From romantic places to stay and dine to outdoor activities perfect for couples, there’s a lot to love when you celebrate your anniversary in Vail.
Anniversary Getaways in Colorado
Love is in the crisp mountain air, and there’s no better place to celebrate the day you said, “I do.” In Vail, the options are endless — you can book a luxurious resort or an intimate lodge and enjoy romantic things to do, like couples massages and dinners for two.
Explore the Outdoors Together
Summer adventures are more fun when enjoyed with the one you love, so mark your anniversary with panoramic vistas galore.
Take a scenic gondola ride (or take a hike!) up Vail Mountain for stunning views. You’ll see wildflower-blanketed alpine meadows in summer, golden aspens in fall and dramatic snow-covered peaks in winter. Or maybe enjoy a private lakeside picnic at the end of Lost Lake Trail or spend the day exploring beautiful scenery on a horseback ride along tranquil paths.
Cozy Up for Fall & Winter Anniversary Fun
The best part of exploring Vail’s fall magic and winter wonderland is cuddling to warm up after your outdoorsy adventures.
Stroll amid shimmering aspens on the North Trail and be sure to pause for a quiet moment at every overlook. Hit the slopes all day, then savor the best après-ski food and drink at night. Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride to a winter feast in a rustic cabin or sip hot chocolate after a leisurely nighttime ice skate.
Soak Up Spring & Summer Beauty
How could you not fall in love all over again in a place full of so much natural beauty? Just be sure to capture all of these special moments with epic selfies.
Pack a snack to enjoy as you trek along Shrine Ridge Trail, a moderately challenging route popular with hikers and their canine companions. Snap a pic of yourselves, arm in arm, in front of the covered bridge, a historical landmark that marks the entrance to Vail Village. At the end of a memorable gondola ride, stand atop Eagle’s Nest for photos with 360-degree views.
Indulge in a Couple’s Massage
Nothing says romance like a pampering session for just the two of you, and couples are spoiled with spa choices in Vail.
Soak in the pools or hot tubs overlooking Gore Creek at Sonnenalp Spa. Treat yourself with organic, locally sourced products at Bloom Spa at The Sebastian. Relax by the lounge fireplace and then pop into the Himalayan Salt Therapy Lounge at The Hythe Well & Being Spa. In fact, many of Vail’s most romantic hotels and resorts feature their own spas offering unique treatments.
Romantic Places to Stay in Colorado
With luxury accommodations, blazing fireplaces, pampering spas and easy access to restaurants and shops, Vail is full of lodging options perfect for couples.
Four Seasons Vail
Want to relax with your loved one by the fire? Share a memorable meal together, followed by a decadent dessert? Sip cocktails by the pool? Hit the slopes or hike and bike mountain trails? The swanky Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail offers everything you need to celebrate your anniversary in style.
Soak up views from the hotel’s inviting sunken courtyard, book a couple’s river-stone massage at the spa or splurge on the finest wines paired with Italian specialties at Tavernetta Vail.
Grand Hyatt Vail
The ever-popular Grand Hyatt Vail garners rave reviews from guests who revel in its upscale amenities, private balconies and plentiful activities. It doesn’t matter if you’re celebrating your first anniversary or your 50th — you’ll love it, too.
Warm up in the heated outdoor infinity pool or creekside hot tubs before indulging in treatments for two at the alpine-themed spa. Sleep on elegant linens and wake up to breakfast in bed while planning your next day of play.
Montaneros in Vail
Whether you want to take a stroll or a swim, stay in or go out, the boutique — and oh, so chic — Montaneros in Vail condo complex in the heart of Lionshead Village is a great home base for an anniversary adventure to remember.
Enjoy a heated salt-water pool or steamy hot tub that is sure to set the stage for romance, then while away the day exploring the village’s local shops and restaurants. Unlike busier Vail Village, Lionshead offers a somewhat quieter respite perfect for couples.
Gravity Haus
Nestled along Gore Creek with easy access to the gondola, you can’t beat Gravity Haus for plush accommodations, warm ambiance and curated experiences for two, like stargazing tours and special wine tastings.
Stroll the nearby shops, restaurants and bars along Bridge Street, then get your heart racing in a fitness class or book treatments at the spa. And after a long ski day together, you can toast your adventures with bespoke cocktails paired with light bites or heartier fare at the throwback Slope Room.
Top Anniversary Restaurants in Vail
No anniversary celebration is complete without a romantic dinner to cap it off. Lucky for lovers everywhere, Vail offers plenty of tantalizing options.
Tavernetta Vail
The James Beard-honored owners of Denver’s delicious Tavernetta have opened Tavernetta Vail in elegant new surroundings inside the Four Seasons. It’s an upscale and contemporary twist on Italian alpine fare — including pasta handmade nightly — paired with an all-Italian wine list and Italian-inspired cocktails.
La Tour Restaurant
The French are all about romance, and you’ll find plenty of it at La Tour, which has been honored by Wine Spectator, Zagat and Tripadvisor for its award-winning fare. Swanky cocktails and fine wines, seasonal dishes and oysters, caviar and Champagne, a crème brûlée flambé? You’re going to want them all.
The Left Bank
Just how lovely is The Left Bank? Even the owner and chef are married. Serving up scratch-made French cuisine in a traditional fine-dining atmosphere for more than 50 years, they love welcoming other couples to celebrate their honeymoons and anniversary dinners in style. Special-occasion classics like Dover Sole Meunière and Côte de Boeuf are not only splendidly prepared, but also elegantly presented.
Romantic Wine Bars & Cocktail Lounges
Your enchanted evening doesn’t have to end after your last bite of dessert. Vail’s cocktail bars and lounges are a great way to cap off the night.
Moon Rabbit Speakeasy
As Vail’s newest entertainment venue, Chasing Rabbits features a restaurant, lounge, arcade and entertainment — essentially everything a couple needs for a great anniversary getaway. But don’t miss the mysterious and luxe Moon Rabbit speakeasy, where a crimson-carpet corridor leads to a Chinese-inspired hideaway offering an intoxicating blend of ancient mythology and modern mixology.
Root & Flower
This locally owned cocktail and wine-centric oasis offers more than 20 wines by the glass, plus an extensive bottle selection to pair with shareable plates for a delicious bite before dinner — or more nibbles after. From tapas and charcuterie to hot plates and dessert, Root & Flower blossoms with flavor.
King’s Club
Tucked inside the Sonnenalp Hotel, this swanky lounge offers sofas for sipping top-shelf cocktails by a warm fire with live music every Thursday–Saturday. Although German beers are popular in this European-inspired getaway, you can taste a world of flavors on the pub’s small, but diverse, menu. Go German with Bavarian pretzels and beer cheese, eye Italian with pizzas and caprese toasts, make way for a Mexican tres leches cake or pledge your allegiance to an all-American cheeseburger and crispy chicken wings.
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