Several reviews and friends told us this was the best kept secret in Vail-we mostly agree, except about the secret part. Booking wasn't too bad for Jan ski season, but the lodge is often booked solid from September by regulars. Rates were not supercheap, but are still excellent for ski season in Vail village close to lifts. The room was spacious, clean, with a great view. With one exception, the staff was friendly and helpful. Their were many regular guests who knew each other well, but made new friends fairly easily. The inviting common area provided free daily NY Times and WSJ, as well as breakfasts (not great, especially the coffee, but good pastries, cereal and bananas), and soup and cider (or tea from a good selection or spice wine) in the afternoon. Only minor problems: the free internet had a very low unreliable signal for our entire stay, but VailWifi was fine for $30/month; our room was always too warm even with the thermostat at the lowest setting, but opening the door to the balcony worked well. We will likely return if we don't try Lionshead next time.

I wrote a review here after my stay in 2006, and I feel like management has read it. My stay then was enjoyable, but I did have some criticism, and it has been addressed.

Then, I wrote that the tub was dirty and the water pressure lacking. This season, I found the bathroom totally redone, with a clean tub, excellent water pressure, and a nice showerhead.

Then, I noted that the bed was comfortable, but nothing special. This season, I found a temperpedic mattress.

So, let me reiterate: This is the best value in Vail village. It is a comfortable, friendly place, with a great location and great rates ($210 from Dec. 14-17).

That said, because someone may be paying attention, I will say: The sheets need to be replaced with higher thread-count sheets. They are almost scratchy. And the ski storage room smells pretty bad. But these are just kinks I know you'll work out.

You can't beat the Sitzmark location and value for your money in Vail Village. This was our fifth stay. Rooms are very clean, have coffee, tea, wine glasses, microwaves, ironing board and irons. Extra space for luggage storage out of your way as well as a safe for valuables. Laundry facilities are available in the basement. Pool area overlooks the mountains; other side overlooks Gore Creek. Hard to decide which is the better view. Inviting lobby area and employees willing to help with whatever you need.

This is one of the best values for the dollar in the Vail Village. Clean, close to the lifts, in the center of the action, breakfast included, free parking, helpful front desk. We stayed Christmas week, I could not believe the number of people who come back to this same hotel every year. On second thought, yes, I can understand why!
SN
Plantation, Fl