Northstar Village by Sierra Getaways

That snowy village atmosphere was a big part of the fun. We wandered around for coffee and a look around, and the gondola was right there when we wanted to get to the slopes. I came with friends for a snow trip, and the hotel was comfortable and beautifully done, with a warm, wooden lodge feel. It felt like a winter fairytale. We had such a great time and are already thinking about returning. I'd recommend it for a mountain getaway.

Loved the Christmas feel here, with live music, ice skating, hot toddies, and some amazing shops.

There’s plenty to do on foot here, from trails and biking to shops and restaurants, though the shops are expensive. We had a great time as a family, especially with the pool and kids’ pool. You can park and mostly leave the car alone, but bring groceries. There’s also roller skating.

We spent the weekend watching mountain bikers race, and had a blast. There was plenty to do between riding the gondola and ski lift, browsing the shops and candy stores, and eating around the village. We also rode our scooter around, watched the band, and went roller skating. This surprise family getaway was so much fun. We'll definitely be back!