There’s a good chance that your room, at some point, in time hosted some of the world’s most well-known celebrities. From Gerald Ford to Clint Eastwood to Jackie Kennedy to Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor — they’ve all enjoyed the amenities of this classic ski lodge. Stay in the Ernest Hemingway suite and that will be where he wrote much of “For Whom the Bell Tolls.”
Renovated in 2014, Sun Valley Lodge is four levels with 94 new and larger suites, which feature a mini-fridge, free Wi-Fi, an adjoining sitting room, sleeper sofa and a fireplace that divides the rooms. The five themed, Celebrity Suites (Averell Harriman, Marilyn Monroe, Sonia Henie, Ernest Hemingway and Gary Coope) highlight only a few of the celebrities who vacationed there with photographs and a grand style, and the Terrace Suites offer an outdoor space. For the best views, ask for a room facing the ice rink.
The spa, six-lane bowling alley and arcade are in the main building and were also newly renovated. The glass enclosed, heated pool has been updated and offers a Poolside Cafe for lunch.
