Utah's Most Iconic Cliffside Resort Has World-Class Shops, Endless Mountain Beauty And Spa Luxury

If you could imagine the perfect resort and spa for adventure — and nature-lovers, what would you envision? A stunning location, built-in view of some of the most jaw-dropping geological features you've never seen before? Word-class shops to browse? Some of the most enviable opportunities for outdoor recreation that attracts people from all over the world? A balance between adrenaline-spiking adventure and blissful relaxation? A rooftop hot tub and pool perched among the clouds, where you can unwind in direct view of the mountains, so close you can almost touch them? World-class accommodations and dining? Five-star spa services and treatments such as facials, manicures, and stone massages? Remote and secluded in a world of its own, but within easy driving distance of a major airport?

You must be talking about the iconic Cliff Lodge at Snowbird, of course! No matter how active or lazily luxurious you want your trip to be, the Lodge is a haven located 25 miles outside Salt Lake City, Utah.

First and foremost, we have to talk about the beauty of the area and the views? The location is everything. You are in the inexplicably stunning Little Cottonwood Canyon — where the highway winds through soaring, steep cliffs on either side to the dreamy Snowbird Resort. All around you, the mountains tower, and no matter what time of year you visit, they will not disappoint your happy eyeballs. Whether crowned with glistening white snow, lush with springtime greenery, or aflame with autumnal colors, the Wasatch Mountains are glorious.—

"Elevated relaxation" is the motto of Cliff Spa — it's true; Snowbird has kicked up standards for what spa life should be like, and rivals other award-winning hotels around the world. Can we talk about the eucalyptus steam room? Because, believe us, you won't know how you lived without experiencing this previously, and unfortunately, you are going to leave the resort with your standards just way too high now for its competitors to live up to. Sorry, you'll be dreaming eucalyptus dreams for a while.

The Cliff Spa's rooftop is its crowning glory. Dip into the heated pool and hot tub, watch skiers and snowboarders conquer the steep terrain of the Snowbird slopes, and feel the gentle snow falling around you. Or, if it's summer, watch hikers and mountain bikers wind slowly down the trails. Hopefully, you have experienced this amazing outdoor adventure for yourself earlier in the day, so that you can unwind and treat your body to some well-deserved R&R.  Each season is a treat here.

The aura of the spa is incredible, if you are hoping for the ultimate relaxing spa weekend. When you walk in, you feel it immediately! You receive a robe and slippers and take your pick from the exhaustive list of spa services and treatments. The professional personnel of the spa are top-notch. There are also dry saunas, a state of the art fitness room, and rooftop yoga workshops to calm the mind and body.

Putting the surreal spa aside (which is hard to do), you will have more than enough at your fingertips in terms of activities, shopping, and dining within the enormous walls of the Cliff Lodge, and will want for nothing.There are boutiques to browse and sports and gear outlets to rent or buy any necessary equipment for your outdoor adventures. For your convenience, there are multiple grocery outlets and restaurants to select from. The 10th floor's The Aerie has floor-to-ceiling glass windows so you don't have to have the mountains out of sight, and offers a luxurious fine dining experience. There are several other dining environments, varying from casual and sophisticated throughout the place to take your pick from!

And we just covered what's inside the Cliff Lodge.

We've merely scratched the surface, because what is available to you outside is the real reason to choose this cliffside resort. Snowbird is an incredibly popular ski resort and world-renowned four-season recreation destination. Utah terrain is at its finest here. Ski, snowboard, mountain bike, trail run, hike — what is your choice? Take lessons, sign your kids up for programs, zipline, or attend one of the festivals and events such as the famous Oktoberfest. You won't be bored here if you tried!