The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Collection — Hotel in Four Corners States

This is going to be a long review since I didn’t find many detailed ones about The Lodge at Blue Sky before our trip.||||TLDR: it’s absolutely breathtaking and incredibly relaxing—a place where chic western cowboy style meets contemporary, eco-conscious luxury. Don’t miss meeting their horses!||||My husband and I stayed for 4 days/3 nights last week. The resort is about a 45-minute drive from SLC airport. We booked during the Auberge summer sale (25% off) and also received a daily $100 breakfast credit and a $100 resort activity credit.||||Check-in was seamless, and we were greeted with cups of their house kombucha. Our suite was tucked a little ways down the hill and then back up again, but we didn’t mind the walk. Staff loaded our luggage onto a golf cart and dropped us off at our door - this was the only time we needed a cart until checkout.||||We stayed in an Earth Suite Deluxe, and it was absolutely stunning - the views, the ambiance, and all the little luxe touches! The suite was spotless and stocked with bottled and sparkling waters in the fridge, a snack drawer packed with treats and electrolyte packs, and even a backpack and two walking sticks for exploring. There was also a De’Longhi Nespresso machine with pods and an electric kettle with individually wrapped Ikaati tea pouches. The bathroom was massive, with a freestanding tub that fit both of us comfortably, so baths quickly became part of our nightly routine. They also provided bath salts, oils, and Auberge Spa’s Mountain Blend No. 49 products, whose scent reminded me of a Jo Malone fragrance. It was fresh without being overpowering. Housekeeping came twice a day, and in the evenings we loved coming back to thoughtful turndown surprises like cookies, chocolates, and even a little tea service with handwritten notes.||||Yuta, the resort’s only on-site restaurant, is gorgeous and offers amazing views. Guests’ attire ranged from casual to dressed up. On our first evening, we ordered the everything Hawaiian bread, caviar hash browns, hiramasa crudo, gnocchi, pork chop, and chocolate mousse cake. Every dish was outstanding. We loved it so much we returned several times for breakfast, lunch, and Sunday brunch. Make sure to order the cast-iron baked cinnamon roll. It was magical!||||The resort offers a lot of complimentary daily activities like yoga, meditation, guided hikes, and my personal favorite, Meet the Horses. The experience lasts about an hour, starting with a pickup at valet that takes you down to the stables and arena. Our guide, Erica, was fantastic. She shared background stories about the horses, and it’s clear how much the staff love and spoil both their working and rescue horses. I told Erica that the last time I’d been on a horse was when I was 12 and I nearly fell off, but that I’ve always loved horses. She reassured me that their guided trail rides are designed to match each guest with the right horse. By the end of the session, she had us convinced to sign up.||||Another unique perk is the fleet of Mercedes vehicles available for guests to borrow. They don’t take reservations as it’s first come first serve, but we never had any trouble grabbing one. We’re car people, so you can imagine how impressed we were when we got to borrow the AMG GLS63, Maybach GLS 600 SUV, and G 580 (electric G wagon). They also had sedans on hand, though I didn’t catch the exact models. We made it a point to take out a different car each day, whether we were heading into Park City for dinner or just grabbing coffee.||||For paid activities, my husband signed up for the 2-hour sporting clay experience while I tagged along to watch. That wasn’t an issue at all, and I ended up having just as much fun as he did. Each guest is paired with an instructor. We had Nick, who was fantastic. They provided Beretta Silver Pigeon shotguns, ear protection, and glasses. I don’t know much about shotguns, but my husband said the Silver Pigeons were really nice, and he estimated he went through about 200 rounds. Nick drove us around the hilly course in a side-by-side and was such a great instructor. He paid close attention to how my husband was shooting and offered tailored advice without ever feeling like constant critique. My husband left smiling ear to ear and said the whole experience was well worth the price.||||On Sunday morning we went on the 2-hour horseback trail ride, just the two of us with Erica (our same guide from Meet the Horses). Our horses, Boone and Cheyenne, were so sweet and beautiful. Erica walked us through the basics of getting on the horse and riding. We practiced in the arena first, which helped me quickly shake off my nerves. The trail was stunning and it included some steeper, hilly areas that made it even more exciting. Erica gave reminders throughout the ride about body position and direction, so I always felt safe and confident.||||Now for the “bad” and honestly, I had to really nitpick to come up with anything. Our room was meticulously clean, but I did notice that the wallpaper in the toilet room was starting to lift in one corner. Two of the three SUVs we borrowed were out of windshield wiper fluid and had slightly dirty front windows, which is pretty normal considering you’re in the country. And when we checked in, they asked if we had any milk preferences for coffee/tea. My husband requested lactose-free milk, and while the staff said they’d stock the fridge with it, it never showed up. He didn’t mind at all and said the in-room espressos...

My husband and I got married at The Lodge at Blue Sky in September 2024, and we could not give higher praise to the venue, the staff and the entire experience!

First, on the venue. Blue Sky lays on an incredible piece of land nestled in the Wasatch mountains--the views were absolutely spectacular! We were married in a meadow near the top of the property, and were absolutely blown away by the scenery. Then, there is the hotel itself as well as the facilities and amenities. The term "5-Star" is thrown around a lot these days, but everything was truly world class. Our guests were blown away by every inch of Blue Sky--the hiking, clay shooting, spa and so much more! Wedding or not, this property is a must visit.

Next, there's the staff. From the beginning stages of touring the property (shout out to Cait Dintamin!), to the planning, coordination of lodging, logistics of the weekend, and so much more, the entire staff was so thoughtful and made sure our weekend was exceedingly special. Small touches, customizations and thoughtful service is the name of the game here. Joe (general manager), Hannah (event manager), and Guillermo (executive chef) and many more were nothing short of on top of their game. And a special shoutout to the entire kitchen staff for the meals prepared during our wedding weekend. I can't begin to tell you how many guests told us that the food they were served was the best they had ever had at a wedding--by far!

Which leads to the experience. Whether you're looking to plan a wedding or simply have a relaxing getaway near the mountains, you'd be hard pressed to find a better place than The Lodge at Blue Sky. Everything was truly incredible--every staff member you interact with is thoughtful and intentional, with your comfort in mind, and the possibilities of how you can spend your time there are endless.

Our wedding was the best weekend of our life (so far!), and its in large part due to the team at Blue Sky. For the "too long, didn't read" crowd, I'll simply say this: run, don't walk, to Blue Sky! You truly won't regret it!

Kate and...

An easy 45 minute drive from SLC airport, the Lodge has just as much to do in March as in the regular ski season. My friend and I enjoyed yoga, axe-throwing, horseback riding, dying with dried flowers, and more. The lodge largely lives up to its 5 star reputation with just a few small flies in the ointment.|First the positive. The staff is amazingly kind and attentive. Any difficulty or request we had was handled quickly and cheerfully (my friend had a LOT of requests). The facilities are lovely, especially the spa, which has a beautiful waiting room with floor to ceiling windows and yummy snacks. The food at Yuta and at the bar was generally excellent. The wine list was spectacular. The bathroom in our earth suite was opulent -- stunning and spacious with a great soaking tub. The suite itself was attractively furbished and included free snacks and juices. Activities are fun. We had 5 days of sunshine and temps almost reaching 70. Views are beautiful, if a little arid at this time of year. We saw a beaver and a chipmunk, but apparently elk and moose also appear occasionally. The outdoor infinity swimming pool is heated (bring a suit!). The folks who helped us plan the schedule were helpful and efficient.|A few little things weren't perfect. For some reason, the housekeeping staff isn't quite as good as the rest, so (for example) the fruit bowl was never replenished all week; a card advertised lip balm, but the lip balm was missing; times for an event (a taco evening) were noted incorrectly. No biggies. The veggie burger, a flat tasteless disc, was our only bad food experience. Our biggest surprise had to do with architecture: in the earth suites, the suite part is quite cramped, with a small seating area pushed up against the bed near the front door. And yet the bathroom area is so huge that it has more square footage than the living area. It's all completely wasted -- you could hold a square dance in there. If they had pushed the dividing wall back 10 feet it would have made a big difference. |Do I recommend? Yes. Expensive,...