Vail, Colorado offers everything you need for planning the most extravagant wedding weekend or an intimate elopement. Located in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Vail has endless activities to choose from in any season, numerous delicious restaurants, and gorgeous scenery from any spot. Vail is a dream wedding destination in the Rockies, and we’ve compiled a list of 14 wedding venues you can say your vows at. Keep reading to find your perfect mountain wedding venue!
Located at the base of Vail Mountain on the banks of the picturesque Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is a ski-in, ski-out resort that offers the most indoor and outdoor venue space in Vail (no matter the season). Grand Hyatt Vail is home to 285 newly renovated Colorado inspired guest rooms and suites, so you can have your entire wedding weekend onsite and your guests never have to leave the oasis! While staying, you and your guests can enjoy their spa and infinity pool & hot tubs – meaning your wedding won’t be stressful, it will just be romantic and relaxing! Grand Hyatt Vail’s award-winning culinary team can customize menus that satisfy appetites, energize attendees and honor traditions for your special day.
Situated at the base of Vail Mountain in the luxurious Lionshead Village, the Arrabelle Square – an ultra-luxury hotel capturing the romance of Vail’s alpine legacy – is the perfect setting for your fairy tale wedding. Your grand entrance will be unforgettable down the elegant cobblestone staircase, and the overhead festival lighting will glisten through the tent, illuminating the dance floor as you and your guests dance the night away. The hotel features spacious, elegantly designed guestrooms and private residences for you and your guests to enjoy the entire wedding weekend.
Camp Hale Weddings is a short 15 miles from Vail and is surrounded by the White River National Forest. This lush (and historic) land offers an unforgettable setting for a mountain wedding in a natural environment. At Camp Hale, you can have a custom-made wedding experience with a team onsite who will work with you hand in hand to create your dream wedding. Uniquely, Camp Hale offers a “blank slate” – so whether your wedding is small or large, it’s sure to captivate in their spectacular outdoor setting – especially with their included large white tent and twinkle lights that help make for a stunning tent cocktail hour or reception.
Donovan Pavilion is a stunning timber & stone mountain venue with gorgeous trees, and sprawling views. The venue is cozy and intimate, but still has space to accommodate up to 200 guests for your wedding day!
Nested in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Vail Valley specializes in gorgeous weddings with more than 20,000 square feet of sophisticated venue space including light-filled rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and an expansive terrace and Wedding Lawn with views of the Eagle River. Their experienced event planners and catering team can manage every aspect of your wedding weekend in the Vail Valley, so that you can focus on making memories! If you are looking for action packed days on the slopes, a relaxing getaway at the spa, or searching after the best eats during your wedding weekend– this is the venue for you.
The Sonnenalp has warm European hospitality in the heart of Vail Valley with multipole indoor and outdoor spaces to choose from for your wedding events. The Garden offers an intimate location for an outdoor wedding ceremony or cocktail hour, with a picture-perfect setting next to Sonnenalp’s pool. The Stuberl has subdued lighting and intricate details featuring authentic wooden beams from Germany and copper columns including German coins. This special venue can be reserved for private dining events with guest counts less than 40 or included as a part of Ludwig’s Restaurant full buyout for larger wedding events.
The Lazy J Ranch is just minutes from beautiful Vail – nestled just below Bellyache Ridge, offering sweeping views of the Eagle River Valley and Castle Peak. This picturesque facility is ideal for creating the wedding of your dreams, with natural timber pavilions and rolling meadows fit for grand tents. The Lazy J Ranch is locally owned and maintains its’ cozy, homey feel after being a homestead for over 125 years ago. In addition to 3200 acres of pastures, trout ponds, and wooded timber, the Lazy J Ranch also boasts 3 miles of pristine private water on the Eagle River. After a brief closing, the 4th Generation of the family has recently re-opened their incredible facility for couples to create their vision for an unforgettable day – and they are ready for you to host the most grand gathering amongst the beautiful countryside setting and western charm of the ranch.
8. Larkspur Vail 458 Vail Valley Drive Vail, Colorado
You’ll find Larkspur in a tranquil corner of Vail Village, next to a forest of aspen trees and panoramic views of Vail’s famous Gore Range. At Larkspur, they’re well-versed in hosting spectacular celebrations – with space for up to 500 guests across multiple venue spaces.
Four Seasons Vail is situated at the front of this history-rich village, with legendary Vail Mountain just steps away. This experienced team will help to create a magical experience amongst alpine beauty. With the highest botanical garden in the U.S., an expansive lawn framed by Colorado’s Gore Range, and Vail Mountain itself: Whatever you choose, Four Seasons Vail has the perfect backdrop for your special day. Plus, you can even end your wedding day with an al-fresco swim under the stars.
With sweeping views from the base of Beaver Creek Mountain, this resort hotel and spa offers you a wedding escape near Vail Valley. Park Hyatt is a ski-in/ski-out access, in the heart of Beaver Creek Village, and then a magical summertime space full of outdoor activities. Celebrate your big day in their elegant indoor and outdoor venues from the cabin-lodge charm of their ballrooms to the picturesque setting of their lush outdoor lawns to the terrace with a majestic mountain backdrop.
Celebrate the mountain wedding of your dreams at one of Beaver Creek’s scenic wedding venues, situated in the Eagle River Valley just outside of Vail. Exchange vows atop sweeping views of Beaver Creek Mountain – or feel secluded nestled in the lush White River National Forest. Their mountain venue collection offers a variety of spaces (like Beano’s Cabin & Saddle Lodge) perfect for weddings of all sizes and styles. From intimate micro-weddings to large soirees of 300+ guests – Beaver Creek is an ideal resort for a wedding in any season!
Piney River Ranch is open and accessible from June 21st through the last Saturday in September, and is one of Colorado’s prime wedding destinations in the summertime. Beneath the Gore Range, Piney River Ranch can accommodate up to 200 people in their event space. With two custom log pavilions, and a ceremony deck that boasts beautiful mountain views, it’s no wonder couples from all over the country come here to say “I do.” The ranch also has six guest cabins, three glamping tents and an on-site restaurant and bar to entertain and accommodate you and your guests all weekend!
The 10th is Vail Mountain’s most modern and most luxurious on-mountain wedding venue – set in a grand mountain lodge with contemporary flair, modern finishings. The private, on-site ceremony deck and floor-to-ceiling windows capture stunning views of both the Gore Range and the Vail Valley. Enjoy a five-star menu featuring modern alpine cuisine and an extensive wine list, making for a second-to-none dining experience for you and up to 180 guests on your wedding day.
As a full-service Vail resort, The Sebastian has the luxurious rooms and suites, an invigorating spa, gourmet cuisine, and world-class wines for a dreamy wedding weekend in the mountains. With its prime location in the heart of Vail Village, you are steps away from some of Vail’s popular wedding ceremony venues including the intimate Vail Interfaith Chapel, the serene Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and the awe-inspiring Vail Mountain. The Sebastian has capacity for up to 250 guests with all inclusive packages to choose from & food and beverage onsite.
