Friday, January 12, 2024 Ski Day: We were somewhat disappointed with Attitash, there were only a…read morefew trails open (less than 25%) and the ones that were open weren't groomed very good, they were very firm and icy. The trails that were closed looked like they hadn't been touched in weeks. There was no powder or moguls whatsoever so it was pretty boring. It looks like they're conserving resources and cutting labor costs. I hadn't skied there in decades and I thought I remembered it was a bigger area; it wasn't. It reminded a lot of Wachusett ski area, which for a 3-hour drive each way is A LOT (too much) of effort. There were hardly any people there, which is nice when you can ski right into the lift no lines. All in all it was a beautiful day, the views of Mt Washington are spectacular; and I got in a lot of runs, yawn :)

All around great place for an awesome day with the family. Atmosphere is very friendly and the…read moreprices are fairly reasonable.

This review is for the ski school only. Do not spend your money on lessons here for children,…read moreespecially when there are so many other wonderful (not Vail-owned) options in the area. While I'm sure there are some fine instructors on staff here and at Wildcat, our multi-family group has taken our kids to these mountains now two years in a row, and had repeatedly horrible experiences. We kept thinking it was just a poor match or bad luck, and thought we'd give it another try this winter. Unfortunately both mountains let us down, with two different older, male instructors who clearly are working just for employee benefits and do not have the patience or proper training to work well with kids. In our most recent experience at Attitash, all 3 kids (not tiny ones, mind you - ranging in age from 8 to 12, each with prior skiing and lesson experience) were in tears by mid lesson. The instructor was excessively gruff and curt, and angry with his employer for how they schedule lessons - which he apparently decided to take out on his students. When we had to intervene, he graced us with a monologue about his alleged experience with kids on the autism spectrum - apparently to claim what a sensitive and wonderful teacher he is, and that our childrens' "special needs" must simply be off the charts. This assessment is not only clinically inaccurate, but an absolutely unacceptable excuse for his failure as an instructor. If you want your kids to fall in love with skiing/riding, take them to lessons at any other resort in the area - it's too much of a gamble that you'll end up with one of these guys at Attitash or Wildcat.

This place has come a long way from just a few years ago. I've read the pejorative comments about…read moretheir service, and although we did experience a lack of customer service, such was not the case today. We got here about 1030 AM. From previous experience, we parked at the Bear Lodge parking lot. Their Covid-19 protocols were in force and we were thankful to the staff for them. That continued with minor exceptions, for the entire day. We absolutely love the Bear Peak Lodge area to start the day at Attitash. For starters, the parking area is closer to the lodge. If you arrive early enough, you can park just feet away from the lodge. Even if you arrive later, it's a short walk. The Lodge is one large, functional building with everything within, from support functions to cafeteria, bar and restrooms. From there, it's a level and short walk to the Bear Peak Quad, whisking you to the top with little delay. From there, wonderfully long Blue cruisers and numerous glades are available on the Bear Peak side. As well, several challenging and a few absolutely enjoyable black diamond runs. It is worth noting that although slow, the Abenaki Quad is a nice alternative if one finds themselves on the runs in the Eastern edge of Bear Peak, towards the Attitash Peak. It's a convenient way to get up the mountain without schlepping it on the Bearback trail. From the Bear Peak, the access to Attitash Peak is an easy route, although a bit level in some places. The Summit Triple takes you all the way to the top with amazing - truly spectacular views. However, they're overdue in replacing it. You could read three chapters of Anna Karenina while on the lift. It is exasperatingly slow. The Flying Yankee quad is way faster but it only covers the lower half of the mountain. Although Attitash Peak has the best and most challenging trails, it nonetheless suffers from outdated and some times frustrating infrastructure. Overall, Attitash is well worth a visit. The terrain, views, staff, grooming, glades, and overall experience makes this Vail resort a little gem in the collection.

The cross country skiing trails were so fun! Trail 19 had amazing views, 30 went right along the…read moreriver, and a bunch of them passed by/over the creek in the woods. It felt like an authentic XC ski experience and like we had the place all to ourselves. They definitely worked hard to get trails groomed again after some unfavorable conditions. The trail map and markers are a bit confusing though. Reasonable prices. Staff was attentive and helpful. We liked it so much we went back the next day!

My husband and I made our first foray into cross country skiing here this past weekend and LOVED…read moreit! We did a lesson with Clifton which was VERY worth the time and money. Apparently a lot of the other trail systems weren't open due to the lack of snow, but Bear Notch had plenty of beautiful, well-groomed trails to play on. The best part: COMPLETELY dog friendly! We could have taken our dog out on any of their 65km plus trails, not just a mile or two like other sites. We loved the cross country skiing, so we went back to Bear Notch to rent snowshoes today for a hike up Mt Crawford. Again, super friendly staff and really affordable prices. This is the only place we'll bring our business to the next time we're in the area.

If you like nature, this resort fits all. With pools and hot tubs along with game room/fitness…read morecenter and more, there is something for everyone to do. I recommend this resort for a great getaway.

A more than adaquete overnight stay. Was like a ski lodge, campground, nustled in the woods . Very…read moreclean - enjoyed the fireplace.. Murphy in wall bed was a suprise

I've been coming here for years, and have yet to stay at the hotel. So this review is purely based…read moreon the bar area. The food is fantastic, something for everyone. The custom cocktails are amazing. And the service is unquestionably top notch. If you're lucky enough, Al might be your server - he is an absolute maestro .

The brunch buffet is lame...the frozen hannaford ravioli with a jar of sauce thrown on it. Really?!read more

Agree that this place is tough for beginners, especially kids. Lots of up and downs just to get to…read morethe main trails.

Our instructor Jenny was friendly and informative, she helped us learn the basics in under an hour…read moreand we felt confident enough to go out on the trails despite it being our first time skiing. The rental service was quick and efficient with no issues. The Jackson ski touring trail system is fantastic for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. I would definitely recommend this spot for lessons, our package for rentals, lessons, and all day access to the trails was affordable and a great value proposition.

Took my 8 year old son, and his 12 and 15 year old cousins to a trail ride in August 4th 2026…read more These kids have never ridden a horse it was amazing how accommodating and helpful they were to these kids so I could enjoy my ride as a more experience equestrian rider. Definitely recommend this place for trail ride, scenic views and very behaved horses for first time rider to those who have never been around horses. I want to try there Winter Magical events.

My husband and I had a horseback riding lesson here. Lexi was our trainer. She was extraordinary…read more The whole experience was wonderful. The people who work there were so kind and professional. Great place to take your family.

First the good things about our stay: The bed was VERY comfortable & huge. The air conditioning…read morewas strong, and the hot water was HOT. Price point was also fair. The sign of the dog pooping and peeing outside our room cracked me up. Otherwise, pretty run down. Problematic toilet. Smoky smelling. Didn't feel shower was adequate. The continental breakfast that's getting raves from others was lacking. The OJ was rancid, tasted like it had vodka in it & then I realized it was just fermented. Ultimately,lacked charm but was a fair 2.5 star stay.

ABSOLUTELY disgusting, I booked a hotel room for my son and his friend for a few days to go skiing…read moreand when went to the room it was 90 degrees and when I went to go turn down the heat it was set to 60 and it clearly wasn't working. When I went back down the office they offered me a new room,and I took it and when I came into the new room it was indubitably unsanitary the light was already on and both beds were messed up asking as the pillows like they were laying and sleeping in them. I am appalled that a business would have their establishment like this.

We stayed with another family in karlsted 85. Rooms were spacious and clean. The beds were very…read morecomfortable. Staff was super friendly. There is several things to do onsite including a game room, gym, trails, playground, boats on a koi pond, and several pools and hot tubs which I appreciate them being heated! 1 minute drive to storyland. The view from the room was amazing. We enjoyed our stay here.

The only thing good about this place was the view from our room. I rented 2 nights for my…read moreAnniversary with my husband, no kids, no work. Was looking forward to sitting in the jacuzzi in our "penthouse" the whole weekend. Well I decided, because of horror stories of Jacuzzis in hotels, that I was going to run a bottle of bleach with warm water through it when I got there. The jacuzzi was nasty the amount of dead skin and black mold that came out just from that was disgusting. The office sent housekeeping up to the room to clean the jacuzzi. And took half off our first night since we couldn't use it. We'll I decided to pull off the jets and look to see if they cleaned. Nope. I took a toothbrush and bleach and scrubbed every single jet. This is my vacation. I have worked my ass off this summer and paid alot of money to literally scrub a jacuzzi to use ONE time! Will NEVER go back and will NEVER recommend to anyone. If you're reading this and are in CH133B this week. The jacuzzi is nice and clean. You're welcome.

As part of our honeymoon, my husband and I decided to treat ourselves to some relaxing spa services…read moreat Christmas Farm Inn & Spa. This is one of our favorite spots, as it is such a relaxing and welcoming place. Our technicians were Meaghan and Heather, who both did a wonderful job. They made sure we were comfortable and enjoying our services. We appreciated being able to use the steam room and shower following the services, with their lovely shampure products. We felt so rejuvenated upon leaving here. In past visits, we were able to get more services and at longer durations. Unfortunately, that has changed. This wasn't communicated and there was an issue with scheduling our services. When we received the initial confirmation, everything looked fine (services and durations) aside from it stating "body polish" instead of "body scrub". I was assured that it would be a scrub, regardless of what the confirmation said. Unfortunately, the day before our services the confirmation email had different durations of services. When I called to inquire, I hadn't received a call back, however it was addressed immediately upon our arrival. They noted that our call was received and said they figured they would wait until they saw us. I wish it had been addressed ahead of time, as we had to make a quick decision on the spot regarding our services. I would have preferred time to think it over. Also, the polish was in fact a polish and not a scrub, which was not what was wanted nor expected. Overall, we had a great time and would go back! This has become a staple for our white mountain trips. The services are always great, the staff is always friendly, and we always leave feeling refreshed! The only downside was the lack of communication/scheduling error, which has never been a problem in our countless other visits here.

Had the Vintage Dinner tonight! Loved this retro food with corresponding prices! Absolutely…read moredelicious experience - clam chowder creamy and delicious- steak and chicken were tender and flavorful - chocolate cake was amazing. Service was great and ambiance of restaurant was warm and welcoming