sun valley resort

My title says it all. Good ski rental services and good free bus service in the area. There is no ski in ski out as far as I can see, so the buses are a great help. This is the only place with a beginner terrain park (it was great fun) and for beginner skiers it must be excellent.

The lines are short which you can't beat. The resort had the 2nd shortest lines i have seen next to Big Sky resort in Montana. The resort is beautiful the town is great a bit on the expensive side but all skiing is lately. The town of ketchum and sun valley are small which gives it a great feel. Mt. Baldy only has 66 runs which is a little on the small side compared to vail, big sky or Heavenly but there is more than enough ski runs for a 3 day trip.

We were here the end of Jan 2015. The snow wasn't great, but I really enjoyed the mountain amenities. Dollar Mountain was perfect for my 6yr. old learning to ski. Dollar is a true beginner mountain. I can't say the same for Bald mountain. A true beginner would not feel comfortable on Bald. The green runs are more like blues in many places. The only true greens are the runouts. The service on the mountain is excellent. At the Seattle lodge, the manager went around making sure that everyone had what they needed and were happy. This resort reminds me of the service level of Deer Valley.

I love skiing at Sun Valley! The resort is on the smaller side when compared with the mega resorts, but there's plenty of slopes and you won't get bored. It really is a skier's mountain, lots of fall line skiing, NO lift lines, the best snow making in the world, top notch lodges, and really nice people. Baldy is filled with excellent (but older!) skiers. I can't ski an entire day at Baldy because there's no lift lines and very few skiers. I get too worn out. Dollar, the other mountain, is great for beginners and younger children. It's not a cheap place to ski. Lift tickets are in the higher range. You can buy discount tickets at Liftopia, but you have to do it at least a week in advance.All-in-all, it is a wonderful place to ski and stay. Old style charm, friendly people, no crowds. It truly is magical.I'm middle aged, and I hear from some of my younger friends that the area isn't aimed at younger folks. But if you love to ski (there's a few boarders, but not many) and love great conditions, it's perfect for you, regardless of your age.

I would highly recommend celebrating New Year's Eve at the Bubbly Bash party organized by the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. This year party (2014/2015) was at the River Run Lodge. We had an amazing time, we didn't stop dancing till close time which, unfortunately, was at 1 AM. Get your party clothes. (This is not an informal event). Cool people, great music, fantastic atmosphere and HAPPY NEW YEAR (you will not regret it). Buy your tickets in advance. It is a SOLD OUT event every year.

Dear MeAgain8,Thank you and we truly appreciate your comments and high rating regarding your recent visit to Sun Valley Resort. Your review summarizes the reason many people return to Sun Valley year after year. The great traditions, whether it is sharing a meal with family and friends, recreating in the high alpine environment, enjoying the local culture and arts, along with some of the best skiing anywhere are just some of the ingredients that make Sun Valley what it is.There is no doubt we are committed to excellence and an extraordinary guest experience. To assure that our visitors enjoy the best possible visit requires a promise on our part to provide the very best in service and facilities.For nearly 80 years the Sun Valley Lodge has been recognized as an icon of architecture, hospitality, comfort and entertainment. Sun Valley has always been a place where movie stars, dignitaries and other celebrities come together with kids, families, locals and visitors of all walks of life throughout the world to enjoy the beauty and recreation that Sun Valley has to offer.And we are only getting better…Originally constructed as America's first destination ski resort, Sun Valley Resort is excited to announce plans to enhance the Sun Valley Lodge. The project will refurbish guest rooms as well as update the lobby, restaurant and other guest amenities. The renovation project will be completed June 2015. The lobby will be enhanced to provide space for more gathering and visiting while enjoying the views of the terrace, ice-skating and the ski mountain. Again, thank you and we look forward to your next visit to Sun Valley.If you need any assistance or have more direct comments, please contact me at 208-622-2077.Sincerely,Mike Fitzpatrick

Dear slay1969,Thank you for your kind comments. Sun Valley is truly a special place. We are glad you caught some of the magic and we look forward to your return.Warm Regards,Mike FitzpatrickMarketing Manager Sun Valley Resort208-622-2077

A great time to visit SunValley is Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall! I've enjoyed the Sun Valley resort in all seasons because I lived less than 15 minutes away. The staff are always friendly and provide great service. A few months ago I moved 2,000 miles away to another ski resort but know I'll return for a visit before long!

Dear Gypsygirl831,We value and appreciate all comments whether complimentary or critical. Sun Valley Resort is committed to 100% guest satisfaction in everything we do. Upon reading your other TripAdvisor reviews, it appears that you have very high standards while reviewing your travels.Your comment about the resort not being located next to the ski mountains was disconcerting. Access to the mountain is very convenient for our guests. The local free shuttle system runs every few minutes from the Village and throughout Ketchum providing convenient transportation to the mountain,town, restaurants, shopping and nightlife. You won’t have to worry about who will be the designated driver! To make it even more personal, the Sun Valley Bell Service team provides complimentary transportation for guests of the resort. For those who drive a personal vehicle all parking is free and located at the base of both sides of Baldy. The Sun Valley Lodge was built in 1936 and designed by architect Stanley Underwood, best known for many of the iconic National Park lodges. Originally constructed as America's first destination ski resort, Sun Valley Resort is excited to announce plans to enhance the Sun Valley Lodge. The project will refurbish guest rooms as well as update the lobby, restaurant and other guest amenities. The renovation project will be completed June 2015. The lobby will be enhanced to provide space for more gathering and visiting while enjoying the views of the terrace, ice skating and the ski mountain.For nearly 80 years the Sun Valley Lodge has been recognized as an icon of architecture, hospitality, comfort and entertainment. It has been a place where movie stars, dignitaries and other celebrities come together with kids, families, locals and visitors of all walks of life throughout the world to enjoy the beauty and recreation that Sun Valley has to offer. Again, we are truly sorry that you were disappointed during you stay. If you need any assistance or have more direct comments, please contact me at 208-622-2077.Sincerely,Mike Fitzpatrick

We just returned from Sun Valley and 5 days at their Jazz Jamboree. The music was wonderful and we had a great time. All you Jazz lovers should put this on your list of must attend. The variety of music was great as it not only included jazz but also big band and the Whiffenpoofs from Yale University (They were one of my favorite groups) Ketcham has many great restaurants to choose from. One of our favorites was the Sawtooth Club. There are several hotels/motels, and condos from which to choose although most of these are in Ketcham which is 2 miles away but very accessible. The only thing that could be improved on is the shuttle service between the various venues. There were too few busses and too few trips daily. Some of the venues are too far to walk to. Not too important if you have a car.

We had the opportunity to stay at the Resort for the Hispanic Youth Symposium. It's such a beautiful place! I absolutely loved it. Hope to return again!

basically just a traditional offering of normal breakfast items. we ate there twice while staying at the hotel

Sun Valley is a long standing standard in comfort and casual resorts. I've been coming here for years, but this time, while visiting with a parent who is using a wheelchair, I noticed how many places are still not ADA compliant. I found no ramps in several places, narrow and inaccessible restrooms, and difficult entrances without door openers. Plush surroundings are wonderful to look at, but not so much when you cannot enter.

The best kept secret is the summer. The summer concerts series begins the end of July and is pretty much every night. It only last about an hour so either go out and enjoy a picnic or make a 7:45 dinner reservation. We enjoy going early, taking a blanket and chairs and a picnic from Louise's (fried chicken on Wednesdays is the best fried chicken you will ever have). Our kids love it.

I love the Sun Valley Resort located in Sun Valley, Idaho. I have spent a week in Sun Valley with my family every summer for many years now and there is a reason that my family returns year after year. Sun Valley is a gem that offers families of all sizes an opportunity to relax and have a great time doing a multitude of activities at world class facilities. They offer golfing, tennis, bowling, ice skating, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and about every other outdoor activity you can think of. The summer weather in Sun Valley is beautiful. The days are warm and the nights are cool. One of the more recent summer activities that I enjoy is listening to the Sun Valley Symphony perform in their beautiful new outdoor venue located on the Sun Valley property. The talent is always amazing and it is hard to beat the beautiful beauty that surrounds the Sun Valley resort. Sun Valley is not cheap, especially during the peak season, but you get what you pay for. There are parts of Sun Valley that are starting to feel a bit tired and rundown but it looks like many areas of the resort will be going through a much needed renovation during the next few years. I don’t know of another place like Sun Valley that offers so many activities and venues located so close together. It is a charming and truly a unique destination.