Lead Photo credit: Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City
With ski resorts across the wide expanse of the West heralding their season openings, the pulse quickens. Plans for winter sojourns begin to take shape as many ready themselves for the winter. If your sights are set on a place that marries top-tier slopes, an après ski scene that hums with life and a hint of metropolitan flair, then let me point you to the foothills of Salt Lake City. Here, under the sweep of the Wasatch Range, winter promises more than snow; it promises stories and moments steeped in adventure and unexpected charm.
Why Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City unfurls itself as a skier's promised land, where more than 11 ski resorts lie within an hour’s reach. Seasoned powder hounds and fresh-faced beginners alike can carve out their stories on slopes tailored to every ambition. The beauty of it all? These mountains are yours for the taking, with easy jaunts by car or bus smoothing the way. Days are spent tracing the contours of the Wasatch’s snowy expanse, and as the sun dips, the city’s heart beckons, offering a blend of warmth and urban intrigue that turns any ski day into a full-circle experience.
Stay in Style at Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City
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When the last run leaves your legs drained and the mountain air’s chill clings to your skin, there’s no better sanctuary than the Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City. Draped in style and freshly reborn from a head-to-toe renovation, the hotel strikes that rare chord between modern opulence and storied past. It’s a place where comfort meets flair, where the past whispers through the halls, gilded with the newness of now.
And for those who seek ease as they seek adventure, the Kimpton Monaco has raised the bar. Through a partnership with Mountain Threads, a premier ski gear rental service, guests can set their worries aside. Top-tier skis, boots and more can be ordered ahead and await your arrival, ready to transform a winter getaway into a seamless embrace of the slopes.
The Ultimate Ski Package
To make the most of your time, elevate your stay with Kimpton Monaco’s exclusive ski package. Picture it: a Ski Super Pass granting you access to Alta, Brighton, Snowbird, or Solitude, paired with a bus pass that sweeps you up to the mountains with ease. Add to that a 20% discount on gear rentals from Ski 'N See, and you’re set for a seamless day on the slopes. Back at the hotel, savor the post-ski rewards—après bites at The Vault that warm you inside out, a curated ski playlist to keep the spirit alive, and a to-go snack to fuel your next adventure.
Après Ski Delights at Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City
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As the sun dips behind the Wasatch, casting long, purple shadows over the city, Salt Lake’s après ski scene stirs to life. So much so that you can just hear the buzz of warmth and possibility. The Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City stands at the heart of this transition from mountain rush to evening revelry, offering up its own duo of indulgences.
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First, there’s Bambara—a restaurant where polished wood and soft light cradle you as you savor dishes that are as artful as they are hearty. Each plate pairs well with a handcrafted cocktail that whispers tales of local distillers and faraway inspirations. Then, step into The Vault, (pictured above) an intimate lounge where the conversation flows as freely as the drinks, and live music wraps around you like a well-worn sweater.
Beyond the hotel’s embrace, the downtown streets unfurl a map of possibility. Steps away, you’ll find bars brimming with craft brews, eateries that speak in spices and savory bites and shops that invite late-night wanderings. Here, après ski isn’t just a ritual—it’s a passage into the city’s soul.
From Powder to Panache: Embrace the Full Winter Experience in Salt Lake City
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As you pack away dreams of powder mornings and plan your next winter escape, may Salt Lake City rise to the top of your list. This is a place where the thrill of high-altitude runs meets the warm embrace of urban luxury and camaraderie. It’s where snow-kissed slopes fade seamlessly into evenings alive with stories, flavors, and music—a fusion that sets the city apart as more than just a ski town.
The Wasatch Range may be where your day begins, but the heart of Salt Lake City is where it finds its echo. Let the freshly renovated Kimpton Monaco Salt Lake City be your basecamp—a retreat that honors both your sense of adventure and your appreciation for style. Spend your days carving through powder and your nights savoring fine cuisine at Bambara or soaking in the intimacy of The Vault. And if your appetite for discovery extends beyond the hotel’s glow, the city’s vibrant streets, with their hidden gems and late-night haunts, await just outside the lobby.
Photo Credit: Saul Flores
Salt Lake City offers more than just the rush of the descent; it invites you to pause, sip, and share in the moments that make winter more than a season—it makes it an experience. So, lace up those boots, book your stay, and let this mountain city etch its story into your memory.
