Grand Hyatt Vail Announces New Offerings For Milestone Winter 2022/2023
Grand Hyatt Vail, situated at the base of Vail Mountain with the most convenient ski-in ski-out access to the legendary slopes of Vail via Chair 20, announces a milestone winter season with a programming lineup featuring new activities, as well as returning favorites for skiers and non-skiers alike. Providing convenient access to over 5,300 skiable acres, Grand Hyatt Vail celebrates its 40th anniversary (December 9, 1982) in conjunction with Vail Mountain’s 60th anniversary (December 20, 1962) this winter.
New this Winter Season
From families and groups to solo-travelers and couples, Grand Hyatt Vail is the perfect Vail basecamp for memorable moments just steps away from the guestroom, and newly expanded offerings ideal for an array of travelers this winter season.
- Grand Winter Moments: Acting as the perfect holiday celebration, Grand Winter Moments will consist of daily festive activities and special dining experiences from December 19 to January 1. Guests can expect two weeks of holiday cheer with daily s’mores roasting, hot cocoa and cookies, ornament and stocking decorating, après ski entertainment and live music, champagne sabering, family movie night, free Topgolf in the Swing Suites, caricatures, gingerbread house decorating, a meet and greet with Santa, Menorah lighting and more.
- Gessner Restaurant and Bar: Gessner, the resort’s signature restaurant, invites guests to experience a truly alpine inspired fine dining experience. New Executive Chef Pascal Coudouy presents a reimagined menu for the winter season, showcasing the authentic flavors of the Colorado Rockies with light salads, hearty soups, vegetarian specialties and Rocky Mountain game entrées. Standouts include a Chestnut Bisque with apple butter and caramelized onion; Braised Short Rib served with creamy polenta, roasted baby carrot, spinach and natural jus and Olive Oil Poached Artic Char with celery, granny smith apple, picked fennel and grapefruit. To book a reservation and see the full menu, please click here.
- Yoshimi Pop-Up Restaurant: Having received rave reviews during its inaugural launch last winter, Grand Hyatt Vail is pleased to announce Yoshimi Pop-Up Restaurant’s return for an unforgettable dining experience within the resort’s stylish setting. In collaboration with the internationally acclaimed Yoshimi culinary team from the renowned Yoshimi Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency, Mexico City, this highly anticipated sushi pop-up features signature maki rolls, handmade nigiri, Sapporo on tap and Suntory Highball whiskey on draft. To book a reservation and see the full menu, please click here.
- Après-Tunity in the Moët Imperial Yurt:Returning for its second winter season, and open to the public, guests will find themselves immersed in a chic and cozy respite beneath the golden colored tapestry of the Grand Hyatt Vail yurt. Acting as the ideal après ski spot after a day in the mountains, the Moët Imperial Yurt will be open Wednesday through Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. and feature fire pits, champagne, cocktails, charcuterie and more. In celebration of Vail Mountain’s anniversary, the Moët Yurt will participate in Vail’s 60th Anniversary Après Passport with specialty drinks and cocktails.
Returning Favorites: Resort Activities and Amenities
The resort welcomes back many of the cherished weekly activities and seasonal amenities that have become synonymous with the unmatched Grand Hyatt Vail experience. The below staples will be available throughout the winter 2022 – 2023 season:
- On site open-air quad chairlift at Chair 20
- Cascade Village Square with private ice-skating rink, ice bar and fire pits
- Luxury ski rental, valet and concierge service adjacent to Chair 20 via Venture Sports at Grand Hyatt Vail
- Daily s’mores roasting
- Champagne sabering and complimentary toast
- Hot cocoa and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies
- Daily live broadcasting sessions from Vail Valley Live
- Axe throwing with Wood & Steel Axe Company
- Topgolf sessions in the Swing Suites
- Multiple dining options and daily experiences appealing to the entire family, including après and live entertainment from local musicians
- Alpine inspired spa services at The Spa at Grand Hyatt Vail
- Heated Creekside infinity-edge pool and two al fresco hot tubs
- Complimentary shuttle service to Lionshead and Vail Village
Special Offers
Save Now, Ski Later
In conjunction with this holiday season, Grand Hyatt Vail’s Save Now, Ski Later offer invites guests to book their winter getaways by November 30, 2022, and receive ten percent off nightly rates and earn 10,000 World of Hyatt Bonus Points for stays from November 11 to April 15. With a three-night minimum stay, guests will be able to revel in luxuriously appointed accommodations, while experiencing the most convenient ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes of Vail from the onsite chairlift. For further details or to reserve online, click here.
Private Dining
Those seeking an intimate dining experience may opt to dine in a private space at Grand Hyatt Vail. Choose from one of three private event spaces including Gessner’s private dining room, the Moët Imperial Yurt, or Private Boardrooms. The event space pricing is $1000, $2000 and $500 respectively with a hosting fee of $200 per person and $100 per child 12 and under. Interested parties need a minimum of eight people to book.
“Vail is one of the most sought-after ski towns in the world,” states John D’Angelo, general manager of Grand Hyatt Vail.” Our lineup of winter activities and seasonal amenities was created to enhance our incredible foundation of resort offerings and reflect our commitment to providing a monumental winter season for our guests. On behalf of our entire team, we are eager to welcome travelers for an incredible winter in Vail.”
The Grand Hyatt Vail opened in summer 2019, marking the second Grand Hyatt hotel in Colorado and the first in a U.S. mountain resort destination. The 285-room, ski-in/ski-out resort sits at the base of the iconic Vail Mountain on the banks of Gore Creek and offers guests their own ski lift, Chair 20, for convenient access to world-class skiing and snowboarding. Located in the heart of the Vail Valley within the Cascade Village neighborhood, the hotel features bold, vibrant architecture inspired by its scenic locale and welcoming service with exclusive amenities ideal for group and leisure travelers.
Designed by the acclaimed LEO A DALY firm, Grand Hyatt Vail completed an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation in 2018. Influenced by the area’s surrounding mountains and history, the hotel’s contemporary guestrooms and common areas offer guests an elevated modern retreat with clean lines, gentle curves and subdued patterns with rich wood, stone and leather textures. The hotel’s artwork and unique interior design touchpoints pay homage to The Southern Ute Native American tribe through local artists and artisans. The property features a variety of dining venues, The Spa at Grand Hyatt Vail, Fitness Center with Peloton bikes, Fitness Studio, Topgolf Swing Suites, Axe Throwing, Venture Sports on-site bike and ski rentals, inventive après ski offerings and curated alpine experiences.
