New resorts offer more than just that new-hotel smell; they often run terrific introductory deals to convince you into giving them a chance. Rock Resorts—a small chain of upscale resorts with properties in Vail, Aspen, and as far away as St.Lucia—is opening a new resort in Breckenridge this June, 100 miles from Denver
International Airport and 70
miles from the
Eagle/Vail Airport.
Next winter, One Ski Hill Place will offer ski-in/ski-out resort with access to four lifts. But before that, this summer, the lifts can bring you to hiking and biking trails, as well as the Peak 8 Fun Park (opening June 18) which features an alpine slide and miniature golf. Summertime pursuits will also include golf and nearby horseback riding and whitewater rafting. Year-round, the hotel features a movie lounge, game room, indoor pool and a two-lane bowling alley. Lodging, meanwhile, ranges from studios to four-bedroom condos, each equipped with kitchens, fireplaces and wi-fi.
The resort is offering two introductory packages:
- Be the First: Book by June 1 for a stay during June and you’ll get 33% off regular room rates, as well as a
complimentary breakfast. When we checked dates online, we found one-bedroom condos starting at $149 a night for a family of four, down from the regular $224 rate—indeed, a hefty 33% off.
- Early Bird Winter Package: Book by July 1 if you want to get a boot up on the resort's first ski season, starting November 12. The offer, good for stays between November 18 and April 18, 2011, promises up to 44% in savings. When we price-checked a November stay for a family of four, we found one-bedroom condos starting at $183 a night, compared to the regular November rate of $285 a night. That works out to a 36% savings—also a hefty deal even if it doesn't max out the "up to 44%" promise.
As usual, rates are subject to availability, and blackout dates may apply. Quoted rates are based on double occupancy per condominium. Tax, gratuities and resort fees are not included. Book online by clicking on the package rate, or mention the appropriate package when calling 888/906-6303.
