Once you’ve settled on Park City as the destination for your ski vacation, you’ll need to consider what type of lodging to secure. While the possibilities are endless, most Park City lodging options fit into two categories: a full-service hotel or a condo/home rental. There are advantages to both, and it boils down to what priorities you deem most important. One thing is certain: whether you stay in a house, a condo, a hotel, or camp out in the parking lot for first chair, you’ll be on the mountain in no time!

The upside of reserving a Park City hotel revolves around easy access to amenities and services. The hotel concierge is generally knowledgeable and happy to offer advice as to where to eat, shop, or recreate. Your hotel staff can also assist you in storing your ski gear, setting up spa appointments, or making dinner reservations on your behalf. Daily housekeeping services and the ability to order room service or wake up calls leaves you worry-free and able to focus on the big picture of your trip instead of the mundane details.

If you’ll be traveling with a larger group of friends and family, consider one of the many houses, townhomes, or condos scattered throughout Park City. A stand-alone unit is generally designed with more spacious living quarters than a hotel room, so families can spread out and get comfortable. Game nights and dinners are also more enjoyable as everyone can spend more quality time together rather than dividing and conquering separate hotel rooms. The presence of a kitchen means healthy at home cooking in lieu of dining out at pricey restaurants daily. Or if you prefer to hit the town for dinner on vacation, you still have the option to cook (or store) breakfast and lunch for your family and friends. Another advantage of condos and homes is that you can always find a unit where the bedding suits your preferences, whether it’s piling the kids into two sets of bunk beds or offering the second master suite to the couple traveling with you and your significant other.

Whether you’re seeking pampering and service or cooking and living space, Park City has a hotel, house, or condo to suit your needs. And once you cross lodging off your to do list, you can focus your energy towards the resorts, outdoor activities, shopping venues, and night life establishments that will make your Park City vacation a memorable one.