed at various accommodations from the worn out hotel to Steamboat Grand to renting a house, none were the Hollywood version of a Ski Lodge. I have stayed at Lodges in many locations and the rooms do not usually have fire places but the lodge's great room usually does and that is where the enjoyment is, talking to other guests.

Plenty of great places to eat if you can find the local's spots and stay away from the tourist eateries.

Good luck on your trip and have FUN!!

[earplug]

Hire a guide and go ice fishing somewhere

[theGinsue]

Hire a guide and go ice fishing somewhere
Naw. I've got an ice hut & gear but I stopped enjoying ice fishing several years ago. Too many times of watching the trout & salmon bump my bait but never take it and leaning over the hole all day just hurt my neck & back.

[Irving]

I don't think you can get there through Estes during the winter, just FYI. I'm pretty sure you have to go I-70 to 40 and over Berthoud Pass and through Winter Park and Granby.

[ruthabagah]

Stayed twice at the steamboat grand and liked it. One of the room / condo we had was huge with 2 stone fireplaces in the master and living room. I cannot recommend the restaurant at the grand, because it takes 2 h to get a table if you are lucky.... In town, there is a really good steakhouse (8th street steak house).

[Great-Kazoo]

I don't think you can get there through Estes during the winter, just FYI. I'm pretty sure you have to go I-70 to 40 and over Berthoud Pass and through Winter Park and Granby.

Correct the road is closed.

[Big E3]

There are a lot of newer places to stay up near the ski area at the ski village. I personally like staying in town because it's more of a small town atmosphere that you can access on foot. I have not been there in a few years so I do not have any specific places in town to stay. Just keep in mind the town and ski area are separated.

[rondog]

I don't think you can get there through Estes during the winter, just FYI. I'm pretty sure you have to go I-70 to 40 and over Berthoud Pass and through Winter Park and Granby.

Yup.

[Ah Pook]

http://www.mahoganyridgesteamboat.com/
http://www.point6.com/ Skip Smartwool.
http://strawberryhotsprings.com/
http://www.steamboat.com/things-to-do/things-to-do.aspx

[buffalobo]

Check the bed and breakfast circuit. Steamboat used to have very nice ones at reasonable rates and accommodations.

https://www.bing.com/search?q=steamboat+springs+bed+and+breakfasts


Also great snow mobiling in the area.

[jslo]

Definitely check out Strawberry Hot Springs. Get a massage, soak in the Springs, dip in the icy river, repeat.... be warned, when we went, after dark clothing is optional.

[GilpinGuy]

Definitely check out Strawberry Hot Springs. Get a massage, soak in the Springs, dip in the icy river, repeat.... be warned, when we went, after dark clothing is optional.

I did this 10+ years ago and thought it was cool as hell. Steaming hot water bubbling out of the side of a mountain.

[Great-Kazoo]

Definitely check out Strawberry Hot Springs. Get a massage, soak in the Springs, dip in the icy river, repeat.... be warned, when we went, after dark clothing is optional.

So was heterosexual visitors. There were more 3 dollar bills wander around, which put a damper in the mine & the spouses visit off till daytime. That was years ago and the ride up the road on MC was interesting.

[def90]

I work up in the Springs every other week or so.. Plenty of places to stay that meet most of your expectations though places like Vail and Aspen will have more of the "quintessential" ski lodge than Steamboat. I'll work on a few suggestions from the locals when I am back up there this week.



I drive up at least every other week. The best route by far in the winter is I70 to Silverthorne and the Hwy 9 all the way up. About 25 minutes faster than taking 40 through Winter Park and the road is better.

Worked up on the mountain last week hanging a bunch of new digital signage monitors in the on mountain lodges. Last day the service roads were open, next week we will be riding snowcats to get up to finish the project.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-U3v2SWWKPvE/VGlWl05FKDI/AAAAAAAAC1c/ILwc6cL5rZM/s800/IMG_20141112_120712_315.jpg