The Appeal The first ski hotel in the vaunted Waldorf Astoria collection, the Dakota was designed to hold its own against the world’s luxury mountain properties. A Golden Door Spa, heated outdoor pools, fitness center, fire pits, pool bar and grill, and an 18-hole golf course (to open in 2010) leave little to be desired.
Specs 201 hotel rooms through six-bedroom suites; $439–$2,999
Room to Book One-bedroom suites offer the best value for the space, with full kitchens and two fireplaces.