Vail Residences at Cascade Village, a Destination by Hyatt Residence

Our take

Ski-in/ski-out residences with room to actually spread out — this is Vail for the group that's done with cramped hotel rooms and overheard conversations through thin walls. Families and friend crews who want a private kitchen, space to debrief after a hard day on the mountain, and a hot tub waiting outside will find their rhythm here fast. But if you're solo or a couple chasing lively après-ski and walkable nightlife, the distance from Vail Village will quietly frustrate you. Pick something in the thick of it instead.