Vaquera House
Rustic luxury with real soul. Think organic throws, quartzite countertops, wood-hewn beams, and Malin+Goetz products in the bathroom. Spanish tile floors are heated in winter. Not trying to be a grand lodge — it's more like an impossibly well-designed friend's mountain house.
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Why It Matters
Featured in the Michelin Guide and part of the Tablet Hotels collection. One of the only high-design boutique properties in Crested Butte. The all-inclusive breakfast and evening cocktail setup is genuinely unusual for a mountain hotel at this caliber. The property uses solar panels to power the roof deck hot tub, has eliminated single-use plastics, and gives guests a reusable thermos.
Ten rooms, clay walls, heated basalt stone floors, and a rooftop hot tub aimed squarely at Mount Crested Butte. Every rate includes a full chef-prepared breakfast, evening cocktails and appetizers, and nightly s'mores by the fire. Crested Butte is genuinely remote — just remote enough that this is a rare mountain town with no chain restaurants and no strip malls — and Vaquera House is the best bed in it.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Loft King with View
Third-floor king rooms with loftier ceilings — the only ones that could be raised during the renovation. Mountain views and the same high-spec finishes throughout: heated floors, Spanish tile, Italian linens, steam showers. These are the rooms the Mr & Mrs Smith editors specifically called out.
King
Penthouse Balcony Suite
Two-bedroom penthouse that sleeps up to 5. The showpiece is a 100-square-foot private balcony with Adirondack chairs and a straight shot at Mount Crested Butte. Master bedroom has its own bathroom; the bunk room can be configured as one king or two twins and has a separate private bath. A fold-out couch in the living area covers the fifth guest.
King + Bunk (king or 2 twins)
Penthouse Loft Suite
The largest room in the house, sleeping up to 6. Widely considered to have the best views of Mount Crested Butte in the building. Master bedroom has a private bath; a separate bunk room fits four twin beds with its own private bath. The living area has a working desk for anyone who needs to sneak in some remote work.
King + 4 Twins
Studio Balcony
A cozy king studio with its own private balcony and Adirondack chairs looking straight at Mount Crested Butte. Quaint but not cramped — the balcony is the whole point, and guests reportedly spend a lot of time out there.
KingStudio King
The standard king option. Modern finishes, clay walls, quartzite surfaces, Spanish tile, and heated floors. No balcony, but everything else you'd expect from the house — Nespresso, Malin+Goetz, Italian linens, a 32-inch TV. Worth noting: some lower-floor rooms look out at neighboring buildings rather than the mountain, so it's worth requesting a view when booking.
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Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Cruiser bikes available to borrow free of charge in summer. Great for exploring Crested Butte's walkable downtown and surrounding trails.
Rivers and streams in the Gunnison Valley are prime fly-fishing territory. Book permits in advance; hotel staff can help with logistics.
Extensive hiking trails accessible directly from town and the surrounding Gunnison National Forest. Wildflower season in summer is exceptional.
Horseback riding available in the surrounding area through local outfitters.
Fat biking and Nordic skiing across the Gunnison Valley's snow-covered terrain in winter. The Nordic Center also has an ice-skating arena.
121 runs from beginner to expert at the resort just up the road. The ski school is well-regarded. Access via free shuttle or short drive from the hotel.
Guided snowmobile tours available through Action Adventures, a local outfitter. Hotel can assist with arrangements.
Lift-served downhill mountain biking at Evolution Bike Park in summer, plus the Crested Butte Community School bike park. Hotel lends townie bikes free of charge for exploring town.
Stand-up paddle boarding and fishing available on local lakes and rivers in summer months.
A games room on the lower level with a pool table and 72-inch TV, used for movie nights and après socializing.
Solar-powered rooftop hot tub with direct views of Crested Butte Mountain. Best after a day on the slopes or trails. No pool on-site.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Property is wheelchair-accessible; one room is specifically suited to guests with mobility issues.
Roaring fireplace in the main living area — a natural gathering spot for guests.
Cozy on-site library for guests.
Lower-level games room with pool table and a 72-inch TV used for movie nights.
High-speed complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Sunscreen and lip balm provided complimentarily — thoughtful touch at altitude.
Nespresso machine in every room, plus complimentary Camp 4 Coffee available in common areas.
Heated oak and basalt stone floors in all rooms. Steam showers available in third-floor rooms.
Garden fire pit for s'mores and evening gatherings.
Garden with outdoor seating and an entertainment area for guests.
Complimentary equipment to borrow: townie bikes, basketballs, volleyballs, tennis racquets, pickleball racquets, and cornhole. Saves serious luggage space.
On-site storage for ski gear and bicycles.
Twice-daily maid service included in all room rates.
Concierge services available for arranging local activities, transfers, and dining recommendations.
Solar panels power the roof deck and hot tub. LED lighting throughout. No single-use plastic bottles — guests receive a reusable thermos.
Free self-parking directly outside the front of the hotel.
There is no swimming pool on-site. The rooftop hot tub is the aquatic amenity.
Solar-powered hot tub on the upper deck with unobstructed views of Mount Crested Butte. A genuine highlight.
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