10 Luxurious Ski Resorts We Love

— -- intro: We all love a little kitsch, and ski resorts in particular are known for them; throughout our travels, we've seen more antler chandeliers and bearskin rugs than we know what to do with. And while that can be great for a fun ski getaway with friends, sometimes you're looking for something a little more refined: That's where these 10 ski resorts come in. The hotels that make this list are some of the most luxurious around. Will you see an antler? Maybe one or two, but only in the most refined of ways -- it'll seem more chic than kitsch, we promise. Here are 10 gorgeous, elegant ski resorts we love.

quicklist: 1title: The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoetext: With ski-in/ski-out access, cozy rooms with deep soaking tubs, a full service spa, three restaurants and lounges, a heated outdoor pool, and jaw-dropping, property-wide mountain vistas, you’ll want for nothing at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe...except maybe for a little extra cash. As often comes with a name like The Ritz, fees abound and prices tend to skyrocket in the winter months. media: 27310875

quicklist: 2title: Lumiere Hotel, Telluridetext: The stylish, boutique Lumiere Hotel offers some of the most luxurious accommodations in Mountain Village. Handsome rooms are modern and sophisticated, and decadent bathrooms have large soaking tubs and separate showers. With just 29 rooms, you’ll find privacy, peace, and personal service at the Lumiere, but for more amenities, such as an on-site spa and better restaurants, check out the equally luxurious Hotel Madeline Telluride. media: 27311469

quicklist: 3title: The Sebastian, Vailtext: It’s not often that boutique hotels can offer all the grand amenities of a mega-resort, but The Sebastian seems to pull it off -- and effortlessly, at that. At The Sebastian, guests will find high-end decor, multiple dining options, a chic lounge, an outdoor pool with four whirlpools, and an upscale spa. However, its location, right off I-70, could be a little better, and its standard rooms are just that -- standard, which is somewhat of a let-down after seeing the hotel’s incredible lobby and other public spaces. Guests looking for more luxurious accommodations should consider upgrading to a one-bedroom suite. media: 27310675

quicklist: 4title: Omni Mount Washington Resort, New Hampshiretext: Set against New Hampshire’s picture-perfect White Mountains, the majestic Omni Mount Washington Resort looks as though it was pulled from the pages of a fairytale. The stately white exterior leads to a classically decorated interior, where the cheery yellow and green accents and cream colored moldings will transport you to a simpler era. Though it doesn’t have the glitz and glam of some of the other resorts on our list, guests will appreciate its plentiful list of amenities and free shuttle to nearby slopes. media: 27311348

quicklist: 5title: Four Seasons Resort Whistlertext: Winter is the ultimate of the “four seasons” (ha, we crack ourselves up) at this luxurious Whistler retreat. Easily the most beautiful hotel in the area, the Four Seasons Resort Whistler is especially enchanting when the snow falls. Cozy up next to your in-room fireplace, or take in the white-capped mountain peaks from the hotel’s top-notch steakhouse. Enjoy the heated outdoor pool after a long day on the slopes, or relax at the first-rate spa. Of course, no hotel is perfect; we wish the Four Seasons was a bit closer to the lively Whistler Village. media: 27311635