The Lodge at Angel Fire Resort

Online reviews are just like people. Some are wonderful sources of insight and information, while others are just places for those that need to vent, instead of addressing their issues immediately to the resort so that they could possibly work things out for the guest. I must admit, I am a review reader. Our family has skied at locations from Telluride - to mom and pop resorts like Wolf Creek, each having their own characteristics. This year we wanted to make a quick, family ski trip on a budget during Mardi Gras and decided to give Angel Fire Resort a try. I realized after doing my research and reading reviews that this lodge was in the process of updating their rooms. The reviews reflected dated rooms, but the online booking clearly stated updated décor, along with pictures of those rooms. I also read where Joe, the Lodge Manager clearly addressed each concern. For me it was an easy fix, I called and asked to speak to the Lodge Manager directly. He graciously explained their room updating process, so I went ahead at that time and booked my room for 5 days. Something else to keep in mind that this is a PET FRIENDLY resort, and not all guest are responsible pet owners when it comes to resort travel. The resort was prepared for the Mardi Gras revelers. Our room was roomy and exactly what we expected. We enjoyed Starbucks in the coffee house, dinner and music at Legends Grill (Dailey Specials). The slopes restaurants were crowed at lunch on weekends, so we had sandwiches in our room. If crowds are an issue for you, then I would recommend you plan your visit during the week. Slops seem to be less crowded. 80% of employees on the mountain, were very friendly. We rented our ski equipment from Winter Sports. It is just across the street from the lodge. Discounts if you book online. We were so pleased with the Lodge accommodations and staff, we will return next year.

I was a little disappointed in the unit. It was large and really enjoyed the space but it was not clean. A good cleaning and a few repairs should be done. That also includes some of the dishes, pans, and glasses in the kitchen.

I would not recommend this hotel/lodge. It is dated and maintenance shortcuts are obvious. Angel Fire and surrounding areas are so, so beautiful.

Ate dinner, and took part in a giant trivia night competition. Lots of fun, food was decent, but not really enough room to hold everyone on a fun summer night. haha. We got stuck out on the deck, but had fun, still. Nice place, recommend eating a quiet meal there, walk around the grounds, enjoy the peace and beauty. Angel Fire is a secret to most. We will return.

The cabin is basic with no washer or dryer. It is rustic and old but provides what we need. They only gave us supplies for 3 days and we were staying a full week. The grocery store is a 5 minute drive on the way to the mountain so it works great. It is 7 minutes drive from the mountain to go skiing. We brought chains but didn’t use them since it only snowed one day. Our dishwasher was broken and they fixed it the next day. The service is amazing but they only work from 9 to 5. We loved the ski resort with our 2 little ones. They did ski school 4 days and loved it. We will be back next year.

Nice and big! I love how many storage closets it offers plus a 2-1/2 bath is awesome with a group of 6 of us! My only complaint is checking in. It's not very easy to locate the check in building, FYI for anyone planning to stay here in the future, you check in at "The Lodge" which you'll see pictures of in this listing, it's the brown building, the sun lodge where you actually stay are the white buildings you see in the picture.