One where you can look forward to an evening spent around a dining table with friends, unwinding in front of a roaring fire, or gazing out over snow-capped peaks from a balcony hot tub.
Over the past two decades, what was once rare in alpine lodges – heated pools, in-chalet spas, ski-in,-ski-out access – has become standard. Now, it takes something unusual, inventive, or memorable to capture the attention of the mountain crowds.
In response to ever-increasing expectations, Alpine developers have started to get a little more creative with ski chalet luxury. From the Rockies to Patagonia to the Alps, with natural rock climbing walls, private helipads, historic in-chalet saloons, these are the luxury ski chalets to book for 2026.
The Best Luxury Ski Chalets for 2026
1001 Functional Art, Aspen, Colorado, USA
Aspen remains one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world, and 1001 Functional Art is positioned accordingly. Built directly into Aspen Mountain, the chalet offers true ski-in access while remaining a short walk from downtown.
The seven-bedroom property sleeps twelve, including a bunk room designed for children. Its main living space is open-plan, featuring double-height ceilings, large windows, and a central fireplace that connects the sitting and dining areas.
Away from the slopes, the chalet functions as a private clubhouse. There’s an indoor lap pool alongside an outdoor pool, a full wellness suite with sauna, steam room, cold plunge, and treatment room. Come evenings, enjoy a family night in the private bowling alley, or adult groups can make use of the wine tasting room.
Sleeps 14, POA, oxfordski.com
Eleven Sopris House, Crested Butte, Colorado, USA
In the small town of Crested Butte, two blocks from the buzzy Elk Avenue, this four-bedroom lodge was originally built in 1882 as a Victorian saloon, and much of its fun, Americana character remains intact, from the original tin roof to the Western details inside, hanging buffalo head included.
The luxury ski chalet, sister property to Eleven Experience’s flagship lodge, Scarp Ridge, is home to a private saloon bar, with a jukebox and pool table for low-key nights. Outside, guests can relax in the courtyard, with a copper hot tub, plunge pool, sauna, and fire pit.
What distinguishes the lodge, though, is access. Eleven arranges cat-skiing at nearby Irwin, an area known for deep snow and alpine bowls, with very little crowds, reachable only by snowcat or snowmobile. On resort days, guests are transported by the hotel’s customized snowcats to access over 1,000 acres of terrain. Daily guiding, equipment, itineraries, and even après-ski are all arranged.
Sleeps 10, from $10,940 per night, elevenexperience.com
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Heli Chalet, Whistler, Canada
In Stonebridge, one of Whistler’s most exclusive neighborhoods, the Heli Chalet stands across seven acres, complete with a private helipad. The chalet sits on a seven-acre estate, with the interiors measuring in at 8,100 sq ft and with bedrooms for sixteen guests. Inside, there’s a spacious open-plan living area, with double-height ceilings and two sitting rooms, each with its own wood-burning fireplace for cozy nights in. A separate guesthouse contains two bedrooms, for guests or staff, as well as a children’s loft.
Outside, a heated pool, firepits, and a large hot tub for twelve complement the spa building, which includes a gym and sauna. Inside, the games and billiards room keeps evenings lively.
Sleeps 16, POA, oxfordski.com
Bison Lodge, Revelstoke, Canada
Bison Lodge sits just above Revelstoke Mountain Resort, with views across the Selkirk and Monashee ranges. The resort itself is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts, known for its challenging terrains, deep powder, and for being home to North America’s greatest vertical at 5,620 ft.
And for those looking to experience the resort at its most daring, this lodge is perfectly placed. The luxury ski chalet has its own helipad, as well as strong relationships with several heli-ski partners, so guests can easily enjoy an epic heli-ski trip right from their doorstep.
The three-level, six-bedroom property has been built from reclaimed timber, and big groups can relax in the open-plan dining area and kitchen, or warm up in the cozy fireplace lounge. And it’s not every day you come across many luxury ski chalets that have their own natural rock climbing wall. For those looking to just chill, there’s also an outdoor hot tub, barrel sauna, and a cinema room.
Sleeps 12, POA, bisonlodge.ca
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Eleven Rio Palena Lodge, Patagonia, Chile
Tucked into a remote corner of Patagonia, Rio Palena Lodge is a base for heli-skiing and other mountain adventures, from October to December, with angling options extending into the summer months. The 13-acre property is framed by the Andes, approached via private flight to Palena Airfield and a twenty-minute drive down a winding dirt road, guaranteeing seclusion and privacy.
The surrounding terrain, only accessible by helicopter, ranges from open bowls to steep couloirs and glacier runs, offering variety for advanced skiers. Back at the two-floor, seven-bedroom chalet, the spacious lounge centers around a stone fireplace, framed by wide windows that capture views of the nearby river and snowcapped peaks. Outside, come nighttime, the wood-fired barrel sauna and cedar hot tubs make for the perfect stargazing spots.
Sleeps 14, POA, leoptrippi.com
Chalet L’Amarante, L’Apogée Courchevel, France
L’Amarante sits beside the L’Apogee hotel in Courchevel, giving guests the option of total privacy or access to the hotel’s restaurants, spa, and pool. Brought to life by Parisian designers India Mahdavi and Joseph Dirand, the luxury ski chalet makes a suitably stylish getaway, decorated in a mix of green and yellow velvets, dark walls, and fur accents.
The four-floor chalet has five bedrooms along with a living room, dining room, and kitchen. The chalet has ski-in-ski-out access, which puts the slopes minutes from the front door. Evenings can be spent in the private spa or the cinema room. A butler and chef are available to handle daily tasks and meals, allowing guests to focus on skiing, exploring Courchevel, and spending time together.
Sleeps 11, POA, oetkerhotels.com
Chalet Sillage, Megeve, France
Chalet Sillage sits on a wooded slope in Megeve’s Demi-Quartier, with impressive mountain views, in complete privacy among the fir forest. A traditional Alpine chalet, sleeping 15, the impressive structure includes exposed beams, multiple balconies, and double-height ceilings in the living and dining areas. The bedrooms follow suit, with thick carpets, fur throws, and art pieces that nod to the area’s skiing heritage.
For spa facilities, there’s a heated swimming pool, hammam, sauna, and gym. In terms of further amenities, there’s a home cinema, while summer use is supported by a basketball court, tennis court, and football field.
Sleeps 15, from $150,000 per night, lecollectionist.com
Chalet Marmottiere, Verbier, Switzerland
Chalet Marmottiere comprises two linked buildings in Les Esserts, six minutes from Verbier village. Across the two chalets, nine bedrooms, including multiple master suites, offer more than enough space for larger groups and families.
The property is distinctive for its scale and entertainment offerings: a bowling alley, billiards and poker rooms, Xbox lounge, and 3D cinema provide multiple indoor activities beyond the usual ski retreat amenities. For those who just want to relax, spa facilities include a 55-ft indoor pool, sunken hot tub, sauna, hammam, massage room, and gym.
Sleeps 18, from $260,000 per night, lecollectionist.com
Chalet Zermatt Peak, Zermatt, Switzerland
One of the things that makes Zermatt special, beyond the world-class skiing and the fine dining restaurants, is the view of the Matterhorn. And this chalet doesn’t disappoint – each bedroom opens onto a balcony with the peak front and center, so whether you’re waking up or winding down, it’s always there.
The chalet sleeps ten and sits in the 7 Heavens complex, just a two-minute walk from the Sunnega funicular and six minutes from the resort center. Inside, vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, and feature fireplaces give the space a real alpine feel, with an elevator for getting between floors.
The spa is also a standout, with a sunken hot tub, sauna, hammam, plunge pool, and private massage room for in-chalet treatments.
Sleeps 10, POA, oxfordski.com
How we chose the best luxury ski chalets
Each property featured is independently selected by Elite Traveler’s editors, informed by first-hand experience where possible and rigorous, in-depth research where not. Our curation spans the world’s most revered luxury properties alongside in-the-know addresses, each chosen for its uncompromising standards, exceptional service, and access to unparalleled experiences.