Condé Nast TravelerOct 3, 2025
9 Best Places to Ski in 2026
From the Canadian Rockies to Japan, here’s where to go for new on-site mountain lodges, swanky après wellness, and smooth slope-side experiences.
Direct mountain access, slope-side convenience.
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- St. Regis Deer ValleyHotelPinnacle of five-star ski-in/ski-out luxury.
- East Village GondolaSightA sleek link between East Village and Park Peak.
- Montage Deer ValleyHotelDirect mountain access, slope-side convenience.
- The Goldener Hirsch ResidencesHotelSpacious and stylish hub with ski access.
- Elsewhere
- Bald MountainSightSun Valley, United StatesDelivers 3,400 vertical feet of uninterrupted skiing.
- Dollar MountainSightSun Valley, United StatesCaters to first-timers and families.
- Sun Valley lodgeHotelSun Valley, United StatesClassic with direct lift access and spa.
- Mount NorquaySightBanff, CanadaCelebrates its centennial with a two-stage gondola.
- Sunshine VillageSightBanff, CanadaKnown for its expansive bowls and sweeping views.
- Fairmont Chateau Lake LouiseHotelBanff, CanadaUnmatched with a new lakeside alpine spa.
- Lone Peak TramSightBig Sky, United StatesTram-accessed chutes for experts.
- Madison 8SightBig Sky, United StatesNorth America’s longest high-speed eight-seater.
- Lone Mountain RanchHotelBig Sky, United StatesCozy, cabin-style escape with horse-drawn sleigh rides.
- One&Only Moonlight BasinHotelBig Sky, United StatesChic recommendation with gondola service.
- Summit Hotel at Big Sky ResortHotelBig Sky, United StatesCentral village access, slope-side convenience.
- Viceroy Sun ValleyHotelSun Valley, United StatesNew level of slope-side style.
- Limelight KetchumHotelSun Valley, United StatesFamily-friendly and just blocks from downtown.
- The Knob Hill InnHotelSun Valley, United StatesEuropean-inspired lodge with easy access to dining.
- Richardson’s RidgeSightBanff, Canada200 acres of new intermediate and advanced terrain.
- The Kenrick HotelHotelBanff, CanadaFresh and modern base in downtown Banff.