There’s something magical about the Rocky Mountains, with their spellbinding views and lush alpine ecosystems. A famed mountain wonderland, their valleys captivate and refresh the mind as visitors are wrapped up in one of the USA’s most incredible natural landscapes. It is here, in the rarefied air of this breathtaking piece of Montana wilderness, sits Montage Big Sky, a luxurious all-season resort that takes inspiration from the western lodges of old.
Developed in partnership with Lone Mountain Land Company, the $400 million resort is home to 139 guestrooms featuring suites and 39 private residences. Interiors reflect the hotel’s natural setting with neutral earth tones, complemented by photography and coffee table books that pay homage to the American West. A gas fireplace adds to that cosy, lodge ambience with a marble-clad bathroom enjoying a shower and a ginormous bathtub that can easily accommodate two people. Bestowed with a terrace or balcony, gorgeous mountain views are surrendered. However, not all rooms are equal in this regard, so make sure to request this at check-in time.
Make time to explore the property and discover traditional Northern Italian cuisine at the elegant Cortina. The hotel’s signature restaurant boasts an extensive wine list alongside dishes that have been infused with local ingredients including local game and river fish. Or for an elevated Montana brasserie experience, head for Alpenglow. Spotlighting fireside dining, you will be treated to an evening of glowing fireplaces, live local entertainment and breathtaking views of the mountains. For something more casual, make a beeline for Beartooth Pub & Rec, where you can enjoy bowling, darts and playing arcade games while tucking into wood-fired pizzas, classic pub fare and local craft beers.
Next, heed the call of nature and embrace the alpine grandeur of your surroundings. Chauffeured to a range of outdoor activities in the newest, luxury vehicles from the Cadillac fleet, you can master the pistes on skis or snowboard, before becoming a cowboy (or cowgirl) and taking a guided horseback ride through the forests and open plains. Or hit the road and travel one hour to the majestic geysers, wildlife and waterfalls of Yellowstone National Park.
Upon your return to the property, slow things down with a visit to Spa Montage Big Sky. Sprawling over 11,000 square-feet, the nature-inspired sanctuary invites you to take your place in one of 12 treatment rooms, where you can indulge in a bespoke pampering session including the signature Elements of Wellness services, Valmont Skincare facials, Masterpiece Facial and Oxylight skincare technology.
This month, Montage Big Sky is inviting you and three of your friends to enjoy the serenity of the mountains with The Lone Luxury Escape Experience. Offering a five-night stay in a Vista Six-Bedroom Residence, you will be provided a private ski-in/ski-out access to Big Sky Resort’s world-renowned slopes, where guests can begin each day with custom-fitted ski gear and expert boot fittings, while novices can take tips from legendary skier, Dan Egan. Then, you can take to the skies with a private helicopter excursion to Crazy Mountain Ranch, a sprawling 18,000-acre members-only cattle ranch. There’s also access to Spa Montage's amenities whenever you need to rest and rejuvenate. To cap off the experience, your group can savour gourmet dinners prepared by a personal chef. The Lone Mountain Luxury Escape Experience starts from $90,000 for four adults sharing for five nights.
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