The Lion

4.5 star property
Luxurious ski hotel with 2 spa tubs

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Front of property
Courtyard
Premium Condo, 2 Bedrooms
Premium Condo, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Reception
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Map
701 W. Lionshead Circle, Vail, CO, 81657
  • Popular LocationEagle Bahn Gondola6 min walk
  • Popular LocationVail Ski Resort12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGondola One Ski Lift4 min drive
  • AirportVail, CO (EGE-Eagle County Regional)41 min drive

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Room options

Traditional Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 450 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Condo, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Premium Condo, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 1000 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Condo, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 1750 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Vail

The Lion is located in Lionshead, a neighborhood in Vail, and is in the mountains. Eagle Bahn Gondola and Vail Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Betty Ford Alpine Gardens. Gondola One Ski Lift and Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.

What's nearby

  • Eagle Bahn Gondola - 6 min walk
  • Vail Valley Medical Center - 11 min walk
  • Vail Ski Resort - 12 min walk
  • Gondola One Ski Lift - 4 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Vail/Eagle Airport (EGE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Garfinkel's - 4 min walk
  • Vail Brewing Company - 19 min walk
  • Matsuhisa - 19 min walk
  • Pazzo's Pizzeria - 19 min walk
  • The Little Diner - 1 min walk

About this property

The Lion

Luxury hotel near Eagle Bahn Gondola
Located close to Vail Valley Medical Center and Vail Ski Resort, The Lion provides an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a gym. With amenities like a free ski shuttle and ski storage, this hotel is a great place to hit the slopes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center and 2 spa tubs.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • A free area shuttle, self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Newspapers in the lobby, snow sports gear, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
Room features
All 84 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, heating, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Self parking on site (USD 50 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 2 spa tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 50 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

Lion Vail East West Condo
Lion Condo
Lion Vail East West
The Lion Vail
The Lion Hotel
The Lion Hotel Vail
Lion Vail by East West Hospitality
The Lion Vail by East West Hospitality

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lion have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Lion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lion?

Self parking is available for USD 50 per day.

What time is check-in at The Lion?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Lion?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Lion provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Lion located?

Located near the slopes, this Lionshead hotel is in the mountains and within a 15-minute walk of Eagle Bahn Gondola, Vail Valley Medical Center, and Vail Ski Resort. Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Gondola One Ski Lift are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Lion Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be back! Loved everything about The Lion!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Its cozy, elegant, really clean and beautiful. The kitchen is very spacious with everything you may need. The staff is very friendly. Before skiing they offer you cliff bars, hot chocolate, pastries, coffee and tea. Defenitly we are returning next time we visit Vail.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay! One of the best experiences we have ever had. The room was spacious and clean, the bed was comfortable, bathroom clean and spacious. The view was amazing. The amenities were awesome (pool table, hot tub, ski lockers) and the staff was above and beyond friendly. We will stay here every time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacobo, Miami

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

shivam

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

christopher j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it!
Beautiful property, very gracious front desk help. Condo unit was as advertised, very cosey, decorated immaculately.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When arriving at the property and during our stay, we received excellent customer service. Staff were kind and helpful. The property and the room were excellent. The location was really great. They’ll offers and in town free bus system and the property is right in front of the bus stop so this may things very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022