2 Best Hotels in Sun Valley, Idaho

In the charming, Austrian-style Sun Valley Village, this behemoth lodge was built in 1936 and maintains the elegance and splendor of the original ski culture. Photos of 1950s glitterati, including Marylin Monroe and Clark Gable, line the decadent halls, where you can catch sightings of 21st-century celebrities as well. The Duchin Room piano bar has regular live jazz, with an outdoor terrace and year-round ice rink down the steps. A downstairs bowling alley and game room, village toy store, and hot cocoa bar make it a favorite for kids as well.

This boutique hotel, once an Austrian-style lodge, has been remodeled into a modern and luxurious place to stay, while retaining all its old charm. Each room now has a king-size bed, a view of the mountains, and a shared balcony. Most of the marble bathrooms feature a large tub and separate shower. The heated indoor pool and sauna are in an adjoining building. Next to the lobby is a popular upscale bar and full-service gourmet restaurant, The Grill at Knob Hill—be sure to try the authentic Wiener schnitzel. A complimentary breakfast comes with parfait, locally baked snacks, at least one hot item, and iPads for reading the daily newspapers.