Best mountain resorts for scenery




 

5. Hilton Niseko Village: Niseko, Japan

The Hilton Niseko Village is located at the foot of Niseko Annupuri Mountain in the Niseko Village resort area of Hokkaido island. Offering ski-in, ski-out access and proximity to the Niseko Village gondola, guests can easily reach the region’s ski and snowboard trails in winter and hiking and bike paths in summer. Each of the hotel’s 500-plus accommodations boasts mountain views, but for more expansive vistas, upgrade to a Panorama room, which offers an additional wall-to-wall window. Or, take in impressive views while enjoying a soak in the property’s large hot spring baths.

 

6. Hotel Talisa, A Luxury Collection Resort, Vail: Vail, Colorado

Situated at the base of Vail Mountain, the 285-room Hotel Talisa is a skier’s paradise. In addition to offering complimentary après-ski perks, such as daily Champagne tastings, a hot chocolate bar, a s’mores butler and beauty sessions, the resort boasts ski-in, ski-out access, a ski concierge and its own chairlift. Additional amenities include two restaurants that source ingredients from local ranchers and farmers and a spa with specialty treatments like the Elevate Your Altitude massage and the Alpine Transformation Wrap.