If you want to experience après-ski for yourself and you’ve landed in Vail, book directly with Vail’s Mountain Haus. Our lodge sits along Gore Creek at the Covered Bridge, close to Gondola One, putting Bridge Street’s après bars just a short walk from your door.

What Is Après-Ski?

Après-ski is the social hour that starts when your ski day ends. The word comes from French, where après means “after,” so après-ski translates to “after ski.” Say it “ah-PRAY ski.”

In practice, it means food, drinks and live music, usually in the same clothes you skied in. Most people huddle up with their mug of hot chocolate or a cold beer and trade stories from their day on the slopes.

Après-Ski Spots A Short Walk From The Covered Bridge

Start with these four spots in Vail Village.

• The Red Lion: This Bridge Street fixture that still books local musicians in the late afternoon and again at night. Burgers and barbecue ribs make it an easy first stop for families, too.
• Shakedown Bar: Head below street level to this spacious music room. The bar keeps its capacity limited, so arrive early on big nights.
• Root & Flower: Look for the doorway set back from the Bridge Street sidewalk. This wine bar pours a deep by-the-glass list alongside small plates that double as an early dinner. It opens in the evening, so make it your second stop.
• BOL at Solaris: About a 5-minute walk west of Bridge Street on East Meadow Drive, you’ll find one of Vail’s most unique spots. BOL pairs 10 bowling lanes with DECA’s full menu, the restaurant up front. Tip: Reserve a lane before you go.

Worth The Free Bus Ride

Vail’s free in-town shuttle connects Golden Peak, Vail Village, and Lionshead and runs every 5 to 10 minutes in winter.

• Avanti F&B Vail: At the base of the Riva Bahn Express at Golden Peak, this food hall has five stalls and two bars, plus a patio with fire pits, and it bills itself as the largest in town. It’s an easy pick for a group because everyone can order from a different stall.
• Garfinkel’s in Lionshead: Locally owned since 1992, Garfs sits across from the Eagle Bahn Gondola. Grab a deck seat and watch the last skiers of the day come down.

There’s No Place Like The Mountain Haus

When you compare the best resorts in Vail, Colorado, check how far you’ll walk home after après-ski. From the top of Bridge Street, Vail’s Mountain Haus is a short stroll to the Covered Bridge. Once you’re back, the outdoor heated pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, steam showers and saunas take care of round two.

If you’re weighing the best places to stay in Vail, Colorado, for a group, our accommodations range from lodge rooms to five-bedroom condos, so everyone stays under one roof.

Book directly with Vail’s Mountain Haus by calling 800-237-0922, emailing info@mountainhaus.com or visiting our accommodations page. Your first round of après starts at the Mountain Haus.

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Skiing in Vail is all about an adventure, and these apps will help you get the most out of your time on the slopes when you visit Vail, Colorado, and stay with Vail’s Mountain Haus. Located just steps from world-class skiing, dining, and shopping, the Mountain Haus provides lodging with easy access to all of Vail’s famous winter activities.

5 Best Apps For Skiing In Vail

Before you step into your room at Vail’s Mountain Haus, make sure that you have one or more of these ski apps installed on your mobile device.

• COtrip Planner: Get instant updates on weather, traffic, road closures, and transit options. The Colorado Department of Transportation runs the app, so you are getting your news straight from the source, accurate and reliable.
• Carv: Ideal for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skiing technique without a human coach, offering easy access to tips, performance metrics like turn shape, pressure, and edge angles, and skill-building goals.
• Ski Tracks: A top choice for tracking your ski run data. It resembles a standard fitness app, delivering detailed stats on speed, altitude, vertical descent, and total runs while letting you compare results with your friends.
• Slopes: Designed to keep you connected on the mountain by tracking where you and your buddies are located as well as sharing daily stats and milestones for everyone.
• Snonav: Many have dubbed this app the “Waze for the slopes.” Simply put, it provides turn-by-turn navigation, helps you customize routes, and share your real-time location with friends.

Stay Informed On The Slopes

Try some of these ski apps out and stay connected, informed, and inspired. Do it with the help of Vail’s Mountain Haus too. 

Vail’s Mountain Haus offers guests everything from indoor and outdoor hot tubs, an outdoor heated pool, steam showers, saunas, and a fitness center. Treat yourself to the ultimate luxury resort experience at Vail’s Mountain Haus just once, and you’ll want to return again and again.

For more information or to book, call 800-237-0922, email info@mountainhaus.com, or visit our website.

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Set yourself up for a successful summer vacation by booking directly with Vail’s Mountain Haus. Located just steps from world-class skiing, dining, and shopping, the Mountain Haus provides lodging with easy access to all of Vail’s famous winter activities and unparalleled hiking trails.

Easiest Things To Do In Vail During The Summer

Explore Vail’s downtown and the region’s stunning scenery surrounding the town. Here are the best things to do on your Vail summer vacation.

• Ride the Gondola to Hike Eagles Loop: One of the easiest hikes around Vail is Eagles Loop. The trail is one mile long and a loop. It’s located at the top of the Eagle Bahn gondola. Riding the gondola is another amazing experience during summer, allowing you to sit back and take in the surrounding splendor.
• Betty Ford Alpine Gardens: Wander through the world’s highest botanical garden, which sits 8,200 feet above sea level. While the gardens are open year-round, it’s well worth the visit in the summer months. The Education Center is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day too.
• Vail Farmers’ Market & Art Show: Get to know Vail’s farmers and crafts vendors every Sunday from June to October. The market offers fresh produce, clothing, local art, jewelry, and more.
• The Amp Summer Concerts: This summer-long music series features local bands and solo artists from May to October. You might also find other acts, like comedy, on the stage.

The Easiest Way To Enjoy Vail

It’s simple to fall in love with Vail, especially in the summer. Stay downtown or jump on the gondola and explore the area at a new altitude. No matter what you do, you can easily find fun and simple things to do nearby when you stay with Vail’s Mountain Haus.

Vail’s Mountain Haus offers guests everything from indoor and outdoor hot tubs, an outdoor heated pool, steam showers, saunas, and a fitness center. Treat yourself to the ultimate luxury resort experience at Vail’s Mountain Haus just once, and you’ll want to return again and again.

For more information or to book, call 800-237-0922, email info@mountainhaus.com, or visit our website.

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For a small town, Vail’s dining options (especially for breakfast) are exceptional, as are the accommodations at Vail’s Mountain Haus. Located just steps from world-class skiing, dining, and shopping, the Mountain Haus provides lodging with easy access to all of Vail’s famous winter activities and unparalleled hiking trails.

What Are The Best Restaurants For Breakfast In Vail, Colorado?

You’ll want to get up early to experience these breakfast restaurants in Vail. Feel the morning sun glow from the table while enjoying a scrumptious breakfast spread in Vail.

• The Little Diner: Here you will find one of the best classic diners in town. The Little Diner offers all the breakfast classics, like omelets, platters, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and more. Even if you sit down for a cup of coffee, you will feel at home in the cozy, classic American diner atmosphere.
• Two Arrows Coffee: If you are looking for a pastry and coffee, you won’t go wrong with Two Arrows Coffee. There is a variety of specialty coffee drinks, and when it comes to food, you can order Fresh-baked croissants, Chilled Maple Oats, Veggie Quiche, and more. For a more brunch vibe, they also have a bar with beer, wine, hot cocktails, and specialty cocktails.
• Ludwig’s Breakfast: If you are looking for an upscale breakfast spot, please make a reservation at Ludwig’s Breakfast. They offer “alpine elegance” from their Sonnenalp Breakfast Buffet. Their breakfast buffet features local ingredients from many area providers. You’ll also find excellent specialty coffees, cocktails, and juices. 
• Loaded Joe’s: A great place for those on the go who want something delicious. They advertise that “Loaded Joe’s Vail is your stop before you hit the hill.” Their menu includes breakfast sandwiches, burritos, cinnamon rolls, and other treats.
• Yeti’s Grind: There are numerous Yeti’s Grind locations in the area, so you shouldn’t be too far from their coffee while you are in Colorado. Their menu includes classic coffee drinks, specialty drinks, burritos, bagels, sandwiches, as well as a variety of baked goods.

Start Your First Day In Vail With The Best Meal: Breakfast

Wake up early to sit down at a breakfast restaurant and enjoy one of the best meals you’ll have in Vail, Colorado. When you stay with Vail’s Mountain Haus, you’ll be near the slopes, the shopping, and the best breakfast dining in the area. 

Vail’s Mountain Haus offers guests everything from indoor and outdoor hot tubs, an outdoor heated pool, steam showers, saunas, and a fitness center. Treat yourself to the ultimate luxury resort experience at Vail’s Mountain Haus just once, and you’ll want to return again and again.

For more information or to book, call 800-237-0922, email info@mountainhaus.com, or visit our website.

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