We have been at the Rustler several times and ski a lot in Utah and Colorado so I can reliably report on what is undeniably the best ski lodging experience in existence .
Once one shows up ( easy shuttle ride from airport ) everything is looked after. Ski rental is in the building as is the outdoor hot tub, heated outdoor pool and the spa for massages.

Buffet breakfast daily and three course sit down dinner plus dessert is included in the price of lodging .
Ski in and ski out with ski locker
Rope tow at the base takes you to main lifts
The hotel has its own chairlift !

Hotel bar
Laundry
Library and games room
Friendly staff
Complementary snacks around 5
Extensive selection of skis for rental
Can bring your own wine for dinner, corking fee

We have stayed in Mountain View rooms and in lower level rooms . All good , as mostly one just sleeps in the rooms

Remember to book your dinner time before you come for the first night or 2.
Book your massage ahead too.

ALTA is a great mountain , ski only , and the Rustler makes it even better.
Can cross over to Snowbird at the top and ski there too.

Do yourself a favor and stay at the Rustler. It takes all the annoyance factor out of the ski trip so you can enjoy the skiing without the fuss factor.

I have had the privilege of staying at the Rustler several times in recent years, and the first time was way back in the early 1970s. It remains at the top of anyplace I've stayed anywhere in the US or Europe. Do not hesitate to treat yourself to this ski in/ski out experience at Alta. In spite of the Covid challenges, staff and management provided a very steady hand in 2022 to make this winter as good as all the others. I appreciated their vaccination requirement and felt safer as a result.
The food is excellent, the bar is an oasis, the pool/hot tubs always a good temperature, and the in house ski shop will rent you all the gear you need. Leave your skis at home and rent quality skis that match the conditions during your stay.
Make the Rustler your Alta home!

As usual - this was another Rustler stay - the accommodations and staff were great. This time however, during the eve (hopefully) of the Covid pandemic, I was concerned about eating ( mask down) in a crowded dining room. The dining managers and waitstaff could not have been more understanding & accommodating to my concerns. They provided me a small solo table reserved for breakfast and dinner in a corner of the bar. It worked out so well - the service was terrific. This is just one unique example of Rustler's top-notch customer service.