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Discover your base camp for adventure, nestled in America’s best mountain town: Telluride, Colorado. Framed by the majestic 14,000-foot peaks and wide blue skies of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains from its perch in Telluride’s Mountain Village, the Forbes Travel Guide five-star resort Madeline Hotel & Residences brings a new tier of luxury to the destination. A refreshed palette of earthen hues and artful details inspired by the texture and topography of the surrounding Colorado landscape infuse a renewed contemporary elegance to the property, invoking a luxurious and welcoming mountain environment, and offering a chic yet approachable respite from Telluride’s active outdoor lifestyle. Curated by a team of local expert Adventure Guides, discover personalized itineraries with insider access to an endless array of unique adventures set against the breathtaking backdrop of the San Juan Mountains.
Bring home stories of exclusive luxury adventures in the Rocky Mountains and discover new one-of-a-kind experiences that embody Telluride’s natural spirit of outdoor exploration. Ski or snowboard at America’s best alpine ski resort, soaring over the Rockies. Experience a birds-eye view of some of the region’s most beautiful National Parks or saddle up for a trail ride across the magical snowy landscape. After a day full of adventure, listen to the sound of (alphorn) music with an aprés tradition unlike anything else, or unwind with an in-room bath ritual to naturally decompress.
The best part of the Madeline Hotel & Residences is its location. This ski-in/ski-out or hike-in/hike-out property sits at 9,545′ with 360 degrees of incredible alpine vistas. As the “Base Camp for Adventure,” the Madeline provides easy access to bucket list adventures that will deepen your connection to the natural world like never before. On-property amenities include everything from an ice skating rink in the winter to a year-round Alpine Swim Club with alpine vistas. Plus, the two mountain towns of Telluride and Mountain Village are connected by a free, scenic gondola, the only transportation system of its kind in North America. There is no need for a car in this alpine destination, as both towns are truly walkable and the 13-minute gondola ride is a daily event.
Telluride summers are known for festivals — whether musical, cultural, culinary, scientific, athletic, or just plain quirky, there is a festival for everyone. The Madeline Hotel & Residences hosts live Music on the Green on Friday nights and Movies Under the Stars on Saturday nights. Combined with the outdoor adventures in Telluride’s lush box canyon and the cool mountain air, summer vacations in Telluride are unforgettable.
Every afternoon at 4 PM, General Manager Bryan Woody plays a custom-made Bernatone Alphorn to signal the start of Apres along with a champagne toast. Guests and locals alike look forward to this daily tradition, performed during the winter and summer seasons.
Timber Room: Cap a thrilling day on the mountain with an intimate ending at Timber Room with a loved one or small group of friends. Toast to the moment in Telluride’s most beautiful living room with Timber Room’s expertly crafted Fire & Ice cocktail program that showcases beloved signature cocktails and one-of-a-kind seasonal libations. The warming fireplace and commanding bar have become the heart and soul of the après scene in Telluride.
Black Iron Kitchen & Bar: Share stories with friends and family around signature fire-tables, while dining on casual modern mountain cuisine. Inspired by the best of what’s in season from local Western Slope farms, the world-class culinary team at Black Iron Kitchen + Bar serves fresh, spirited takes on the hearty, rustic food you crave after a long day of adventure.