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IT’S APRÈS SEASON! THESE ARE THE BEST WINTERTIME DESTINATIONS FOR THE LUXURY-LOVING SKI SET.
THE DOLOMITES
AMAN ROSA ALPINA
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Head to the Italian town of San Cassiano, a classic resort in The Dolomites with an alpine twist that also doubles as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Skiing and pampering are at the forefront here at the Aman Rosa Alpina hotel, which, though it officially opened its doors in 1939 simply as Rosa Alpina, is reopening this year with a massive refurbishment as a fully-fledged Aman. Architectural enhancements to the exterior of the hotel and interior communal areas now allow for a more diverse and extensive culinary offering with the addition of private dining spaces for intimate celebrations, while the wellness area has almost doubled in size and provides an entirely new spa menu. The redesign, overseen by longtime Aman collaborator Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston Architects (who most recently masterminded the monumental transformation of New York City’s Crown Building to become Aman New York), includes a remodel of all 50 rooms and suites, the top of which are two 1,615-square-foot presidential suites, and the 3,015-square-foot Chalet Zeno, a private refuge accommodating up to six guests.
Strada Micurà de Rü, 20, 39036 San Cassiano BZ, Italy
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ST. MORITZ
ST. MORITZ GRAND HOTEL DES BAINS KEMPINSKI
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There is no doubt that St. Moritz is the most stunning and the most glamorous mountain setting of the Swiss Alps, transforming into a snow-covered wonderland each winter as it hosts the Snow Polo World Cup and fellow horse race White Turf. Here, there are two villages: Bad, near the town’s center, and Dorf, located by the region’s thermal springs. The latter is for those who want to shop and après minus the skiing, while those looking for a quieter, more private getaway should stay at Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, located at the foot of the Signalbahn cable car and the legendary Hahnensee ski run, which offers access to the ski in/ski out to Corviglia and Piz Corvatsch ski areas. The 196-room property, open since 1864, is home to three awarded restaurants, inclusive of the Michelin-starred Cà d’Oro and the Italian gourmet Ristorante Da Adriano with 14 Gault Millau points. The luxury experience is completed by its Alpine Spa and its purifying Mauritius spring water, four different saunas, steam bath, laconium, atmospheric indoor pool and heated outdoor pool, gym, Kneipp baths, and alpine garden, as well as an in-house ski school.
Via Mezdi 27, 7500 St. Moritz, Switzerland
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VERBIER
W VERBIER
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For those seeking some of the most challenging backcountry skiing (and one of the longest ski runs in the world), head to Verbier. The crowd, a posh mix of British royals and wealthy Europeans, converges here for the upscale vibe and the area itself: smack dab in the midst of 4 Vallées (comprised of Verbier, Nendaz, Veysonnaz, and Thyon). For a stay that’s truly both fun and luxurious, check in to the W Verbier, which offers ski in/ski out access, just steps away from the main Verbier lifts. The property is home to 123 rooms and suites, each of which has a fireplace and private balcony, making it the perfect spot for an intimate escape after a full day of powder. This 5-star property offers a wide range of culinary options, including a tapas bar and mixology experiences at the brand’s signature W Living Room. Guests can unwind in a 14,000 square-foot alpine oasis, which features two pools, nine treatment rooms, and the brand’s signature gym, FIT. The hotel also offers W’s renowned Whatever/Whenever service, but also uniquely provides a dedicated W Mountain Concierge that will provide exclusive access to all experiences on and off the slopes, from your first snowboard lesson to a heli-skiing adventure. On-property wellness experiences are pretty amazing as well, ranging from yoga with former Freeride World Tour snowboard champion Emilien Badoux to one-on-one fitness with an in-house biomechanics coach.
70 Rue de Médran, 1936 Verbier, Switzerland
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ZERMATT
MONT CERVIN PALACE
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This stunning Swiss alpine mountain town of Zermatt is a must for skiers in that it features the highest-altitudes pistes in Europe, just below the iconic, pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak. Here, you’ll also find the highest cable car station in Europe with views of both the Swiss and Italian Alps, and the Gornergrat, a mountain panorama with glorious views of the Matterhorn. Luxury lovers will like it, too, as its main street — Bahnhofstrasse — is liberally dotted with high-end boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and luxury hotels. On that front, our pick is Mont Cervin Palace — often referred to as the ‘Grande Dame of Zermatt’ due to fact that it opened its doors in 1853 — which offers the best of both worlds as it is actually located on Bahnhofstrasse. When you’re not on the slopes, there’s an endless amount to do here, be it dining at its Michelin star restaurant, Ristorante Capri, drinking at Joseph’s Bar and the Bar at the Petit Cervin, or relaxing at Spa Nescens.
Bahnhofstrasse 31, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland
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GSTAAD
THE ALPINA GSTAAD
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Switzerland is so good for skiing that we had to feature another Swiss locale in Gstaad, an upscale resort town in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps. Its breathtaking views, sublime skiing, and prestigious international boarding schools have long made it a holiday destination for royalty and celebrities. The jet set stays The Alpina Gstaad, a five-star, eco-friendly hotel known for its mindful, conscious, and responsible luxury. Classically carved ceilings and timber-clad walls create a cozy feel when coupled with leather headboards, Swiss farmhouse-style cupboards and chests, and décor such as the traditional leather straps used to hold cowbells — an iconic image for Gstaad. The property also features the Michelin star restaurant Martin Göschel, which features a French-based cuisine that incorporates local and regional ingredients from the Saanenland and 400 rare vintages of wine, as well as Megu, a restaurant from sushi master Tsutomu Kugota. It is also home to a Six Senses spa, which, for those in the know, offers an intuitive mix of science and human awareness that is both high-tech and high-touch.
Alpinastrasse 23, 3780 Gstaad, Switzerland
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COURCHEVEL
HÔTEL BARRIÈRE LES NEIGES
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Moving on, let’s head to the French Alps ski resort of Courchevel, located in the Tarentaise Valley — part of Les Trois Vallées, the largest linked ski area in the world, whose claim to fame is hosting the 1992 Winter Olympics and the 2023 World Ski Championships. It is also home to one of the largest concentrations of 5-star luxury hotels in Europe. Our pick is the ski in/ski out Hôtel Barrière Les Neiges, a boutique offering from the prestigious Barrière Group that is small but mighty, with just 22 rooms and 20 suites, all of which have a refined style, warm atmosphere, and breathtaking views of the peaks. New for winter 2025, the property has debuted a glorious new two-story restaurant in Loulou, a celebration of Savoyard culture with beautiful views of the snow-covered Bellecôte run. The eatery also highlights cuisine from the neighboring Italian Alps, with menu items like truffle pizza and pasta al pomodoro by day, and by night, transforms into a DJ-focused party spot. The property also unveiled a collaboration with renowned beauty expert Elodie Raheria in its Biologique Recherche spa.
422 Rue de Bellecôte, 73120 Courchevel, France
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MEGÈVE
L’ ALPAGA, A BEAUMIER HOTEL
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Megève, a ski resort village in the Mont Blanc massif of the French Alps, is known for its downhill runs, snow parks, and cross-country trails as well as its idyllic, vintage vibe — due in part to the medieval, cobblestoned streets of its center. Stay at l’Alpaga, the only resort in Megève to offer views of the Mont Blanc. It, too, is tiny, with just 22 rooms — all decorated in a contemporary alpine style, highlighted by wood, stone, flannel curtains, cashmere rugs, and faux fur. Stay in one of six private chalets, which come complete with fireplaces, fully equipped modern kitchens, and private gardens. Don’t miss La Table de l’Alpaga, a Michelin-star eatery courtesy of chef Antony Bisquerra, and SPA de l’Alpaga, a quiet heaven of tranquility and well-being featuring a gym, hammam, a leisure pool with massage jets and a bubble couch, and a new outdoor pool. Outside, enjoy the Scandinavian-style sauna and heated bath which overlooks the mountain.
66 All. des Marmousets, 74120 Megève, France
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JACKSON HOLE
CALDERA HOUSE
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Jackson is a town in Wyoming’s Jackson Hole valley, home to three ski areas: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Snow King Mountain Resort, and Grand Targhee Resort. It’s known for its party vibe and great runs on the peaks of the Grand Teton National Park, as well as its proximity to Yellowstone National Park. Stay at Caldera House, an all-suites, ski in/ski out hotel with a private members club in the heart of Teton Village at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Its exclusivity was the intention of owner Wes Edens, who also owns the Milwaukee Bucks and co-owns Cincoro Tequila. Edens enlisted the help of friends and co-owners Michael Novogratz, David Barry, and Randal Nardone to create an unmistakably luxurious property. Award-winning design studios Commune and Carney Logan Burke designed this eight-suite hotel with state-of-the-art kitchens, modern fireplaces, private outdoor balconies, heated bathroom floors, steam showers, soaking tubs, and floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning mountain views. Stays include a dedicated concierge, access to the member’s lounge and spa, custom boot-fitting and ski-tuning, demos at the on-site ski shop, and ski-valet; a spa that features an infinity hot plunge, dry sauna, and state-of-the-art fitness/yoga studio; three distinct restaurants; and a private bar and lounge.
3275 Village Dr, Teton Village, WY 83025
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FOUR SEASONS RESORT & RESIDENCES JACKSON HOLE
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Nestled in a verdant mountain valley, the upscale yet location-appropriate Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole is surrounded by some of America’s most rugged peaks, celebrated ski runs, and wildlife in nearby Grand Teton National Park. Standout offerings from this high-end hotel include the arrival of 80 Proof, an elegant speakeasy influenced by the American frontier with an elegantly tiled bar, leather chairs, damask wallpaper, accents of brass, playful maroon-plaid carpeting, and a custom toile wall covering; the mountainside First Chair grab and go market — aptly named for the sought-after “first chair,” when a ski resort opens for the day; a complete renovation of its signature 4,355-square-foot, five-bedroom Granite Residence; and the newly repositioned member’s lounge, allowing for ski-in/ski-out access, culinary and après offerings; and an expanded Mountain Club Membership program. The hotel also offers unique excursions, inclusive of an immersive adventure by private plane to scout the elusive grey wolf population in nearby Yellowstone National Park, and a discovery of said park’s geographic and geothermal features, such as Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic, and Yellowstone Grand Canyon.
7680 Granite Loop Rd, Teton Village, WY 83025
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NISEKO, JAPAN
SETSU NISEKO
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The Niseko area of Japan has also made our hit list for the best places to ski in the world. Located on Japan’s northern island prefecture of Hokkaido, a two-hour drive away from Sapporo, this area is known to have the world’s best powder throughout the winter months. Stay at Setsu Niseko, which was voted the ‘World’s Best New Ski Hotel’ at the World Ski Awards last year, a hotel with 190 luxury suites encompassing a beautiful synthesis of Japanese design with easy access to the Grand Hirafu Ski Resort. Highlights include Tempura Araki, the sister restaurant to Sapporo’s two-Michelin star eatery of the same name; méli mélo -Yuki No Koe – an exciting culinary collaboration by chef Hironori Sato and Masaya Ishii; and Rikka Spa, a collaboration with Lapidem Tokyo centered on Eastern medicine.
Japan, 044-0080 Hokkaido, Abuta District, Kutchan
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WHISTLER BLACKCOMB
FOUR SEASONS RESORT WHISTLER
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Whistler, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, is home to Whistler Blackcomb, which offers excellent skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tobogganing, ski jumping, and more at the Olympic Park, home of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. Our hotel pick is the stunning Four Seasons Whistler, North America’s largest ski resort, which offers some of the largest, most luxurious hotel rooms in this chalet-style village. Its décor can be described as modern-rustic, with rooms that feature stone, dark wood, and gas-burning fireplaces, of which are complemented by views of snow-capped mountains. There is also a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, and, new for winter 2025, a Moët & Chandon après experience, inclusive of a champagne vending machine.
4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, BC V8E 0Y4, Canada
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ASPEN
HOTEL JEROME, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION
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Aspen is the premiere ski resort in America — due in part to the ski runs themselves, and in part because of its massive celebrity following. On any given day, one might see some of Hollywood’s finest strolling through town in their fur parkas, on the slopes, indulging in some après at Casa Tua, The Snow Lodge, or Catch Steak, or fine dining at Matsuhisa, Bosq, or Element 47. This winter, the culinary greatness carries over to Hotel Jerome, which has unveiled a collaboration with Taikun Sushi at its underground bar Bad Harriet in its Taikun x Bad Harriet omakase experience. Aspen’s first luxury hotel — a 134-year-old landmark that is part of the National Register of Historic Places — also boasts the lauded Aspen institution J-Bar; après-ski favorite, the Living Room bar and lounge; an award-winning spa; state-of-the-art fitness facilities; a ski concierge; and an outdoor pool and hot tub.
330 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611
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